Our Staff
Kris Matthews
Owner/Funeral Director & Embalmer
Kris Matthews is a licensed funeral director and embalmer, and the second-generation owner of Matthews Funeral Home and Cremation Service. He officially took over the family business from his parents, Randy and Barbara Matthews, in January 2025, continuing the family’s long-standing tradition of compassionate care and service to the community.
Kris earned his first bachelor’s degree from Oklahoma State University in 2011 and worked in the Oil and Gas industry until returning to school to complete his Bachelor of Funeral Science in 2017. His decision to pursue funeral service reflects his deep commitment to supporting families during some of life’s most difficult moments.
Kris and his wife, Chelsey, were both born and raised in Edmond, and wanted their two boys Colton and Cannon to grow up in this great city. In his free time, Kris enjoys being outdoors, hunting with the boys and their dogs, watching Colton play baseball and Cannon play golf, and making memories with his family.
Kris Matthews
Owner/Funeral Director & Embalmer
Kris Matthews is a licensed funeral director and embalmer, and the second-generation owner of Matthews Funeral Home and Cremation Service. He officially took over the family business from his parents, Randy and Barbara Matthews, in January 2025, continuing the family’s long-standing tradition of compassionate care and service to the community.
Kris earned his first bachelor’s degree from Oklahoma State University in 2011 and worked in the Oil and Gas industry until returning to school to complete his Bachelor of Funeral Science in 2017. His decision to pursue funeral service reflects his deep commitment to supporting families during some of life’s most difficult moments.
Kris and his wife, Chelsey, were both born and raised in Edmond, and wanted their two boys Colton and Cannon to grow up in this great city. In his free time, Kris enjoys being outdoors, hunting with the boys and their dogs, watching Colton play baseball and Cannon play golf, and making memories with his family.
Chelsey Matthews
Owner & Business Manager
Chelsey Matthews brings over 13 years of experience in public accounting to her role managing the business operations at Matthews Funeral Home. A 2011 graduate of Oklahoma State University, Chelsey built her career in accounting before joining her husband in the family-owned funeral home. Her attention to detail and commitment to supporting the Matthews Funeral Home team reflect her dedication to both the business and the community it serves.
Outside of work, Chelsey enjoys golfing, reading, and spending time with her family. She especially loves cheering on her two sons at their many sporting events and relaxing with her beloved dogs.
Chelsey Matthews
Owner & Business Manager
Chelsey Matthews brings over 13 years of experience in public accounting to her role managing the business operations at Matthews Funeral Home. A 2011 graduate of Oklahoma State University, Chelsey built her career in accounting before joining her husband in the family-owned funeral home. Her attention to detail and commitment to supporting the Matthews Funeral Home team reflect her dedication to both the business and the community it serves.
Outside of work, Chelsey enjoys golfing, reading, and spending time with her family. She especially loves cheering on her two sons at their many sporting events and relaxing with her beloved dogs.
Randy Matthews
Founder
Randy graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma in 1981 with a Bachelors of Science degree. He and his wife Barbara married in 1981 and they have two sons Kyle Matthews & WIFE and Kris and wife Chelsey along with 4 grandchildren.
Randy is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer. Randy worked as a Funeral Director in Oklahoma City before taking a management position in Frederick, Oklahoma.
In 1987 he moved back to Edmond where he began his service to the Edmond community. Randy is a member and President of the Chapter of the Exchange Club, who’s mission is the prevention of child abuse.
He’s a member of the Edmond Historical society and a volunteer at Breakfast on Boulevard, serving food to those in need. Randy is active in the Edmond Chamber of Commerce, having been an ambassador and member of the Board of Directors. Randy and Barbara are members at the Edmond Church of Christ.
Randy Matthews
Founder
Randy graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma in 1981 with a Bachelors of Science degree. He and his wife Barbara married in 1981 and they have two sons Kyle Matthews & WIFE and Kris and wife Chelsey along with 4 grandchildren.
Randy is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer. Randy worked as a Funeral Director in Oklahoma City before taking a management position in Frederick, Oklahoma.
In 1987 he moved back to Edmond where he began his service to the Edmond community. Randy is a member and President of the Chapter of the Exchange Club, who’s mission is the prevention of child abuse.
He’s a member of the Edmond Historical society and a volunteer at Breakfast on Boulevard, serving food to those in need. Randy is active in the Edmond Chamber of Commerce, having been an ambassador and member of the Board of Directors. Randy and Barbara are members at the Edmond Church of Christ.
Barbara Matthews
Co-founder & Administrator
Barbara is Yukon native moving to Edmond, OK in 1981. She attended the University of Central Oklahoma completing her studies in Funeral Service. She is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer and co-owner of Matthews Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Edmond, OK.
As a strong supporter of the University of Central Oklahoma’s Funeral Service Department, she began a scholarship campaign to provide funding toward the UCO Funeral Service Endowment fund that will allow scholarships for students who have committed to completing and working in the Funeral Service Profession. The Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association has been matching the funds collected up to $15,000. She also established a clothing closet at the school to help students build a professional wardrobe who are graduating, entering their practicum or starting an apprenticeship.
Barbara is involved in the Edmond Community with Edmond Rotary, past President of the Edmond Senior Community Foundation, Edmond Women’s Club, Ida Freeman Rotary Reader, Edmond Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Edmond Church of Christ.
She is a member of the Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association and the National Funeral Directors Association.
Most importantly, she and Randy are proud parents of two sons, Kyle, Kris and wife Chelsey, along with four grandchildren.
