Monday, December 16, 2019 1:23 pm

NASHVILLE - Samuel David Matthews, 86, passed away December 14, 2019. He was born August 16, 1933 in Nash County to the late Luther and Alcie Matthews. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, John Matthews.

He is survived by his wife Ann Matthews of 51 years; daughters, Deborah Puckett (Anthony), and Barbara Morgan (Jeff); brother, Luther Matthews Jr. (Judy); sisters, Mary Coppedge, Susie Mae Sanders, and Joann Johnson; two grandchildren.

A visitation will be held at Cornerstone Funeral Home on Monday, December 16, 2019 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. The funeral service will be held at Mt. Zion Original Free Will Baptist Church on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at 3:00 PM. with Rev. Heyward Watford officiating. Burial will follow the service at Mt. Zion Original Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery.

Flowers will be accepted or donations to Mt. Zion Original Free Will Baptist Church.