Andrew Wesley Mathews
March 18, 1981 ~ February 11, 2023
Born in:
Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Drew was born March 18, 1981. He left us on February 11, 2023 with a peace that gives his family great comfort.
He is the father of Jackson Wesley and the late Logan Andrew. They were the joy of his life. He is survived by his parents, Larry and Freda Mathews; a sister, Shelly Morrison and her husband, Steve; a nephew, Kyle Morrison and a niece, Lauren Woolum and her husband, Nate. He is also survived by a brother, Larry, a maternal grandmother, and a big family of aunts, uncles and cousins that loved him very much.
Drew graduated from Enka High School and worked for Ferguson Plumbing Supply as their counter manager for several years.
The funeral service will be held at Groce Funeral Home, Patton Avenue, on Saturday, February 18th at 11:00 a.m. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Officiating the funeral will be Bishop Steve Morrison. Pallbearers are Jackson Mathews, Larry Mathews, Kyle Morrison, Darren Wolfe, Keith Whiteside and Chad Watkins. Honorary pallbearer is Gary Moore.
Drew will be laid to rest at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Candler.
Services
Visitation: February 18, 2023 10:00 am
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Funeral Service: February 18, 2023 11:00 am
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Burial: February 18, 2023 12:00 pm
Forest Lawn Memorial Park
1498 Sand Hill Road
Candler, NC 28715
(828)667-8715
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I can not imagine the pain your family is in I love youall and will pray for peace and comfort
Matthew 5:4-Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Praying for each and every one of you. I pray that the Lords sweet peace falls like rain. -Howard, Bunny, Kelly, Angel (Sabnani), Brandon, Tara Sams
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all especially during this time & the days to come. We love you all & May God be with you all & supply all your needs. Love & Prayers, Tony & Glenda Conner
Know we are all thinking of you. Our hearts are lifting you up in prayer for peace.
So sorry to hear of your son’s passing my prayers are with you and Freda .
My love and condolences to Larry and Freida and family.
Drew was the first friend I met in school way back in kindergarten and we stayed friends all the way till graduation.
We were together from graduation morning until we had to go to the civic center.
It was surreal it didn’t seem that long ago then and it doesn’t now looking back on that first day of school.
I was one of those kids let’s say wasn’t having the easiest first day and I can still see and hear in my mind this little guy with huge character coming up and telling me it’s going to be alright. That was the beginning of a long friendship.
That also says a lot about Drew Matthews.
He was the guy who tell you it’s going to be ok anyone who seemed to need it.
Drew was a good guy. The kind of guy who stood up for what was right or the kid who couldn’t stand up for himself. The guy always willing to lend a hand or a shoulder.
Drew Matthews was my friend.
My first friend. The guy who told me it would be alright on a morning I really needed to hear it.
Drew was my friend and although it’s been far too long since we have seen each other I know I will miss you forever brother.
May you find peace 🕊️
I love you buddy. Thank you for everything. Mostly for being my friend and yourself.