James Matthews

James Michael Matthews, who resided in Lavaca, Arkansas, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2026, at The Springs of Covington in Fort Smith. He was born on February 1, 1962, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to James C. Matthews and Virginia (Strickland) Matthews. He was 64 years old. He was preceded in death by his father; a brother, Gregory Mark Matthews; and a nephew, Christopher Mark Matthews.

James was of Catholic faith and had a bachelor’s degree in History.

Graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 11th at Tate Cemetery, near Lavaca, Arkansas, with Deacon Mark Verkamp officiating.

He was survived by his mother, Virginia Matthews; a brother, Timothy Matthews; and a nephew, Austin Scott Matthews of Madisonville, Kentucky. 

To place an online tribute, please visit www.brothertonbrothersfuneralhomes.com.