Matthew Harry Mabry's Obituary
Matthew Harry Mabry, 81, of New London, peacefully passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Novant Medical Center in Huntersville, surrounded by his loving family.
A memorial service to honor his life will be held at 2 PM on Monday, December 15, 2025, at Bethel Methodist Church in New London, NC, officiated by Rev. Kevin McCormac. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6–8 PM on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care in Albemarle.
Born on February 11, 1944, in Stanly County, Matthew was the son of the late Q.C. and Helen Mabry. He is survived by his devoted wife of 39 years, Peggy Maners Mabry.
Matthew is also lovingly survived by his children, Deanna Mabry (Heather) of Ann Arbor, MI, Mandi Rogers (Steve) of New London, NC, and Tony Mabry (Wendy) of Charlotte, NC; grandchildren Olivia Phillips (Adam), Merrick Rogers, Jake Rogers, Ari Mabry, Hunter Mabry, and Eliana Mabry. He was preceded in death by all of his siblings and by his son, Grover Harold “Rick” Rogers.
Raised on a dairy farm in Porter, NC, Matthew learned early the value of hard work; a quality that carried him throughout his life. A standout high school athlete, he excelled in both football and baseball. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1962–1966, completing three tours in Vietnam aboard the USS Walke, USS Berkley, and USS Kyes. Stationed in Long Beach, California, he loved sharing stories from his service and the friendships he formed along the way.
Matthew later owned and operated a successful residential construction company, building homes across Myrtle Beach as well as Stanly and surrounding counties. His craftsmanship and integrity left a lasting mark on the communities he served.
Matthew was a longtime member of Bethel Methodist Church and First Baptist Church of Albemarle. He believed in giving back and was a committed advocate for blood donation and enjoyed helping with handicap entrance ramp construction.
Matthew will be remembered as a good man, a devoted husband, a proud father, and a loyal friend. Those who knew him will long remember his gentle nature, his strong work ethic, and the affection with which he lovingly called Peggy “Peg”.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Project Paws (https://projectpawzrescuenc.org/) or Stanly County Habitat for Humanity (https://stanlyhabitat.org/ )
Stanly Funeral and Cremation Care of Albemarle is serving the Mabry family.
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