Emmett M. Mathis, age 83, of Jasper, FL. passed away on October 30, 2020 at his home.

Emmett was born on February 13, 1937 to the late Floyd and Nellie Bennett Mathis. Emmett graduated from Jasper High School in 1955 and soon after, joined the United States Air Force where he proudly served his country. Retired Master Sgt. Mathis made a career in the Air Force for 23 years. Upon retirement he returned to his childhood hometown and went to work at the Valdosta Daily Times in the circulation department. Emmett had many hobbies, a few of which included antique tractors, vacationing in the mountains, bluegrass festivals and camping. He was member of the Cushman Motor Scooter Club, the Southeastern Car Club and the local VFW 8095.

Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Evelyn Carey Mathis; his children, Denise Wetherington (Samuel) of Jasper, FL., Diane Gist of Lake Park, GA., Carl Horst (Mary) of Valdosta, GA. and Susan Armstrong (Scott) of St. Louis; six grandchildren, Scott Montague, Lindsey James, Stephanie Davis, Meagan Vaughan, Christopher Armstrong and Rachel Oliver-Childress; and 12 great grandchildren.

Funeral services were held Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at Divonia Baptist Church in Jasper, FL. Interment followed at Evergreen Cemetery with full military honors

Memorial contributions may be made to the VFW Post 8095 or to Divonia Baptist Church, P.O. Box 142, Jasper, FL. 32052