Dora Maxine Mathias, December 13, 1919 — April 25, 2018

Obituary for Dora Maxine Mathias Dora Maxine Mathias, 98, of Summerville, wife of the late Thomas Wayne Mathias whom she was sealed to in the Los Angeles Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, passed away on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 at her residence surrounded by loved ones. Dora was born on December 13, 1919 in Nephi, Utah, daughter of the late Joseph and Lillie Broadhead. She loved decorating, flowers, shopping for furniture and keeping a meticulous home.

Most of all she loved serving others, and others loved serving her. Dora served faithfully in many church callings throughout her life. Her service to the women of the Relief Society of the Church, as secretary and visiting teaching supervisor, was one of her greatest pleasures and accomplishments.

Dora is survived by her son, Michael G. Petersen (Lorraine) of Summerville; seven grandchildren: William Michael Petersen (Anna), Jared Wayne Petersen (Krista), Steven Swain Petersen, Laura Kristina Enos (Brian), Shauna Kate Rawlinson (Sean), Jenna “Shea” Heath (Joseph) and Meagan Kellie Birchard (Tony); 20 great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. A memorial service in celebration of Dora’s life will be held Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 6 o’clock at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2100 Bacons Bridge Rd. , Summerville, SC 29485.

The family will receive visitors from 5:00-5:45pm prior to the service. Burial will be Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 11 o’clock at Brigham City Cemetery in Brigham City, Utah. Along with her husband and parents, Dora is preceded in death by her infant son John Harvey, sisters Melba and Claudia, her brother John, and former husband Gerald L. Petersen.

Flowers will be accepted. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www. jamesadyal.com.

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