Mrs. Mattie H. Mobley

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Mattie H. Mobley.
On behalf of the staff and management of Strong & Jones Funeral Home, Inc., we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Mrs. Mattie H. Mobley.
Mattie Hall Mobley was born in the Chaires area of Leon County, Florida, on February 4, 1914, the tenth of eleven children to the late Alice and George Hall. Mattie's commitment to Christ began at nine years old when she was baptized and joined St. Peter Missionary Church. Her lifelong Christian journey continued until her death as a member of Bethel Missionary Baptist Church.
Mattie was educated in the public schools of Leon County, where she graduated from Lincoln High School. She continued her education by attending Florida A&M University with a primary focus on education. Realizing the importance of being an entrepreneur, Mattie completed cosmetology training and became an independent business owner in Tallahassee for over 30 years before retiring from her beauty salon in 1989. Always a nurturer, Mattie embarked on a new career path as a home caregiver and became certified by the State of Florida. She provided home health services to the economically disadvantaged until 2007. Mattie has always understood the importance of giving back to the community and has provided housing, financial and moral support to many young people attending Florida A & M University. She has also been a role model for the many young men and women who grew up in her community of Allen Subdivision.
Mattie understood the assignment of being politically involved and registered to vote in 1948 and became a lifelong election poll worker. The late Rev. C.K. Steele influenced her activism. She became actively involved in the NAACP and was passionate about her role in Women in NAACP (WIN).
Another love of Mattie's was the Capital City Garden Club, which she joined in 1954. She was known as the fundraising queen, and when she became President in 1969, she secured a loan to construct a building on land donated to the Garden Club.
Mattie's understanding of the importance of giving back to the community was unparalleled. Her role as a mentor and role model for the many young women and men who grew up in her community of Allen Subdivision is a testament to her selflessness and generosity. Mattie's impact on her community is immeasurable, and her legacy of service will continue to inspire generations to come.
Mattie has served in various capacities in numerous civic and religious organizations throughout her years in the community. They include-
Religious Affiliations, Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, Senior Choir – past vice president and current member, Deaconess Board – past chair and member for over 10 years, Sunday School Teacher for over 15 years, Usher Board – past president and vice president, Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church Sunday School Teacher – 10 years, Usher Board- past president and Choir member.
Her Civic Organizations inculdes- The NAACP Life Member – Len County Chapter, Freedom Fund Dinner, Leon County Chapter – former chair
member. National organizations includes - Capital City Garden Club Current member and past president, Founder- Pretty Hat Tea Chair – Building Fund, Tallahassee Urban League, Democratic Women's Club, 100 Black Women's Club, Inc., C.K. Steele Foundation, National Democratic Organization, Tallahassee Chapter, National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc., Florida A & M University Alumni Chapter
Mattie has received numerous awards and achievements. A partial list includes: Capital City Garden Club – award for outstanding leadership,
Bethel Missionary Baptist Church – award for dedication and unselfish services (3 years), National Hook-Up of Black Women, Inc., Tallahassee Chapter – Gold Star Award 2013 Silver Star Recipient, 2025 Inductee of the Florida Civil Rights Museum Wall of Distinction.
Mattie's life was enriched by her family. She was joined in holy matrimony to Arthur Lee Mobley, Sr. on August 6, 1942. Together, they were blessed with three children, Aramentha, Arthur, and Gail. The love and warmth that Mattie shared with her family extended to the addition of a stepdaughter, Alfreddie. Her family was her greatest joy, and her legacy of love will continue to live on in their hearts.
Mattie was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, and husband. She leaves to mourn three devoted children, Aramentha Mobley Meintjies (Bruce); Arthur L. Mobley, Jr. (Sharon), Atlanta; and Gail Mobley Bozeman, Negril, Jamaica; four grandchildren, Arthur L. Mobley, III and Melissa Scurry, Tallahassee; Terrell Mobley, Tampa; Toika Calix, Palm Beach Gardens; loving nieces, Middie Peters; Gloria Hall; and Janet Sermon all of Tallahassee; Bessie Harvey, Lakeland, Fl; Lou Emma King, Plant City, Fl; caring nephews, George Hall; James Mobley; Melvin Mobley all of Tallahassee; Samuel Hall, Charlotte, NC; Stacy Mobley, Palm Beach Garden; and a host of relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be 1:00 P.M. Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Bethel M.B. Church, with burial at Greenwood Cemetery. Viewing will be from 11 A.M. to 6 P.M. Friday, April 18, 2025 at Strong & Jones Funeral Home.
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