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Howell Matthews Obituary
Born in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Howie was the son of the late James D. Matthews and Fannie Clagum Smith Matthews. Howie retired from Norfolk Naval Shipyard where he was a sheet metal mechanic. He was a member of Great Bridge United Methodist Church.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 60 years, Peggy J. Matthews; two sons, Howell Lee Matthews, II (Sandra), Mark Matthews (Beth); grandchildren, Matt Matthews, Steve Matthews, Sarah Matthews and Aubrey Matthews ; a brother, Lonnie Matthew, as well as nieces, nephews and extended family.
A memorial service will be conducted at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 4, 2023 at Great Bridge United Methodist Church, Chesapeake. A reception will follow the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Howell L. Matthews Memorial Fund, to benefit the American Heart Association.
Friends are invited to sign the online guest book, to view the service via livestream and to make online memorial contributions at www.briggsfh.com
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Sally Ellefson
November 2, 2023
My deepest condolences to Peggy and theirs sons and grandsons as well as extended family.
Jim Matyiko
October 27, 2023
A great person! Surely will be missed. Rest in peace, and prayers
To his family.
Glenice Reed
October 18, 2023
My dear friend of forty years, Howie, through all kinds of weather, a smile remained on your lips. I never heard an unkind word uttered. You´ve been a strong, loyal, loving husband, father and grandfather. You will be missed by all of us who knew you. Love, Glenice
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