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Matthew Willing Obituary

AIKEN, S.C.- SPC Matthew Lott Willing, 20, of Aiken, S.C. died June 9 at Fort Lewis, Wash. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday at Shellhouse Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. James M. Hope officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memory Cemetery. SPC Willing was born in Greenville, S.C. and was a lifelong resident of Aiken. He was a member of Grace Presbyterian Church and was serving in the U.S. Army. He was in Iraq when he was injured. He was flown back to Fort Lewis, Wash. to recuperate. He is survived by his loving parents, H. Lee and Marie Doscher Willing. Other survivors include a sister, Ashley Willing; a brother, Andrew Willing and maternal grandmother, Ann K. Doscher, all of Aiken. SPC Willing will receive Full Military Honors. Memorials may be directed to Grace Presbyterian Church, 49 Varden Dr., Aiken, S.C. 29803. The family will receive friends tonight at Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc., 924 Hayne Ave., Aiken. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com

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Published by The Augusta Chronicle on Jun. 15, 2004.

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Scott Chappell

June 9, 2021

I remember what a hard worker Matthew was and how he was always so anxious to help out in any way he could!! I know that he also did an awesome job for his country!!! I will always remember Matthew!!!!

Scott Chappell

June 23, 2004

My name is Scott Chappell. I was Matt's music teacher years ago at Aiken Elementary. Matt was an excellent student and certainly worked hard. He certainly gave the ultimate sacrifice and has all of my respect for that. You all are and will continue to be in my prayers.

Sincerely,

Scott Chappell

Mike Bledsoe

June 21, 2004

Lee and Marie,

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.We appreciate the job Matt was doing in Iraq.May his memory live on in your hearts forever. In Christ,

Mike & Martha Bledsoe

Kris Ingle

June 16, 2004

Now I see the time we had before

Was just a passing moment that we can't share anymore

And I've learned that written words are not the same

As when you take the time to say it and let the clouds release the rain



And I wish my dreams alone could bring back my old friend

But yesterday is just something I can't mend

And I've broke down for my lost brother, and I've died for mamma too

Now my tears fall down for you, for you



And I say one thing each day, before I lay me down

I thank god for your sweet smile although you're not around

And I can't overcome your memory in my mind

It's a bridge I'll never cross until the end of time



And I wish my dreams alone could bring back my old friend

But yesterday is just something I can't mend

Cause I've broke down for my lost father, and I've cried for sister too

Now my tears fall down for you, for you

John Doscher

June 15, 2004

Our love and prayers are with you, the family. We are so very sorry to hear such news.

S. K Roberts

June 15, 2004

When the pain is so great that you cannot find the words to say a prayer; When your heart is so heavy that you cannot move your lips to ask; When you think that you do not have a prayer: GOD hears you.... I am so sorry for the loss of your son & brother. My heart aches for you all. I just want you to know that I appreciate the sacrifice that your son made for our country and he will live on forever. Your son is a true hero. I will hold you all up in prayer. GOD BLESS YOU ALL and Thank you for all your son did in the name of peace

Loretta Kelley

June 15, 2004

Lee,Marie and Family, I want to tell you I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your Son. and I'm praying for your Family.

Loretta Kelley

Brenda Lamb

June 15, 2004

I am so sorry to read about the loss of your son! My heart goes out to you.

Suzanne Riddle

June 15, 2004

I am a friend of Betsy's and I remember Matthew when I would be around the family. May God be with you during this diffcult time.

Chet Frady

June 15, 2004

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Robert DeLattre

June 15, 2004

I am so sorry for your loss. Matt was a wonderful kid and a fine young man. My heart goes out to his entire family.



Bob DeLattre

tom tantillo

June 15, 2004

Dear Lee and Marie

My prayers are with you. may God Bless you and keep you.

love

Tom

MORTGAGE DEPT

June 15, 2004

MARIE

MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME

WE ARE KEEPING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN OUR PRAYERS.

MORTGAGE DEPARTMENT

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Stephen Ellis

June 15, 2004

My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. May you find comfort in your memories and peace that he is with God. We appreciate all your son did for our country. Bless you all.

Julie & Martin McCrum

June 15, 2004

Our deepest sympathy to your family in the loss of your son Matthew. Our son is in Iraq also and we honor you at this time. Our prayers go with you in the days ahead and know that so many share in your loss.

James Creech

June 15, 2004

God bless you and your family. May you rest in peace. Thank you for your service.

Raumando Thompson, (SGT)

June 15, 2004

My hearts and prayers goes out to you and your family. I didn't know your son, but I feel very close because I to am a soldiers fighting in Iraq. You son had great strenght and courage for fighting and protect his home land. Again my heart, prayers and blessing goes out to all of you.

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