Charles L. Matthews, 90 of Auburn formerly of Rochester, Minnesota passed away Sunday, August 8, 2010 at home surrounded by his loving family. Charles' wife of 59 years, Cora J. (Winsness) Matthews passed away on June 21, 2003. He is survived by a son, Bob Matthews and his wife Paula-Ann Pricken of Shrewsbury; a daughter, Caryl Matthews Luis and her husband Gary of Granite Bay, CA; a sister, Joan Matthews of Manhasset, NY; four grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A memorial service for Charles will be held in Rochester, Minnesota in September. MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St., Worcester is honored in assisting the family with arrangements. Memorial contributions can be made in Charles' honor to: The Rose Monahan Hospice Home, 10 Judith Road, Worcester, MA. 01602-3213. To share your thoughts and memories of Charles, please visit his personal guestbook at: mercadantefuneral.com.