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Donald Ray “Donnie” Matheson, Sr., 59, of 12 Old Mountain Rd, Hiddenite, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at his home. He was born January 19, 1949, in Iredell County to the late Melvin Ray Matheson and Suma Childers Matheson of Hiddenite. He was a veteran of the United States Army, he served during the Vietnam War. He was also a member of the National Guard for numerous years, employed at Craftmaster Furniture and was an active member at Sulphur Springs Baptist Church.
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In addition to his mother he is survived by his two sons, Donald Ray Matheson, Jr. of Hickory and Adam Robert Matheson of Hiddenite; two sisters, Doris Jean Adams and husband Roger of Taylorsville, Paulette M. Gwaltney and husband Lynn of Hiddenite; seven grandchildren; one nephew, Russell Eugene Adams and wife Crystal of Taylorsville; one niece, Melanie Renee Williams and husband Phillip of Hiddenite; and three grand nephews.
Funeral services will be conducted 3:00pm Friday December 12, 2008 at Sulphur Springs Baptist Church. Rev. Steve Parks and Rev. Mitch King will be officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Military Rites will be provided by Hiddenite Post # 10,000 and Taylorsville Post # 5466. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6:00-8:00pm at Sulphur Springs Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Sulphur Springs Baptist Church Building Fund, 116 Patterson Road, Hiddenite, NC 28636. Condolences may be e-mailed to the Matheson family by clicking the link below. Chapman Funeral Home is assisting the family of
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Hey I was a great friend of Donnie and I went to the recieving and due to school I was not able to make it to the funeral. I had a hard time last night; I couldnt bear i,t I had to leave. I was crying all night and would like to let you know that you can email me back if needbe and I really am sorry about his death.
Eric Wagner - Taylorsville, NC
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My condolences to the entire family of Donnie. I'm the eldest daughter of Judy (Deal) & I'm so sorry that I'm not able to attend the funeral, but wanted you to know how sorry I am to hear of Donnie's passing. It just doesn't even seem real...he was always so full of life......that's what I'll remember the most about him. My deepest prayers include you all. Kimberly Parsons - Taylorsville, NC |
DONNIE WAS OUR FRIEND AND CO WORKER A LOT OF TIMES DURING THE DAY HE CAME BY ME AND PRAYED FOR ME BECAUSE HE NEW I WAS HAVING A HARD TIME I LOVED DONNIE IN THE LORD AND MY DAUGHTER APRIL ROBINETTE LOVED DONNIE TO! MICHAEL MAYBERRY LOVED HIM AS A FRIEND AND KNEW THAT DONNIE PRAYED FOR HIM ALSO! WE ALL LOVED DONNIE AND WE WILL MISS OUR FRIEND UNTILL WE SEE HIM WITH THE LORD MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU IN HIS LOVE!
KAREN SIGMON / APRIL ROBINETTE / MICHAEL MAYBERRY
Taylorsville, NC
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Sorry for your loss. I will remember you in my prayers.
Joyce Pierce - Taylorsville, NC |
We were so saddened to hear about the loss of Donnie. He was such a great asset to our church family. He was always the same, no matter what was going on. We are praying for each of you, praying God's peace to help you through this difficult time.
Glenn & Kellie Dancy - Hiddenite, NC |
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