Candler James Mathis, Sr, age 85, of Sedro-Woolley, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2016 at United General Hospital in Sedro-Woolley.
Candler was born January 7, 1931 to Johnnie and Gurtie Mathis in Jackson County, North Carolina. He served in the U. S. Army, and was a logger for more than 40 years, many of those years with H&O Logging. He was a member and deacon of the Hamilton First Baptist Church. He enjoyed gardening, fishing and camping. Candler was married to Dottie Wheatley on February 3, 1961, and then to Doris Nations on April 20, 1974.
Candler is survived by his children, Shawnie (Chris) Short, of Clear Lake, Washington, Kim (Bobby) Brooks, of Sylva, North Carolina, Lisa (Matt) Howry, of Sedro-Woolley, WA, and Candler (Stephanie) Mathis, Jr., of Concrete, WA; grandchildren, Kayla Brooks, of Sylva, Ashley Short, of Clear Lake, Trisha Brooks, of Sylva, Shelby Short, of Clear Lake, Melissa Howry, of Sedro-Woolley, Brooke Mathis of Concrete and Savannah Mathis, of Concrete; great-grandchild, Bentley Jones, of Sylva; sisters, Glaydell Cook, of Burlington, WA, and Evelyn (Charles) Prince, of Cullowhee, NC; brothers, Grady (Teresa) Mathis, of Winthrop, WA, L. C. Mathis, of Cullowhee, Everett (Virginia) Mathis, of Sylva, Larry (Linda) Mathis, of Sylva, David (Rita) Mathis, of Cullowhee, Dale (Diane) Mathis, of Cullowhee and Newman (Ann) Mathis, of Cullowhee; sisters-in-law, Sharon Mathis, of Cullowhee and Marlene Jones, of Sylva; numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wives, Dottie and Doris Mathis; daughter, Susan Mathis; parents, Johnnie and Gurtie Mathis; brothers, Eugene and Elmer Mathis; brother-in-law, Baxter Cook.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, March 12, 2016, at the Hamilton First Baptist Church, with Pastor Ron Edwards presiding, followed by the Graveside Committal at Lyman Cemetery, concluding with a reception back at the church. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Hamilton First Baptist Church, Building and Grounds Fund, PO Box 4, Hamilton, WA 98255. A time of visitation is available from 9:00 to 5:00, all week long at Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley.
My deepest sympathy to the Mathis family. Candler was a valued dedicated hard working dependable employee with my company H&O Logging Co. for over 20 years. Candler was also a personal friend. I’d like to share a few stories with you. Back in the 60’s we bought a Forest Service timber sale with over 10 million board feet at Fish Creek. I asked Candler what type of saws to buy. He suggested we buy 5 #1070 Homelite power saws with 50 ” bars. Candler and his cutting crew did an excellent job on that sale and on every other sale we bought.
In 1964 & again in 1965 Bob Hinton and I took our employees on a Moose hunting trip to Valley View Alberta Canada. 12 crew members went the first year and we got 12 moose, 11 went the second trip and we got 11 moose. Candler laid out all the hunting plans for us on both trips. Candler was a leader in his private life and his working life. He was a good one and I will miss him.
God Bless him. Fred Ossewarde
Thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. Did not know Mr. Mathis but he raised a wonderful and beautiful daughter that loves the Lord. I have the pleasure of working with Kim here in WNC
I remember the first time I spoke to Candler. I was in North Carolina and he was in Washington. He called me to talk about my moving to Hamilton to serve as Pastor of the Hamilton Baptist Church. I remember in the conversation Candler said he had his ticket to heaven. That ticket was and is Jesus Christ. The years spent at Hamilton were a learning time for me and I am eternally grateful for the friendship, brotherhood and fellowship of Candler Mathis. He loved his Lord, family, church and Pastor. He was a true friend and encourager. When Zoe told me he had died I thought of this passage from the book of Revelation. “And I heard a voice from heaven saying unto me, Write, Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.” Rev. 14:13
May God bless and keep your family as you learn to live without your dad and grandfather. Candler wss a man whose life was lived to the best of his ability to serve God, his family, his community and his church. He continued on after facing dificult losses hmself and held fast to his faith. May he rest in peace,
So sorry for your loss, Candler was such a wonderful man. Much love to all of you.
So blessed to have known this Godly faithful man! Candlers love for God, his family and his church is such an awesome legacy. We are saddened by his passing because we will miss him but we know that Candler is enjoying heaven and for all who believe in Jesus like Candler did – we will all be together again one day. May God comfort and bless all the family through this time of loss.
So sorry to hear of Candler’s passing. Didn’t get to see enough of him, and I’ll always love Candler. One of my favorite cousins. He will be missed. My prayers and sympathies to his loved ones.
Our deepest sympathy to all the family. May you find peace and comfort in your memories. Hugs to all our dear friends. A candle will be lit in Candlers honor. Love to all.
I was deeply saddened by Chandlers passing he was my friend of many years. We shared roots in North Carolina and a strong belief in salvation through Jesus Christ our lord. Candler was a quiet gentle man that in spite of what life handed him his faith never wavered. He loved God his family and his country and proved it every day of his life. He was a hard worker and always willing to give a hand to anyone that needed it. He will leave behind a legacy of love a fitting tribute for a man that asked little for himself but gave freely to others. R.I.P. by friend. Prayers to the family during this difficult time but he is in a much better place.
So sorry for your loss Shawnie, Lisa, Kim, Chandler, and Doris. Prayers and thoughts your way!
I remember Chandler as a strong, gentle, kind, and Godly man. At Church he would yell Amen…His Amen still rings in my ears. His presence on this earth is missed. Love & Prayers to his family.
I am sorry to hear of Candler’s passing, but we know that he is in a much better place. I pray that your family will sense God’s presence and His comfort during this time.
Bob Coggins
son of Helen Coggins, your former neighbor