Claire Matthews

Claire Taggart Morris Matthews

1929 – 2013

Devoted wife, beloved mother, adored grandmother and great-grandmother, Claire Taggart Morris Matthews, passed away peacefully Oct. 5, 2013 at home surrounded by her loving family. She is now with her eternal companion, Omer Morris, who has waited patiently 26 years for this reunion. Together they raised 9 children, each of whom considers themselves blessed beyond measure. Our mother was one of those rare individuals whose warmth, quick wit, infectious smile and positive attitude drew people immediately to her. She loved and was loved by all.
Eight years after dad passed away, mom was fortunate to find a loving companion in Bill Matthews. They spent 16 happy years together. Fourteen of those years were spent working side by side in the LDS Missionary Department, which brought them great joy.
She will be greatly missed by all those she leaves behind. Survived by children Kevin (Uyen), David, Todd (Dianne), Shelley Smith, Margaret (Randy) Smith Gorringe , Rick (Charmaine), Carol (Steve) Knight and Wendy (John) Hyde, 38 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren along with many step grandchildren whom she loved as her own. Preceded in death by her parents Scott and Nida Taggart, husband Omer Morris, husband Bill Matthews, twin sister Carol Hauert, brother Scott Taggart, daughter Sue Taylor, son-in-law Welden Smith, grandson Tommy Knight and great grandson Morgan Smith.
A viewing will be held Friday, Oct. 11th from 6:30-8:30pm at the Cannon Mortuary, 2460 E. Bengal Blvd (7600 S). The family prayer and closing of the casket will be held that evening at 8:30pm. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Oct. 12th at 1:00pm at the Butler 33rd Ward, 1845 E. 7200 S. Visiting with family will be from 11:30 to 12:45 prior to the service.  Interment Salt Lake City Cemetery.