Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and brother Michael “Mike” Matthews completed his journey surrounded by his loved ones on July 21st at Benefis Hospital in Great Falls, Montana. Mike was born October 22, 1946, in Glasgow Montana to Ruby Gregg Rasor and Pete Matthews. Mike grew up in Frazer, MT for seven years then moved to Oregon where he lived for approximately seven years.
Mike was drafted to the United States Army on November 9, 1966, he became a soldier in the 25th Infantry, Tropic Lightning. He served three and a half tours of duty in Vietnam War. While serving in Vietnam, he had two sons, Michael Duane Jr. and Lewis Paul Matthews. Mike was a well decorated soldier who earned a bronze star medal, army commendation medal, purple heart along with many other campaign ribbons. After completing his tours in Vietnam, Mike was stationed in Seoul, Korea. Mike met Chong Hyon Mun “Moon”, which he then married in 1975. Mike served in Korea for a total of 3 years. Mike and Moon brought their only daughter Angela into their lives in 1977. Mike served his country for a total of 18 years. Mike then joined the United States Bureau of Corrections in Lompoc, California after leaving the Army. Mike and Moon then brought in their youngest son, Lewis Gregg into their lives in 1980. Mike was devoted to his family. He loved cheering on his children and grandchildren in sports and anything they participated in. He enjoyed hunting, camping and especially fishing. He met his lifelong friend, John Nesbit who helped rebuild his 1955 Green Ford Pickup truck. He joined the Prairie Riders Motorcycle Club in 1995/1996. He enjoyed times with his motorcycle club (Prairie Riders Motorcycle Club) friends as well as his Harley Davidson motorcycle.
He survived by his wife Moon of 47 years, brothers: Kevin (Linda) Rasor, Gregg (Lynda) Rasor. Sisters: Kerri (Ron) Flitcroft, Melody (Jeff) Byrum, Candy Rasor. Children: Lewis Paul (Phuc) Matthews, Michael Duane Matthews, Angela (David) Matthews, Lewis Gregg (Whitney) Matthews, and Jason (Nathelle) Frederick whom he considered as a son while he was employed as the Chief Deputy for the Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office (1991-2009). Grandchildren: Thomas Rutherford, Teague Rutherford, Matthew Rutherford, Michael Rutherford, Minh Thai, Cynthia Thran, Cameron (DeVon) Quincy, Taylor Matthews, Alex Mai, Averee Matthews, Rylee Matthews, Alayna Mari, Lynn Tran, Emmy Matthews, Andrew Matthews. Charles Headdress, Henri Headdress (Patty), Lonnie Headdress (Dino), Leroy Headdress, Larry Headdress, Shannon Headdress Gonzalez, Ione Headdress, Doris Headdress and all Headdress offspring that were not mentioned.
Mike was preceded in death by his grandparents Lewis and Louise Gregg, parents Ruby Gregg Rasor and Pete Matthews, brother Jean Rasor Jr, sister Kathleen Ann Goodman, and son Josh Rutherford, cousins who he closely considered as siblings, Mitchel Headdress, Dale Headdress, Arlyn Headdress, Sheldon Headdress, and Michelle Buckelk. Fellow Prairie Riders Gary Alvstad, Dougal Murdock, and Gary Herzog.
Mike treated everybody as friends and was always willing to help others. He had many jobs and hobbies in different areas, too many to list. He will be missed by many. He is no longer in pain and surrounded by family that left before him. He was a hero to many and will continue to watch over us. There were many people that were important to him. We’re sorry if we missed anybody.
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences for the family may be left using the form below.
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
6:00 p.m.
Saturday July 30, 2022
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Sunday July 31, 2022
New Community Hall
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Service Schedule
Prayer Service
6:00 p.m.
Saturday July 30, 2022
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Sunday July 31, 2022
New Community Hall
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
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Melody Byrum says
Oh brother rest easy. You are no longer in pain. I love you!!!
Sue Johnson says
Ron and I were shocked and saddened to learn of Mike’s passing. He was a good friend and will be greatly missed.
Kerri says
As I say a sad goodbye to you my brother, please know that myself and all of my family thought the absolute world of you. You were a hero to us and will forever be in our hearts. Life will never be the same with you not around. I love you and will always miss you. With the utmost love and respect, Rest Easy Michael! Love your sister, Kerri
Melissa Winslow says
Rest easy uncle, you will be missed!
David E. Boyd Sr. says
Sgt Matthews prayers for Moon,your daughter, your son, grandchildren, brothers and sisters.
SSG David E. Boyd Sr.
Chong Ae Boyd
Lucy says
My thoughts and prayers for Moon and family. Mike will be dearly missed.
