It is with deepest sorrow that Lavender’s Funeral Service announces the passing of MRS. Melisa “Lisa” Jones Matthews, 59 of Ethelsville, Alabama on Friday, October 10, 2025 at DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
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PUBLIC VISITATION for Mrs. Melisa “Lisa” Jones Matthews will be Friday, October 17, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Lavender’s Funeral Service.
THE HOME GOING CELEBRATION HONORING THE LIFE & LEGACY of Mrs. Melisa “Lisa” Jones Matthew of Aliceville, Alabama will be Sunday, October 19, 2025 2:00 p.m. at Macedonia CME Church, 6778 County Road 75, Ethelsville, Alabama. The body of Mrs. Matthews will lie in state in the church one hour prior to the service.
INTERMENT will immediately follow the service in Strawbridge Cemetery, 6704 County Road 75, Ethelsville, Alabama. Reverend Antonio Henry, Pastor of El-Bethel Baptist Church in Ethelsville, Alabama will be The Eulogist.
The Matthews & Guyton Families Chose The Professional, Experienced, & Compassionate Funeral Directors & Staff of: Lavender's Funeral Service 11233 Highway 17 South - Aliceville, AL 35442. 205-373-2420
Deepest sympathy to the Family. Sorry Covid in our home
Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Melisa was a kind and thoughtful classmate, and I will always remember her warmth and the positive spirit she brought to our class.
May you find comfort in the love and support of those around you, and may cherished memories bring you peace in the days ahead.
With deepest sympathy, Janice Guyton McKenzie
To the family heartfelt sympathy 🙏🏽
"Please accept my deepest condolences as you mourn the loss of your beloved mother". Your mother's spirit will forever shine through you, and her love will continue to guide your path". Those who live in our memories are never truly gone. We will forever miss Lisa. Your cousin Pearl, San Diego, CA.
My condolences and prayers to the family we worked together at Kmart we shared many fun memories together and remained friends.
Sending heartfelt condolences to the Jones family. We pray that you find comfort in the Lord. So sorry for your loss. Fly high Melisa
To Mrs. Fulgham, Dedra, Natasha, and Ashley:
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother's sister and your aunt. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers, and we are here for you—whether you need to talk, share memories, or just sit in silence together.
Sending you love from your Sorority sisters, Johnnie Spain & Melisha Sawyer
Sending my prayers and condolences to my family. The Guyton family, Lisa will be truly miss keeping the family in prayer🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.