Lamar Mathis Obituary
January 19, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father Charles E.
Mathis Sr of Erie, PA. Son of Gracie and Randy Davis Sr of Erie. Lamar
attended Strong Vincent high school where he played football and was
the quarterback of the team. He worked at 84 Lumber and Greengarden
lanes as a cook. He was very Passionate about his Team, The Pittsburgh
Steelers, and also the LA Lakers. Lamar loved to be the LIFE of the
Family, he enjoyed his children he loved cooking, and most of all his
family.
He was preceded in death by his brother Daniel Corry Davis, his maternal
grandparents Arthur and Bertha Banks, his paternal grandparents Leon
and Henritta Mathis. He leaves to cherish his memory his parents Randy
and Gracie Davis Sr, his children 2 sons Lamar Mathis II, and Demond
Mitchell of Erie, PA 2 daughters Isobel Mathis of Erie, PA and Brynn
(Michael) Putt of Winchester, Virginia. And 5 grandchildren. He's also
survived by 4 brothers Stephon (Melissa) Mathis of Pittsburgh, PA,
Charles (Vee) Mathis of Erie, PA, Randy Davis II of Erie, PA, Terrance
(Ericka) Davis of Titusville, PA and one sister Tiffany(Eric) Spain of Erie,
PA and his Fiance Mary Grucza.
Many Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousin and Friends
Services will be Wednesday January 31, 2024, at Community Missionary
Baptist Church 1001 German Street from 10am until time of service at
Noon. Bishop Gary L. Brown officiating. Burial at Erie Cemetery.
Processional Services provided by House of Paradise Cremation and
Funeral Services, 701 East Ave Erie, PA
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Tina Fraley (Barton)
January 28, 2024
Awe Im devasted so sorry for you leaving us. May you rest easy. The Lord has you now.
Patrick Matthis
January 27, 2024
Over 40 years we've known each other totally lost for words your a amazing person always kept people smiling. From a Matthis to a Mathis Rest in Paradise and fly free my friend heaven sure did gain a beautiful Angel.
Angelina Withrow
January 25, 2024
You were one of a kind with a smile like no other. We will truly miss you man
Nancy Dovishak
January 24, 2024
Fly high my friend R.I.P
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LaTaunya Holmes
January 24, 2024
This moment with you means everything to me. We were celebrating being tbe first and last of my granddaddy Asher and Uncle Arthur's grandchildren from my childhood era. You were our baby, "Laylay" You will forever be missed, remembered and lovec Rest in Peace Lamar.
Kista Johnson
January 23, 2024
This is so sad. Lamar was always very kind to me and I'll never forget his smile that lit up every room. My thoughts and prayers to Stefon and the rest of his family during this difficult time.
Michael W Grucza
January 23, 2024
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.MAY GOD BLESS YOU
Bob List
January 23, 2024
Rest easy, Lamar
Susan Conner
January 23, 2024
Lamar, Where do I start? Going through elementary school( kindergarten) all the way til the end. You were a great guy. So many many memories with you from West 17th street. Those were the days. Rest With Jesus. Until we meet again my friend.
Rashelle Mathis-Serafini
January 23, 2024
I love and miss you so much my handsome big brother that it hurts!!! And, I mean really hurts. I love you!!!
Rashelle Mathis-Serafini
Scott Bell
January 22, 2024
Lamar you will be missed remember what I said would happen to you. If I read your name in the newspaper when I got to heaven. Love you man.
Tricia Conner
January 21, 2024
West 7th Street... So much fun!!! His smile was contagious. He would make up dances (break dancing) with the guys. Hanging out all the time on the porch. Babysitting lil Terrence, loved that baby. He will be truly missed. Many good times, many childhood memories, never forgotten! My love goes out to all his family.. your all in my thoughts.
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