Rev. William Fredrick Mathys

October 16, 1932 - April 2, 2022

Rev. William Fredrick Mathys, 89, of Anderson, passed away April 2, 2022, at Community Hospital, Anderson. Born October 16, 1932, in Muncie, IN, the Son of Wilbur and Agnes (Keesaer) Mathys. Bill graduated from Muncie Central High School in 1950, Ball State University in 1954, and Garrett Biblical Seminary in 1957. He retired from the ministry, but continued his life’s calling until his passing. Bill was an active member of the Lions Club, Historical Society, and many other organizations. He officiated hundreds of weddings, funerals, and counseled all walks of life developing deep and lasting friendships. Bill is survived by his loving wife whom he married June 14, 1955, Joyce (Ashman) Mathys; children, Beth (Rick) Griner, Bradley Mathys, and Mark (Linda) Mathys; grandchildren, John, William, Natalie, Kendra, Kecia (Justin) and Sofia; and great-granddaughter, Sophie. He is preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Bob Mathys, Mary Daniel, Ann Fuller, Marcella Mathys, and Madeline Clark. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 1215 Jackson Street, Anderson, IN, with the Celebration of Life ceremony beginning at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Corinne Boruff officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Bill’s memory, may be made to the First United Methodist Church. www.loosecares