Gerald Matthews

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McDowell's Funeral Home - Griffin

Posted events

January 30, 2026

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Viewing

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

McDowell's Funeral Home, Inc.

305 N Hill St, Griffin, GA 30223

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Funeral service

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Eighth Street Baptist Church

408 Palace Street, Griffin, GA 30223

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Service

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Louise's Cafeteria

426 E Solomon Street, Griffin, GA 30223

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Interment

12:30 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Griffin Memorial Garden

515 Dobbins Mill Road, Griffin, GA 30223

McDowell's Funeral Home - Griffin

Posted an obituary

January 30, 2026

Gerald Matthews Obituary

~ Obituary ~It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, Gerald Matthews (also known by most as “JJ”) on January 28th, 2026, at the age of 73. He was a gentle and caring soul who would not hesitate to lend a helping... Read Gerald Matthews's Obituary