of North Little Rock, AR
October 12, 1925 - April 21, 2007
Una Mae Matthews ''Ma'', 81, of North Little Rock, born October 12, 1925, in Wooster, AR, died Saturday, April 21, 2007 with her family at her side.
She is today joining in a reunion with those who preceded her in death; her parents, Lester and Ava Stewart, her husband of 47 years, Derwood Matthews, her beloved young daughters, Brenda and Janey Matthews, her sister, Ester Ellen Book and brother, Jimmy Stewart.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory a daughter, Linda Speer and husband Charles of Little Rock; and three sons, Doyan Matthews of Marche, Royce Matthews and wife Bettianna of Morgan, Rickey Matthews and wife D.D. of Greenbrier.
The light of her world has been her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; Bradley Matthews and wife Carol and their daughter, Abby Grace, Travis Matthews and wife Kristy and their children, Hannah and Caleb, Michelle Barnum and husband Ronney and their children, Rickey, Whitney, Christina and Rusty, Emily Johnson and husband Anthony, Sarah Ford and husband Jeff, and Matthew, Brandon and Clint Speer; two brothers, Billy Stewart and wife Cheryl and Jerry Stewart and wife Martha, all of Conway; and many nephews, nieces, and faithful friends.
She retired from Oak Grove High School where she worked in food service for 32 years. She has been a faithful member of Graves Memorial Baptist Church for 50 years.
The family would like to say a special ''Thank You'' to the staff at Good Shepherd Nursing and Rehab Center, to Dr. Ahmed Abdelal, and the Odyssey Hospice Care staff members. The loving care provided for their mother was exceptional.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at Graves Memorial Baptist Church with Dr. James Thomason and Rev. Travis Matthews officiating. Interment will follow at Bethlehem Cemetery in Greenbrier.
Visitation will be Monday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Conway.
A visitation will also be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the church prior to service on Tuesday.
The family requests, in lieu of flowers, memorials to be made to Graves Memorial Baptist Church building fund, 4617 Oak Grove Road, N. Little Rock, AR, 72118.
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25 Condolence(s)
Brenda Tunstill
Sunday, April 29, 2007
I first met Ma through Doyan. She was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever met. Never wanting anything for her self. She loved her family, and loved cooking for them, and having them for lunch on Sundays. Ma always sent me home with cookies-sending some home for my daughter. I would usually eat them on the way home though! I went to see her twice while she was in the Nursing Home. I went with Doyan to see her in late January. She was all smiles, but she did not remember me. Ma will always have a special place in my heart. I know her family misses her. God is smiling now, because she is home with HIM. May God bless each Doyan, Linda, Royce, and Ricky, and all their families. I will keep you in my prayers. Brenda and Mykayla.
Sarah Ford
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
we love you
Joyce & Steve Johnson
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Rick, I just now (Tuesday night) found out about your mother. I am so sorry, and wanted you and D.D. to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love to both of you.
Todd, Kim, Evan and Cody
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Doyan, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family. I love where is says "she is today joining in a reunion". We have an awesome God to help get through our time of loss and a promise that we will be reunited one day in heaven. We love you!
Jo Hill
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Doyan, i am so sorry about your mom. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Jo Hill
Terri Matthews Dworsky
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Aunt Una will be missed. We all loved her very much. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Rick and Linda Shirley
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
"Ma" was such a special person to everyone she met. We're very thankful that we had the privilege of knowing and loving her. Our hearts, prayers and love are with you. Rick and Linda Shirley
Adell (Rickett) Eisenhower
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
So sorry for the loss of your mother. My name is Adell, daughter of Lee (Cotton) & Mary Rickett. We lived across the road back in the early 70's. My Aunt & Uncle Dalton McGinty are living there now. As a kid I would go over to your Mom & Dad's house (the old one) and visit with Mrs. Matthews. I really cared about her even as a 7 yr old kid. I liked her a lot as I did Ms. Jenkings who lived next door. I will pray for your family as you go through this tough period in your life.
Robert & Barbara Thompson
Tuesday, April 24, 2007
Your family is in our thoughts & prayers.
Ron Beckman
Monday, April 23, 2007
The video brought back such warm memories of Mrs. Matthews. Just wanted to let you know we were thinking of your family during this time. Ron and Cindy Beckman
Terry Holt Ruple
Monday, April 23, 2007
Ms. Matthew's was my very favorite "lunchroom lady"! She always had a smile on her face and kind words to share. She was a precious person. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this time of great sorrow. May the Lord give you all stregnth. Take comfort in knowing she is now looking upon the face of Jesus. Terry (Holt) Ruple
Doug & Phylis Hoffmann
Monday, April 23, 2007
Linda and Charles, We are so sorry that we did not learn of your Mother's passing until it was too late to attend the visitation time at the funeral home. We will be praying for you during this very sad time; may the Lord bless you and give you peace.
Lonnie & Sylvia Heath
Monday, April 23, 2007
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Virginia Matthews
Monday, April 23, 2007
Una was one of a kind, a very loving and giving person. Everyone loved her, and she will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Linda, Rick, Royce, and Doyne we love you. Aunt Virginia
Cheryl (Holt) Shock
Monday, April 23, 2007
I remember Mrs. Matthews fondly. She was a wonderful lady. I know that she will be missed by all that knew her. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Ralph and Odessa Arendall
Monday, April 23, 2007
our thoughts and prayers are with you
Jean & Larry Smothers
Monday, April 23, 2007
sorry for your loss of your precious mother will keep your family in our prayers
Billie, Scott and Colton Peterson
Monday, April 23, 2007
My heart is very heavy today. I have such wonderful memories gowing up with my Aunt Una and Uncle Derwood and all of my cousins. I will miss her so much! It was always a comfort to know that she was there. My heart goes out to all of you and I wish we could be there to help you through these times, but you all are in our thoughts and we hope to see you soon.
Barksdale Family
Monday, April 23, 2007
We are praying for your family and if we can do anything, please call. Jeff & Kim
Doris and Gordon Harrison
Monday, April 23, 2007
Linda, I'm so sorry to hear about your mother's death. After losing mine on March 6, I know you are hurting right now but you know she is up in Heaven having the time of her life. Gordon and I will remember you in prayer. Doris
Boyd, Latricia & Brandon Williams
Monday, April 23, 2007
Rick - So sorry to hear of the loss of your dear mother. I know she will be missed by all of you dearly. She was such a sweet person. If we can be of any help let us know. We will have all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Boyd, Latricia & Brandon
Denise Benight
Monday, April 23, 2007
You will be in my prayers during this difficult time.
JANE
Monday, April 23, 2007
SO SORRY FOR ALL FAMILY ESPECIALLY DOYEN AND ROYCE,SHE WAS LOVED AND WILL ALWAYS BE.A WONDERFUL LADY,MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
Joyce McCasland
Monday, April 23, 2007
I'll miss Ms. Una when I visit Good Shephard - will remember her bright eyes and smile. I gave her a bright red cap as she always had a comment about the one I wore...
Edith Sawrie Edgman
Sunday, April 22, 2007
I went to school at Wooster with Una and remember her well. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.