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▰ John "Glenn" William Mathews Sr

Died March 04, … More Information
John "Glenn" William Mathews Sr , born June 22, 1939 entered eternal life March 4, 2019 in Pell City, Alabama. John was 79.
Family members and close friends: , Tammy Swisher, Lauren Mathews

▰ John C Mathews Jr

Died September 28, … More Information
John C Mathews Jr , born April 4, 1937 entered Heaven's gates on September 28, 2012 in Montgomery, Alabama. John was 75.
Family members and close friends: , Elmer Harris, Earl Dees, Tommy & Elaine Swearengin, Willease Jenkins-nurse Va Hosp, Billy Owens

▰ John C Mathews Jr

Died September 28, … More Information
John C Mathews Jr , born April 4, 1937 entered eternal life September 28, 2012 in Montgomery, Alabama. John was 75.
Family members and close friends: , Elmer Harris, Earl Dees, Tommy & Elaine Swearengin, Willease Jenkins-nurse Va Hosp, Billy Owens

▰ Jesse L Mathews

Died June 15, … More Information
Jesse L Mathews, born February 11, 1923 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord June 15, 2015 in Alabama. Jesse was 92. Tags: #Randolph #High #Howard #Navy #University #Alabama #Sigma #Fraternity #Baldwin #Montgomery #Julianne #Anniston #Superintendent #Parks #Recreation #Force #Sumter #South #Masters #York #Warner #Wiesbaden #Germany #Eagle #Alpha #Omega #Georgia #Southern #European #Civil #Board #Examiners #Services #Exchange #Prevention #Child #Parenting #Protecting #Outstanding #Service #Curtis #Trophy #Best #Welfare #Europe #Armed #Retired #Club #First #Church #Poundstone #School #Singers #William #Nellie #Haynes #Mathews #Anne #Carol #Chelsea #Crenshaw #James #Ridouts #Chapel #Benefields #Wedowee #Stakely #Rudolph #Pike #Friends #Turkey #Nature #Etta #Mount #Mitchells #Overton #Birmingham #Ridout #Valley
Obituary: Jesse Lewis Mathews, 92, of Montgomery, Alabama passed away , 15, 2015. He was born on 11, 1923 in Wedowee, Alabama.

He graduated from Randolph High School then attended Howard until he joined the Navy in preparation for serving during WWII. Upon the wars end and discharge he graduated from the University of Alabama as a recreation major and member of Sigma Nu Fraternity.

He began his career in public education in 1948 as a teacher and coach at Baldwin Junior High School in Montgomery, Alabama where he met and married Julianne Ballard. In 1951 they moved to Anniston, Alabama where they started their family and he began his career as Superintendent of Parks and Recreation. He began working as a civilian in the Air Force in Sumter, South Carolina. earning his Masters degree from New York University, he continued to work in recreation and education administration in Warner Robbins, GA, Wiesbaden, Germany, and Montgomery, AL until his retirement in 1988.

Community service began early in his life as an Eagle Scout and the Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity. He went on to become president of the Anniston Jaycees and was active in the Alabama, Georgia, Southern District, and European Recreation and Parks Societies. He served on the board of the South Carolina Recreation Society, Civil Service Board of Examiners for Recreation Specialists and Montgomery Youth Services. For years he was active in every facet of the Exchange Club, serving as local, district and state president and director. He was instrumental in forming the Exchange Club for the Prevention of Child Abuse and served as a board member. In 1990 he served as president of the Alabama Council for Parenting and Protecting Children. Awards included Outstanding Civilian Service Award, US Air Force and the Outstanding Exchangite for Montgomery, Alabama and the southeastern district. He earned the Curtis LeMay Trophy for Best Air Force Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Program in Europe. He was an executive fellow in the Armed Forces Recreation Society. His lifelong commitment to service continued as president of the Retired Mens Club,

He was a life-long member of the First Baptist Church of Montgomery, member of the Poundstone School Class and sang with the Joy Singers as long as his sight allowed.

He is preceded in death by his parents, William Ellis and Nellie Effie Haynes Mathews and his wife, Julianne Ballard Mathews. He is survived by his daughters, Anne Mathews (James) and Carol Standifer (Wayne), his grandchildren Chelsea Standifer Crenshaw (Arthur) and James Standifer.

