James Edward "Eddy" Mattix

December 24, 1957 - May 31, 2022

Mr. James Edward “Eddy” Mattix, of Trumann died Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at his residence at the age of 64 years, 5 months and 7 days.  He was born Tuesday, December 24, 1957 in Columbus, Missouri, and lived most of his lifetime in Trumann. He was a plumber & pipefitter and a member of local union 155 out of Little Rock, he liked to do body work on cars and a member of the Calvary Baptist Church.  Mr. Mattix was preceded in death by one brother, Stanley Mattix and his parents, James and Wilma Reeves Mattix.          He is survived by his wife, Cindy Mattix of the home, one son, Zachary Mattix of Trumann; one daughter, Candice Ann Chaffin of Trumann; one sister Carol Thompson of Tupelo, Mississippi and 4 grandchildren, Ryleigh Mattix, Creed Mattix, Cole Chaffin and Ethan Chaffin.                                                 Visitation will be Saturday from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church in Trumann.       A Celebration of Life service will follow at 2:00 p.m., with Rev. Ricky Dobbins officiating.  Burial will be private. In compliance with COVID-19 guidelines, a mask or other facial covering is optional. An online register book can be signed at ww.thompsonfuneralhome.net.