Thomas A. "Bruh" Matthews' Obituary
Thomas A. “Bruh” Matthews, passed away Sunday, March 25, 2018 in Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Thomas was born August 30, 1963 in Decatur, the son of Emma Matthews and John Harris. He graduated from Decatur MacArthur High School and proudly served his country in the U.S. Army for many years.
He leaves to cherish fond memories his mother Emma Matthews, wife Shirley, children Edward Grayned and Cheyenne Grayned, brothers Robert Smith, Louis Matthews, Marlon Matthews, and Jackie (Mae) Matthews, sisters Mary Smith, Joyce (Larry) Harvey, Thelma Thomas, Bessie Matthews, Emma Matthews, his twin Theresa Matthews, Darlene Haines, Marlene White, Tamara and Ikesha; special nephews Justin and Ju’Mir and host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Thomas was preceded in death by his father John Harris, brother Robert Matthews, sister Barbara (Cricket) Matthews, and special nephew Derrick.
Home going services to celebrate Thomas’ life will be 11:00 AM Saturday, March 31, 2018 in Moran & Goebel Funeral Home. Visitation will be for one hour prior to the services at the funeral home. Burial with military honors conducted by the Interveterans Burial Detail of Sangamon County will be in Camp Butler National Cemetery at 2:00 PM Monday, April 2, 2018.
Arrangements by Moran & Goebel Funeral Home, 2801 N. Monroe Street, Decatur, IL 62526. Share memories and send condolences to the family at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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