Mathis is a medical examiner, coroner and also owner of a funeral home.[3][2]
On November 6, 2018, Mathis won the election and became a Republican member of Georgia House of Representatives for District 144. Mathis defeated Jessica Walden with 65.38% of the votes.[4] On November 3, 2020, as an incumbent, Mathis won the election and continued serving District 144. Mathis defeated Mary Ann Whipple-Lue with 69.08% of the votes.[5]
Personal life
Mathis' wife is Ellen Mathis. They have three children. Mathis and his family live in Cochran, Georgia.[2]