Obituary of Bill Matthews

Bill Matthews, 38, of Salem passed away following an extended illness on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at Jefferson University Hospital in Washington Twp. Bill was born in Bridgeton to the Pearl C. Mathews and Linda A. Mosley Mathews. He had been raised in the Seabrook area and had lived in Bridgeton for most of his life. He had also lived in Millville and Vineland briefly. When Bill wasn't suffering from illness he had been employed at the former Gerresheimer Glass Co. and he had also done construction work around the Bridgeton area. Bill was an art lover and his family described him as being able to draw anything. He was a naturally talented artist who could work in many different mediums. In his free time, Bill enjoyed fishing and riding motorcycles. He also enjoyed listening to many different genres of music. Most of all he loved to spend time with his family and friends. He is survived by; his father and mother, Pearl C. and Linda A. Mathews of Pleasentville; two sisters, Anna M. Taylor (Kentrell) of Vineland and Lanika R. Mathews of Salem; his twin brother, Phil Mathews of Fairfield Twp.; his daughter, Shaliyah Amina Mathews and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members. He was preceded in death by; his grandparents, Carrie and James Mathews, Otis Mosley and Anna James. Graveside funeral services will be held at Cedar Hill Memorial Park, 457 Greenwich Rd., Bridgeton on Wednesday, December 23rd at 11:30 AM. Friends will be received at the PADGETT FUNERAL HOME, 1107 State Highway 77, Upper Deerfield Twp. from 9 AM to 11 AM prior to the interment. Due to current regulations associated with the Covid-19 healthcare situation, we are limited to 50 people within the funeral home at a time and the understanding and cooperation of the public is greatly appreciated. Written condolences can be sent to the family through the funeral home website at www.padgettfuneralhomes.com.