Lisa Ventura says
Michael, it was always a pleasure to see you. When we were growing up you were like an extra big brother who popped in on occasion out at Wyota. I ‘d run into you throughout the years and we would catch up. You will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to Moon and all your family. May you be at peace and say hello to your Grandma Louise for me. Your cousin, Lisa
Donald Boyd says
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Sean Goodman says
Uncle Mike,
Thank you for your guidance, wisdom, and for being an uncle I looked up to. I’ll never forget the tour of Fort Lewis and the Grey Army Airfield when I was 5. You will be remembered.
Jim Patch says
A brave soldier, 🇺🇸 a good man, a friend to many.
Jason Frederick says
I was taught so much by Mike. Took me in as a son. I could do know wrong working for Mike. I will cherish all of the memories. Moon, Angela, Lewis, my family I will always be here for you.
Rob and Michelle stovern and family says
I have so many great memories with Mike. He’s was a great man, growing up our kids loved being around mike and moon. My heart and prayers are with the family. Rest easy my friend, you will be missed by many.
Gary and Marilynn Johnson says
We were so sorry to here if Mike’s death. He was a nice man and will be missed by many. We always enjoyed our visits.
Chris Bauer says
My condolences from the Bauer family. My father always talked highly of Mike.
David Cockrell says
Rest in peace, Michael. My condolences go out to Moon and the entire family.
Karson says
I’ve know Mike since I was little and I have alot of good memories with him. One of my favorite ones was when me and Jim saw him at albersons and Jim told me that he was hard of hearing and that I needed to yell when I talked to him. So he could hear me so I walked over to him and yelled “Hi Mike” as loud as I could. Mike was a good man and ive always looked up to Mike and always will. You will be missed.
Sharon Wemmer says
Our sympathies to your family. Mike was such a good man. Our prayer is peace for you all and that his memory will give you comfort.
Pau and Sharon Wemmer
Annie Block says
Thinking of you and your family Moon. Take care, and God bless ✝️.
Melody A Byrum says
My sister and I are on the train coming to say goodbye brother. I don’t think you realized how much you meant to me or how I was so very proud to call you my brother.
Tim & Iva Zimmerman says
My condolences to the family! RIP Mike! Thank you for your service!
Kevin Rasor says
Michael I’m really gonna miss our time together,but I know we will be together again , ride free brother,and hope your with all the rest of our family,love you.
Jim BigHorn says
My condolences to the family.
Jean Archdale says
Moon and family,
You are all in my morning and evening prayers and I think of all of you during the times in between. Mike was good to me. I thought of him as a second dad and boy sometimes we would fight just like a kid and her dad but most of the time he was just there for me, even when he didnt know he was helping me. He was there for me when my own dad passed away as well as the rest of the S.O. family. When someone goes to work at the sheriffs office they end up family as well, Mike treated everyone good and it wouldnt take much for everyone to think of a time when Mike was there for them, thats just the kind of guy Mike was, i will pray in the days and weeks ahead, I know you will all miss him a great deal.
Brandon J Neal says
Rest in peace uncle Mike, seems like all our old ones are passing quicker and quicker, sad to see you go but glad your no longer in pain. “What is life, it is the flash of a firefly in the night. It is the breath of a buffalo in the wintertime.
It is the little shadow which runs across the grass
and loses itself in the sunset”…..see you on the other side of the camp
Pr. Chris says
Deepest condolences to family and friends. May you be consoled by the sure knowledge that Mike is embraced by all who have passed on and by the one who loved him so much that he died for him. Lifting all up in prayers.
Twyla says
RIP cousin my condolences to Moon and the rest of the family
Jenn Rasor says
Unc, Im blessed to have had you in my life. Til we meet again. Rest easy. Love, Jenn
Jackie Iron Cloud says
Prayers for his family an friends. Thank you for being a friend of mine. Love working with you at county. You will be missed
Gregg VanSolen Rasor. TwoBear says
Mike
I’m sorry it has taken me this long but I have to tell you that this is very hard for me even now, the love I have for you is very powerful and strong. It’s very strong like the love I have for mom. I had a mild heart attack at mom’s service! Can you imagine me having another one at your funeral? I think God was tell me I shouldn’t go because he put a surgery in my way of getting there. You should know the lengths I went to try and get you home so you would visit your youngest brother. I wasn’t being selfish I just missed you and you are my hero and always will be. Heck I even tried to join the Army at age 15, 16 and 17 I finally got in and requested Korea 2nd Infantry Division just so I could get close and visit you. You don’t know that my quest of trying to get in the same place as you cost me so dearly that it took 30 plus years to get over. I will never forget the great times we spent in Korea and the short time I was there with you in June. When I completed the going up on the hill thing I believe you were proud of me because when I got back you kind of had a smile on your face and told me next time I should go to Poplar and do the Inipi and go up on the there, and after that do the Sundance. I’m not sure I’m strong enough but because you told me to I’ll try if funds are available! Michael I love you with all my heart and I will try to be the kind of man you always were and I’ll pray to all the direction’s that when the sun sets on me for the last time I’ll be reunited with you and the rest of our ancestor! Until then brother!