James Walton “Jim” Matthews, 51, of Winamac, IN passed away on Tuesday, June 8, 2021.
He was born on April 2, 1970 in Terre Haute, IN to John D. “JD” and Reathey M. [Flippo] Matthews. On March 7, 2012, Jim married Connie [Grigsby] Clemans.
He was a longtime member of the Medaryville American Legion.
Jim worked many years for Phil White, mowing and doing construction. He enjoyed fishing and mushroom hunting, especially with Isaac.
Jim loved to spend time with his family and will be dearly missed.
He is survived by:
Connie [Grigsby] Clemans, Winamac, IN Wife
Kimberly Matthews, Winamac, IN Step-Daughter
Tyson Matthews, Medaryville, IN Step-Son
Natasha Matthews, Winamac, IN Step-Daughter
Katie Matthews, Wheatfield, IN Step-Daughter
ShiannClemans, Winamac, IN Step-Daughter
Samantha Matthews, Winamac, IN Step-Daughter
Elijah Matthews, Winamac, IN Step-Son
13 Grandchildren: Isaac, Brycen, Bryleigh, Khloe, Lilian, Tylor, Natalie, JoJo, Rowan, Gracie, Hunter, Adalynn, and Aiden
John D. “JD” and Reathey M. [Flippo] Matthews, Knox, IN Parents
John D. Matthews, Jr., Winamac, IN Brother
Charles E. Matthews, Winamac, IN Brother
Many Nieces and Nephews
Delmer and Shirley Grigsby, Medaryville, IN Father and Mother-in-law
Preceded in death by:
Bentley Wayne Button, Infant Grandson
Leyton Leroy Matthews, Grandson
Isabella Sue Ann Day, Infant Granddaughter
Terry Lee Matthews, Brother
Visitation will be from 2-3 PM EDT Saturday, June 12, 2021 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.
Services will be held at 3 PM EDT Saturday, June 12, 2021 at Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN Rev. Jeff Seger officiating.
Private Burial will take place at The Alexander Heinemann Memorial Cemetery in Ora, IN.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist the family with final expenses.
Online Tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Winamac, IN.
