Matthew Patrick Walton, 25, of Direct, passed away November 5, 2022 and went to be with Jesus.
Matthew was a loving son, brother, uncle, grandson, cousin, and friend to many. Matt always had a big smile and a wonderful sense of humor. He was a gentle giant among many. Matt loved listening to music and the great outdoors.
He was born in Sulphur Springs, Texas July 13, 1997 to Sandra and David Walton. He graduated from North Lamar High School in 2016. Matt worked as a landscaper with both his uncle Ronald Barnett and eldest brother, Andy Walton. He was very talented and gifted in his profession. Matt could make anything beautiful.
Matt loved our Heavenly Father and Jesus. He was a member of Landmark Missionary Baptist Church in Paris and was saved and baptized in April of 2022. He loved singing in the church and would tap his feet to the music.
Matt is survived by his mother, Sandra Walton of Direct; his father, David Walton and wife, Janie of Direct; grandmother, Ruthie Barnett of Direct; grandfather, Ronnie Steward and grandmother, Kay of Johntown; eldest brother, Andy Walton and wife Ashley of Telephone; younger brother and best friend, Aaron Walton of Direct; step-sisters, Tamara Moore of Bogata and Tiffany Chambers and her husband, Eric of Bogata; step-brother, Trent Moore of Bogata; uncle, Ronald Barnett of Direct; uncle, Ronnie “Bubba” Steward and aunt, Debra of Paris; three nieces, Aubrey, Addie and Malea and one nephew, Tatum. He is also survived by a whole host of uncles, aunts and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Carol Walton and grandfather, Clyde Walton of Paris, and grandfather, Frankie Barnett of Direct.
Funeral Service will be held at Fry Gibbs Funeral Home on Sunday, November 13th at 2:00 PM. Burial will follow at Georgia Cemetery.
Pastor Henry Blackmon of East Post Oak Missionary Baptist Church will officiate and Pastor Ronnie Steward of Landmark Missionary Baptist Church will read the obituary.
Pallbearers will be Leldon Teeter, Cory Young, Jacob Fulton, Jackie Berry, Garret McClesky, and Landon Johnson.
