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MARY MATNEY Obituary
Mary Virginia Trueblood Matney died peacefully in her sleep the morning of June 19, 2012.
She was born on Christmas Eve 1929 to Oscar and Mary Healan Trueblood in Eastern North Carolina. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 42 years, Dr. Victor A. Matney, she is survived by her four children, Elisa M. Hardin and husband John of Raleigh, North Carolina; Steven V. Matney and wife Lynn of Danville; Lawrence E. Matney and wife Amy of Richmond, Virginia; and Jennifer M. Rucker and husband Clay of Atlanta, Georgia. She is also survived by her six grandchildren, John Laurence Hardin and wife Kerry of Los Angeles, California; Hugh Matney of Atlanta, Georgia; Augusta Matney of Richmond, Virginia; Elizabeth and Will Rucker of Atlanta, Georgia; and Summer Olinger and husband Shane of Chilhowie, Virginia.
She was a graduate of Stratford College, an educator for 13 years at George Washington High School, and taught conversational English to foreign adults domestically and internationally. Mrs. Matney championed several humanitarian causes in Danville including past president of the Wayles Harrison Memorial Fund, president and volunteer at Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History, and served as a volunteer at Danville Memorial Hospital. She was also a member of the Wednesday Club and Shakespeare Club.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, June 23, 2012 at Mountain View Cemetery with the Reverend Samuel Colley-Toothaker officiating. The family will receive friends Friday, June 22, at Townes Funeral Home from 5 to 7 PM and at other times at the residence of Steve and Lynn Matney, 254 Howeland Circle. Townes Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the Matney family. www.townesfuneralhome.com
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Gerry Scearce
June 26, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mary's family. I first met Mary when she was our Volunteer Guild President here at the Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History. She was one of the most gracious ladies that I have ever met. Her great smile and sweet voice that she met each visitor with will be greatly missed.
Edward Saleeby
June 24, 2012
Mary, Vic and I had a wonderful relationship over the many years of her life. We talked almost every weekend since Vic passed away. I coudn't have had a better friend since Elva went to heaven. I will miss Mary.
Ed Saleeby
Maria Roulidis Biggs
June 23, 2012
Dear Jennifer,
We are so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was such a sweet person and I will always remember her. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your entire family.
All our love,
Maria & Byron Biggs
June 22, 2012
I so enjoyed helping Mary with research at the DCC Library where I work. It was such a blessing and encouragement to me to be in her company.
Mary Gail Easley
Becky King
June 22, 2012
Jennifer, we are so sorry to hear about your mother. I know you will miss her dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Much love...
June 22, 2012
Dear Jennifer,
We are holding you and your entire family in our hearts and praying for you as you say goodbye to your mother. With love, WCBS Small group, Atlanta
Sandra Chesnutt
June 21, 2012
I remember the tea you held for your mom on Meredith Drive and what a gracious, lovely Southern Lady she was. Collier Hills was a special time in our lives and I am so glad I had the opportunity to share that day with you. Love, Sandra
Connie Harris
June 21, 2012
My sweet friend,Jennifer, I have so many wonderful memories of you and I playing and laughing at your house, and no matter what time of day or night it was, your mother was always gracious, kind, and beautiful. She was the essence of the true southern lady, polite and hospitable, always welcoming me with a big smile and warm hug. I am so sorry for your family's loss,and I pray that God gives you all the strength to get through this, and surrounds you all with His enduring love as He and your sweet daddy welcome your mom into His Eternal Kingdom. I love you!
June 21, 2012
Aunt Mary was always the most elegant and beautiful lady.. a true jewel in our family. We were so blessed to share our lives with her. So sorry for your loss.
Love Doug
June 21, 2012
Dear Matney Family
We are very sad on the passing of our dear friend Mary. She was a very special friend and will be missed. Our love and prayers are with her family.
Love June, Doug, Brett, Andrew and Clinton (dec) White. Melbourne. Australia.
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