Hunter Wyatt Mathess, 17, of Morgantown, passed away on Sunday, October 24, 2021, at Ruby Memorial Hospital after a long battle with leukemia.
He was born on December 24, 2003, in Charleston, WV, son of Julie (Miller) Mathess and the late Daniel Douglas Mathess.
He was a faithful follower of Jesus Christ, and attended Calvary Chapel Morgantown. Hunter enjoyed studying the Bible, hunting, fishing, robotics, chess, wood carving and baking.
In addition to his mother, Julie, he is survived by his brother, Cole Mathess; grandfather, Randy Miller; aunts and uncles Lorrie and Ben Young, Kara and Chad Marsh, Becki and Travis Dye; cousins Caleb, Jack and Claire Young, Ella and Emily Marsh, Jewell and Zane Dye.
Hastings Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. There will be an outdoor funeral service at Calvary Chapel, 493 Tyrone Rd., Morgantown, on Wednesday, October 27, 2021 beginning at 1 p.m. A committal service for family and close friends will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Fairmont with Pastor Shawn Frasher officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to be made in Hunter’s memory to Holy Pursuit’s Dream Foundation, 943 Blackberry Hill, Rowlesburg, WV 26435 and/or donations may be made in his memory at www.givingcompassion.care to offset funeral expenses.
Send condolences online at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com
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10/27/2021
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. -
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Sincere thoughts and prayers. -
10/27/2021
Anonymous has made a donation of $ 200
Julie we continue to lift you and Cole up~ we know God sees you, and hears the cries of your heart. Praying you feel the Lords arms wrapped around you both. “Then she called the name of the Lord who spoke to her, You-Are-the-God-Who-Sees; for she said -
10/26/2021
Cameron and Claire Lattea Family (Minutemen Robotics) has made a donation of $ 50
We feel very fortunate to have met Hunter and worked with him designing and building robots. We offer our most sincere condolences for the loss of a wonderful person and lift your family in prayer for comfort and peace during this time. -
10/26/2021
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Sending our prayers. -
10/26/2021
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Praying for your family. May you feel peace from the Holy Spirit that passes all human understanding. -
10/26/2021
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May the love of the Lord and memories of Hunter bring strength and comfort in the days ahead. -
10/26/2021
Anonymous has made a donation of $ 20
We never had the privilege of knowing Hunter, but the stories we have heard over the past year have really impacted us. What a young man of faith & courage. Well done faithful servant. Many prayers for his family, and friends. -
10/26/2021
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Prayers for peace and comfort. He is home with both his dad and his Father. -
10/26/2021
Mike and Kristina Wood has made a donation of $ 3,000
May Hunter rest in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ. -
10/26/2021
Anonymous has made a donation of $ 100
What a wonderful young man, Hunter was. He loved the Lord and now he sees Him face to face. Continuing to pray for you, Julie and Cole, as well as your family that has supported and loved you through all of this. -
10/25/2021
Greg and Cheryl Blaney has made a donation of $ 200
Praying that the Lord will cover you with His mercy, comfort and grace as only He can do. -
10/25/2021
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Always praying for you all. Hunter will be greatly missed but glad he’s in the arms of his Fathers. -
10/25/2021
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Prayers of comfort and peace to Julie & Cole. -
10/25/2021
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Love you all. Always praying. 💙 -
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Praying for you, Cole and family. You and Hunter have inspired so many with your faith. -
10/25/2021
Mohr family has made a donation of $ 200
So sorry for your loss! Hunter is now in Heaven and enjoying fellowship with the Lord forever. -
10/25/2021
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Prayers and may God's comforting arms surround you and your sweet boy ♡ -
10/25/2021
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Julie and Cole, your strength is amazing, you have carried the world on your back. You are an inspiration. -
10/25/2021
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We are continually praying for your family. -
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Psalms 91:4 He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge. -
10/25/2021
The Erhard Family has made a donation of $ 100
Our hearts go out to you. We are truly sorry for the passing of Hunter and all of the pain you are enduring. Hunter will be greatly missed, especially his big smile when he walked in a room. Hunter was an inspiration keeping his strong faith. God keep you -
10/25/2021
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Continually praying for the peace that passes all understanding to flood your hearts. -
10/25/2021
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We love you! Jesus will be your Rock. -
10/25/2021
Krista Dawson has made a donation of $ 500
We are heartbroken to hear that Hunter has passed. We know he is much better off where he is now with both his fathers but it still leaves a huge hurt in our hearts. We are continuing to pray for you, Julie and Cole and the rest of the family. -
10/25/2021
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Prayers! 💙⚽️ -
10/25/2021
Anonymous has made a donation of $ 300
Praying that the Lord embraces you & brings comfort to you each day. May your memories & shared stories of Hunter bring respite on the tough days. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 2 Timothy 4:7 -
10/25/2021
Emily Gwaltney has made a donation of $ 100
Praying for you all. Hunter was an inspiration to me and everyone else at Thrive. I am honored to have had him as a friend. -
10/25/2021
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Our heartfelt condolences for the loss of Hunter. His story and fight is a true inspiration. Thank you for allowing us in by sharing your story. We will continue praying for you and yours. -
10/25/2021
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May the God of comfort give you strength and peace -
10/25/2021
Caleigh Osborne has made a donation of $ 100
Thinking of you and your family ❤ So sorry for your loss -
10/25/2021
Pastor Joe & Samantha Neal has made a donation of $ 25
You all have been such an amazing testimony and example. Saddened by the loss, but excited that he is with Jesus! Praying for you all. -
10/25/2021
Jennifer Thompson has made a donation of $ 25
Sincere condolences Julie and Cole. Prayers for continued comfort and peace. Hunter was a true warrior for years and kept a smile on his face at the baseball fields ,looking forward to good food ;) , excitement talking before and after his camp. -
10/25/2021
Brian and Crystal Cochran has made a donation of $ 100
Love and Prayers for you and your family -
10/25/2021
Jennifer Wilson has made a donation of $ 40
We pray for you continually and will continue to pray. -
10/25/2021
Sandy Standley has made a donation of $ 100
So sorry for your loss Julie and Cole
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Funeral Home information:
Hastings Funeral Home, Inc.
153 Spruce Street
Morgantown, WV, 26505
+1 (304) 292-8664
http://hastingsfuneralhome.com/
Hastings Funeral Home, Inc.153 Spruce Street
Morgantown, WV, 26505
+1 (304) 292-8664
http://hastingsfuneralhome.com/
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