Matthew August Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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North Kingston, Rhode Island

Capt. Matthew J. August believed he could make the world safer for future generations by fighting in Iraq, his father said. "You can''t really weigh the life of your child in terms of what our country''s needs are, but I think he believed in what West Point taught _ duty, honor, country," said Richard August. August, 28, of North Kingstown, R.I., died Jan. 27 when a roadside bomb exploded next to a convoy in Khalidiyah, Iraq. He was based at Fort Riley, Kan. He was an avid outdoorsman and a great trout fisherman, his family said. Officials from August''s high school described him as a quiet leader who distinguished himself with difficult coursework. At West Point, August met his wife, Maureen, and they married in 1998. August''s mother, Donna, said her son was protective of his wife, who also was serving in Iraq. "He doted on her," she said.

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Charlie Gili

November 02, 2018 | Brooklyn, NY

To the family and friends of Capt. Matthew August:
It has truly been my honor to sign Matthew's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message Im able to write. Please forgive me and know that Matthew will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

Peggy Childers

January 27, 2013 | Carson City, NV

Remembering and honoring Captain Matthew August on this day.

May 05, 2012

January 27, 2012
To the family and friends of Capt. Matthew August:
Always remembering Matthew. "Some gave all."

Peggy Childers

January 28, 2012 | Carson City, NV

To the families of our American Heroes,

I want to thank each of you for your personal
sacrifices on behalf of my family and America.
May God comfort your souls and bring peace in
your hearts that your loss is not in vain.
God Bless our valiant warriors families in the
ages to come.

RIP courageous ones!
Psalm 25:20

A greatful Veteran
MSgt USAF (Ret)
Vietnam 64,65,66,68-6

Julio Rodriguez

September 01, 2011 | Warner Robins, GA

You will never be forgotten!!!

Elizabeth Raab

January 30, 2011 | Hamilton, NJ

To the family and friends of Capt. Matthew August:
Please accept my remembrance of Matthew on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Peggy Childers

January 27, 2011 | Carson City, NV

Your legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew you and shared in your struggle to protect our country and the ultimate sacrifice you gave so that we can be grateful for what we have. Your family, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers will stay in my thoughts and prayers.
A Proud Military Mom.

Elizabeth Raab

January 15, 2011 | Hamilton, NJ

To the family and friends of Capt. Matthew August:
Remembering Matthew on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Peggy Childers

January 27, 2010 | Carson City, NV

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