Shamarlon N. Mathis was born September 14, 1982 in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He is the son of the late Debra L. Boozer, Timothy Washington of Charlotte, North Carolina and Godfather, Ronnie Mathis of Spartanburg, South Carolina.

Shamarlon lived in Florence, South Carolina as a young man where he attended Darlington High School. He encountered many people and touched countless lives in a meaningful way.

He began his career as a chef and worked his way to become General Manager at LongHorn Steakhouse of Spartanburg, South Carolina. He served as manager for five years. Shamarlon was a big Washington Redskins (Commanders) Fan.

Left to cherish fond and loving memories are one son, Khylige Mathis; five daughters, Khayla and Kamiya Mathis, Ariel Warren, Keondra Hall and Kianna Briggs; two brothers, Shannon and Shawn Mathis; one sister, Sharon Mathis (Shayksurdan) Amalik; a special uncle, Travis Washington; lifelong friend, Russell Bryant; a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC. Livestream will be available via Facebook on the TEEFERGUSON REPORT at https://evt.live/shamarlon-mathis