Dunivan Hershall Matthews

Dunivan Hershall Matthews, age 78, of Huber Heights, passed away August 11, 2023. He was born April 13, 1945 in Crawford, TN to the late Hershall and Pauline Matthews.

Dunivan is survived by his wife of 57 years, Brenda Matthews; son, Dunivan Hershall Matthews, Jr.; grandson, Dunivan Hershall Matthews, III; sister, Linda Caughron; nephew, Brian Caughron; and nieces: Lynda Kay Barlow and Jackie Rivera.

Dunivan was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and also served in the Air Force Reserves. He retired from General Motors after more than 30 years of service. After retirement, Dunivan enjoyed working for Ryder driving semi trucks. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. He loved music and played the guitar and mandolin.

Visitation will be held from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4104 Needmore Road, where the funeral service will begin at 12:30 pm. Burial with military honors will follow at Dayton National Cemetery, Shelter B at 2:00 pm.

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