Denney Matthews Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Denney Matthews of Milan, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 88, on January 18, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Denney Matthews to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Denver Matthews and Katherine Kallenburger Matthews; his wife Lucille Edwards; his son Daniel Matthews; and his siblings, Donna Tharp, Lucy Pestle, George Matthews, James Matthews and Larry Matthews.

He is survived by: his children, Vickie Frakes and Keith Matthews; his stepdaughter Judy Cheek; and his brothers, Pete Matthews, Artie Matthews and Donnie Matthews. He is also survived by many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be left to his family.