Kenneth "Ed" Mathis

Kenneth Edward ‘Ed’ Mathis Jr., age 56 of Nashville, Michigan, passed away in Lansing on Sunday, March 3, 2024. He was born to Ken and Anna (Moncrief) Mathis Sr. on August 25, 1967, in Charlotte. Ed graduated Charlotte High School with the class of ’86.

After high school Ed was taken under the wing of his step-cousin who was his mentor in auto mechanics. After graduating, Ed went on to work for him for the next few years. He loved to go up flying with his step-cousin as well, and was invited to go up several times. Ed eventually moved to Rapid River in the U.P. of Michigan. His love of vehicles and working on them led him to running his own mechanic and welding shop in Escanaba, Michigan. He was a member of The Rebels motorcycle club, which he was very proud of. Later in life, Ed spent many years as an over-the-road truck driver. Another one of Ed’s favorite pastimes was eating out with his friends and just plain hanging out with the people he cared about most. He will be missed tremendously by his family, friends, and loved ones.

Ed is survived by his step-father, Jim Mullins of Nashville and many cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ken Mathis Sr.; his mother, Anna Mary Mathis-Mullins; and several aunts and uncles.

Those desiring may make contributions in Ed’s memory to the American Heart Association at heart.org

In keeping with Ed’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.