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Claudean Mathis

Aug 26th, 1920 - Apr 22nd, 2020

A private graveside service will be held at Orchard Hill Cemetery with Kelly Carruthers officiating.

 

     Delia Claudean Mathis, age 99, formerly of Louisville, Illinois, passed away Wednesday afternoon, April 22, 2020, at Evergreen Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Effingham.

     She was born August 26, 1920, in Kentucky, the daughter of  Walter H. and Cordelia (Sledd) Downing.  She was united in marriage to Rev. J.L. Mathis August 29, 1943, in Alton, Illinois and together they shared 65 years of marriage until his death June 20, 2009. 

     Claudean had worked in a glass factory in Alton.  She assisted and supported J.L. in his ministry over a sixty-year span that began in 1943.  During this time, they served at First Baptist Church in Hurst, Pleasant Grove and Pleasant Ridge in the Clear Creek Association, Long Branch of rural Galatia, First Baptist Church of Coulterville, Cross Baptist Church of rural Pinckneyville, Watson Baptist Church, First Baptist Church of Murrayville, First Baptist Church of South Elgin, Fifth Avenue Baptist Church of Rochelle, First Baptist Church of Peru, and Calvary Baptist Church in Morris.  Claudean had most recently been a member of the First Baptist Church in Louisville.  She enjoyed singing and listening to her southern gospel music, and spending time with her family and friends.

     She is survived by her grandsons: Josh Mathis and Tim Mathis, both of Louisville; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Rev. J.L. Mathis; 2 sons: Thomas (Sharon) Mathis and Jim Mathis; a daughter: Maretta Mathis; an infant daughter: Ladonna; and 6 siblings:  Mary Jane Miller, Henrietta “Eddo” Downing, William Bryan Downing, John Seldon Downing, Martha Emma Lou Baker, and Evelyn Dunnigan.

A private graveside service will be held at Orchard Hill Cemetery with Kelly Carruthers officiating.  Arrangements are in the care of Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora.  Memorial donations are suggested to First Baptist Church in Louisville and will be accepted through the funeral home.  To share a memory or condolence visit: www.frankandbright.com

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Brenda & Gary Miller

April 25th

Tim & Josh, I know your Grandma is rejoicing and having a wonderful reunion in heaven. Prayers of comfort and peace for you both.

Alexa Hartigan

April 24th

Josh and Tim, I was so honored to take care of her. To hear her giggles and fun sayings. Never a dull moment with her. She's with the angels now. I'll always miss her and never forget her. She made me a better person knowing her.

Joe and RITA Haines

April 24th

Josh and Tim, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Janice Cook

April 24th

Josh and Tim...prayers of comfort and peace...hang tight to your memories.

Kelly and Ann Carruthers

April 24th

We are so sorry for your loss. I loved the times, we visited, in her house, and later in the nursing home. I (Ann) respected her, she loved to tell me stories of being a pastor's wife. I know she is worshiping God, her Savior, with Maretta. We will miss her.

Dennis and Sue Hampsten

April 25th

So sorry for your loss. She was a sweet blessing to all who knew her. Oh the homecoming she had. Remember your days with her. God Bless. Josh and Tim Dennis and Sue Hampsten

Steve and Betty Stanford

April 25th

Tim and Josh, thoughts and prayers go out to you both. You had a special grandma and I know she will be missed but oh the memories.

Jack & Freda Stanfield

April 25th

Tim & Josh, our hearts & Prayers are with you. Know your Grandmother was a very special part of your lives. Memories are a way of holding on to the ones we Love. 🙏

Delbert & Sharyn Carter

April 25th

Our hearts go out to you and your family. God bless you all.

Derek and Cassie Higgins and family

April 25th

Josh and Tim our hearts ache for you. You both are in our prayers!

Helen Williams

April 25th

My prayers and condolences to Tim, Josh, and the family.

Brian welch

April 25th

Josh: you have my deepest sympathy. God bless you and your family.

Marcia Harmo,

April 26th

Dear Josh and Tim Sorry for the loss of your Grandmother. She was a wonderful Christian lady. I stoped in a few times, when Maretta was living with her. Wonderful ladies ... We will miss her and sending prayers.

Diana Jim Fleener

April 27th

Tim & Josh ... so sorry for your loss ..

Debbie Lamb

April 26th

Josh and Tim, sorry for the loss of your sweet Grandma. I know how much you loved and cared for her. Sounds like she lived a blessed life devoted to the Lord and her family.

Terry and Carole Birch

April 26th

Josh and Tim, We are so sorry for your loss. She was always friendly with everyone at church and a great Christion witness. She will be greatly missed.

Karen Williamson

April 28th

Josh and Tim, so sorry to hear about your grandma. Its hard to let them go but she's rejoicing with everyone that's went before her.

Lola & Steve White

April 29th

Josh and Tim: we are thinking and praying for you both. Your grandma was so lucky to have you both. She's in heaven now with all of your loved ones. God will protect and comfort you both.

susan prosise

May 1st

Who would have thought she would outlive all her children? and live to be almost 100? Maybe it was the sour cream in your mom's corn casserole. You are both in our prayers and hopefully surviving the pandemic.

Pat foreman

May 3rd

So sorry for your loss your grandma will be greatly missed..

 

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