Reverend Donald "Elwood" Matthews went home to his beloved Savior Tuesday morning, December 15, 2009.Elwood was born to Stacy Alton Matthews and Neta Mae Strickland Matthews on September 16, 1929. He was an ordained minister in the Church of God of Prophecy and served as a pastor, International Youth Ministries Director, Public Relations Director, Servicemen's Director, Evangelism Director and as State Overseer of Florida. Bishop Matthews also served as the minister for the Voice of Salvation radio and television ministries. His wife, Roberta Nunnery, was not only his cherished companion but an integral part of his ministry. Elwood and Roberta travelled the world sharing the truth of Jesus Christ, the true Son of God.
Reverend Matthews is survived by his wife Roberta, their only child Kimberly Matthews Palo, Kim's husband Joe Palo and, their two sons Corey Joseph and Matthew Tyler, as well as numerous relatives.
Elwood will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him.
