Richard D. Mathey

Mr. Mathey was the Interim Director of the Ball State Chamber Choir during my tenure as a student there. He prepped us for our Fall choral concert in 2007. I loved the song selections he chose, and I even got to solo for one. He gave me a lot of confidence during that time. I just thought of him a few minutes ago and a random Google search brought up this obituary. My sincere condolences to his family. Rest in peace RD.

I had the pleasure of singing tenor in the Collegiate Chorale with Richard, and he was a terrific tenor, who inspired me to do my best.

God could not have created a nicer man! And as a voice professor, Mr. Mathey brought out a baritone sound in me that I was shocked to hear. With a handkerchief in hand, Mr. Mathey is singing before God, even better than the angels. He is likely conducting the angels to sing with more passion. Sincerely, Garrett Burkhart, D.D.S.

I always addressed him as Mr. Mathey...He was my choral director and mentor in choral education. He taught his students about beautiful choral tone and vocal production but also he taught us to SHARE the joy of singing; to cherish, to respect and to call upon our colleagues for help, for guidance and for support. Perfect choral and vocal production was certainly a goal BUT sharing kindness and love through song was much more important. I appreciate all that Mr. Mathey did for us, his...

When I was little, I always looked up to him (literaly); he was a towering presence and always reminded me of a wise, old owl--especially in his choir robe. I was lucky enough to be allowed a place in the FUMC Chancel Choir a couple years early; each rehearsal he imparted wisdom and amazing musical knowledge. He encouraged me as a composer, and also to head to Westminster Choir College for a couple of music degrees. I don't think I'd be where I am today if it were not for RD Mathey. He will...

RD was a great choral director and also a really good man! He used singing as a vehicle to speak to anyone who was lucky enough to be in his presence. He exuded passion and everyone else just wanted to be a part of what he felt. Thanks RD!

It was always a pleasure to sing barbershop under his direction. Rest in peace my friend!

It was a wonderful experience to sing under his direction of the Choir at the First United Methodist Church ,Bowling Green,Ohio.

Dear Family, RD was the founding director of Voices of Harmony barbershop chorus in BG, and it was such a pleasure singing under his direction. His passion for his craft and genuine love of his singers was truly inspiring. I was also amazed at the reverential way the generations of BGSU singers looked upon him - what a mark he left! My condolences & God bless.