Visitation will be , 17th at Ridouts Valley Chapel wood from 4:30 until 7 pm. There will be a short visitation on , at Benefields in Wedowee, Alabama at noon followed by a graveside service at 1 pm. A memorial service will be held in Montgomery on at 2 pm in the Stakely Chapel of the First Baptist Church of Montgomery. Donations can be made to The Montgomery Exchange Club, c/o Rudolph Ohme, PO Box 640428 Pike Road, Alabama, 36064; Friends of Turkey Creek Nature Preserve, 5430 Etta Drive, Mount Olive, AL 35117; or Mitchells Place, 4778 Overton Road, Birmingham, AL 35210. Online condolences a may be made at www.ridoutsvalleychapel.com.

under the direction of Ridout's Valley Chapel, wood, AL.

▰ Jesse L Mathews

Died June 15, … More Information
Jesse L Mathews, born February 11, 1923 entered into eternal rest June 15, 2015 in Homewood, Alabama. Jesse was 92.
Family members and close friends: , Jonathan Dyke, Luci And Lem Stabler, Ann Colin, Anastasia Keenan

▰ Jerry Wayne Mathews

Died May 22, … More Information
Jerry Wayne Mathews, born December 25, 1943 entered Heaven's gates on May 22, 2018 in Prattville, Alabama. Jerry was 74.
Family members and close friends: , Autumn & Nathan, Terry ( Zip ) Mathews, Martha Mathews, Faye Foster, Berry ( Sara ) Mathews

▰ James Leonard Mathews

Died December 15, … More Information
James Leonard Mathews, age 76 of Ashville, Alabama, passed away peacefully December 15, 2000.
Obituary published: December 16, 2000 in "Gadsden Times"

▰ James Francis "Frank" Mathews

Died March 05, … More Information
James Francis "Frank" Mathews, of Pike Co, Alabama, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before James March 5, 2006. James was 82.
Obituary published: March 06, 2006 in "DothanEagle"

▰ James Harold Mathews

Died March 01, … More Information
James Harold Mathews, born October 3, 1953 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord March 1, 2017 in Gadsen, Alabama. James was 63.

▰ James Elkin Mathews

Died May 21, … More Information
James Elkin Mathews, born December 27, 1928 joined the Lord May 21, 2019 in Gadsden, Alabama. James was 90.
Family members and close friends: , Megan ( Taylor ) Sherrell, Scott Hill ( Deceased ), Erinn ( Graham ) Townsend, Kendall Mathews ( Deceased ), Janet ( Tommy ) Matthews, Libby Mathews ( Deceased ), Barbara Hill, Joann ( David ) Matthews, Melissa ( Ben ) Whorton, Weldon ( Mary Beth ) Mathews, Chandler Matthews

▰ James Carver Mathews

Died February 03, … More Information
James Carver Mathews, born November 8, 1940 died February 3, 2018 in Centreville, Alabama. James was 77.
Family members and close friends: , Judy Dean, Betty Greathouse, Bobby J & Rachel Ragland, Lynn Nash Gravette

▰ Jack Christopher Mathews

Died January 10, … More Information
Jack Christopher Mathews, of Birmingham, Alabama, joined the Lord January 10, 2006. Jack was 1.
Obituary published: January 11, 2006 in "Era-Leader (LA)"

▰ Ira Nolan Mathews

Died May 07, … More Information
Ira Nolan Mathews, born August 2, 1941 went to be with the Lord on May 7, 2017 in Alabama. Ira was 75.

▰ Herbert A Mathews

Died March 25, … More Information
Herbert A Mathews left this earth on March 25, 1910 to meet with Jesus, his Lord and Savior in Montgomery, Alabama.
Obituary published: March 26, 1910 in "Cincinnati E/P (OH)"

▰ Henry Matt Mathews

Died February 12, … More Information
Henry Matt Mathews, born June 13, 1931 passed away peacefully February 12, 2014 in Montgomery, Alabama. Henry was 82.

▰ Helen Mathews

Died January 10, … More Information
Helen Mathews, born March 9, 1919 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home January 10, 2016 in Decatur, Alabama. Helen was 96.

▰ Helen Mathews

Died August 10, … More Information
Helen Mathews went into the presence of the Lord on August 10, 2015 in Boaz, Alabama. Tags: #Winford
Obituary: Helen passed away on , 10, 2015. Helen was a resident of Boaz, Alabama at the time of passing. Helen was married to Winford.

▰ Helen E Mathews

Died January 10, … More Information
Helen E Mathews, born March 9, 1919 passed from this life on January 10, 2016 in Decatur, Alabama. Helen was 96.

