Mr. Larry Dean Mathis, 83, of Big Rock, Tennessee, went to be with the Lord Thursday, March 21, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born Thursday, January 30, 1941, in Dover, Tennessee, son of the late James W. Mathis and Cynthia R. Taylor Mathis. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings: James W. Mathis, Jr., Glindon Mathis, Luther H. Mathis, and Annie Yarbrough.
Larry was a 50-year member and deacon at Big Rock Baptist Church and was recently honored as a Deacon Emeritus.
He was a member of Lineport Masonic Lodge #207. Larry was instrumental in founding Stewart County Fire Rescue and served as a first responder for many years.
He retired after 27 years of service from Trane Co. Many will fondly remember him for his food stands, where he sold fresh flowers, vegetables, and homemade fresh sausage.
He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 62 years: Mable Marie (Hamm) Mathis; children: Benjamin Mathis, Deanna Thompson, and Dianna Feltner (Jeff); grandchildren: Mitchell Howell (Emily), Daniel Howell (Chelsea), Ryan Feltner (Kellery), Katherine Earhart (Ryan), Hannah Feltner, and Roxanne Perkins (Josh); 10 great-grandchildren; brother: Roland Mathis; and sister: Ollie Bryant.
Visitation for Mr. Mathis will be Monday, March 25, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Anglin Funeral Home and will continue on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, from 10:00 -11:00 a.m.
The funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. at Anglin Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. David Whitehead officiating.
Burial will follow in the Smith Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be his fellow deacons: Rick Joiner, John Gerkin, Michael Wallace, Pat Donahue, James Andrews, David Bumpus, and William Taylor.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Smith Cemetery or Big Rock Baptist Church Youth Department care of Jeff Feltner 258 Big Rock Rd. Big Rock, Tennessee, 37023.
Arrangements are entrusted to Anglin Funeral Home, Dover, Tennessee, and online condolences may be made at anglinfuneralhome.com.