Obituary of Justin Nelson Mathieson

Justin Nelson Mathieson of Calgary passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 9, 2008 at the age of 23 years. Justin was born on August 13, 1984 in Calgary along with his twin sister Nicole, they were as one. Justin was involved in scouts, football, rugby and snowboarding. He enjoyed mechanics and construction and was a lover of animals. Animals were prevalent throughout Justin’s life, he love to spend time with his pets, and enjoyed being at his aunt Laurie’s dog kennel. Justin graduated from Bowness High School with honours and some University of Calgary Education. His passions were the environment and the outdoors. Justin had a kind and gentle spirit. Justin is survived by his father Tim Mathieson; his twin sister Nicole; step brother Tyler Tompkins and a very special aunt and uncle Laurie McKenna Lange and Steve Lange. He is also survived by his mother Joy McKenna Naccarato; grandparents Nelson and Louise Mathieson and Dorothy Leeds, great-grandmother Mona Brisdon; and step-grandmother Reta McKenna Lange; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Justin was predeceased by his grandfather Ken McKenna. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Crowfoot Chapel (82 Crowfoot Circle N.W.) on Thursday, August 14, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Graveside Service to follow at Queen’s Park Cemetery. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to The Calgary Humane Society, 4455 – 110th Avenue S.E., Calgary, AB T2C 2T7, Telephone: (403)205-4455, www.calgaryhumane.ca or to Scouts Canada, Chinook Council, 2140 Brownsea Drive N.W., Calgary, AB. T2N 3G9, www.chinook.scouts.ca. Arrangements in care of McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Crowfoot Chapel, 82 CROWFOOT CIRCLE N.W. Telephone: (403) 241-0044.