Reginald Deray Mathis

Life ReflectionsReginald DeRay Mathis was born to Bolante J.Manthis and Spencer R. Hightower on July 14, 1983. He confessed hope in Christ at an early age. Reginald "DeRay" received his education through Ferguson Florissant School District. After high school, DeRay furthered his education in the carpentry field through a program sponsored by Mers Goodwill Industry. In February 2000, DeRay met his fiancee Jaqueline "Jackie" Blakemore. Their plans were to wed on May 22,2010. On June 20. 2004, God blessed DeRay with his only son, Jamond Derae Mathis. Their family time was spent having fun at Chuck E. Cheese, the zoo, going to carnivals, going to the park, playing video games, checkers, watching movies and much more. On the evening of December 23, 2009 after many trying battles, God with his infinite wisdom, called DeRay unto Him. "Come to me, all you who are weary an burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will fin rest for your souls." Matthew 11:28-29 DeRay leaves to cherish his memory: Two loving parents, Volante' J. Mathis and Spencer R. Hightower (St. Louis, MO), his only son Jamond Deray Mathis, one sister Angel "Angie" White, two brothers Kevin and Keith Hightower all of St. Louis, Mo. Loving Grandparents, Jacqueline Mathis (Raymond L Mathis J r. preceded him in death), Augusta (Virgil) Hightower both preceded him in death; Great- Grandmothers, Beneva Lee and Viver Ree Mathis, both Great- Grandfathers preceded him in death; his fiancee Jacqueline "Jackie" Blakemore; and a host of Aunts, Uncles, cousins and friends. Special Acknowledgements to: Reverend Shawn Boone, Pamela Davis, Gail l3lakemore, Tommie Chapel, Ivan, Desmond, Alvernon, Ahmed, and Paul. Interment: Lake Saint Charles Cemetery - St. Louis, Missouri Repast: Saints of God Missionary Baptist Church .