Obituary of Vivian Hope Hewell Allen Matthews

LUGOFF – A celebration of life service for Vivian “Hope” Hewell Allen Matthews, 69, will be held Friday at 4:00 p.m. at Powers Funeral Home. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 3-4 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Agape Hospice.

    Mrs. Matthews, wife of the late John Matthews, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Born in Walton County, GA, she was a daughter of the late Raymond and Vivian Hewell. Hope, formally of Florence, enjoyed sitting outside with her flowers, bird watching, taking care of her dogs, and spending time with her best friend, Peggy.

    Surviving are her children, Medena Allen, Lamar Allen (Maryann), Celeste Williamson (Corey); father of her children, Jack Allen; step-children, Johnny Matthews, Angel Matthews; brother, Michael Hewell (Susan); grandchildren, Brandon Ramos (Laurelle), Gabriella Wilson (Matthew), Taylor Hunter, Trinity Allen, Reagan Allen, Hannah Smith (Will), Corey Williamson, Martina Allen, Riley Williamson, Corbin Williamson, Landan Newsom; special friend, Peggy Leonard; and fur-babies, Jackson and Nicco. She was predeceased by a grandson, Logan Allen and a special companion, James Hudson.

     The family would like to extend a special thanks to Agape Hospice for their care and support.