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William Matthews Obituary
September 23, 1946 - January 31, 2021
Lilburn, Georgia - Reverend William "Bill" Earl Matthews, 74, of Lilburn, GA, passed away on January 31, 2021 after a battle with Alzhiemers complicated by COVID 19. Bill was born on September 23, 1946 in Memphis, TN.
Late in life Bill answered the call to become a Methodist minister. Bill served as Pastor at a number of churches including Seashore Mission in Biloxi, MS; Cedar Lake United Methodist in Biloxi, MS; and Trinity United Methodist Church in Picayune, MS.
He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Alice Leguay, and his three children Debbie Pierce, Michael Baer, and Gwen Baer and eight grandchildren. He will also be remembered by his three sisters and his five nieces.
Service information and the full obituary can be found at: https://www.asturner.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?obId=19863053
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Joe Collins
February 7, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Bills passing. He was such a blessing to work with during the time we ministered together at the Harrison County Jail. He was a man of great faith and a tremendous minister. He is missed by many. Chaplain Joe Collins
Arlean Kopszywa
February 4, 2021
Heaven will be receiving a great man. I have so many fond memories of and with Brother Bill, most of them during the time of Katrina. He really touched the lives and me and my Son Jeremy profoundly. He will forever be in our hearts. My sincere condolences to Alice and the rest of the family! Much love ❤
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