Charles L. Mattson, age 79, passed away peacefully with his family at his side at on January 27, 2021 at his residence in Minong, WI.

He was born on April 28, 1941 in Hastings, MN the son of Carl and Catherine (Radke) Matson. He was united in marriage to Gloria Jean Rockstead on September 25, 1965 in Hastings.

Charles was born and raised in the Hastings area. After his mother’s untimely passing, Charles was raised in foster care in the home of Tom and Sophie Sura for over 17 years. The Sura’s provided a loving home and Charles enjoyed the company of several foster brothers and sisters. During high school, Charles worked for an antique dealer in the Leduc Mansion, where he refinished furniture and gave tours on the weekends. He worked at Shaw Lumber in St. Paul, MN for over 33 years. He also worked for A & A Millwork in Minneapolis for over eight years and Dressor Lumber and Tie in Hayward. Charles retired to Minong, WI and did yardwork and maintenance for Acorn Apartments for a couple years. He volunteered for the COMFORTS local food shelf in Minong, was a Cubmaster in Hastings, MN and was a faithful member of the River Church in Minong where he served as an usher. Charles loved the outdoors, especially fishing, hunting and snowmobiling.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Gloria Jean Mattson of Minong, WI; his children, Michael Raymond (Robin) Mattson of Minong, WI and Shawn Paul Mattson of Ironwood, MI; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; his brothers, George (Susan) Mattson of Mount Dora FL, John (Donna) Mattson of Cape Coral, FL and Robert Mattson of Rutland, VT; and several nieces, nephews and dear friends.

In addition to his parents, Charles is preceded in death by his sister, MaryLou Mattson.

A committal service in Greenwood Cemetery in Minong will be announced in the spring of 2021.

Last Update: Feb 02, 2021 11:07 am CST