Grace was born February 13, 1934 in Eldorado Illinois to the parents of Norval and Ethel Bean. Grace met and married, Jackson Skeen Mathias Sr August 30, 1952. They were married for 32 devoted years until Jack passed away in December 1984. Grace was a devoted wife, homemaker and a loving mother. As a mother, she sacrificially cared for and unconditionally loved her three sons Jeff, Skeen and Scott
She is survived by her three sons; Jeff Mathias of Houston Texas, Skeen Mathias of Tomball Texas and Scott Mathias and wife Dana of Longview Texas
She is also survived by her six grandchildren Lindsay Mathias, Josh Mathias – wife Amy, Luke Mathias, Nathan Mathias – wife Stephanie, Samantha Mathias and Jordan Mathias
She had one precious great granddaughter, Emma Mathias, as well as numerous nieces and nephews
Grace lived as a testament to her name, showing God’s grace of unmerited favor not only to her family and friends but to all who knew her. She trusted the Lord Jesus Christ as a little girl. Grew and lived her faith as testimony to God’s gift of salvation therefore leaving a legacy of faith to her generations.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 32 years, Jack Mathias; a grandson John-Mark Mathias along with her five sisters and two brothers of whom she was the last of the siblings
All the Praise and Glory is given to the God of Salvation for His redemption through His Son, Jesus Christ. Grace was escorted by God’s Holy Angels to the fulfillment of His Eternal Promise where she is now forever in God’s Eternal Presence and Heavenly care.
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