▰ Hazel L Mathews

Died March 07, … More Information
Hazel L Mathews, born September 28, 1925 passed from this world into the next March 7, 2019 in Birmingham, Alabama. Hazel was 93.

▰ Gwendolyn Eloise Mathews

Died July 18, … More Information
Gwendolyn Eloise Mathews, born October 15, 1929 entered Heaven's gates on July 18, 2017 in Alabama. Gwendolyn was 87.

▰ Gwendolyn Eloise Mathews

Died July 18, … More Information
Gwendolyn Eloise Mathews, born October 15, 1929 left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home July 18, 2017 in Montgomery, Alabama. Gwendolyn was 87.
Family members and close friends: , Shannon And John Kelemen, Janet Faggart, Denise & Mike Culpepper, Brenda Dickson, Janet Beasley, Donnie Thorn, Linda Truitt, Roger & Donna Whittington, Rob Mcarthur

▰ Gladys Ryser Mathews

Died November 18, … More Information
Gladys Ryser Mathews, born February 24, 1913 entered into eternal rest November 18, 2016 in Grove Hill, Alabama. Gladys was 103.

▰ Gladys Ryser Mathews

Died November 18, … More Information
Gladys Ryser Mathews, born February 24, 1913 entered eternal life November 18, 2016 in Grove Hill, Alabama. Gladys was 103. Tags: #Union #Church #Women #Misssionary #Society #Service #Demonstration #Dimes #Clarke #Marvin #Charlie #Ryser #Johnny #Pete #Louise #Mathews #Gerald #William #Matthews #Grove #Tommy #Courtney #Windham #Mallory #Powell #Thomas #Brianna #Lauren #Blake #Emerson #Cole #Thank #Jeanetter #Patsy #Arlene #Therese #Lathan #Jackson #Revs #Weekly #Earl #Trinity #Gardens #Richardson #Greg #Harry #John #Lowell
Obituary: Gladys Ryser Mathews, 103, of Grove Hill passed away 18, 2016 at her residence. She was born 24, 1913 to William Peter and Glida Hoven Ryser. A longtime member of Union Methodist Church, she loved her church family and was active in the Women’s Misssionary Society and Women’s Society Christian Service. She was also a member of the Demonstration Club, active with the of Dimes, served as a poll worker in Clarke elections. She was well-known for her cooking skills and hospitality.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Marvin C. Mathews and siblings, Charlie Earl Ryser, Joe Ryser, Johnny Ryser, Pete Ryser and Louise Ryser.

She is survived by children, M. Gayle (Jean) Mathews; Gerald Braxton Mathews, William Ryser (Sheron) Matthews, all of Grove Hill; grandchildren, Tommy (Debra) Mathews, Courtney M. (Timmy) Windham; great-grandchildren, Mallory M. (Colby) Powell, Thomas Mathews, Brianna Mathews, Lauren Mathews, Blake Bolen; great, great-grandchildren, Emerson Powell, Cole Powell and a host of nieces and nephews.

A special Thank You to her caregivers, Jeanetter H. Lawson, Flo M. Heison, Patsy D. Counselman, Arlene Walker and Therese B. Long. She loved each of them, and the family will forever be grateful for the loving care they provided.

services will be conducted at 3 p.m. on , 20, 2016 at Lathan in Jackson with the Revs. Forest Weekly and Earl Watson officiating. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Trinity Memorial Gardens with Lathan directing.

Pallbearers will be Rod Richardson, Greg Mathews, Harry Harrell, John Ryser, Lowell Tarleton and Thomas Mathews.

Honorary pallbearers will be her beloved nieces and nephews.

▰ Gladys Ryser Mathews

Died November 18, … More Information
Gladys Ryser Mathews, born February 24, 1913 ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before her November 18, 2016 in Grove Hill, Alabama. Gladys was 103.
Family members and close friends: , Herb ( Sonny ) Patterson

▰ Fred Mathews

Died March 02, … More Information
Fred Mathews, born August 6, 1926 entered into eternal rest March 2, 2017 in Dora, Alabama. Fred was 90.

▰ Etta Mae Mathews

Died September 23, … More Information
Etta Mae Mathews, born January 17, 1927 passed away peacefully September 23, 2015 in Arab, Alabama. Etta was 88.

▰ Edmund A Mathews, Sr

Died December 01, … More Information
Edmund A Mathews, Sr passed away December 1, 2014 in Jacksonville, Alabama.

▰ Dr Alvin Jerome Mathews

Died November 26, … More Information
Dr Alvin Jerome Mathews, born August 30, 1946 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord November 26, 2015 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Dr was 69.

