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1940

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2021

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Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue

Gary, Indiana

Geneva Matthews Obituary

Geneva Matthews was born Geneva Randle on February 22, 1940 in Marianna, Arkansas to Eula and Ezekiel Randle. She was the youngest of 12 children. Geneva graduated from Carver High School. She confessed her love for Christ at an early age and married the love of her life Otis Matthews on June 18, 1960. She was employed by the Gary Community School Corporation and retired in 1998. Geneva was a faithful member of Liberty Baptist Church choir. She was loved by many and always was the life of the party. She leaves to cherish her memory her loving husband of 61 years Otis, two loving daughters Linda Triplett of Gary, Dinah (Darnell) Tillman of Pennsylvania; two loving grandchildren LaKeyvia (Willie) Mitchell of Gary Indiana, Darnell Tillman Jr. of Pennsylvania, great granddaughter Kaliyah; two sisters Onnie Williams, and Elizabeth Matthews both of Texas one brother Cunnie Randle of Missouri and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation, Sunday July 11, 2021 from 12 noon - 8:00 p.m. with family hours from 6-8:00 p.m. at the Guy & Allen Chapel 2959 West 11th Avenue. Funeral Service Monday July12, 2021 at 11:00a.m. at Liberty Baptist Church 2301 Roosevelt Street. Antwon Pastor Brown Officiating. Interment Fern Oaks Cemetery.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Jul. 11, 2021.

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Willie A. Little

July 14, 2021

Offering you the Matthew family of Geneva our upmost condolences. On behalf of the entire Little family. We are so very sorry for your lost.

Candice Williams

July 12, 2021

My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time

Ryan Golden

July 12, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow she was always dressed to th e T

Shatonya Terry

July 12, 2021

My prayers are with you all, I was so grateful to had the pleasure of meeting Mrs Matthews a Beautiful Woman of God. Praying Peace, Comfort & Strength to the family.

Cynthia Jackson

July 11, 2021

We send our prayers and heart felt sympathy. May the Lord comfort the family at this time.
Hymella Stallworth & Thomas & Cynthia Jackson

Gladys Burton

July 11, 2021

My Deepest Condolences And Prayers To The Matthews Family..
Rest In Roses Mrs. Geneva Matthews

Cheryl Cannon & Aja McGee, California

July 11, 2021

So sorry LeKeyvia to hear of your grandmother's passing! I still remember dropping you off at her house after I picked you, Eric, and Aja up after you guys classes at Wirt! She was always so pleasant and I saw how much you loved her!
May God grant you and your Family strength and peace during this difficult time!
Praying for you guys! Luv u!

lelia K williams

July 11, 2021

Dear Linda, so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a sweet lady and always dressed to the nine's. Will continue to pray for you and your family,

Doris Williams

July 11, 2021

Doris Williams

July 11, 2021

Doris Williams

July 11, 2021

Sending my Condolences to The Matthews Family during this difficult time. May God give you comfort knowing Mrs. Matthews have gain her wing unto eternity.
Though your hearts must hold deep sadness at the loss of Mrs. Matthews. May it also hold the blessings of the life you shared and the love that will always be a part of you.
With Deepest Sympathy
Doris & Candice Williams

Latanza Duncan

July 11, 2021

Sending heartfelt condolences to you and your family your mother was one awesome lady and loved by many! She took care of us kids during breakfast and lunch.. May God give you strength and comfort you during this difficult time.

Samuel Roberts

July 11, 2021

You and your family are in our prayers during this sorrowful time.

Renee Louden

July 11, 2021

My Condolences to the Matthews Family. Rest Easy Mrs. Matthews

Joyce Shorts Sprouse

July 11, 2021

My heart is hurting. Geneva and I met in November 1977 when I moved next door to her and Otis.
She was the first person to welcome me to the neighborhood. We developed a friendship and bonded because of our love for flowers. She and Otis became by youngest son's godmother. I love her like a sister. I miss her and my life will not be the same.
I pray that God will strength and comfort Otis, Linda, Kay-Kay, and the rest of the the family. Cherish the memories of a beautiful and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.

Lurita Youngblood

July 11, 2021

To the Matthews family. You all have my deepest sympathy and most heartfelt thoughts in your time of bereavement. I'm praying for your strength and peace.

BERNITA CANADA-SHAW

July 11, 2021

WORDS CAN'T DESCRIBE HOW SORRY I AM AT THIS TIME OF OUR LOSS. YOU ALL ARE IN MY PRAYERS.

Chelise

July 11, 2021

Sending prayers and love during this time

scott

July 11, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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Jul

11

Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

Jul

12

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Liberty Baptist Church

2301 Roosevelt Street, IN

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2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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