Opal Matchen Obituary
We bid farewell to Opal Matchen (Opelika, Alabama), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 18, 2026 at the age of 98. Opal touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Albert Culberson and Nora Minter Culberson; her husband Elba H. Matchen; her siblings, Roberta Carver, Gaynelle Milam, Zora Ann Denty, Benny Culberson and Caroline Culberson; and her great grandchild Vivian Matchen.
She is survived by: her sons, David E. Matchen and Kenneth R. Matchen (Margie); her grandchildren, Paul Matchen (Jodie), David Matchen, Jr., Kenneth Matchen, Jr. (Amanda) and Dana M. Crocker (Clay); and her great grandchildren, Camden Crocker, Alex Crocker, Olivia Matchen, Parker Matchen, Jacob Matchen, Henry Matchen and Mia Matchen.
