Curtis E. Mattson

Curtis E. Mattson, 66, of Felch and Kingsford, was called into God’s loving arms on Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at his home. Curt was born February 16, 1949 in Sagola, MI, son of the late Walfred “Bally” and Helen (Sundholm) Mattson. He graduated from Felch High School in 1967 and was a lifelong resident of the area. Curt was a U.S. Navy veteran and served aboard the USS Lexington Aircraft Carrier, stationed out of Pensacola, FL. He married Priscilla “Persie” St. Onge on December 20, 1969 at Zion Lutheran Church in Metropolitan. Curt was a carpenter by trade and over the years worked for Dickinson Homes, Hugh Shanks and Tousignant Drywall. He eventually started his own company, C.E. Mattson Builder, Inc. which he operated for several years until his retirement. Curt was a member of Zion Lutheran Church. He was an avid North Dickinson Nordic and Minnesota Viking Fan. Curt enjoyed golfing, hunting, fishing, and playing cards. He spent most of his time during the warmer months at his favorite place, “The Property”, also known as “Curt’s Field” and “Camp Curt”. There he welcomed family and friends, enjoying coffee around the campfire and sharing great conversation with all. His excitement rose every time his grandchildren and even young nieces and nephews stopped by for a visit. Every November 14, the night before opening day of hunting season, hunters would gather at “Camp 31” to hear what Curt’s predictions for them would be for that hunting season. He was a great son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and friend to so many. Curt was all about family, kids and sharing, he loved them all and they loved him right back. He is going to be dearly missed but he has left us all enough wonderful memories to carry us through until we all meet again in our Lord’s house. He is survived by his wife, Persie, of Kingsford; two sons, Kirk (Brenda) Mattson and Alex (Dayna) Mattson, both of Felch; three brothers, Robert (Kathy) Mattson, Don (Tricia) Mattson and Randall Mattson, all of Felch; five sisters, Karen (Dick) Lindholm of Felch, Tana (Ron) Nord of Hardwood, Emmy Lou (Doug) Harder of Felch, Anita (Red) Johnson of Felch and Deena (Gary) Lindeman of Iron Mountain; five grandchildren, Hunter, Dugan, Zoey, Felix and Corbin Mattson; brothers-in-law, Lee (Marj) St. Onge and Douglas (Elaine) St. Onge; sisters-in-law, Sandra (Paul) Blockland and Diane Mattson; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, extended family and his two wonderful boxers, Toivo and Curto. Curt was preceded in death by two brothers, Art (Carol) Mattson and Richard Mattson; a granddaughter, Alayna Mattson; brothers-in-law, Myron and Stanley St. Onge; and his dear friend, Jack Hummil. Visitation will be from 3:00 to 6:00 pm on Sunday at the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home in Iron Mountain and from 10:00am to 12:00 noon on Monday at Zion Lutheran Church in Metropolitan. Funeral services will follow at 12:00 noon on Monday at the church. Rev. Lee and Rev. Lori Liverance will officiate. Burial will be in the Felch Cemetery. The Felch-Breen VFW Post #4803 will conduct military graveside honors. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Curt Mattson online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com. The family has entrusted the Erickson- Rochon &Nash Funeral Home of Iron Mountain with the arrangements.

Curtis E. Mattson

February 16, 1949 - October 28, 2015