Sonja Marie Mathews

Sonja Marie Mathews

Sonja Marie Mathews, 81, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Sept. 19, 2025, at the Life Care Center in Punta Gorda, Fla. She is survived by her devoted husband of 62 years, Paul H. Mathews; her sons, Michael of Falconer, N.Y., John (Cheryl, Gabi, Abigail, and Thomas) of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Jason (Lynn, Sierra, Cameron, Ethan, and Aurora) of Chautauqua, N.Y., and her brother, Arne Lindboom of Lakewood, N.Y. She was preceded in death by her parents Folke and Della Atkins Lindboom, sister Nora Lee and beloved daughter, Darlene Marie. A graduate of Southwestern Central High School, Sonja spent most of her life in the Chautauqua area, where she built a life centered on family, community, and hard work. For many years, she was a respected real estate agent and went on to become one of the most well-regarded business owners in the Chautauqua and Mayville area. She was a loving and dedicated mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who deeply valued her family and had a special love for her German Shepherds. Sonja and Paul enjoyed spending their winters in Florida, making many cherished memories together, before Alzheimer’s disease impacted her later years. Sonja will be fondly remembered for her warmth, her strength, and her lasting impact on her family and community. The family will have a private graveside service in Mayville with a celebration of Sonja’s life to be held in May 2026. To leave a remembrance or to post condolences to the family please visit freayfuneralhome.com.