Martha Jean Pirtle Matthews Alexander, age 89, passed away on April 15, 2021 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. She was born on December 7, 1931 in Donelson, Tennessee to the late William B. and Ruth Bell Pirtle. Martha is also preceded in death by husband and father of her children, Vernon Edwards Matthews and second husband, Roy Alexander; daughter, Joy Matthews Haynes; grandchild, Kory Haynes; and great-grandchild, Alexandria “Allie” Briana Johnson. She is survived by daughters, Janice Matthews Neely and Joan Matthews Deavers; grandchildren, Jill M. Neely, Kara H. Jamison (Robert), Matthew T. Neely (Sara), Cavin Deavers (April), and Crystie Deavers; great-grandchildren, Carter Jamison, Kaylin Jamison, Kylie Jamison, Luke Jamison, Caiden Deavers, and Reese Deavers; siblings, William “Billy” Pirtle, Jr., Faye Schubert, and Delano “Del” Pirtle; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
Before retiring, Martha was employed by Vanderbilt Hospital and Williamson County School System. She enjoyed reading, traveling, sports, and attending church at Walter Hill Church of Christ. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family.
A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at eleven o’clock at Woodlawn Memorial Park 660 Thompson Lane Nashville, Tennessee.
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