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Jonia B. Matthews

05/29/1953 - 04/19/2024

Obituary For Jonia B. Matthews

On Friday, April 19, 2024, Jonia Bernice Matthews, 70, of Chip Circle, Collinsville, VA transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at SOVAH Health-Martinsville. She was born May 29, 1953, in Henry County, VA to the late John Henry Smith and Emily Flood Smith.

In addition to her parents, Jonia was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Leon Matthews, her sister, Brenda Smith, and five brothers, James H. Smith, John Smith, Curtis Smith, Benjamin Smith, and Roy Smith.

Jonia was of the Primitive Baptist Faith. She was a graduate of George Washington Carver High School. Prior to becoming disabled, Jonia was employed by Hampton Inn.

Those left to cherish her memory include two daughters, Brenda M. Stovall of Martinsville, VA, and Kimberly A. Barbour of Collinsville, VA; one granddaughter, Consandra Matthews of Charlotte, NC; two great-grandchildren, Deauri Matthews, and Ava Teel both of Charlotte, NC; caregiver, Traketa Edmonds of Martinsville, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

A visitation service will be held on Monday, April 29, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 12 p.m. at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville, VA. Interment will follow at Flat Rock Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, 5975 Dyer Store Rd., Martinsville, VA. A public viewing will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Other times, the family will be receiving friends at 1151 E. Church St., Apt. 12A, Martinsville, VA.

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Brenda and Kim I'm so sorry for your loss.

Words can't describe the Love that I received from your Mom growing up! I pray that God comfort you all through this difficult time.

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and condolences are with you and your family.

Genessa Himphill

Sending my condolences during this time of loss. May God give you strength, comfort, and peace during this difficult time. Gladys King

Brenda Stovall sending you our heartfelt condolences and love during this difficult time of grief and we will continue to keep you and your family in prayer. We're so sorry for your loss

Brenda Stovall you're in our thoughts and heartfelt condolences during this time of grief and we will continue to keep you and your family uplifted in prayer.

Sending my condolences during this of bereavement. May God wrap His loving arms around you and give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. Gladys King

Brenda your mother was a wonderful woman. I remember our rides to school. I'm praying for you and know that I love you❤️

Brenda my heartfelt prayers and condolences go out to you and Kim at this sadden time.Love you much your sister Cynthia...

My sincere condolences are being extended to this great family. Brenda, I didn't know your mother but I grew up on Parklane with your father. Stay encouraged for others do care. God loves you and so do we. Norma and Katrina Gravely, Lillie and Andrew Wilson, Steve, Joe, Loretta and Susie

Brenda I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I know how hard it is to give up our parents. I lost both mine nine months apart. If you ever need anything I'm always here even if it's just someone to listen to you cry. Love ya girl! Prayers going up.

You was the last auntie we had on the Smith side! You will be missed 🫶🏽🫶🏽

Sorry for your loss, and praying for the family. Ms. Peaches s

Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Leth & Marian Hairston

Condolences and prayers to family

Condolences and prayers to the family

My condolences and prayers to the family

My prayers and Condolences to Brenda and the Family.Natale and Robert Wilson

Sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts

Praying for yall during this time and I'm sorry for your loss

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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