Florence Jean Mathiesen Obituary
We announce the death of Florence Jean Mathiesen (Crestview, Florida), who passed away on July 4, 2026, at the age of 86. Florence will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Florence Jean Mathiesen to pay them a last tribute.
Florence will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Florence will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Florence’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Roland E. Smith and Bertha Florence Gearhart Smith; and her siblings, Della May Smith Kober, Irene Evelyn Smith Thulin, Shirley Ann Smith Graham and Robert Franklin Smith.
She is survived by: her husband Clifford G. Mathiesen; her niece Sandra Thulin Kohler; her nephews, George Joaquim, Steven Mathiesen, Scott Mathiesen, James Mathiesen and Chris Mathiesen; and her sister-in-law Dolly Mathiesen. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
