Ronnie “Pointy Boots” Mathis, the Corpus Christi Westside legend known for his towering cowboy hats, jewel-toned suits, and famously long-toed boots, died Thursday afternoon following a battle with Stage 4 prostate cancer. He was surrounded by family and his beloved wife, Susan Mendez Mathis, in his final days.
For decades, Ronnie was more than a colorful figure on the Westside — he was a symbol of pride, resilience, and community. His signature look, much of which he crafted himself, was never just about fashion. It was always about purpose.
“I had a plan, it wasn’t just style. I had a plan. I really didn’t want to die a nobody,” Ronnie once said…