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1950 Charles 2020

Charles Ray Matlock

August 18, 1950 — December 4, 2020

Charles Ray Matlock was born on August 18, 1950 in Hardin County, Tennessee, the son of the late Reeder Columbus and Floy Lee Jones Matlock.

Mr. Matlock worked for years as the BBQ Pitmaster at the Hickory Pit in Savannah, Tennessee and served as a Pastor in Lexington, Tennessee. Charles loved baseball, football, and fishing. He was also an avid trader and enjoyed working with antiques and glassware. He never met a stranger and loved telling everyone about Jesus Christ.

Charles Ray Matlock departed this life on Friday, December 4, 2020 in Savannah, Tennessee at the age of 70 years, 3 months, and 16 days.

He is survived by his son, Phillip Ray Matlock and his wife Theresa of Milledgeville, Tennessee; brother, Jerry Wayne Matlock of Lexington, Tennessee; and granddaughter, Emma Matlock.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Adam Shane Matlock; sisters, Oma Jean Ratliff, Lovey Deidrick, Lou Jane Essary, and Martha Rinks; and brothers, R. C. Matlock, Carl Joe Matlock, E. J. Matlock, and J. D. Matlock.
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Visitation

Wednesday, December 9, 2020

5:00 - 7:00 pm (Eastern time)

Shackelford Funeral Directors

450 Church Street, Savannah, TN 38372

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Visitation

Thursday, December 10, 2020

11:00am - 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

Shackelford Funeral Directors

450 Church Street, Savannah, TN 38372

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Service

Thursday, December 10, 2020

Starts at 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

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450 Church Street, Savannah, TN 38372

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