After a life of love and quiet grace, Linton Lewis Mathews, 89, of Cartersville, GA has passed.
What follows is not the whole story, but a thread of it.
Linton entered this world in 1937 — the start of a journey that would span 89 years.
Linton saw decades come and go, and held the lessons of each.
Mr. Linton Lewis Mathews, age 89, of Cartersville, Georgia, peacefully passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family.Mr. Mathews was born in Birmingham, Alabama, on March 18, 1937, a son to the late William Frank Mathews and the late Lula Mae Blue Mathews. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by one daughter, Sharon Sykes; three brothers, Homer, Bay, and David; one sister, Maxine. Mr. Mathews was a man who all those around him could take notes from. His demeanor and disposition to life were always something to be admired. Some might say it started when Linton proudly signed to serve his country in the United States Army. Others would say it was just him being Linton. There was no debate to him being kind, trustworthy, honest, hardworking, and reliable though. These attributes had him taking a job driving a truck with J.B. Hunt and his travels would many times find him in positions to help those who were in need. His love knew no boundaries, he would give to anyone in need - but he especially tried to help those battling substance, alcohol, and medical issues. No one saw his loving nature more than his beautiful wife, Mamie, who he was married to for 68 years. When Linton wasn't working, he spent his spare time working on cars. Muscle cars ( like his Dodge Demon) and motorcycles were something he truly enjoyed. If Linton was inside, you could find him sitting watching the news, CSPAN was his favorite channel! It is all these things and more that will be so dearly missed by Linton's family. His family was by far his greatest achievement and what he loved the most. Survivors include his devoted wife, Mamie Mathews; two sons, Linton Mathews Jr. and Tyrell Mathews; two daughters, Linda Franklin and Mitzi Allen; six grandchildren, Ricky (donna) Sykes, Jaasiel Allen, Brittany (Dustin) Mathews, Tamia Mathews, Tyrell Mathews Jr., John Franklin; three great grandchildren, Keahri Sykes, Jayden Sykes, Johnell Easter; one brother, Charlie; four sisters, Eula, Gussie, Annette, Buddie; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends also survive.Interment service will be held at the Georgia National Cemetery, 1080 Scott Hudgens Drive, Canton, Georgia, 30114, on May 20, 2026, at 11AM.You may leave the family online condolences at www.reynoldsfhrome.comReynolds Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the services for Mr. Linton Lewis Mathews.
