Iva Ruth Mathews Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Iva Ruth Mathews of Gainesville, Texas, whose life came to an end on August 23, 2025 at the age of 78, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Iva Ruth Mathews or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, William Ford and Irene Ford (Chambers); her siblings, Katherine Gordon, Joyce Benson, Doris June Jones, Temperence Perguson and Frank Ford; and her niece Sheila Russell.
She is survived by: her husband David Neal Mathews; her sons, James Cox (Cheryl) of Fort Worth and John Cox (Rebecca) of Lantana; her grandchildren, Jade Shokler (Sidney), Josiah Cox and Greyson Cox; her great grandchild Luka Shokler; and her brother-in-law Tommy Gordon.
