Martha Jackson Matthews

On May 30, 2023, Martha Jackson Matthews, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend, passed from the physical world to the light and love beyond, at the age of 74, in her home in Randolph Center, Vt. She will be remembered for the easy kindness and genuine care she expressed for everyone that passed through her life.
Martha saw the best in people and was always intrigued by the reasons people behave the way that they do. A wonderful listener, who was even better at asking questions, Martha was able to make deep connections with people very quickly and made lasting friendships throughout her life with people of all ages and walks of life.
She was also an experienced counselor, and poured her energy and determination into helping people with their deepest struggles, believing in them even when they may not have believed in themselves.
But, more than anything, Martha was an artist, potter and teacher. She made pots that were meant to be used in the beautiful, everyday moments of life: sharing a meal with loved ones, taking a cold drink of water after a long day in the sun, and showing the flowers that a friend sent just because they were thinking of you.
Martha’s other great love in life was traveling with her family. Together, they took annual trips to spend the week of the Kentucky Derby with close friends there and spent many beautiful summer days in Deer Isle, Maine.
Martha is survived by her husband of 50 years, Allen; children, Adam (Ania) and Alissa (Chris Hunt); granddaughter, Emma; her siblings, Bud, Bob and David Jackson; and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, extended family and friends.
Martha was a daughter of the late Dorothy Jackson. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Liz Jackson; and many dear friends.
The family plans to host a private memorial service September 9, near the Matthews Family Farm in Eighty-Four.