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Arthur Matlock Obituary

MATLOCK Arthur W. Matlock, III, age 23, went home to be with the Lord unexpectedly, Thursday, November 3, 2005. Predeceased by grandfather Founder Bishop Henry Mackey. Survived by parents, Arthur W. Matlock, Jr. and Evon L. Mackey; grandmother, Nellie R. Mackey; siblings, Sylvia (Thomas) Benson, Tony Mackey, Wayne Mackey, Henry (Mandy) Comer, Shawn Mackey, and Tymeka (Torrance) Saunders; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Homegoing Celebration 11 a.m., Tuesday, November 8, 2005 at Greater Grace Temple, 1255 Faber Ave. Senior Bishop Lawrence Mackey, officiating. Family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until time of service. Interment Eastlawn Cemetery. Arrangements by J. MARTIN SMITH MORTUARY, 1173 E. Hudson St. 447-9383.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Nov. 7, 2005.

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Alisha & Terry Moore

November 10, 2005

To the Mackey and Benson family. I'm truely sorry for your loss. You were there for me at my time of need and family tragedies and I'll always rememeber and cherrish you all. Remember to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. May God Bless you all.

Tawnya Dollison

November 9, 2005

Lawerence & Mae

Deepest heart felt sympathy to your family for your unexpected loss of AJ. Heaven is a little sweeter now!

Shelli King

November 9, 2005

Mr. Matlock,



I am so sorry about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and my prayers.



Love,

Shelli King (Winterset)

Tamika Hollis-Smart

November 9, 2005

I was deeply saddened to hear about AJ's passing. I want to send my condolences to the family and let you know that you all are in my prayers. May God strengthen you and keep you in this time of need.

Ada Smith /Sharon (Bowman) Smith & family

November 8, 2005

My condolences goes out to the entire Mackey/Matlock family my prayers are with the family.

Ellen Stemen

November 8, 2005

My sympathy to you and your family.

MIchael Lee and Bonnie metzinger

November 8, 2005

Our condolences goes out to you and your family in your time of need.

Staff from Indianola Elementary

Dona Nguyen

November 7, 2005

My deepest sympathy is extended to you all. May God keep you in his arms and give you peace.

Donald (BJ) Springer

November 7, 2005

Nobody gets to plan for something like this, but AJ left a trail behind him in life. A trail of friends, family, and complete strangers whose lives he touched and blessed. The memories that were created will never be forgotten. God Bless you and your family AJ, and keep an eye on us as you will always remain in our hearts. I'll be seeing you buddy.

Mandy Herbert

November 7, 2005

I am deeply saddened that such a nice young man's life was cut so tragically short. God bless and keep you all in this time of sadness.

Tara Bey

November 7, 2005

My prayers go out to all the family. I will never forget A.J. He was a wonderful person inside and out.

Stephanie Beverly

November 7, 2005

My prayers are with the family. I know A.J. has gone on to be with the Lord. It's sad to see a young life cut so short, but everything is according to God's will and He knows all things. Be uplifted in this time of pain and sorrow.

Janet Vinson

November 7, 2005

Mackey Family,



Please know that my deepest sympathy is extended to you all. May God Bless you and give you peace.

Jericho Mortgage

November 7, 2005

Our hopes and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.

Mary Hamilton

November 7, 2005

Evon, My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this time of sorrow. I will say a special prayer for you, God will continue to bless you.

Jarett J. Waddell

November 7, 2005

My first cousin. So close yet so far. What was once distant, is now ever present. Love is shared by hundreds here, but by thousands there.

Tonya Lawson

November 7, 2005

A.J-



You were the sweetest man that I will ever know. I am so sorry that we lost touch. Be in peace and love with the lord.



Tonya Lawson

Linda Studier

November 7, 2005

I am so sorry. You are in my prayers. If there is anything I can do, do not hesitant to call upon me.

Denise / Alonzo Nesbitt

November 7, 2005

Always there for you

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