JohnKelian Na’Sean Mathis
02/01/2004 – 08/08/2021
Obituary for JohnKelian Na’Sean Mathis
JohnKelian Na’Sean Mathis born February 1, 2004, gained his heavenly wings on Sunday August 8, 2021 at UT Medical Center. “John John” was a senior at Austin East High School, where he not only excelled in sports but academically in the classroom. “John John” was to start his senior year with a 3.25 GPA. While attending Austin East, some of his accomplishments included, Project Grad Scholar, Mr. Freshman, Mr. Sophomore, West African Drummer, and a member of the Austin East football team. “John John” will be remembered most for his contagious smile, infectious laughter and loving heart. In his spare time, “John John” loved to listen to music, skateboarding, doing backflips, and playing football. JohnKelian was a young entrepreneur in the making as the CEO of his very own T-Shirt company, YBC. He leaves to cherish his memories, mother, Kemisha (Lawrence) Dixson, father, Todd (Amber) Mathis, many brothers and sisters, and a host of numerous other family and friends. The family will receive friends Thursday August 19, 2021 at Greater Warner Tabernacle AME Zion Church, 3800 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Knoxville, TN 37914 from 12 to 1pm with funeral services to follow. Rev. Steve Simpson officiating. Final arrangements by Jarnigan and Son Mortuary. www.jarniganandson.com
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Receiving of Friends
Thursday August 19, 2021
12:00PM – 1:00PM
Greater Warner Tabernacle AME Zion Church
3800 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Knoxville, TN 37914
Funeral Service
Thursday August 19, 2021
1:00PM
Greater Warner Tabernacle AME Zion Church
3800 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Knoxville, TN 37914
Graveside
Thursday August 19, 2021
New Gray Cemetery
2724 Western Ave, Knoxville, TN 37921
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GRAVESIDE LOCATION
Rest In Peace. Prayers to the family!
Praying for peace over the family.
Prayers for all the family love you all
I remember his bright and beautiful smile from elementary school. Rest In Peace and Prayers to the family.
Our condolences to the family of John John. Please find peace and love in Jesus Christ. Remember to lift your heavy hearts to fondest memories to bring joy.
Please accept my deepest condolences to the Family, May you’ll seek peace & harmony with the love of God that substantial during times like this. Prayers are ordered for you all
I Love You KeKe and My Boatwright Family. I’m praying for better days!!
Love,
GHP Family
A truly heartbreaking loss for not only his family but for the East Knox community. A young man with a lot of promise and joy that he shared with everyone. One of my absolute favorite players I ever coached and one I absolutely wanted to see what the future held in store. He will be gravely missed, and may he rest in peace.
Our condolences to KeKe and the Boatwright family. John John will be greatly missed, he was an exciting and respectably young man. Cherish the memories you all shared with him. Hugs & Kisses to you!
My Deepest sympathy to you and your family
Forever at heart beautiful memories
Thoughts and prayers for the Boatwright and Mathis family and John John’s friends during this most difficult time.
Praying for strength in the days ahead🙌🏾
Prayers to you and your family, it’s so hard when you lose a child, but know he is in the hands of the master and one day you will see him again. God bless your family we love you.
May God’s Grace, Mercy and Comforting Spirit be with the Family.💪🏾🙏🏾