John Albert Matthews' Obituary
John Albert Matthews, age 90, a long time resident of Madison Heights, Michigan went into the Loving Arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on March 13, 2021 in Grand Blanc, Michigan. He was born on June 11, 1930 in Detroit, Michigan to John and Myrtle Matthews.
Beloved Husband of the late Audrey Ruth Matthews. Dear Father of Christopher (Joan) Matthews, Daniel (Peggy) Matthews, Mark (Donna) Matthews, Nancy (Kirk) Royster and Theresa (Wayne) Silva. He is pre-deceased by sons, John Matthews and Joseph Matthews. Grandfather of 14 and Great-Grandfather of 22. Predeceased by siblings, Sr. Delena Matthews, Veronica Adas, Frances Sopologia and Arlene Baldiga. Dear Brother-in-law of Nancy Edwards, Lawrence Bendena and the late Barbara Plaskey. Also survived by his very close friend and neighbor, Bruce Bell.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 18th from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm (Rosary at 7:00 pm) at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Road, (1 block North of 13 Mile Road, West side of John R. Road), Madison Heights, Michigan. The Funeral will be held on Friday, March 19th beginning at 10:00 am Instate followed by the 11:00 am Funeral Mass at Guardian Angels Church, Clawson, Michigan.
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