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Donald B. Mathis

Phoenix, New York

1934 - 2016

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1934 - 2016MATHIS-Donald B., died May 20, 2016, at 82. Places he called home included Amarillo and Austin, TX; Chicago; Washington, DC; New York City; Phoenix and Tucson, AZ; and Guatemala City, Guatemala. Of his many nicknames, the most apt was "Indiana Mathis," for his remarkably varied...

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I just tonight realized that this amazing man is gone. He raised three brilliant children, two of whom lost their bigger-than-life mom, Mary, when they were still little. As director of the Departments of Economic Security and Health Services for Arizona, Don helped hundreds of thousands of low-income people. He showed me how to stand up for what I believe in, and he got me started as an editor, which led me down the path to what has been a fulfilling career. This was a man who made a huge...

I'm so sorry for your loss. May your memories comfort your heart; and God help your family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13

We are so sorry for your loss. Donald was a very kind and generous man to me during a very difficult period of my life. l have always been so grateful for his kindness. His love surrounds each of you.

A brilliant, wonderful, complex man.
His legacy - Three brilliant, wonderful & complex children.
Well done Don!!
We celebrate a much loved friend & member of our family.

David & Sara Sommer

I'm so sorry for your loss Sommer and Jeff. He seemed to be a very fascinating man who accomplished much in his lifetime. Sending love and prayers to you and your family.

Josephine Riether

My condolences to the family mr Donald leave life to the fullest may he rest in peace warm thoughts are send !

I am so sorry for your loss. Losing your parents is very hard. I know that Donald loved his children more than his own life. Please know that his siblings and cousins love you all too.