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Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory

Sylvia Ann Stevens Matthews

November 19th, 1938 - March 8th, 2025

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Sylvia was an eloquent soul and her life was lived by kindness, loyalty, and honesty. Sadly her life on this Earth concluded at home surrounded by her loving family on March 8, 2025 at the age of 86. After a private service she will be laid to rest at Parkway Memorial Mausoleum.

She was born on November 19,1938 in Conway, S.C. later moving to Florence S.C. at an early age. There she met and married the love of her life, Don Matthews, on June 23, 1956. She was a true, loving, loyal and dedicated wife of 68 years.Sylvia was an avid supporter of Don's 20 year military career and later co-owner of their Real Estate Brokerage firm. During her life time on this Earth, she touched innumerable Individuals with her big giving heart and love for others.

Sylvia is survived by her husband, Don; daughters: Jowana Butler (Delvin), Jacque Wilbanks (Sherman); Grand-Daughter, Heather Sweatt (Scott); Sisters: Mary Andrews of Camden S.C. and Judy Knight of Cheraw, S.C; plus two Great Grand Daughters, Ava and Zoe.Services will be Private.

 

Please sign the online guest register at www.heritagememorialfuneralhome.com and leave a personal condolence. Heritage Memorial Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements of such a fine and wonderful lady.

 

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Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory

Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory

Heritage Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory, established in the heart of Warner Robins, Georgia in 1994, carries forward a legacy of compassion and dedication instilled by its founder, Rabun O. Smith. With a storied career spanning 47 years in the funeral industry, Smith's vision was to create a funeral home that would serve as a pillar of professionalism and warmth within the community. Today, Heritage Memorial stands as a testament to that vision, providing a recently modernized facility with a peaceful chapel, serene outdoor spaces, and a welcoming reception area....

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