Wanda P. "Chum" Mathis

Wanda P. "Chum" Mathis obituary, New Castle, KY

Wanda P. "Chum" Mathis

Wanda Mathis Obituary

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Wanda P. "Chum" Mathis, age 80, of Eminence, passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2023. Daughter of the late Walter and Blanche (Winters) Purvis, she was preceded in death by a sister, Martha Jane McCoun. She was a member of the Eminence Baptist Church. She was the owner and operator of Rose Hill Florist for over 40 years and loved spending time with her family.
Survived by:
Husband: Robert "Bob" Mathis of Eminence
Sons: Michael Mathis of Eminence
Greg "Chumbo" Mathis of Eminence
Rick Mathis (Cara) of Eminence
Brother: Mike Purvis (Sonya) of Shelbyville
Grandchildren: April, Amanda, Chelsea, Katie, Cody, Cameron, and Caleb
Great-Grandchildren: Paislee and Emmett
Memorial Service: 1 PM on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at Prewitt New Castle Funeral Home, officiated by Rev. Michael Duncan.
Visitation: 10 AM until service time on Saturday at Prewitt New Castle Funeral Home.

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April 30, 2023

Pam Steve, Joshua, Amber Sparrow and f amilynd fam posted to the memorial.

April 28, 2023

Thelma Gault planted trees.

April 28, 2023

Thelma Gault posted to the memorial.

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Pam Steve, Joshua, Amber Sparrow and f amilynd fam

April 30, 2023

Our deepest sympathy to Bob, the children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren and family for the loss of Chum .We all loved her so much!Her beautiful smile , kindness , sweet personality, and such a precious lady to everyone she helped at the florist or cared for in this whole community. A sweet angel here on Earth now with our Lord and Savior. We will always have wonderful memories of her and she will never be forgotten .She especially treated our son, Josh like family !Sending our love and prayers to Bob and all of her family !Love , Pam and Steve and Josh and Amber and family

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Thelma Gault

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Thelma Gault

April 28, 2023

So sorry to hear of Chum's passing. Though I have not seen her for several years, I have many memories of her smiling, cheerful countenance when I was a frequent customer at Rose Hill Florist. My sincere condolances to her husband, Bob, and to the whole family.
Thelma Gault

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Jason and Erika Barnes

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Jason Barnes

April 27, 2023

Thinking of your family during this time of sorrow. May her memory be a blessing.
Sincerely,
Jason and Erika Barnes

Donnie and Sue Tyler

April 27, 2023

Chum and Donnie graduated 1961 from Eminence High School. We´ve been friends for years and will miss your smile and friendship with you and Bobby. Our condolences for the entire family.

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April 30, 2023

Pam Steve, Joshua, Amber Sparrow and f amilynd fam posted to the memorial.

April 28, 2023

Thelma Gault planted trees.

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