Mrs Jean Elizabeth Matthews (nee Osbourne)

November 18th 2025, in her 93rd year. Peacefully at her home.

Beloved wife of the late Stanley, much loved mother of Chris, Lynda and partner Chris, devoted grandmother of Stephen, Alan and Jamie, and dear aunt of Alison.

House private please.

A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in Antrim Newtownabbey Crematorium on Friday 21st November at 10.00am.

No flowers please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Marie Curie online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 9334 4242 Mon – Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm).

Always loved and remembered by all the family circle.

You will always be in our thoughts.

Messages of condolence

RIP dear Jean - reunited with Stanley - a truly lovely couple. I feel blessed to have been friends with you. All my love Moira xx

Mrs Moira Armour

To Lynda, Chris and all the family. We were all so saddened about our lovely Jeans death. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. The memories of the times our families shared together, the laughter, fun, support but ultimately love that both Jean & Stanley shared will forever be part of our world, we hope those cherished memories bring you some comfort in the days ahead. Wishing you all strength and peace during this difficult time Love Joanne, Michele and all the Smylie clan xx

Mrs Joanne Ballentine