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Robert Matthews Obituary
MATTHEWS, Robert L. "Bob" Matthews, Jr., 58, died Saturday, Feb. 6, 2010, in Boulder, CO, in a plane accident. He was born August 25, 1951 to Dorothy (Antczak) and Robert Matthews, Sr. in Omaha, NE. Bob attended Creighton Prep High School and graduated from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln. He also graduated from the University of Nebraska School of Law. Bob married Cynthia Alvine on June 26, 1976 in Omaha and they moved to Boulder, CO in 1979. Bob was an attorney, specializing in civil litigation for Faegre Benson in Boulder. He was a member of Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Boulder, and served on the board of directors of the Sister Carmen Community Center and the Caring Pregnancy Center. Bob was an avid pilot, water skier, rafter, and basketball player and an inspirational husband, father, grandpa and friend. He is survived by his wife Cindy, sons Andy and Doug, daughter Jessie, daughter-inlaw Nancy, to-be son-in-law Bryson, grandson Ty Robert Matthews, one expected grandson, and sisters, Molly Whitehead, Escondido, CA and Connie Belina, Omaha, NE. A combined Mass of Christian Burial for Bob and his brother, Mark, will be held at 11:00 am Sat., Feb. 13th, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 715 Cabrini Dr., Lafayette, CO, with Rev. Andrew Kemberling, Msgr. Robert Amundsen and Father Thomas Lynch as celebrants. In lieu of gifts or flowers, the families have asked that donations be made to Sister Carmen Center at 701 W. Baseline Rd., Lafayette, CO 80026. This nonprofit agency provides food, clothing and other emergency services to some of the neediest in our community. Bob was passionate about supporting their mission to help the poor.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Matthews
Mark Dankof
February 4, 2025
Mark Dankof
February 14, 2024
Mark Dankof
February 14, 2024
Mark Dankof
February 14, 2024
Mark Dankof
February 14, 2024
Mark Dankof
February 14, 2024
Mark Dankof
February 14, 2024
I just wanted Bob, Jr.´s family to know that my Mother, Vera Dankof, passed away December 4th after 6 months in Hospice here in San Antonio. She will join my Dad at Arlington National Cemetery. My parents held Bob´s parents in great esteem; they were grateful for Bob, Jr.´s thoughtfulness in informing them of his Dad´s passing. I´m presently going through tons of photos and slides of decades past. If I find more items on Bob Jr.´s folks, I will send them along faithfully.
Pastor Mark Dankof
October 1, 2023
My Mother is in Hospice in San Antonio at 102. In going through tons of documents, letters, slides, books, and pictures, I came across a photo of Bob´s father (Bob, Sr.), with my parents presumably taken at Omaha University circa 1940-41. Bob, Sr. was the Best Man at my parents´ wedding in June of 1941. I thought the Matthews family might like a copy.
Maggie (Troia) Erhardt
February 19, 2010
Cindy,
I deeply and tenderly feel for you in your sorrow. It has been many years since I have seen you and remember fondly our youthful friendship. I knew Bob as well. I know that your heart is broken . Prayers will continue for you and your family.
Maggie (Troia) Erhardt
Loretta Miller
February 16, 2010
Mrs.Matthews, I cant imagine how hard this must be for you and I want to express my deepest condolences to you and your family in this time of tragedy.
Mark Dankof
February 13, 2010
Bob´s father, Robert Matthews, Sr., was best man at my parents´s wedding in Omaha in June of 1941. I had been in touch with Bob, Jr. months ago by e-mail, when my father, Colonel Karl Dankof (USAF-ret.), passed away in San Antonio. I regret not having had more time and opportunities to get to know him, and his fine family. May the love of Christ surround Bob and Mark's families in the difficult days ahead. Pastor Mark Dankof, Immanuel Lutheran Church, San Antonio, Texas
Debe' White
February 13, 2010
Cindy, Andy, Doug and Jessie. My thoughts and prays are with you and your family and Mark's family as well. My Jesse and I send all out love to you during this time. God Bless and stay strong.
Debe'White & Jesse White
Judy Box
February 12, 2010
Our family sends prayers to Cindy, Andy, Doug, and Jessie. Our thoughts and prayers are also with Mark Matthew's family.
Fred and Judy Box, Rob Griffin, Julia Box, and Molly Box
laura callahan
February 12, 2010
Dear Cindy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this very difficult time. To lose your husband so unexpectedly and tragically is beyond comprehension. I haven't seen you in many years but think of you every day as I drive past your childhood home on my way to work. Now I will be praying for comfort for you each day as I pass by. I am so sorry for your loss, Cindy. Laura Caniglia Callahan Mercy '71
Barbara Ruser
February 11, 2010
Dearest Cindy,
A coworker just informed me of the accident. Somehow I had missed the awful news of the loss of your beloved Bob & his brother. My heart aches for you and your family. Bob was such a wonderful human being: funny, warm, smart and loving. I remember you both so fondly and how I always marveled at the wonderful and special relationship you shared. You were both so blessed to have each other. Bob was an asset to this world and he will be so missed.
With sincere sympathy,
Barb Ruser
February 11, 2010
Cindy & Family
Our condolences to you and Bob's extended family. This is truly a loss to the everyone who knew Bob and especially to the people he inspired.
Pat and Rose Ryan
A 71 Prepster
February 10, 2010
I'll never forget Bob shutting down Central's big gun in that '69 Final. He was my MVP on that State Championship team.He embodied poise and class in all he did.
Rick Whitman
February 10, 2010
Our condolences to Bob's family. Many memories of Bob, who we talked to at the 40th Class reunion. We talked of visiting him in Colorado this summer, and of Prep, and our road trip to St. Louis in 1970. He will be missed. Rick and Shelley Whitman, Papillion, NE.
Dan Morrissey
February 10, 2010
I remember "Bobby Matthews" from our days together at St. Margaret Mary's grade school, and our family homes were just a block away from each other. I had not seen or heard anything about him for more than 40 years, but the tragic story of his passing brought back a lot of great memories. My sincere condolences to his family.
Terry Italia
February 10, 2010
Dear Cindy, Andy, Doug, and Jessie
My heartfelt condolences for the loss of you husband, father and uncle. I will miss Bob and Mark, but consider myself lucky for having had them as fraternity brothers, and friends for all these years.
Bob was truely a special man. He embodied all that is good in people. For all he achieved in his life, he was the most proud of all of you. He will live on through you and that is a good good thing.
Terry Italia
Friend Mike
February 10, 2010
Remembering Bob in the '69 state basketball tourney. Ain't no way, Bob.
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