Anthony D. Worthen Matthews Obituary in Knoxville at Unity Mortuary

Obituary For Anthony D. Worthen Matthews

Anthony D. Worthen Matthews - of Knoxville TN, age 55, passed away Tuesday February 4, 2025. He passed away peacefully, in his sleep, to go be with the Lord. Anthony graduated from South Young High in 1988. Anthony spent many years of employment at The University of Tennessee. Anthony is preceded in death by his parents, James Matthews and Cathy Worthen, aunt, Audrey Henry. He leaves to cherish his memory to his son, Hakeem Worthen; daughter Tiaeshia Kelso; sister Michelle Justus (Steven), aunts Willenstine Arms and Joyce (Alan) Jones; grandchild Isaiah Worthen; nieces and nephews Brooklyn Justus, Zareeah Justus, Jadyn Justus, Steven Justus Jr, Bronx Justus; cousins, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends too numerous to mention.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 2-3pm with the celebration of life to begin at 3pm at Unity Mortuary Chapel.

The final resting place will immediately follow at the Mt. Olive Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the caring staff and direction of Unity Mortuary. www.unitymortuary1979.com

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I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.Rest in Paradise my friend Anthony.

Billy washington

May the memories of your loved one(Anthony)bring you comfort...No more pain you are now at peace.....I will always remember you and your dad Mr. Matthews in my heart ❤️ ....."Forever loved Never Forgotten"

Stephanie Yates

In Loving Heavently Memory of my Step Son you rest in peace, give Dad Matthews triple Heavetly Hug 4 me. All family memory's has my deepest condolence. Anthony you will be greatly be missed....

Pegg Yates Matthews

Anthony, Itty it sadens me to say so long I'll never forget your walking down the street when my son was little he would say he's going with you... I know your mom is smiling

Carolyn Bomar

The Worthen family you have my deepest sympathy during this time. May God bless your family....Michelle and family. You are with your sweet loving mother Cathy Worthen and your sweet Aunt Patricia WorthenHenry. Rest in Jesus arms. Love and prayers Yosham Henry Middleton and family

Yosham Middleton