Mr. Paul James Matthai, 79 of New Concord, Kentucky, passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at the Anna Mae Owen Residential Hospice House in Murray.
Born October 31, 1946, in Nashville, Tennessee, Paul was the son of the late Dr. James Paul Matthai and Dora Faye (Burt) Matthai. He was a proud graduate of Murray State University and was retired from the City of Murray Bee Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Those left to cherish memories of Paul include his loving wife, Mingqin Hu of New Concord, KY; his sister, Claudia Carson of Hazel, KY; nephews, Jason (Vadessa) Carson of Kirksey, KY and Seth (Shannon) Carson of Boaz, KY; nieces, Darcie (Chris) Liddle and Rebecca (Mitch) Lily, both of Hazel, KY. Also surviving are great nieces and nephews, Ethan Carson, Elle Carson, Aiden Carson, Matthew Carson, Colby Liddle, Tanner Liddle, Tyler Lilly, and Sadie Lilly.
In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by his stepmother, Hazel Cowin Matthai.
Graveside services will be conducted Monday, May 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Murray Memorial Gardens, Murray, KY with Sean Yang officiating. Burial will follow the service.
Friends may visit with the family after 9:00 a.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026 at the Blalock-Coleman Funeral Home, 713 S. 4th St., Murray, KY 42071.
Blalock-Coleman Funeral Home & Cremation Services is privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mr. Matthai. Please share your messages of condolence with the family by signing his virtual guestbook at www.blalockcolemanfuneralhome.com.
