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
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.