Randy and Barb have celebrated over two decades as Edmond’s only locally owned and operated Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
Barbara Matthews
Co-founder & Administrator
Barbara is Yukon native moving to Edmond, OK in 1981. She attended the University of Central Oklahoma completing her studies in Funeral Service. She is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer and co-owner of Matthews Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Edmond, OK.
As a strong supporter of the University of Central Oklahoma’s Funeral Service Department, she began a scholarship campaign to provide funding toward the UCO Funeral Service Endowment fund that will allow scholarships for students who have committed to completing and working in the Funeral Service Profession. The Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association has been matching the funds collected up to $15,000. She also established a clothing closet at the school to help students build a professional wardrobe who are graduating, entering their practicum or starting an apprenticeship.
Barbara is involved in the Edmond Community with Edmond Rotary, past President of the Edmond Senior Community Foundation, Edmond Women’s Club, Ida Freeman Rotary Reader, Edmond Chamber of Commerce and a member of the Edmond Church of Christ.
She is a member of the Oklahoma Funeral Directors Association and the National Funeral Directors Association.
Most importantly, she and Randy are proud parents of two sons, Kyle, Kris and wife Chelsey, along with four grandchildren.
Randy and Barb have celebrated over two decades as Edmond’s only locally owned and operated Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
Harley Cox
Funeral Director/ Embalmer
Harley is a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer with Matthews Funeral Home and Cremation Service. He graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma in 2009.
Harley is an army veteran, having served nine years with two tours in Iraq, and is a member of the VFW and American Legion. He is an officer with the OKC chapter of the MES game club, a member of Mensa and an Eagle Scout.
He grew up in southwest Oklahoma City and graduated as a Valedictorian from Westmoore High School. Harley resides in Edmond, with his wife Heather and their two boys, Liam and Aidan.
Harley Cox
Funeral Director/ Embalmer
Harley is a licensed Funeral Director/Embalmer with Matthews Funeral Home and Cremation Service. He graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma in 2009.
Harley is an army veteran, having served nine years with two tours in Iraq, and is a member of the VFW and American Legion. He is an officer with the OKC chapter of the MES game club, a member of Mensa and an Eagle Scout.
He grew up in southwest Oklahoma City and graduated as a Valedictorian from Westmoore High School. Harley resides in Edmond, with his wife Heather and their two boys, Liam and Aidan.
Rebekah Crockett
Funeral Director/ Embalmer
Rebekah Crockett is a licensed funeral director and embalmer with Matthews Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
She graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a Bachelors of Funeral Service in 2021 after transferring from Dodge City Community College in 2019.
Rebekah is a covenant member of Bridgeway Church and enjoys being a part of their young adult ministry, Anchor.
She enjoys spending her free time catching up with friends, reading good books, and enjoying the great outdoors.
Rebekah Crockett
Funeral Director/ Embalmer
Rebekah Crockett is a licensed funeral director and embalmer with Matthews Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
She graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a Bachelors of Funeral Service in 2021 after transferring from Dodge City Community College in 2019.
Rebekah is a covenant member of Bridgeway Church and enjoys being a part of their young adult ministry, Anchor.
She enjoys spending her free time catching up with friends, reading good books, and enjoying the great outdoors.
Sonya Hamilton-Gomez
Funeral Director/ Embalmer
Sonya is a recent addition to the staff at Matthews Funeral Home. She received her Bachelors of Funeral Science from the University of Central Oklahoma and is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer. She also attended Oklahoma Baptist University where she majored in Performing Arts.
Sonya is married to Corey Gomez of NW Oklahoma City and is a mother to four sons, Daulton, Dylan, Brittain, Brady and four cats. She loves anything outdoors including knee boarding, kayaking, riding Harley Davidsons , watching her two younger sons play baseball and football, taking lake trips with her family and traveling with her husband.
She has also been personal training for 15 years and is still passionate about her clients, their health and their personal growth. Sonya takes great pride in the restorative art side of her job here at Matthews Funeral as that is where her passion thrives and being able to serve families in all areas of this industry is something her heart was called to do.
Sonya Hamilton-Gomez
Funeral Director/ Embalmer
Sonya is a recent addition to the staff at Matthews Funeral Home. She received her Bachelors of Funeral Science from the University of Central Oklahoma and is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer. She also attended Oklahoma Baptist University where she majored in Performing Arts.
Sonya is married to Corey Gomez of NW Oklahoma City and is a mother to four sons, Daulton, Dylan, Brittain, Brady and four cats. She loves anything outdoors including knee boarding, kayaking, riding Harley Davidsons , watching her two younger sons play baseball and football, taking lake trips with her family and traveling with her husband.
She has also been personal training for 15 years and is still passionate about her clients, their health and their personal growth. Sonya takes great pride in the restorative art side of her job here at Matthews Funeral as that is where her passion thrives and being able to serve families in all areas of this industry is something her heart was called to do.
Noel Harold
Office Manager
Noel Harold joined us in the spring of 2021. She’s a graduate of Edmond North High School. After high school, she continued her education at the University of Central Oklahoma.
Noel enjoys being the mother of two active little boys, Weston and Walker. They love spending time outdoors playing all types of sports and enjoying nature. She also dedicates time to volunteer work, reading and spending time with friends and family.
Noel Harold
Office Manager
Noel Harold joined us in the spring of 2021. She’s a graduate of Edmond North High School. After high school, she continued her education at the University of Central Oklahoma.
Noel enjoys being the mother of two active little boys, Weston and Walker. They love spending time outdoors playing all types of sports and enjoying nature. She also dedicates time to volunteer work, reading and spending time with friends and family.