▰ Dr John Christopher Mathews Jr

Died September 28, … More Information
Dr John Christopher Mathews Jr , born April 4, 1937 passed from this life on September 28, 2012 in Montgomery, Alabama. Dr was 75.
Family members and close friends: , Elmer Harris, Billy Owens, Tommy & Elaine Swearengin, Willease Jenkins-nurse Va Hosp, Earl Dees

▰ Doris (Barefoot) Mathews

Died December 14, … More Information
Doris (Barefoot) Mathews, of Troy, Alabama, went to be with her Lord and Savior December 14, 2006. Doris was 80.
Obituary published: December 15, 2006 in "TM"

▰ Doris (Barefoot) Mathews

Died December 13, … More Information
Doris (Barefoot) Mathews, of Troy, Alabama, went into the presence of the Lord on December 13, 2006. Doris was 80.
Obituary published: December 14, 2006 in "TM"

▰ Donald S Mathews

Died May 14, … More Information
Donald S Mathews, born May 6, 1938 joined the Lord May 14, 2014 in Gardendale, Alabama. Donald was 76.
Family members and close friends: , Ken Carden, Jeanine Kelso, Patti Froman, Bonnie Mcgee, Tammy Mathews Otten, Kathy Stodghill Williams

▰ Dewayne Allen Mathews

Died January 07, … More Information
Dewayne Allen Mathews, age 31 of Alliance, Alabama, went to be with his Lord and Savior January 7, 2001.
Obituary published: January 08, 2001 in "DME"

▰ Debra Ann Mathews

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Deanna (Jones) Mathews

Died November 07, … More Information
Deanna (Jones) Mathews, age 69 of Birmingham, Alabama, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home November 7, 2006.
Obituary published: November 08, 2006 in "Birmingham News"

▰ David Mathews

Died October 16, … More Information
David Mathews, born September 5, 1969 passed from this world into the next October 16, 2020 in Pelham, Alabama. David was 51.

▰ Clyde Mae (Lamar) [Huddleston] Mathews

Died January 22, … More Information
Clyde Mae (Lamar) [Huddleston] Mathews, of Alabama, born in Arkansas, passed from this world into the next January 22, 2020. Clyde was 77.
Obituary published: January 23, 2020 in "SW Times (AR)"

▰ Clifford Mathews

Died April 20, … More Information
Clifford Mathews, age 86 of Cullman, Alabama, gained his wings on April 20, 2000.
Obituary published: April 21, 2000 in "Hanceville Herald"

▰ Clifford Mathews

Died April 20, … More Information
Clifford Mathews, 86, of Cullman, Alabama departed this life April 20, 2000.
Obituary published: April 21, 2000 in "Cullman Times"

▰ Christopher Leonard "Chris" Mathews

Died May 14, … More Information
Christopher Leonard "Chris" Mathews, of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away peacefully May 14, 2001. Christopher was 26.
Obituary published: May 15, 2001 in "Gadsden Times"

▰ Charles Thomas Mathews

Died May 31, … More Information
Charles Thomas Mathews passed away May 31, 2015 in Wedowee, Alabama. Tags: #Francoise
Obituary: Charles passed away on , May 31, 2015. Charles was a resident of Wedowee, Alabama at the time of passing. Charles was married to Francoise.

