Fred Matney Obituary
The world bids farewell to Fred Matney of Harmony, North Carolina, born in Panther, West Virginia, departing on October 28, 2025 at the age of 80. Fred leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Fred Matney to show support.
As we bid Fred farewell, let us not mourn the absence of his physical form, but rather celebrate the essence of his spirit that lingers in the spaces between moments. For Fred is not truly gone, but merely transformed, his energy intertwined with the fabric of the universe itself, forever dancing among the stars.
He was predeceased by: his parent Kennis Matney; and his grandfather Remaining. He is survived by: his wife Edith; and his children, Darrin (Michelle), Kristie (Donnell), Angie, Cindy (Allen) and Michael. He is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, precious family members and lifelong friends.
A graveside service was held on Tuesday, November 4th 2025 from 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM at the Salisbury National Cemetery (501 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury, NC 28144). A memorial service was held on Tuesday, November 4th 2025 at 5:00 PM at the Word of Truth (1088 E Memorial Hwy, Harmony, NC 28634).
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Gordon Hospice House in Statesville, NC.
