Shirley Matchett Pearson

Shirley Matchett Pearson, age 91, of Bethesda, MD passed away peacefully in the care of family on October 10, 2019. She is survived by sister Patricia Drummond, Bethesda, MD; daughter Maureen Lake, Poolesville, MD; and three grandchildren: Jenny Sage, Matthew Sage, and Julia Lowe. She is predeceased by husband William F. Pearson and son, Robert Lowe, Jr. The fourth-generation Washingtonian graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School and later received her degree from George Washington University. During her life she was an active volunteer on local ski patrols and built a career in real estate specializing in embassies and foreign missions. She was also a member of Congressional Country Club. Interment will be at Rock Creek Cemetery on Friday, October 25th at 11 am followed by a celebration of life memorial from 4 to 6 pm at Fox Hill Residences located at 8300 Burdette Rd, Bethesda, MD 20817. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Development Office of the Washington National Cathedral for repairs and restoration.