MAEGHER III,
Matthew A.
Published in Today's News-Herald on Mar. 24, 2019 -
Lake Havasu City, Arizona -
Matthew A. Meagher III – Born May 21, 1942 in Rutland, Vermont to
Matthew and Genevieve Meagher Jr. He grew up in upstate New York
before being transferred with the US Air Force to Ohio. While in the
Air Force, he married Janet (Goglin) and had five kids, Wendy Hambor
(Timothy), Matthew A. Meagher IV (Terry), John Meagher, Laurie
Meagher, and Robert Meagher (Marcie). During this time, he made
Concord and Montville, Ohio his home before moving briefly to Arcadia,
Florida and then his final resting place, Lake Havasu City, until his
passing on March 9, 2019.
Matt is survived by all his children, Step daughter Charlene McDonald,
Brother Michael Meagher (Ellen), Sisters Kate and Mary Meagher, Ex-
wife Janet Glowacki, 16 Grandchildren, and 15 Great-Grandchildren. He
was preceded in death by his parents, and his love Lana Spencer.
Matt lived his life to the fullest, from driving fearlessly at
Painesville speedway, drinking at the Buttercup bar, to the many meals
and fellowship at Rusty Restaurant in Lake Havasu.
He will be remembered for his love of NASCAR, countless hours spent
working in the garage, trips to the casino, and enjoying the Arizona
sun poolside with family.