Gary Mathis

Seneca – Lloyd Gary Mathis, 70, husband of Katherine Renay Cherry Mathis, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023 at his residence.

 

Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Gary was the son of the late Lloyd Franklin Mathis and Savonne Aliene Pullium Mathis.  Gary was a retired scheduler/surveyor at Duke Power.  Gary enjoyed hunting, Clemson and Miami football, NASCAR, woodworking, and was known as a “Jack of all Trades”.

 

Gary is survived by his wife of 53 years; daughters, Michelle M. Jordan, Stephanie M. Smith, Crystal M. Horton (Jeffery); brother, Joey Mathis; half-brothers, Donnie Mathis, Steve Mathis; sisters, Genevia M. Haney, Teresa M. Vaughan; grandsons, Coleman Jordan, Ethan Smith, Evan Jordan, Gavin Smith, Mason Horton; and great-granddaughters, Jakalynn Jordan and Payton Smith.

 

In addition to his parents, Gary is preceded in death by his sister, Gereline M. Rice.

 

Per Gary’s wishes, no formal service will be held.  

 

The family is at the residence. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Gary’ memory may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children, 950 W. Farris Road, Greenville, SC 29605. Condolences may be expressed online by visiting www.sandiferfuneralhome.com.