▰ Charles M Mathews

Died January 10, … More Information
Charles M Mathews, born May 21, 1931 passed from this world into the next January 10, 2015 in Alexander City, Alabama. Charles was 83. Tags: #Alexander #Memorial #Montgomery #Dale #Darien #Luverne #James #Mamie #Mathews #Virgie #Pauline #Carmen #Laurice #Malcolm #Milton #William #Eddie #Charles #Gail #Sheryl #Beth #Betty #Angela #Bill #High #Ramer #Burroughs #Rochester #Falconer #Baltimore #President #Alabama #Captain #Guard #Korean #Rich #Dusty #Zack #Mickey #Stephen #Chris
Obituary: Charles M. Mathews, age 83, passed away at Bill Nichols V.A. in Alexander City, AL on 10, 2015. Leak Memorial Chapel of Montgomery will conduct his funeral with Dale Watts officiating. The funeral will be held on , 12, AT 12PM with burial following at Darien in Luverne, AL. Mr. Mathews was preceded in death by his parents, James Roy and Mamie Elizabeth Mathews, sisters, Virgie Merrell, Pauline Harris, Carmen Williamson, Laurice Cobb, brothers, Malcolm, Milton, James Roy Jr., and William Mervin Mathews. He was also preceded in death by his son, Eddie Mathews. He is survived by his children, Charles M. Mathews Jr., (Pam), Gail Knef (Rich), Sheryl Jean Mathews, and Beth Mecke (Charles), 11 grandchildren and special neice, Betty Deason. His family expresses sincere gratitude to Angela Knight for her dedicated care of their father and also to the entire staff of Bill Nichols V.A. . Mr. Mathews graduated from Montgomery High School, Ramer, AL. in 1949. He started his career in banking in Montgomery, joined Burroughs Todd and relocated to Rochester, N.Y. He later joined Falconer Baltimore, MD., eventually becoming President of the firm. He returned to Alabama and spent 10 years with ABS, Montgomery. He finished his career with his own company providing assistance to pharmacies to eliminate outdated inventory for 7 years. He was also Captain in the Alabama National Guard during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Mathews pallbearers will be Rich Knef, Dusty Mathews, Zack Mathews, Mickey Mathews, Rob McNamara, Charles Mecke, Stephen Larrimore and Chris Hawk. Visitation will be on the same day from 11:00 - 12:00 p.m.

▰ Charles Edward Mathews

Died December 07, … More Information
Charles Edward Mathews, born October 10, 1961 passed from this world into the next December 7, 2014 in Florence, Alabama. Charles was 53.

▰ Charles Mathews

Died October 12, … More Information
Charles Mathews, born July 8, 1934 passed from this life on October 12, 2014 in Birmingham, Alabama. Charles was 80. Tags: #Norma
Obituary: Charles was born on 8, 1934 and passed away on , 12, 2014. Charles was a resident of Birmingham, Alabama at the time of passing. Charles was married to Norma.

▰ Charles Richard Mathews

Died October 15, … More Information
Charles Richard Mathews, born January 4, 1946 entered Heaven's gates on October 15, 2020 in Mobile, Alabama. Charles was 74.

▰ Charles M Mathews

Died January 10, … More Information
Charles M Mathews, born May 21, 1931 joined the Lord January 10, 2015 in Montgomery, Alabama. Charles was 83.
Family members and close friends: , Mr & Mrs Terry Hughes, Billy Wilson, Debbie Berley, Becky Blackmon

▰ Chappell Christine Mathews

Died May 11, … More Information
Chappell Christine Mathews, born July 28, 1932 entered into eternal rest May 11, 2015 in Geneva, Alabama. Chappell was 82. Tags: #Delma
Obituary: Chappell was born on 28, 1932 and passed away on , May 11, 2015. Chappell was a resident of Geneva, Alabama at the time of passing. Chappell was married to Delma.

▰ Carolyn Zorn Mathews

Died August 23, … More Information
Carolyn Zorn Mathews, born December 5, 1941 was anxious to meet her Maker and Master August 23, 2020 in Huntsville, Alabama. Carolyn was 78.
Family members and close friends: , Nick Zorn

▰ Byron C Mathews

Died September 25, … More Information
Byron C Mathews, born February 15, 1929 entered the Kingdom of Heaven September 25, 2013 in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. Byron was 84. Tags: #Betty #Mathews #Force #Scott #Vestavia #Leigh #Crawford #Margaret #Caroline #Will #David #Joshua #Ridouts #Chapel #Elmwood #Support #Soldiers- #Mill #Lane #Hoover
Obituary: Byron C. Mathews, Jr., 84, passed peacefully on 25, 2013. He was married to Betty Oglesby Mathews for 51 years, living the last 9 years as a widower. He was a faithful husband and loving father. He served in the Air Force and was a retired banker. Survivors include daughter LeeAnne Mathews Logan(Charlie) of wood; son Scott Mathews (Lee C.) of Vestavia Hills, and 7 grandchildren: Leigh Ellen, Crawford, Margaret Anne, and Caroline Logan, Will , David and Joshua Mathews.
Visitation will be at Ridouts Valley Chapel on , 28 from 9:30-10:30am with graveside services continuing at Elmwood at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers the family requests making a donation to Support Our Soldiers-733 Mill Springs Lane, Hoover, Al. 35244.

▰ Byron C Mathews Jr

Died September 25, … More Information
Byron C Mathews Jr , born February 15, 1929 went into the presence of the Lord on September 25, 2013 in Birmingham, Alabama. Byron was 84.
Family members and close friends: , Dale Foley, Ruth Wilbanks, Anita Bosley, Bill Zipperer
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