Larry Matthews

Larry H. Matthews, 72, passed away peacefully on Easter Sunday morning, April 21, 2019. He was a 1965 graduate of Hixson High School and known by many that knew him and loved him by the nickname “Thews”. He joined the Army July 2, 1966, and proudly served his country until June 11, 1969, as an Operating Room Tech. After leaving the military he went to work and retired from Tennessee American Water Co after 31 years of service. He was a member and deacon at the New Heights Baptist Church in Ringgold, Ga. He seemed the happiest when he was visiting the hospitals and volunteering at Life Care Center in Hixson, Tenn., because of his servants heart. His favorite pastimes were loving on his 3 fur babies, sitting chatting, and visiting with so many wonderful friends, family and church members. Larry was preceded in death by his mother, Cleo Layne Matthews and his beloved nephew, Matthew Wilson. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Teresa and many friends, cousins, adopted and extended family. Visitation will be at Chattanooga Funeral Home North Chapel, Hixson, TN from 4 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23, to reminisce, grieve, and support each other. The funeral service will be in the Chattanooga Funeral Home Chapel on Wednesday, April 24, at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Dan Hamby officiating, followed by the interment service at Chattanooga National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make monetary donations to New Heights Baptist Church, 153 Ooltewah-Ringgold Rd, Ringgold, GA or to the Quilts of Valor Foundation, P.O. Box 191, Winterset, IA 50273 and Designate: QOV Bells, to help them in their endeavor to honor our Veterans. Arrangements are under the care of the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson. Please share your thoughts and memories at www.chattanooganorthchapel.com