Perry Mathis Obituary
The passing of Perry Mathis of Oxford, Mississippi occurred on October 1, 2026. Perry, born on October 17, 1957, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Perry Mathis to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Early William and Francis Mathis; and his siblings, William Mathis, James Mathis and Anna Louise Mathis.
He is survived by: his wife Willie Lois Mathis; his son Ray Anthony Hilliard of Navarre, Florida; his granddaughters, Tanautica Hilliard of Oxford, Mississippi and Xa'Kydra Hilliard of Oxford, Mississippi; his siblings, Milton Mathis of Oxford, David Hilliard of Oxford, David Mathis of Coffeeville, Mississippi, Jeanette Pegues (Kenneth) of Oxford, Lydia Pegues (Lee) of Oxford, Vivian Goliday of Oxford, Marie Mathis of Oxford, Bettie Mathis Turnage of Oxford, Maggie Stokes of Sarasota and Margaret Washington of Orlando, Florida; his siblings-in-law, Debertha Mayes of Oxford, Shirley Jackson (Michael) of Millington, Tennessee and Jerry Mayes of Oxford, Mississippi; and his nieces, Kamryn Elizabeth Young and Pamela Smith. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and lifelong friends.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 10th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the East St. Peter M. B. Church (274 Co Rd 215, Abbeville, MS 38655). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 10th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Saturday, October 10th 2026 at the same location.
