David Leroy Mathias, Sr., 85, of Mathias, WV passed away on Friday, August 5, 2022 at Sentara RMH Medical Center, Harrisonburg, VA.

Born on March 1, 1937 in Mathias, WV, he was the son of the late John T. Mathias and Ola Seldon Mathias.

He served in the U.S. Navy and worked 50 years for the pipeline union.  He enjoyed gardening, especially his yellow flowers, feeding his birds, and being with family.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Chester and Vernon Mathias.

He is survived by his wife, Sandra Mathias, children: David L. Mathias, Jr. of Mathias, WV, Johnnie D. Mathias of North Attleboro, Massachusetts , Rosemary Benita Noviello (David) Of Rehoboth, Massachusetts, Cheryl Ann Johnson (Tom) of North Attleboro, Massachusetts, Roberta Jean Mathias (Charlie) of Winchester, VA, Dale Maynard of Manchester, New Hampshire, Donnie Thompson (Theresa) of Locust Grove, Virginia, Terri Thomspon (Roland) of Troy, VA, 17 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and a sister, Joann Strawderman of Hampton, VA.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at McKee Funeral Home Chapel, Baker, WV with Pastors Irene Mongold and Jonathan Hedrick officiating.   Interment will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Mathias, WV. Military rites will be accorded by the U.S. Navy.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, 6-8 pm, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Mathias Baker Fire Co., PO Box 59, Mathias, WV 26812.

All arrangements are being handled by McKee Funeral Home, Baker, WV.