Lydia Ruth Mathews Obituary
The family announces the passing of Lydia Ruth Mathews (Thomasville, Georgia) on October 22, 2026. Lydia, born on July 9, 1953 in Valdosta, Georgia, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Lydia Ruth Mathews or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her husband Jeffrey Mathews; and her siblings, Nellie Lewis, Rufus Baker, Jr. and Joseph Baker. She is survived by: her children, Toby Slusher (Nancy) of York, SC, Melissa Earnest (Kenny) of Monticello, FL and Brent Mathews (Brittany) of Thomasville, GA.; her grandchildren, Cody Slusher, Colson Slusher, Aubrey Mathews, Waylon Mathews, Ella James Earnest and Katie Mae Earnest; her brother Robert "Bobby" Baker of Boston; and her nieces and nephews, Shawn Baker, Joseph Baker, John Paul Baker, Stephaney Baker Livingston, Jessica Lewis and Christopher Prophater.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 24th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Allen and Allen Funeral Home (110 W Hansell St, Thomasville, GA 31792). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, October 25th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Rosewood Cemetery.
