In Loving Memory of Steven Michael Matthews
December 17, 1951-December 28, 2015
Steven Michael Matthews, 64, passed away on December 28, 2015. He was born on December 17, 1951 in Indianapolis, Indiana a son of Phyllis Hicks Matthews and the late William Matthews.
Steve and Sue Matthews were together for 30 years. Steve was the proud father to Rick Lark and his wife Tish of Georgia, Daughter-in Law, Sarah Lark of Indiana, and Bill Lark and his wife, Carole,of Palm Harbor. He is survived by 5 grandchildren, who lovingly called him “Grampy”, Dereck Lark, Brittany Lark, Heather Lark, Austin Lark, and Shawn Lark. Also survived by brothers: Mark Matthews of Texas and Jimmy Matthews and his wife, Linda of Indiana.
He was preceded in death by his Father, William Matthews and one son, Bob Lark.
Steve served in the United States Army for 8 years as a Tank Commander in Augsburg, Germany. After the service, he had his own business for many years, selling car insurance. He was an avid race enthusiast, especially Indy races. Steve was a loving and helpful resident of Shady Lane Village of Clearwater, Florida.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pinellas County Honor Guard, 6550 Greenbrier Drive, Seminole, Florida, 33777
His family remembers him as being down to earth and fun loving. He will be missed.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 P.M on December 31, 2015 at Bay Pines National Cemetery. The Army and the Pinellas County Veterans Council will provide military honors.
I worked for Steve for many years and he gave me my first real job after high school in 1989 at the insurance agency. He attended my wedding 25 years ago.I am still an insurance agent today all because he gave a 17 yr old with no experience a chance. I have thought of him so often. He was a wonderful man with a huge heart. His family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve was my brother-in-law-in-law, Susie is my sister-in-law. I didn’t know him to well as they have always lived faraway from us. But I know he did real well for my nephews. He will be missed. Please everyone pray for my sister-in-law.
My heart goes out to all if you ! Steve and Sue where there for me and my children every time we needed help . Steve is one of the sweetest,loving and kind souls put on this earth . Rest in peace my friend !
Steve was my sister Sues husband. I know he always made her happy. They were good together. We never got to spend much time together. We always lived to far apart. I trusted Steve with my sister which is hard for me as she is the only part of my childhood still alive. You will be missed sir
Sue, I’m so sorry about steve I’m in shock. He was a wonderful person my prayers are with you and your family. And remember you have a friend that loves you contact me when you can. God bless you and your family honey, my condolences and prayers are with you and your family. Love you, Diane
Steve and I worked together At Titan Insurance in Tampa..Steve was a wonderful person.I learned a lot about insurance from Him.He was very proud of his family ,his service to his country and was fierce about car racing. My sincere condolence to his family and love ones..Rest in peace my friend