Greenville, South Carolina
Jan 25, 1932 – Mar 19, 2020 (Age 88)
James G. "Jim" MattosGreenville - James G. "Jim" Mattos, a dedicated educator, coach, legislator and servant to the people of South Carolina, died peacefully at his home in Greenville on March 19, 2020. In his 88 years of life, Jim touched the lives of many from every walk of life. He lived life...
Read MoreJim was a tireless worker, at whatever task he undertook. He served as our 'Legislative Basketball Coach' while we were members of the SC General Assembly in Columbia.
Jim never met a stranger and was well liked by all.
With sympathy+
Tom Marchant
379 Golden Bear Dr, J2
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
Tom Marchant
March 15, 2021 | Coworker
Our heart-felt condolences go out to the whole Mattos family. in their loss. My wife, Marsha, was a graduate of Berea and played basketball for Coach Mattos. Later, as a school teacher at Westcliffe Elementary School, Marsha worked on occasion with Todd Mattos. I taught and coached at Berea High School from 1976-77 and 1977-78 and was blessed to be able to coach football and track with Coach Mattos. Later, he and I worked on a state EMS legislation while he was in the legislature. Kitty was...
Pat, Marsha, Marisha, Mandy, and Rusty Browning
April 06, 2020 | Travelers Rest, SC
Mattox family,we have lost a great coach and friend. Jim coached myself and my three siblings at Berea High.May God grant you his peace. Class of 1970, Rick Smith.
Rick Smith
March 25, 2020 | Greenville, SC
dear Mattox family, as a graduate of Berea High 1970, I have fond memories of Jim as all my siblings. Jim was always kind, willing to help others through his love for Christ . My thoughts are with you all. God bless you and give you all peace. Our love, Rick Smith.
March 25, 2020
Out Deepest Sympathies to the Mattos family. Coach Mattos was our favorite teacher and Coach. We have fun memories of him from our high school years in the 60s. Mike was on his basketball team and ran track. Coach mattos took them to State in both basketball and track. Threw his love for the games and his students he made a difference in Mikes life. Mike and I both looked up to this man as a great Coach , teacher and a dear friend. He will be missed but not forgotten. May God bless...
Mike & joyce Mccarson
March 25, 2020 | 127 Haven Circle, SC
I had the privilege of being a member of the Greenville Legislative Delegation and enjoyed my service in Columbia with him.
My sympathy to Kitty and the family.
Tom Marchant+
379 Golden Bear Dr, J2
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
Tom Marchant
March 25, 2020 | Pawleys Island, SC
"Miss" Kitty, I was so saddened to see that Mr. Jim had passed away. I did not know him very well, but always liked him. I saw you and him together many times when I worked for Solicitors Billy Wilkins, and Bill Traxler. I surely know what you are feeling, as I lost my wife, a year ago,after we had been together for 60 years. My heart hurts every day. God's grace and love has been my comfort. May God make smooth the path before you in the days and months ahead. Your friend in Christ. RIP...
Ray Brown, former Police chief , in Fountain, and Simpsonville
March 23, 2020 | Fountain Inn, SC
Thoughts and prayers are with you Todd, Kitty and Cindy and your families during this time. Jim Mattos was a legend and touched many lives during his time on earth! God be with you!
Debbie V White
March 22, 2020 | Travelers Rest, SC
Always greeted me with a smile. I am thinking of you, Kitty. May God wrap you in his loving arms. With much love,
Jerry Wade
Jerry Wade
March 22, 2020