Birth date: Oct 7, 1950 Death date: Nov 18, 2017
Gary Eugene Matthews, age 67, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2017. He was born in Cadillac, MI on October 7, 1950 to Leon and Joyce Matthews. Gary is survived by his wife of 26 years, Jean; six children, Jonnel (Bill) Sheff Read Obituary
Jim! I'm so sorry I just saw this message! I think I found you on Facebook (bc I doubt you'll ever see this). Thank you for the kind words. I'd be more than happy to talk!
Dear Alisa; I was so sorry to read about Gary passing away. I tried calling him about our 50th high school reunion, but only received the message his phone number was no longer in service. I then attempted to find him on the internet, only to discover he had passed away. Im so sorry about your Dad, I thought a lot of him. I would very much like to find out what happened to both him & his sister Joann. Can I call someone?
I have heard your name a million times from my Dad. Please know he talked about you quite often with laughter and smile on his face! He is so very missed.
Wow! I cant believe that my best friend, since early childhood, has past away. Gary & I were closer than brothers from playing in the same baby playpen together, through our childhood years, as teenagers, right to and including our highschool graduation. I have thousands of memories of Gary that I will forever cherish.
Rest in Peace dear Brother;
Jim Schoolcraft
Dad, the first man I ever loved. Words cant explain how proud and honored I am to call you my Dad, and also my friend. The past seven months I have called you asking for advice on several things in my life. Thank you, for being there and sharing your thoughts, I hold them dear in my heart. You are stronger than anyone I know, I wouldnt change the past couple of weeks for anything. Being able to be by your side was amazing. I know you are pain free now, having a wonderful reunion with your parents, sister and Lindsey, and eating all of the food you can handle! Be sure to watch over us, and I promise to try to make you smile! I love you, forever and always.
My dearest Dad, the first man I ever loved. When I think of you my heart over flows with love, joy and pride. I thank you for all your love, support, guidance and life lessons. Spending the last 2 weeks with you were so glorious and precious to me and for that I thank you. My life will forever be changed without you here. Until we meet again please tell everyone I said "hi and give Lindsey a big o kiss for me". I love you Dad.
I have so many memories tucked away but what I remember the most is that Gary could make me laugh even when the situation was bad. Jonnel, my dearest friend, I love you with all my heart and I wish I could take away your pain. Alisa, Ashley and Jean, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Great Guy and Great neighbor to have!! Gary you will surely be missed!! Roger will make sure to keep Jean on the straight and narrow when it comes to hanging Christmas decorations, planting flowers, redecorating or shopping! We are sure you will be laughing from above on every occasion!!! Rest in Peace Friend!
So many prayers and hugs for you and your boys!! May you find some peace and comfort somewhere in all of this heart break! Your dad was so blessed to be able to call you his daughter, I know he is watching over your family with a smile on his face and a heart full of love!!
My heart is in sorrow for your loss Alisa yet it's so full from the love that you could see between the two of you. I truly believe that despite the physical loss he is still watching over you. I pray that that you, the boys and your family are able to find peace during this sad time.
