1932
2013
Robert Earl Mathis, age 80 of Memphis, passed away Tuesday, April 16, 2013. He was born November 26, 1932 in Linden, Tennessee to the late Mark M. Mathis, and Dena Grooms Mathis. Mr. Mathis was a veteran of the US Army, serving in the Korean War, and later retired from General Motors. Survivors include his wife, Geraldine Story Mathis; one daughter, Melody Tipton; four sons, Tracy, Nelson, Preston, and Vaughn; three sisters, Dorothy Wiggs, Shirley Hicks, and Geneiva Warren; two step-daughters, Sandra and Renea; 9 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Services will be 2 PM Friday, April 19, 2013 at Family Funeral Care, located on Summer Avenue. Burial will follow at Forest Hill East Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday, April 18 from 5-7 PM.
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April 22, 2013
Nelson Thomas
Geraldine, on behalf of my myself and my family, we are truly saddened by the passing of our father. We were blessed to have you and your family accept Dad as one of your own. I also would like to thank you for all your hospitality and kindness even though your heart aches for Robert too but you still took the time and went out of your way to help. Please thank all of your family and friends and neighbors for their generous donations.
April 19, 2013
My thoughts are with you.
Kevin E Mathis (grandson of Murl and Loudean Mathis)
Bartlett, TN
April 19, 2013
Dear Geraldine and all of the Mathis family,
Our prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Bob is called back to Heaven where there is no pain..just pure love.
with deepest sympathy,
Cliff and Bettianne Diles
April 19, 2013
I never knew this day would come.Daddy......I was so proud to be a Daddy's girl.....my heart aches so much right now....I need the strength .......I love you......
April 18, 2013
I met you and your wife in the hospital I enjoy be around you and the wife you both make me happy person at all time i can in to see him.. So I am saying be strong God know what best. . LOVE FLORA
April 18, 2013
Dwayne Mc Anally
My sincere sympathy to Melody, Shelby, and the family during this difficult time. May you draw strength through the Lord and comfort through one another.
April 18, 2013
Veronica and Jack Zurcher
Preston,Ruby,Melody,Nelson,Beth,Tracy,Cathy, Vaugh,and Geraldine,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob was a good man, he always made me feel welcomed. The Heavens received another angel, who there is no pain or sorrow.
God Bless
April 18, 2013
The Staff of Family Funeral Care Summer Avenue Chapel
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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