Steven Lynn Matheson Obituary

Obit

Steven Lynn Matheson

Steven Lynn Matheson, 74, passed away peacefully at home on December 27, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.

Steve was born on December 1, 1949, in Bristol, Virginia. He moved to Durham in 1966, where he graduated from Jordan High School and attended Sandhills Community College. Throughout his life, Steve was a hardworking and passionate entrepreneur, owning several women’s clothing stores like Mini-Dee Fashions and Carolina Girls. After retiring, he enjoyed working as a real estate photographer.

More than anything, Steve loved his family. 

He married his high school sweetheart, Kathy Rae Faulkner Matheson, and they spent 53 wonderful years together. He was a proud father to Steven Matheson II (Gina) and Abigail Matheson Merritt (David), and a loving grandfather to Starlyn Swearingen, Kacie Matheson, Eli Matheson, William Merritt, Wyatt Merritt, and Stormey Swearingen. Steve is also survived by his sister-in-law, Gail Faulkner Hudson, and his nieces, Dr. Cressent Hudson Pressly and Katie Hudson Collini.

Steve was happiest when he was with his family. He never missed a game, concert, or special event when it came to his grandchildren, and he loved every moment of being their “Poppi.” He was also a huge Duke athletics fan and rarely missed watching a game.

Steve will be remembered for his kind heart, his loyalty, and his deep love for his family. Though we miss him terribly, we are grateful for the time we had with him and look forward to seeing him again one day.