Willis James Matthews

Willis James Matthews obituary, Tifton, GA

Willis James Matthews

Willis Matthews Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Southview Mortuary, Inc. - Tifton on May 9, 2025.

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Mr. Willis James Matthews, 78, of Atlanta, Ga. transitioned this life April 30th at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, Ga.
Services will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Southview Mortuary Chapel located at 2731 US Hwy. 41 S., Tifton, Georgia. Committal service will follow at Oakridge Cemetery.
Please keep the family lifted up in prayer at this time.
Professional care and services are entrusted to the Licensed Professional at Southview Mortuary, Inc.

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June 20, 2025

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Cheryl Marshall-Mba

June 20, 2025

My condolences to the family.
Mr. Matthews rest in peace my friend
Cheryl Marshall-Mba

Pertilla Anthony

May 17, 2025

Condolences from Anthony Pertilla and family?

Dennetta Covington

May 9, 2025

I am sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in your time of need.

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Southview Mortuary, Inc. - Tifton

2731 US Hwy 41, Tifton, GA 31793

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