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2025
Lonnie Matthews Obituary
Lonnie E. Matthews, 59, of St. Paul passed away Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, at his residence.
Born on September 1, 1965, in Columbus, he was the son of Claude Matthews and Shirley "Jean" (Line) Matthews.
He married Janet Matthews on April 7, 1990, and she survives.
Other survivors include three daughters: Danielle Matthews of Columbus, Jaelyn Matthews of Shelbyville, Kristen Matthews of St. Paul; seven siblings: Chip (LouAnn) Gordon of Muncie, Tony (Cathy) Matthews of Tennessee, Ronnie (Connie) Matthews of Indianapolis, Tammy (Mark) Dodson of St. Paul, Donnie (Shay) Matthews of Indianapolis, Jesse (Karen) Matthews of Tennessee, Claudine (Travis) Hayes of Tennessee; two grandchildren: Emerson and Easton England; he is also survived by several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Lonnie had lived in this area since 1990 after previously moving from Indianapolis. He worked at Knauf Fiberglass, retiring in 2004. He was a member of the Union Chapel United Methodist Church in St. Paul, and was an active member of the St. Paul Fire Department for 34 years. Lonnie loved being a grandpa to his grandchildren. He loved to hunt and fish and loved being a member of the St. Paul Fire Department. He was wonderful father to his three girls.
Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 19, at Glenn E. George Funeral Home, 106 E. Franklin St, with Pastor Mark Dodd officiating. Burial will be in Haw Creek Baptist Cemetery in Bartholomew County. Family will receive friends Wednesday morning from 11 a.m. until the time of the service, at the funeral home. The Indiana Volunteer Firefighter Association will conduct a memorial service in honor of Lonnie's dedication to the community.
Memorial donations can be made the St. Paul Fire Department, in care of the funeral home.
Online condolences may be shared at glennegeorge andson.com
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Karen Wadley
August 26, 2025
Lonnie was a very hard worker, but always had time to help others that were struggling. He was a very kind person to everyone.
Lonnie Rich
February 19, 2025
RIP Lonnie,, you will be missed by all who knew you.. fly high my man,, signed Lonnie Rich
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Karen Wadley
February 18, 2025
Lonnie was a person whom you were lucky to work with.It didn´t matter what you were doing Lonnie was right there to help with any problems that a rose.Heart of gold.
Rest in peace Lonnie!
My condolences to the family.
Roy W. Osborne
February 18, 2025
A Great Person to work with and a Great Friend. RIP my Dear Friend....
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