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Johnny Mathis Obituary

Johnny Mathis "entered into eternal rest" on Saturday August 29, 2015 at his residence at the age of 55. Son of the Late Dolores Mathis and Eddie Mathis. Grandson of the Late Lucilla Askins. Father of Sharonda Franks, Johnny Williams, Kanesha Williams and Mi'Jana Mathis. Brother of Lucille Mathis, Mary Mathis, Geraldine Mathis, Joseph Mathis, David Mathis, James Mathis and Raymond Mathis and the Late Richard Mathis, Doris Mathis, and Jacqueline Mathis. Grandfather of Christopher Franks II, Caden Franks and Honesty Woods. Father-in-law of Christopher Franks Sr. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral Services on Saturday September 5, 2015 for 11:00 a.m. at Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, Inc. 2715 Danneel Street. Rev. Jerome Alexander officiating. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Private Burial. Professional Services Entrusted To Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, Inc., 2715 Danneel St. N.O.LA. 70113. Information: (504) 895-4903. To sign online guest book please visit www.estellejwilsonfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Sep. 2 to Sep. 4, 2015.

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Reginald & Eloise Williams

September 5, 2015

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Reginald & Eloise Williams

September 5, 2015

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

September 5, 2015

Im sorrry I was not able to be able to be there. but I will miss my friend for life. May God my friend and his Family during this trying time. Edwin Blanchard and family

Irving Skin Chief Blanchard

September 5, 2015

Sorry to see you go Big Johnny. Rest in Peace. Skinn off of Third Street.

Chanta Hughes

September 5, 2015

I apologize for not being there today but know that you're always in my Prayers! Keep God's Grace

Sarah Faulkner

September 5, 2015

May God continue to left this family on his arms. Sorry for your lost.

charles shepard

September 5, 2015

sorry fore your lost he will be miss

Denise Johnson

September 4, 2015

For God be the glory for the thing he has done To my nephew Johnny Williams & family (Psalm 91)He who dwells in the secret place of the most high shall abide under the shadow of the almighty trust in the lord he will see you thought, may god bless you.

Yolando Smith-Bracey

September 4, 2015

Sorry for your lost i want you to know that God only take the best and now he's in a better place rest on Johnny Mathis fly high with your wings.Sharonda i will keep you and the rest of the family in my prayers love you cuzin

Desiree Francis

September 3, 2015

Sorry for your loss and he will turely be missed by all but never forgotten. The family will be in our prayers. From : Dianne Pierce, Glennis Johnson, Thaddeus Pierce, Desiree Craig-Francis, Michelle Johnson, Catrice Johnson.

Richard Powell

September 3, 2015

To the Mathis family my condolences and may God be with you. Rest in peace Johnny Mathis .

Alisha Smith

September 3, 2015

Sorry to hear of your passing... my heart goes out to your family. May god bless & send his angels to give them comfort and strength in this time of grief.

September 3, 2015

Reginald Randolph rest in peace my brother

Julie Cornwell

September 3, 2015

My husband and I would like to extend our condolences to all of Mr. Mathis's loved ones. Mr. Mathis was our Advocate carrier, and should be in the Carrier Hall of Fame. He went so far beyond the call of duty. We remain grateful for our limited interactions with your loved one, and are so very sorry for your loss.

Tomika Ruffin

September 3, 2015

Uncle Johnny will be missed and Patrica i'm praying for you and your family

The Staff of Estelle J. Wilson Mortuary

September 3, 2015

Offering our deepest sympathies at this time.

Stan Braud

September 2, 2015

Johnny was a great man and such a hard worker. He was one of the most reliable newspaper carriers I have ever met. We at The New Orleans Advocate will certainly miss Johnny Mathis...may he rest in peace!

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