Virgil Todd Matthews
September 8, 1966 - April 6, 2021
Virgil Todd Matthews, 54, of Gadsden, formerly of Forney passed away Tuesday, April 06, 2021 at Riverview RMC. Todd had been a longtime resident of Forney and considered that home. He enjoyed cooking, watching T.V., listening to music and most of all spending time with his family. He is survived by his mother, Joan Akridge; brother, Johnny Matthews (Becky); sister, Kelly Reynolds (James); children, Jeremy Matthews (Gladys), Ashlee Matthews, Joseph Matthews (JoJo), Emily Matthews, Jensen Matthews, and Phoenix Messer; eight grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; and the love of his life, Brittany Messer. Pallbearers will be family. Todd was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Wayne Matthews; step-father, Roy Lee Akridge and a brother, Joel Brett Matthews. There will be a private graveside service with Rev. Brent Poole officiating.
Virgil Todd Matthews, 54, of Gadsden, formerly of Forney passed away Tuesday, April 06, 2021 at Riverview RMC. Todd had been a longtime resident of Forney and considered that home. He enjoyed cooking, watching T.V., listening to music and most... View Obituary & Service Information