James Mathis

James Dewitt Mathis, 96, of Advance, passed away Wednesday, June 30th, 2021. He was born in Wilkes County, North Carolina on June 30th, 1925, to the late Charles Clinton Mathis and Hazel Irene Martin Mathis.  Mr. Mathis grew up in West Salem Community in Winston-Salem and was a lifelong member of Salem Baptist Church. He attended Granville School and then graduated from Reynolds High School. He was a member of the Winston Masonic Lodge #167 for 65 years. After graduating high school, James enlisted in the United States Navy.  After his service in the Navy, he attended college at UNC Chapel Hill graduating with a degree in Bachelor of Science. Mr. Mathis retired from R. J. Reynolds with 30 years of loyal service.  He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 70 years, Thelma Mathis; one sister and two brothers.  James is survived by his daughter, Susan Prim and husband Frosty of Mocksville and several nieces and nephews.  A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at Forsyth Memorial Park with his nephew Ronnie Mathis officiating. The family would like to thank the staff of Cadence Assisted Living of Clemmons for going above and beyond in the care of both Mr. and Mrs. Mathis, as well as Mountain Valley Hospice for their excellent care.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the donor’s choice. Online condolence may be made at www.hayworth-miller.com