Alex William Mathie
August 21, 1936 - September 30, 2014
Alex William Mathie
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend, Alex passed away peacefully at his home with his wife by his side, just two days before their 60th wedding anniversary, on September 30, 2014.
Alex was born August 21, 1936 in Huntington, UT to Ailena and Samuel Mathie. He married his high school sweetheart, Joyce, and together they raised a beautiful family. In his early years, he operated heavy machinery in the Kaiser Steel coal mine in Sunnyside, Utah. He later became a well-respected Superintendent for Horn Zwick and Alder Construction Companies. He mastered many trades and became the go-to person for his family and everyone he knew. There was nothing he couldn't build or fix. He loved being home with his family, visiting the cabin, fishing and boating. Of all his accomplishments, he was most proud of his family. Alex built homes, overpasses, buildings and bridges, but most of all, character in others.
He leaves behind his wife Joyce; children Terri (Russ) Oliver, Debbie (Jody) Chidester, Kelly (BJ) Harris, Julie (Daniel) Verrinder; 9 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; sisters Manell (John) Piccolo, Lauretta Page, and brother Gordon (Jeanine) Mathie.
Preceded in death by parents, and brothers Lamar Mathie and Robert LeGrande Mathie.
A Celebration of Alex's Life will be held on Sunday, October 5th from 6:00 until 8:00 PM at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, where complimentary valet parking will be provided on the north side of the building. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, October 6th at 11:00 AM at the Brookshire Ward, 3487 South 1300 East, Salt Lake City.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Alex's name to Primary Children's Hospital, who have given incredible care to his great grandson, Tye Schulz. https://primarychildrens.thankyou4caring.org
In Loving Memory
Dear Joyce and Family, Sending our heart felt condolences to your family for ours...... Dennis and Rose
Dennis and Rose Ward
Huntington, UT
Joyce, My deepest sympathy for your loss. Thinking of you, Julie and your family. May you find comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Becky Robbins
Park City, UT
I know that you and your wife produced a superb daughter (Terri). I know they will all miss you for now.
CD
SLC, UT
Dear Joyce and Family, It was with great sadness that we learned of Alex's passing; please accept our heartfelt condolences. Words are never adequate in moments like these. We will say though, that our hearts go out to you, and we will always remember the joyous memories that we are privileged to have in knowing him. Donald and Linda
Donald and Linda Jensen
Sandy, Ut
Dear Joyce, I am so sad to hear of Alex's passing. He has been a wonderful neighbor for many, many years. You and he have been really great in the last few with Mom. Throughout the years he offered his help, expertise and perfectionism to every project he tackled on Mom's house. Thank you for all you have done. With my deepest sympathy, Linda
Linda Noble
Midvale, uT