Mrs. Annetta Matheny

Annetta Jane Matheny passed away on October 4, 2023, following a prolonged battle of heart complications. She was 79 years old and a resident of Lake Jackson, Texas. Born on the family farm in Good Springs, Texas on October 11, 1943 to Margaret Hackett Waggoner and Russell Waggoner, she developed her grit and resilience as the only girl among her three brothers Don, Jimmy and Kenny. It could be argued that Annetta's heart problems began when it was broken after the love her life, Ray Matheny, died unexpectedly in 1970. They were married 9 years and had four children together: Rusty, Jane, Lisa, and Rhonda. Annetta worked tirelessly to provide for her family and was an excellent homemaker. In addition, she worked various other jobs including selling eyeglasses at TSO in Tyler and managing jewelry stores in Lake Jackson. Ultimately, she retired in 2008 from the State of Texas. Annetta nurtured and loved through cooking and preparing delicious food for all to enjoy. Cooking was her passion as she had a giving and generous heart. She successfully passed on the art of cooking to each of her daughters, just as her mother passed it on to her. She was well known in the community for her delicious homemade pecan pies, but her most requested dish was her comforting macaroni and cheese. Through her many hardships, Annetta remained dedicated to raising her children to know God. Annetta was a Christian and we take tremendous comfort knowing we will see Mom again in Heaven. Annetta is survived by her children and their spouses, namely Rusty Matheny (Bonnie) of Angleton, Texas; Jane Byrd (Randy) of Lake Jackson, Texas; Lisa Hagemeier (Phil) of College Station, Texas; and Rhonda Azevedo (Norm) of Stevensville, Montana. She is also survived by her brother, Kenny Waggoner, of Henderson, Texas, as well as numerous nieces and nephews, 10 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandson. She is preceded in death by her late husband, Ray Matheny, her parents and brothers Don Waggoner and Jimmy Waggoner. She leaves a piece of her heart with her beloved Tibetan Spaniel dog, Loki, affectionately known as Sugarman. Even in her last days, her face lit up at the sight of Sugarman. Services will be held on Annetta’s 80th heavenly birthday on October 11, 2023 at Crawford-A. Crim Funeral Home in Henderson, Texas. Visitation will be 1:00pm - 2:30pm followed by a procession to Duncan Cemetery. Graveside services begin at 3:00pm. Pallbearers will be Grandsons Dominic Azevedo, Jeremiah Barbree, Bryson Byrd and John Hagemeier along with Nephews David Matheny and Clay Waggoner. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your local SPCA in Sugarman’s name. Condolences may be made at www.crawfordacrim.com.

Mrs. Annetta Matheny

October 11, 1943 - October 4, 2023