Matthew Dean James

December 29, 1987 - May 31, 2021

Matthew Dean James, 33, passed away May 31, 2021. He was born in Nash County on December 29, 1987. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Rex D. Lewis and paternal grandparents Jennis James and Nellie Cobb James. Matt enjoyed hunting, fishing and anything outdoors. He loved working on trucks, cars, and helping others. Matt would do anything for anyone that ever asked for help. He was excited to be welcoming his daughter in early September. Matt will be forever remembered for his million dollar smile that would light up every room that he ever walked in. He is survived by his father, Sonny James (fiancé Brenda Eason), mother, Robin Lewis (fiancé Scott Parker); Matthew’s fiancé Heather Widener, his daughter Harper Lynn James; maternal grandmother, Joyce Pridgen Lewis; brother, Sonny Ervin James, Jr.; sister, Kirsten Hall; several uncles, aunts, cousins, many friends, and his beloved fur buddies Avery and Jax. Visitation with family and friends will be Monday, June 7, 2021 from 6:00-6:45PM with a memorial service to be held at 7:00PM in the Chapel of Cornerstone Funeral Home with Dr. C.J. Cauble officiating.