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Dec 14, 2023 · But as far as the citizens of Lufkin are concerned, there was only one Mr. Rodeo. Mike Mathis, the legendary voice of rodeo in Lufkin, died early Wednesday morning in Las Vegas, where he had been attending the National Finals Rodeo. He was 75. Josh Havard's email address is josh.havard@lufkindailynews.com.
Dec 13, 2023 · Published: Dec. 13, 2023 at 1:26 PM PST | Updated: Dec. 13, 2023 at 1:50 PM PST. LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) - Mike Mathis, longtime announcer for Lufkin rodeos, has died. Mathis died Wednesday morning ...
Dec 21, 2023 · With heavy hearts, we announce the death of William Mathis of Lufkin, Texas, who passed away on December 13, 2023 at the age of 75. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. He was predeceased by : his parents, K. P. "Red" Mathis and Hazel Mathis (Weems); and his brother ...
- December 13, 2023
With Mathis’ gift of the gab gathering dust, a hearken back at the great. Mike Mathis passed away at 75 while working at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. Born in Lufkin, Texas ...
Dec 14, 2023 · LUFKIN, Texas ( KETK) — A renowned rodeo announcer and prominent East Texan has died. Courtesy of the Lufkin Host Lions Club. According to a release, Lufkin Host Lions Club announced on Wednesday the death of Mike Mathis, “Mr. Rodeo.”. The club said he served as president in 1977-1978 and was awarded the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award in 2016.
Dec 13, 2023 · Mike Mathis was a renowned figure in the world of rodeo, known for his exceptional talent, captivating voice, and unwavering passion for the sport. With his distinctive announcing style and vast knowledge of the rodeo scene, he brought the thrilling experience of rodeo to life for countless spectators across the country.
William "Mike" Mathis. Memorial services for William “Mike” Mathis, 75, of Lufkin will be held Friday, December 22, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church Lufkin with Reverend Mark A. Newton officiating. A reception will follow for family and friends at Behannon’s Warehouse at 205 N. 4th Street in Lufkin.
