Jerry Lew Matthews

Jerry Lew Matthews, 86, of Tyler, Texas, went to be with the Lord March 24, 2022. He was born February 1, 1936 in Dallas, Texas. He is survived by his loving wife of almost 63 years Gloria Matthews, daughter Leah Davis, daughter and son-in-law Lezlie and Todd White, his three grandchildren Tara Balkey, Brandon Davis and Cameron Davis and their spouses Michael, Amberlee and Ashley. He was blessed with five great grandchildren Madicyn, Wesson, Wyatt, Walker and Brinkley. He was preceded in death by his parents Louis Dow Matthews and Glen Mitchiner Matthews.

Jerry served in the United States Army where he was stationed in Germany in 1955. In 1980 he was transferred from Dallas to Tyler as insurance adjuster for Allstate Insurance. Later, he was employed by Barrett Motor Company as body shop manager until his retirement in 1997.

He was compassionate and became very involved with the Shriners where he performed as a clown for the Children’s Hospital. Playing golf was his favorite past time and he played every chance he could. He had an infectious sense of humor and could brighten any room. He was a devout Christian, and as much as he will be missed here on earth, knowing we will be reunited one day gives us great comfort.

There will be a memorial honoring Jerry held at Lloyd James funeral home located at 1011 E. First St., April 7, 2022. Visitation will be at 1:00 PM and the ceremony to follow at 2:00 PM. There will be a short graveside service at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery April 13, 2022 at 2:00 PM, and a celebration of life to follow at the Crescent Club in Dallas. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Jerry’s name to the Scottish Rite Hospital of Dallas. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lloydjamesfuneralhome.com for the Matthews family.