Pearl E. (Matthews) Barrows

Wareham – Pearl E. Barrows  , 89, of Wareham, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, August 2, 2025. She was the devoted wife of the late Donald N. Barrows.

Born and raised in Wareham, she was the beloved daughter of the late Ernest and Emma (Nunes) Matthews. Pearl was a proud graduate of Wareham Public Schools. In her early years, she worked hard to support her family — whether by cleaning homes with dignity or preparing meals in the kitchen at Tabor Academy — she did so with care and quiet strength.  Pearl found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She especially loved shopping — not for what she could buy, but for the joy of wandering through stores, admiring displays, and returning home with stories, if not bags in hand. It was the journey, not the purchase, that made her happy.

She was the proud and loving mother of Wanda Peters, Donald A. Barrows, Dwayne Barrows, Paige Haggins, Marc Barrows, and Roxanne Hayes. Her legacy continues through her grandchildren: Jazmyne, Dwayne, Dylum, Nichelle, Curtis, and Marlene; and her great- grandchildren: Kaliana, Vada, Carter, and Theo — each of whom brought her immense pride and joy.

Pearl was the cherished sister of the late Ernest Jr. Matthews, Louis Matthews, Larry Matthews, Ronald A. Matthews and Patricia Monterio. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends whose lives were touched by her warmth, humor, and unwavering kindness.

A committal service will be held on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at  12:45 Pm at the Massachusetts National Cemetery, 1 Bennington Blvd., Bourne, MA. Kindly arrive at the cemetery by 12:15. ​To leave a message of condolence for the family please visit www.warehamvillagefuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers please make donations to: www.ocesma.org/ or www.southcoast.org/visiting-nurse-association/donate/

See links below   The Massachusetts Cemetery will only accept 3 family pieces of flowers.

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