Jerrell Frank Mathis
August 19, 1939 - August 16, 2025
Jerrell Frank Mathis, 85, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025, just three days before his 86th birthday. Born in Columbus, Georgia, on August 19, 1939, Frank lived a full and meaningful life surrounded by the love of his family.
Frank was the beloved husband of Jennette Mathis, with whom he shared a lifetime of love and devotion. Together, they built a beautiful family and created countless cherished memories.
He was a loving father to Chuck Mathis, Jennifer Schultz (Dave), Helen Hashbarger, and Ann Rossi (Steve). Frank was a devoted grandfather to Thomas (Dayanara), Nathan (Amanda), Faith (Jeff), Tyler Rossi, and Emily and Ava. His legacy continues through his 8 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren, who brought him immense joy and pride.
Frank was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Emily Mathis, his brother Allen Mathis, and his parents Francis and Robert Mathis.
Throughout his life, Frank exemplified love, strength, and dedication to his family. He will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor, his passion for fishing, his unwavering loyalty to the Washington Redskins, and his impressive skill at playing pool. Frank's memory will be treasured by all who knew him, and his spirit will live on in the hearts of those he leaves behind.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, August 19, 2025, in the Valdosta Chapel of Music Funeral Services with burial to follow. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Kind words and expressions of sympathy can be left for the family at
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. The Mathis family is being served by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Valdosta.