Theresa Viola Mathews
October 2, 2022
Theresa Viola Mathews, 71, of Hilo, died Oct. 2 at the Hilo Medical Center. She was born in Hilo and was a foster grandparent with the State of Hawaii, Dept. of Education at Kalanianaole and Haaheo Schools. Theresa was a wonderful cook. She was known for her delicious Portuguese Bean Soup and Banana Bread. She loved to crochet and she loved all genres of music. She also really enjoyed karaoke, whole heartedly loved the company of family and friends and was commonly known as “the life of the party.” Theresa was the matriarch and foundation of her family. Visitation 4-6 p.m. Sunday (Oct. 23) at the Dodo Mortuary Chapel. Funeral service at 6 p.m. Cremation will follow. Celebration of Life ceremony also at 12 noon Sunday (Oct. 30) at Papaikou Park. Casual attire; no flowers. Survived by son, Joelan Mathews of Papaikou; daughters, Lanalyn (Joey) Abadilla, Reyna (Larry Pavao) Mathews and Sheena (Shaun Nelson) Mathews, all of Papaikou; brother, Michael (Charlotte) Paiva of Honolulu; 16 grandchildren, two great grandchildren, numerous nieces & nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary, Inc. - Hilo
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