of Conway, AR
August 9, 1973 - September 10, 2023
Christopher "Chris" Mathis, 50, of Conway gained his heavenly reward on September 10, 2023. He was born August 9, 1973 in Conway, Arkansas to Tom and Brenda Mathis. Chris was a selfless man, always doing things for others and willing to give the shirt off his back. He loved being outdoors from dusk till dawn; he constantly stayed tinkering around outside. More than anything Chris loved to spend time with his family and being a doting 'Papaw". He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Sodie and Erma Hazel and Marvin and Odean Mathis.
Chris is survived by his loving wife, Candice Mathis; parents, Tom and Brenda Mathis; children, Emily Mathis, Matt (Caitlyn) Mathis, Hailey (Christopher) Schmidt, Justus (Ksenia) Marcus, Ashlyn Marcus and Bryce Marcus; grandchildren, Adeline and Christopher "Lex" Schmidt; brother, Dusty (Jessica) Mathis; seven nieces and nephews and many more friends and family.
Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00PM on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Graveside Service will be at 2:00PM Thursday, September 14, 2023 at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
Our sincerest condolences to the family at this time. You have our deepest sympathy. Wishing you peace, comfort, and love at this time of sorrow.
To Brenda, Tom and family: We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your son. Words cannot describe the pain your hearts must be feeling. Our thoughts and deepest prayers are with you and your entire family during this time.
To Tom, Brenda and Family my heart is breaking for yall. Brenda loved her sons so much and we all will need to help with the void that's in their hearts...Love you Brenda
This was such a shock to everyone I’m sure I’m so so sorry for the family’s loss. He’ll definitely be missed he was a dandy.
I was shocked to hear of the news about Chris! If you don’t see a person for a long time you lose tract and think they must be doing fine! I am so so sorry to hear of this loss, Chris was a good guy who I respected even as student, and a friend! My prayers are for his family and friends may the Lord spread his grace upon you all!
There is nothing that can be said other than he is under God’s shelter. We hold all of you in our arms of love.
Candice, Tom, Brenda, Emily, Matt, and Dusty,
Our hearts are broken with yours.
Chris was such a kind, giving soul. He is missed by so many already. Grief is the price of loving then losing someone. Chris was loved. We love you all too.
Family strong.
So so sorry about Chris. We have had so many conversations about so many things. May GOD bless!
Tom and Brenda, I am so very sorry. My heart hurts for y'all. Asking God to surround you with His loving arms . Prayers for peace in you hearts and minds.,â¤ï¸
Sending hugs and prayers to all the family
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Tom and Brenda we are so sorry for your loss. You all are in our Thoughts and Prayers. God Bless You. Ricky & Sandra White
Alan and I are so deeply sorry for your loss and are praying for you and your family. Love and hugs to you, friend. ðŸ¤
In hearing of the journey home for Chris, brings both tears of great sorrow and tears of love for Chris. as he is now in the arms of Jesus. Tears of sorrow for those of the family left with a broken heart and a great void in your life. Praying you find comfort and peace in those same arms of Jesus, as He holds you close during this storm in your life. My heart goes out to you all and I pray you find peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Thinking about you all during this sad time. Praying for your continued strength and endurance as you deal with this tremendous loss. We loved Chris and we love you all. Sammy
We are so sorry to receive the news about your dear Chris. There just aren’t any words, except to say our hearts are breaking for you. May God hold you close in His loving care.
I am so sorry for the pain and loss the family is going through. There is no words that can remove the pain. But love and time heals wounds. We love you and want you to know Chris is loved by so many. He is a good man and will be missed by us all.
We are here for you and are lifting you up in prayer.
In Brotherly Love,
Rick Barnett
It’s hard to know what to say at a time like this. Our hearts are just broken for the whole Mathis family and for all the people who have known and loved Chris. He was a good man and he will be missed and remembered for a long time.
The memories and good times I have growing up with this guy. Whether it was crawdad hunting, muddin in the creek, shooting at possums and being chased up a tree fort, boy oh boy we sure had it good. Cousins are your first “best†friend in life …and Chris was the Best! Sending the Mathis family my deepest condolences, his spirit will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Tom, Brenda and family, our prayers will remain with the Mathis family for God’s comfort to carry you through each minute of each day as you suffer the loss of Chris. Chris was such a fine young man and I am thankful to have had the opportunity to know him. Love to your family -
We are so sorry for the loss of Chris ! Condolences to the family, Chris will be missed !
