George C. “GC” Matson III Obituary

We are saddened to announce the unexpected passing of George Clarence “GC” Matson III, at the age of 57. He passed away on July 31, 2022, in Kansas City, MO.

G.C. was born to George Clarence Matson Junior and E. Diane Matson-Magers on February 14, 1965, in Kansas City, MO, GC attended Oak Grove high school where his love for baseball and the city of Oak Grove began. He was a member of the graduating class of 1983. GC was a self-employed painting contractor, caregiver, coach, school board member, father and so much more. He was a selfless, hardworking, kindhearted man who was wise beyond his years and would help anyone for any reason. He enjoyed watching the New York Yankees, cooking, drinking Diet Coke, and lending his time and hands to anyone in need. He had a love for his family that will forever be unmatched and will carry on for generations to come.

He was preceded in his death by George Clarence Matson Jr. (Father), Greta Ann Matson (Aunt), Sandy Munkers (Aunt), Leo Sewell (Uncle).

Survived by his children, Conner George Clarence Matson IV (son), Haley Allison Matson (daughter), Allyssa Nicole Matson (daughter); his mother, E. Diane Matson-Magers and stepfather Rocky Magers; his brother, Andy Matson and wife Tina Matson, his brother, Scott Matson and wife Rachael Matson, and brother Ben Matson and his wife Sarah Matson; his nieces Christina Matson, Andrea Matson, Kinley Conner, and Kendall Conner; his nephews Riley Matson, Leo Matson, Zeke Matson, Isaac Matson, and Caden Conner.

We will hold a Celebration of Life on Saturday, August 6, 2022, at the Performing Arts Center located at Oak Grove High School. Doors will open at 2pm. Celebration will begin at 3pm. After the service, sharing will continue until 6pm.

In lieu of flowers and gifts, we have created a legacy fund in my Dad’s name, George C. Matson III Legacy Fund. With these funds, Conner, Ally, and I will continue helping and serving others throughout the community the way Dad always has. In the coming weeks, we will have a website put together for those of you that would like to see how the funds are used to honor our Dad’s legacy.

A couple ways donations can be received:

Venmo: @gcmatsonlegacyfund

Mail a check:
Americas Community Bank
Att: Jeff Smith
1100 W Main Street
Blue Springs, MO 64015

Make all checks payable to:
George C. Matson III Legacy Fund

Obituary submitted by family.

Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO