James Claude Matthews Jr.

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to James Claude Matthews Jr. of Waxhaw, North Carolina, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. James Claude left this world on March 6, 2026 at the age of 89, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though James Claude may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Claude Matthews Sr. and Lillian Jameson Matthews; and his wife Myra Cates Matthews. He is survived by: his daughters, Cindy Flanegan (Kirk) of Waxhaw and Lisa Ganes (Britt) of Stockbridge, Georgia; and his brother Jerry Matthews of Stockbridge, Georgia..

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 14th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM at the Horis Ward Funeral Home (376 Fairview Rd, Stockbridge, GA 30281). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 14th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Wycliffe Bible Translators at wycliffe.org.