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Willie R. Mathis Sr.

1929 - 2021

Willie R. Mathis Sr. obituary, 1929-2021, Gary, IN

BORN

1929

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue

Gary, Indiana

Willie Mathis Obituary

Willie R. "Bill" Mathis, Sr. age 91 was born on October 12, 1929 in Fort Gaines, GA, passed away February 9, 2021. Willie was retired from Maris Roofing Company. He was a member of Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his wife Mary and later his wife Dorothy, his parents and two sons. He leaves to cherish his memory six daughters Judy Mathis of Mineral Spring, AR, Dorothy Traylor of Gary, IN, Jean Maxfield of South Bend, IN, Patricia Mathis of North Lauderdale, FL, Michell (Donald) Richards of Memphis, TN and Latanya Mathis of White Bear Lake, MN; one son John Mathis of St. Paul, MN; two step-sons Donald Elam and Kent Elam of Anthem, AZ; 15 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; 8 great great grandchildren; two sisters Mary (Roosevelt) Jackson of Merrillville, IN and Dorothy (Clitus) Moorehead of Gary, IN; one brother Milton Mathis of Gary, IN and numerous other relatives. Visitation Monday February 15, 2021 from 9-11:00a.m. with funeral services to follow at 11:00a.m. All services at Pilgrim M. B. Church 1301 W. 21st Avenue. Rev. Charles L. Emery, Pastor and Rev. Carlton Lewis Assistant Pastor, officiating, Interment Evergreen Cemetery.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Feb. 13, 2021.

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Latanya Mathis

April 27, 2023

Hey Dad, well I'm standing strong like you taught us. It's kinda hard though, because I miss you so much. I really hate that you had to go, but I'll try to understand and know that you are in a much better place. God knows best..
Kiss everyone for me until I see you and them again. I love you miss you terribly. Your baby daughter

PATRICIA MATHIS

April 26, 2023

Dear Dad, Since you've been gone, there have been some significant updates with our family. Unfortunately, your daughter Jean and your grandson Carl have passed away. Despite these tragedies, we are still standing strong. We miss you dearly.
Love your daughter Patricia Mathis

Dorothy Traylor

April 26, 2023

To my Daddy, miss you more today. your advice and knowledge that you taught us , We will never forget. continue to rest in peace.

Michell Richards

April 24, 2023

Missing you so much today and always Daddy

Dorothy Traylor

March 6, 2021

I woke up this morning to call you and realize you’re not here in physical body to tell you how my day was yesterday and to get a Word of wisdom. You will be miss. Rest In Peace.

Michell Richards

February 18, 2021

My heart is so full of sorrow. I don’t care how old I get I’m never going to stop missing and needing you Daddy.

Dr. Mary Louise Mathis Jackson

February 16, 2021

My dear oldest brother. I love you....Sweet heavenly dreams. I’ll see you on the other side.
Your oldest sister,
Dr. Mary L. Mathis Jackson

Toni Price

February 15, 2021

Dear Milton I and the (GPOW'R) Gary Post Office Workers Retiree"s wish to send our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your friend and brother Willie we pray that God gives you and your family the strength to see each other thru this difficult time now may all the love of family and friends surround you

Linda Mixon

February 15, 2021

The Mixon family send their heartfelt and sincere condolences fed to the Mathis family. May God comfort your hearts, embrace you with His love and peace as you transition through difficult this season in your life in Jesus name. I know that God can, I know that God will be a ever present help. God bless you all. ❤

Ms. J. Barnett

February 15, 2021

We extend our deepest sympathies to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. May God give each of you peace and comfort. The Barnett Family: Janice, Kermit, John Jr., Yvette, De'Za, Lia.

'Jerry'dine EDMOND Mathis

February 15, 2021

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Pastor Melvin L Drake

February 15, 2021

My condolences to the Mathis family. We pray that God will comfort and give you strength during this time of bereavement. God bless

Emma Poston

February 14, 2021

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.

Jennifer Appleberry-Ward

February 13, 2021

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.

Donald Elam

February 12, 2021

Sorry about your keep strong.

Kent Elam

February 12, 2021

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

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Feb

15

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Pilgrim M. B. Church

1301 W. 21st Avenue, IN

Feb

15

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Pilgrim M. B. Church

1301 W. 21st Avenue, IN

Funeral services provided by:

Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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