I cannot even begin to tell you how sorry I am. There are no words. Prayers for your family ahead.
Tom and Brenda and family so sorry for your loss. You’re in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless and help you through this most difficult time.
So sorry for your loss Candice sending prayers for you and your family!!ðŸ™ðŸ»â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ»
Tom and Brenda, Emily and Matt,
We are shocked and saddened to hear about Chris. He loved you all very much. We are sorry for your loss.
Dennis, Nina, and Chris Roofe
Brenda I am so very sorry for the passing of your son Chris. I pray God will comfort you in the coming days. Sending prayers for you, Tom and the family.
He was the best papaw in the world. He gave us any and everything to fill our hearts and souls. We will never forget the precious time the Lord blessed us with. We love you forever.
We are so, so sorry to hear this devastating news. Prayer that you all feel the Lord’s arms wrapped around you, comforting you.
Prayers for the family. Rest in peace Chris
We never know the value of a moment, until it becomes a memory. The story of “Life†is quicker than the blink of an eye. It goes from “Helloâ€, to “Goodbyeâ€, and then to “Until We Meet Againâ€. Chris was a great person, and he was loved by many. He will be missed dearly. It breaks my heart that I never got the chance, to tell him how great of a friend he was to me. My heart goes out to his family. They will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.
Holding all of you close in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. Love you all.
Brenda,
So sorry for your loss !
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers .
Candice please know that we are sending y'all many prayers and so much love. Feel free to reach out if y'all need anything.
Uncle Tom, Aunt Brenda, Dusty and all those that loved Chris, our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you during an unspeakably hard time. He left this place way too soon. I hope you find strength and comfort in the life he lead and in each other.
Love always,
Blake and Angie
Tom and Brenda
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. May you keep all your memories close to your heart for all the days to come.
A life gone too soon.
All my love and Prayers
Karen Olson
We are at loss of words and my heart aches. Aunt Brenda, Uncle Tom, Candice, Dusty and Jessica and family we are thinking of you and praying for you and that god helps guide you to some kind of peace. We love you all so much.
Candice,
I am so, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers
Oh Brenda, my heart breaks for you, Tom and your family. Just had to let you know my deepest sympathy is sent to you all. God bless you
Wilma Robinson
So sorry for the family’s loss .
Tom & Brenda,
I am so sorry to see this. Chris was such a kind soul and I always looked up to him growing up. I have so many good memories with him and the whole Hazelwood gang. Prayers for comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Brenda, Tom and Dusty
No words can make your pain and grief any less! Just know we are thinking of you with love and praying God’s blessings on you!
I can't even begin to describe how shocked I was to hear about Chris yesterday morning and I'm still in shock. I am so very sorry for your loss, Chris will greatly be missed. There are no words that can take any of the pain away. I will miss my birthday buddy. Love you guys and you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Brenda and family, I am so sorry for your loss. As a mom who has walked this journey, I will be praying for you and that God will wrap you in His arms and give you peace and comfort.
Tom and Brenda and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I can’t even imagine what you are all going through. Praying for God to wrap his loving arms around you all and comfort you during this horrific time.
Uncle Tom and Aunt Brenda, words can not express the pain you are feeling today... I am here if you guys needs anything... You guys are in my thoughts and prayers!!! Love you bunches!!! Kelly Dawn
I worked for Chris during high-school and college. He was a great boss and friend. He will be missed.
We are so very sorry for your loss! Prayers said and sent for comfort during this difficult time ! Just know we love you!
Henry Covington , Albert and Kim Edwards, Jimmy amd Pam Covington and our families
Tom, Brenda and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. May the Lord comfort as only He can during times like these. Mark and Gayle Mullenax
We are so sorry for the great loss of Chris . Candice we never met him but wish his surviving love one’s relief from the pains of death.
Sincerely with love,
Todd & Dajuana
I’m so sorry for your loss
Brenda & Tom, I was so sorry to read about the death of your son Chris. Please know that my love and warmest wishes are with you and your family at this time of deep grief.
We are so incredibly sorry for your loss. May God bless you and keep you all.
Brenda and the Mathis family, I am so sorry for your loss.
Brenda and Tom, We do not have the words to express how sorry we are. I cannot image the grief and unbelief that you both and the family are experiencing at this time. “Deepest Sympathy†sent to all of you.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Praying for your family love you all