Kathryn Matthew

Kathryn Marie Linda Matthew, 28, of New Freeport, Pa. died at 3:05 a.m., Thursday, September 20, 2012 in her home after being in failing health for the past three months.She was born March 5, 1984 in Waynesburg, Pa., a daughter of William Forest and Elva Marie Crawford Matthew of New Freeport.Miss Matthew was a 2002 graduate of West Greene High School.She enjoyed country music, walking and riding in a convertible on country trips and especially the time she was able to spend with her two nieces and extended family.Surviving in addition to her parents are a sister, Sylvia A. Matthew and a brother, William E. Matthew, both at home; two nieces, Serenity and Abbie L. Woods at home; maternal grandmother, Lucy Jane Eddy Crawford of Brave; paternal grandmother, Rose Marie Hood Matthew of Pittsburgh; several aunts, uncles and cousins.Deceased are her maternal grandfather, Russell Dwayne Crawford, Jr. and her paternal grandfather, Robert Earl Matthew.The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the family, c/o Elva Matthew.