700 Timberlane Road
Tallahassee, Florida
Samuel Horace Mathis
Samuel Horace Mathis, 79, died October 11, 2016 in Tallahassee after a long battle with leukemia. Sam was born in Tallahassee on June 10, 1937 to Gus and Doris Mathis. He graduated from Leon High School in 1955, after which he served in the US Army. He returned to Tallahassee after the Army and worked for the US Postal Service until his retirement in 1992. Sam played softball in Tallahassee for over 25 years. He loved spending time with friends on the golf course, where he was never short of a quip or light-hearted comment, and he took pride in breaking his age before falling ill. He dedicated hours to making his yard resemble a botanical garden. He enjoyed traveling.
Sam is survived by his wife of 53 years - Doris Mathis. He is also survived by two children - Mike Mathis of Weston, FL, and Michelle Gendron (Bob Gendron) of Orlando - as well as six grandchildren, one great-granddaughter and many friends and relatives. Sam was preceded in death by his parents and brothers - Bobby and Ronnie Mathis, as well as an infant brother.
Graveside services will be held Friday, October 14, at 10:00 at MeadowWood Memorial Park on Timberlane Road.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to Moffitt Cancer Center (www.moffitt.org/giveback -or- Moffitt Cancer Center Foundation, 12902 Magnolia Drive, MBC-FOUND, Tampa, FL 33612).
Arrangements under the direction of Culley's MeadowWood Funeral Home, Tallahassee, FL.
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December 15, 2016
Steve Tehan
I was thinking of Sam last night and decided to google his name and just found out that he passed away. He was my mentor and was a positive influence in my life. I worked for Sam at the Centerville Branch Post Office until he retired and then I took over the office for him. I am sorry to hear of his passing and know that God has another golfer with him. Love ya Sam and you will be missed.
December 5, 2016
Doris Mathis
How fortunate I have been to have Sam Mathis in my life for 53+ years. I miss him more and more everyday.
Thanks to everyone that have been so supportive during Sam's illness. I shall never forget how helpful everyone has been.
October 31, 2016
Mike Mathis
It will be three weeks tomorrow that my dad passed away. I have been touched and amazed with the outpouring of love and concern since his death. I think almost anyone who has a lost a parent reflects on the legacy he/she left behind. I have relived so many memories of Sam Mathis in my mind, from my earliest memories to the final conversation we had just days before his death. And in the end, I will remember him as a warm-hearted, down-to-earth, affable man who won hundreds of friends with his sense of humor, willingness to help others and humility. I hope I can draw from his legacy. So many people came to my dad's funeral, and I didn't get to thank all of them. I will thank them here instead. And, when I reflect on Sam Mathis, I will remember a quote I read once that always stuck with me on how to live your life, "Think about what you want people to say at your funeral, then work backwards!" My heartfelt gratitude to all of those who supported my mom and dad throughout his illness, and who showed up in a big way when he passed away.
October 17, 2016
So sorry to hear of Sam's death he was a good friend and supervisor he will truly be missed....
Sincerely,
John ward(John boy)
October 16, 2016
Patricia Cooke
Sending sweet thoughts and memories your way. So glad we spent time together way back when. Such a fine man. You were/are both truly blessed.
October 15, 2016
Doris and family.,
I first met Sam on Jan 22 l969 at TMH when both our wives were having children. I was in the NAVY and Sam encouraged me to apply at the PO when I got out of the Navy. I did and we worked together for years Sam will be missed by many
Sincerely Bill Whitney
Denver, Colorado
October 14, 2016
Jan Giunipero
So saddened by the news. You know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sam was a fighter and did his best to overcome the odds. You are not alone in your sorrow.
Love,
The Giunipero Family and
The Moore Family
October 14, 2016
Mike Boles
Enjoyed morning chats with Sam the past few years at McDonald's and seeing him at the golf course as well. Sam was a fine man and I miss seeing his red truck with the "Sampa" tag in the mornings. Sam loved life to the fullest and his folksy tales will always be good memories. He will missed by many.
October 14, 2016
Roger Elliott
We called him Horace in school, but much later in life, maybe after his army days, he wanted everyone to call him, "Sam," and so we did. Sam was, in my opinion, the very best athlete in our high school class, who never played on a school team. He would have excelled in several sports, particularly baseball and golf. But Sam, perhaps out of necessity, chose to get himself a job and work after school, rather than go out for a school team. Later, Sam became one of Tallahassee's best slow pitch softball players, and one of the best amateur golfers in the Big Bend area. He could hit a softball out of the park easily, and blast a tee shot almost three hundred yards whenever the mood struck him. He played golf on a regular basis and shot many rounds in the high sixties and low seventies. Aside from his athletic prowess, Sam Mathis was a fine man, a complete gentleman, a good husband, a good father and grandfather. He would give anyone the shirt off his back, and never met a stranger. He will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to cross his path. My sincere condolences to Doris, her children and grandchildren. Sam Mathis will be missed.
October 14, 2016
Camy Keele
Doris, So sorry to hear of Sam's passing. Know we are praying for you and your family. Love you.
October 13, 2016
Doris-Sam was a wonderful person. I never saw him have a "Down Day" before his illness. May God be with you during this sad period in your and the kids lives.
Charlie and Dorothy Ann Middleton
October 13, 2016
Doug Perkins
Doris
Sam's life was the testimony of a good person.
You made him complete.
I'm glad our paths crossed.
Doug Perkins
"He could hit a golf ball"
October 13, 2016
Gwen VanLandingham
May your memories give you peace and comfort. Thinking of you Doris, my special friend. Love
October 13, 2016
Frankie Drake
Sam was the wonderful husband of my lifelong friend, Doris. We'll remember him for his kind and caring manner and steadfast nature, his love of family, his quick wit and sense of humor, and, among many other things, his great talent for making things around him beautiful. He will be greatly missed but we take comfort in knowing that we'll see him again where he's saving a seat for Doris in that beautiful Heavenly garden. Sam, save one for us nearby.
Our love and prayers to Doris and family,
Frankie and David Drake
October 12, 2016
Sherry Lange
I had the pleasure of living next door to Sam and his beautiful wife Doris for 5 years. Sam was the best neighbor in the world. He was always willing to offer his help, expertise in everything from flowers to repairing lawn mowers and loan his tools. He always had a smile and a funny story to share. I know all who knew him have lost a wonderful soul but I am sure he is making heavens gardens even more beautiful today.
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