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MATHIS, Billy Billy W. Mathis, affectionately known as "Perk", 80, of Peachtree City, passed away on March 9, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Bobbie Leonard Mathis; daughters Kay Anderson and husband David of Virginia Beach, VA; Sandra Coxon and husband David of Peachtree City; grandchildren Mathis Coxon, Katherine Anders and husband Sam, Joshua Anderson and wife Christi, and Zachary Anderson; great-granddaughters Lillyan, Hollis, and Madalyn. He is also survived by sisters Ruth Mathis of Spartanburg, SC, and Betty Trent of Pacolet, SC. Mr. Mathis was born in Pacolet Mills, SC, the son of Fred and Maude Mathis. He received a degree in Industrial Engineering from Clemson University and worked for many years in the textile industry. He was a sweet, gentle man who was dearly loved by his family and many friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Children's Ministries, Peachtree United Methodist Church, 225 Robinson Road, Peachtree City, GA 30269, or Reidville Road United Methodist Church, 5575 Reidville Road, Moore, SC 29369. Those wishing may send an online condolence at www.parrottfuneralhome.com. Memorial services will be held Saturday, March 14, 2009 at 11 o'clock at Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel in Spartanburg, SC. Parrott Funeral Home and Crematory, Fairburn, 770-964-4800.
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Eben Hanna
March 15, 2009
Bobbie and Family, Our deepest sympathy, and prayers are with you. I have many fond memories of knowing and working with "Perk" for so many years. He was truly a Genleman and I was privileged to be a friend of his. May GOD be with you during this time of your great loss.
Eben and Margaret Hanna
Ken and Glenda Keels
March 15, 2009
Bobbie: You have been in our thoughts so much in recent weeks and especially in the last few days. We know that you and all your family will miss Perk terribly along with the many people who knew and loved him. We also know that you gave him all the love and care that one could possibly receive, and we hope you will take comfort in that. Perk was the kind of person that one could only say good things about. There should be more like him. We're sorry we couldn't make the memorial service; but we hope you understand the circumstances. It's wonderful that you have such a great family to comfort each other now and always. All our love.
Allyson Caddell
March 15, 2009
Kay and family,
Your father, Billy Mathis, was clearly a dearly loved and respected man. His impact while on this earth was one that Christians aspire to. I know he will be missed and I am sorry for your loss. Be reassured though that he is now in a better place. Warmest regards, Allyson Caddell
Alta & Jerry Neese
March 12, 2009
Bobbie and Family, Our Deepest sympathy, and prayers are with you. We would like to share something that was sent to us at a time of grief.... On Parting from Love Ones... "Just as God gives us our loved ones and does not lose them in the giving, so do we not lose them in returning them to Him. For life is eternal, love immortal and death is just a horizon beyond which we cannot see with our narrow, earthly vision." (Author Unknown) We will see you when you return home. Alta and Jerry Neese
Faye Anderson
March 12, 2009
Dear Bobbie, Kay, Sandra and family, I am at a loss for the right words to say to all of you at this time. Just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know with the love you have for each other and with God's help you will have the strength to get through this difficult time. I wish I could be there to give you support, but as you well know I just cannot be there. I will always remember the good times that Clyde and I spent with all of you at David and Kay's home, especially during the wedding for Josh and Christi. Yes, Perk was a sweet and gentle man!
The Staff of Parrott Funeral Home
March 12, 2009
Offering our deepest sympathies at this time.
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