Mary Matthews

COOKEVILLE CHAPEL - Mary Matthews of Baxter, TN passed away on October 17, 2024 at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. Born Mary Birrer on October 18, 1943 in Nashville, TN, Mary lived a life marked by hard work and a strong belief in the American Dream. She married her high school sweetheart, John H. Matthews, Jr., on June 23, 1961. Together, they pursued and obtained multiple college degrees and established John Matthews & Assoc., an engineering firm where Mary served as the business manager for fifty years. In addition, they raised their daughter Lynn, had many years of boating adventures on lakes and off the southeast coast of the U.S., and privately supported causes near to their hearts.

A private family memorial will be held on October 19, 2024. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to:

1. The Whitson-Hester School of Nursing at Tennessee Tech, PO Box 1915, Cookeville, TN 38505; 

2. The CRMC Foundation, 1 Medical Center Blvd, Cookeville, TN 38501; 

3. Genesis House by contacting denise@genesishouseinc.com; or 

4. The Cookeville-Putnam County Animal Shelter, 2650 Gainesboro Grade, Cookeville, TN 38501.

Hooper Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. (931)526-6111 Share condolences and memories at www.hhhfunerals.com