Matthew Wilson Whitman, Jr.

Matthew Wilson Whitman, Jr., age 44, of Bonaire, passed away on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Crisp Regional Hospital after a year long battle with cancer. A memorial service will be held at 4:00 PM on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Abbeville First Baptist Church. Reverend Randy Wells will officiate. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church from 3:00 PM-4:00 PM.

Matthew was born on August 8, 1981, in Americus, Georgia, and grew up in Abbeville, Georgia, Wilcox County. He was the son of Matt Whitman, Sr. and Debbie Dickson-McCartney, and was loved deeply by his family and friends. Matthew was a proud Locomotive Engineer with CSX Railroad, a career he valued and took great pride in. He was also a member of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen. He loved his work and the people he met along the way. A true Georgia sports fan, Matthew loved cheering on the Georgia Bulldogs and the Atlanta Braves. He had a big personality, a big heart, and a way of bringing joy and laughter wherever he went. Matthew was the life of the party—the one who could light up a room, make people smile, and create memories that will be cherished forever. He loved his family fiercely and treasured the friendships he built throughout his life. Matthew was many things to many people: a beloved son, grandson, father, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin, and friend. His presence brought happiness to those around him, and his memory will continue to live on through the countless lives he touched. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joy and Hal Dickson, and his uncle, Pat Whitman.

Survivors include his children, Alexis Bridges (Wesley Carter), Valorie Whitman (Sean Robinson), and Calleigh Whitman; parents, Matt Whitman, Sr. and Debbie Dickson-McCartney (Michael), and Trina Hughes Whitman (Randy Maddox); siblings, Danielle Whitman (Russell Ayotte), Teri Wogan (Jamie Spires), Laura Leigh George (Todd), Luke Whitman (McKenzie), Landon Whitman (Ashley); grandparents, Donald and Priscilla Whitman; cousins, Will Whitman (Rachael), Whitney Groth (Allen), Leah Sears (Leven), West Wells (Erin), Josh Wells (Laura), and Tara Hall (Michael); aunts and uncles, Elise and Randy Wells, Bubba and Melissa Weldon, Alex and Julie Dickson; several nieces and nephews, and many close friends and extended family members who loved him dearly.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established through PayPal to support his daughters.

Those wishing to make a contribution may follow the link to: paypal.me/matthewsgirlss

Frazier & Son Funeral and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements.

Please sign our online registry at www.fraziersonfuneralhome.com.