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Robert L. Matthews

Portland, Oregon

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Matthews, Robert L. 91 March 06, 1920 July 25, 2011 Bob passed into the presence of his Lord and Savior July 25, 2011. His faithful wife of 64 years, Mary Lou, was at his side and his last words were, "I love you." Bob was born in Portland, where he lived most of his life, graduating from Grant...

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Uncle Bob will be remembered for his generosity in relating to others. He was always quick to flash his gracious smile and encourage others with his way with words.
We have a CD of Uncle Bob's piano music which we have been playing for our 3 month old since he was born. It serves as a fond reminder of an incredible man of God.

I am sorry I will be out of town the day for the memorial. I will never forget the holiday celebrations we enjoyed with the Matthews family. Bob's lumpless mashed potatoes were always the talk of the meal. I will also never forget the generosity Uncle Bob an Aunt Mary Lou showed to me on many occasions. He will be missed.
Thinking of you all.

"Uncle Bob" was one of the nicest and kindess people God put on this earth. He wasn't my real "Uncle" but always loved me as if I were family. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him and loved him.

In remembering him I will never forget when we used to take Lesie out Trick Or Treating over in the Grant area when they lived in the "green" house. When we got back, Uncle Bob would always dump her candy out on the living room floor and take his pick of what he wanted to...