May 27, 2024
Mr. Gary E. Matthews, age 51 of Smithville, passed away Monday, May 27, 2024 at his residence. He was a Christian, a nurseryman, and a member of CMA.
Mr. Matthews was born on June 19, 1972 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to his father, the late William Edward Matthews and mother, Rita Davis Matthews.
Visitation with the Matthews family will be on Tuesday from 4pm – 8pm and on Wednesday from 10am until the time of service at 2:00pm at Love-Cantrell Funeral Home. Bro. Nathan Thomason will officiate and burial will follow in DeKalb Cemetery.
Mr. Gary was preceded in death by his father and grandparents.
Survivors include his children, Shea (Justin) Foster of Dowelltown, Arrion (Emily) Matthews of Smithville, and Arianna Matthews of Smithville; 4 grandchildren, Serenity Foster, Avery Martin, Olivia Matthews, and John William Matthews; mother, Rita Matthews of Smithville; 1 brother, Stacy (Anna) Matthews of Smithville; 1 sister, Tina (Darren) Templeton of Smithville; 4 nephews, Josh Puckett, Jacob Puckett, Jonathan Matthews, and Dillon Templeton; 1 niece, Tayza Breland; 2 great-nephews, Eli Puckett and Levi Puckett; and 2 great-nieces, Ava Puckett and Lainey Matthews.
Love Cantrell Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.