Herbert (Herb) Mathews Jr.,84, of Wellesley and Cape Coral Florida died peacefully on March 19th, 2010 after a long illness. Beloved husband of 63 years to the late Jean Mathews. Devoted father of Larry and his wife Karen of West Bridgewater, Joyce Mathews Oliveri of Wellesley, and Dana and his wife Leah of Wellesley. Survived by 7 Grandchildren and soon to be 4 Great Grandchildren. Navy Veteran of WW II. Herb was the owner of Tropicland Marine in Dedham for over 40 years. An avid fisherman and boating enthusiast, he was happiest on the water.
Funeral from the George F. Doherty & Sons Funeral Home 477 Washington St. Wellesley Wednesday March 31st at 9AM. Funeral Mass in St. Paul's Church, Wellesley at 10AM. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours Tuesday March 30th from 4-8PM. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, Wellesley. In Lieu of flowers Memorial Gifts may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, 60 Walnut St., Wellesley Hills MA 02481.