Colleen Matthias age 65 of rural Sumner passed away Sunday August 23, 2020 at her home. She was born April 21, 1955 in Waterloo the daughter of Aloysius and Patricia (Cavanaugh) Duffy. Colleen grew up in rural Fairbank and graduated from Wapsie Valley Community Schools with the Class of 1973. She married Darold Matthias on August 17, 1974 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Fairbank. After graduation she pursued her goal to become a Registered Nurse by first attending Hawkeye Community College and then the University of Northern Iowa. Colleen was a RN at Covenant Hospital for many years and was also a Flight Nurse during her career at Covenant. After working at Covenant she worked at Allen Hospital as an Emergency Room nurse. She was a longtime member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and the Oran First Responders. Colleen was a caring, loving and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, nurse and volunteer. She always willing and able to give her time and love to anyone in need, she will be missed by so many who knew her and those that she touched during her time in this world. Colleen is survived by her husband Darold, her son Lucas and his wife Cortney, her daughter Bridget and her fiance’ Nathan Shook, three grandchildren; Alyssa, Lauren and Caden, one sister Kathy Volker, two brothers-in-law; Milo Matthias and Frances Weber and three sisters-in-law; Sherry Duffy, Bonnie Duffy and Dixie (Gary) Seegers. She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter Carrie Matthias, three brothers; Patrick Duffy, Dennis Duffy and Galen Duffy and one sister Sherry Weber.
Visitation: 4:00-7:00 pm Friday August 28, 2020 at Woods Funeral Home, Fairbank, Iowa.
Due to the recommendations regarding the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic everyone in attendance will be required to wear face coverings, maintain social distance and to please limit their time in the funeral home.
Graveside Services: Private family graveside services will be held 10:00 am Saturday, August 29, 2020.
Interment: Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Fairbank, Iowa.
Memorials: may be directed to the family for later designation.
Condolences for Colleen Mary Matthias
So sorry for your loss !
My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Oh my gosh what shock. She was a very special who trained me in Allen ER to be a volunteer 20 years ago. She is the one who pulled me into it and said I had what it takes to be a volunteer. I talk about her each time I drive by her house – wish I had a chance to chat with her one more time. Deepest sympathy.
We are so sorry for your loss ! Are hearts go out to the family!
Oh I am saddened to see this. I remember her from our bus route. Sympathies to the family & friends on the loss of a beautiful lady!
So sorry for your loss. She was a flight nurse and took care of our daughter when she was 3 weeks old. I will always remember her saying “us Fairbank girls stick together. I will take good care of her” I will always remember her kindness.
So sorry to hear this. I remember Colleen from high school–she was so much fun! Sympathies to her family.
Such a great nurse and a great person i had the pleasure to work with rip Colleen so sorry for your loss
I am so very sorry for your great loss. She was a very special woman. She affected Morgan and my life greatly. She was so giving of herself. She and Darold raised wonderful children. I still miss Carrie. Bless you all. Love, Karen
We are so sorry for your loss. Keep your loving memories close to your heart. Paula and Mike Schoonover
I am so very saddened to read of Colleen’s passing. We were classmates. She was a sweet soul. My deepest sympathy to Colleen’s family.
Heartfelt condolences. I have so many memories of fun times with our kids together . Carrie has her Mom with her again .
Rod and I am so sorry for your loss. Hang on to the memories
I remember her from high school. Always so kind.
Darold and kids your wife and mom has always had a special place in my heart,. I will remember she usually had a smile and a good word. But I will always remember her as foggy. Rest with god.
Such a wonderful lady and a fantastic nurse that I had the pleasure to know and work with. Prayers to Darold and family.
We are so sad and extend our deepest sympathy to you all. What a beautiful, kind-hearted woman Colleen was. She will be remembered through so many wonderful Wapsie Valley memories and the kindness she always shared. She was special. As she is safe with our Lord, may He also comfort you and surround you with His love. Please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Blessings to you with our love,
Ob and Dyette Molstre
I worked with Colleen at Allen ER. She was a wonderful friend, coworker and nurse. I love her dearly.
So sorry for your loss, Colleen will be greatly missed. Sending prayers your way.
We are very saddened to hear of your loss. Your family will be in our prayers.
Darold, Bridget, Lucus and family, My sincere sympathy to you on the loss of your Wife, Mom, and Grandma. I have fond memories with Colleen during our time on AirCare. Her time on earth was to short but she will live eternally in Heaven. May you find peace and comfort in the memories of your time together. RIP Colleen
So sorry to hear about your loss. I worked at Covenant at the same time as Colleen. She always had a smile for everyone. She will be missed
I am so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful person and nurse. So calm and cool in stressful situations. Praying for your family.
Colleen was a beautiful person. She helped so many. Great nurse. Rest in peace!!!! A lot of God’s love to her family. 💘.
A beautiful life, gone too soon! There are no words to say that will ease the pain you are all feeling. Darold, our sincere sympathies to you, and your families!
Kathy, we offer you our sincere sympathy also!
Joe & Dianne Rubino