In Memory

Vellie Matthews

Vellie Faison Matthews, Jr., 77, of Raleigh, died on December 28, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vellie, Sr. and Lois Matthews, and sisters, Evelyn Barbour and Esther Stathis.

Vellie loved photography. While still in high school, he attended a vocational program at NC State, learning how to do photography. He went on to become a photographer for the college, taking pictures for many programs and events, such as agriculture, horticulture and sports games to name a few. In addition to photography, Vellie also enjoyed guns, motorcycles and camping in the great outdoors.

Vellie is survived by two sons, Vellie Furlon Matthews and Kelvin Brad Matthews (Nina); six grandchildren; and two sisters, Betty Shakarji (George) and Joyce Megginson.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 2, 2019 from 6:00-8:00pm at Mitchell Funeral Home, 7209 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Vellie’s memory to North Ridge Bible Chapel Good News Club, 7100 Harps Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615.



 
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01/15/19 10:30 AM #1    

Johnny M. Brock

Although Vellie and I were good friends at school, I knew very little of his life away from school.  He could also be a very funny guy at times, with some off the wall comments. 

Rest in peace Vellie,

Johnny Brock

 


01/17/19 11:03 AM #2    

Barbara Smith (Cooke)

Vellie and I were cousins and I will always love him. He was so much fun and no one could tell a joke like him. After reading his obituary I thought this sounds just like Vellie. I could picture him smiling, laughing with pen in hand.

Rest In Peace

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