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Deacon Deitrick Lebron Mathews

08/26/1976 - 10/11/2025

Obituary For Deacon Deitrick Lebron Mathews

Funeral service for Deitrick Mathews, 49, of Auburn, AL, will be at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 18, 2025, at True Deliverance Holiness Church, 936 N. Donahue Drive, Auburn, AL, 36830 with interment in Town Creek Cemetery, 1150 South Gay Street, Auburn, AL, 36832, Bishop Nolan Torbert, Pastor, Bishop W. Channing Jackson, Eulogist.

Mr. Mathews, who passed away Saturday, October 11, 2025 at the East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika, Alabama, was born August 26, 1976, in Montgomery County, Alabama.

Public viewing will be Friday, October 17, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. โ€“ 6:00 p.m.

Mr. Mathews will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to the service.

He leaves to cherish his memory: wife, Naiah โ€œToniโ€ Mathews of Auburn, AL; his children, Neiahjua Tucker of Birmingham, AL, Noyajua Tucker of Auburn, AL and Regan White of Los Angeles, CA; his mother, Sylvia Mathews and second mother, Dr. Benitha D. Mathews both of Montgomery, AL; two sisters, Tiffanee Mathews and Sharmin Thomas both of Montgomery, AL; one brother, Shederick (Vanessa) Mathews of Charlotte, NC; his grandmother, Anna B Glover of Enterprise, AL; mother-in-law, Ocie Hinds of Auburn, AL; brother-in-law, Elais Reynolds of Detroit, MI; three sisters-in-law, Natwinda (Kedren) Hinds-Felder of Montgomery, AL, Nacquata (Walter Bernard) Hinds-Lee and Niesha (Robert) Hinds-Copeland both of Auburn, AL; three nephews, Kendall Mathews of Montgomery, AL, Tejek (Kendra) Hinds of Auburn, AL and Mars Vaughn Mathews of Charlotte, NC; five nieces, Nascri Hinds, Nacia Lee, Nabiya Copeland all of Auburn, AL, Londyn Mathews and Aaliyah Thomas both of Montgomery, AL. He is also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will forever remember Deitrickโ€™s joyful spirit, generous heart, and inspiring presence.

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I am so sorry for the loss of the Mathews family. D was an amazing person and an even more wonderful boss. He was such a great motivator and inspiration to us all. I hate that he was take way too soon. We still needed his presence in the world. My love and prayers go out to his family. This is truely a sad occasion. Keep strong and remember the vibrant spirit he brought to all of our lives.

B. Williams

Our sincere condolences to our Mathews family. We're so sorry to hear of Deitrick's passing. We know that your grief must seem insurmountable. Please know that we share in your sadness and our hearts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. We are praying comfort and strength for you. With love, The Anthony Family

Ann Anthony and Family

I am very fortunate to be able to say I had the pleasure of working under such a great person and wonderful leader. I learned a lot from Deitrick that helped mold me into the person I am today. I am forever grateful. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. -Robyn (Afni Sales chat)

Robyn Scott

"I feel extremely fortunate to have been introduced to Deitrick through Toni and the Hinds Family. Whenever we were in each other's presence, he always greeted me with great respect and humility. I am grateful to God for allowing our paths to cross."

May His Peace Be With You Until We Meet Again...Nigel

The Andrews Family

My condolences to the family, he will be missed.

Karl Baker

My brother you will be missed. I enjoyed our conversation. I wish you a peaceful journey. Much love to the family. Nico

Nico Hunt

So sorry for your loss!! ๐Ÿ™ A.H.

A.h.

Truly no words.. My friend and brother crossed the Golden Shore into Chapter invisible. Yet I find comfort in knowing, to be absent from the body, is to present with the Lord. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿพ My deepest condolences and prayers are with Toni and the Mathews family. โ™ฆ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿพ

Omar R. Vinson

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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