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null R. Matthew Songer Obituary
Matthew was a loving husband, brother and son.
In addition to his parents, James and Georgia Songer, he was preceded in death by brothers, James and Mark.
Those who will forever miss his smile include his wife Rita; sisters, Melissa Songer and Becky Price; brothers-in-law, Robert Hice and Greg Price; sisters-in-law, Laurence Songer and Angie Walker-Hice; and longtime friend Craig Vincent.
His last self-description on his Twitter page was: "Non-theist, country boy, artist, geekazoid, handy farmer. Need trouble? I can make it for you." Which still falls short of describing his many aspects.
Accomplishments that he was proud of include Eagle Scout, marching band percussionist, volunteer supervisor at Habitat for Humanity for most of a decade, and a TV Emmy Award for set design while a scenic artist at Turner Studios.
He always used his father's advice when faced with a new challenge: "Don't tell them 'I don't know how.'" "Tell them 'Let me study this and get back to you.'"
Matthew was always up to the challenge, so he added a wide array of IT knowledge to his artistic and master carpentry skills. His sharp wits were balanced by a good sense of humor and his ever willingness to extend a hand when help was needed.
SouthCare Cremation and Funeral Society of Alpharetta was in charge of the arrangements.
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Forsyth County News
Nov. 4, 2020
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Memories & Condolences
6 Entries
Dan Thomas
November 7, 2020
I met Matthew in the 1st grade. We were lifelong friends, although not close because of much different paths in life. We still would run into each other from time to time and that old friendship would rekindle each time. He was a gifted person, sometimes a little qwerky but always a treasured friend. We all meet with a lifetime ahead of us and with the blink of an eye all we have left are the memories. Rest in peace Matthew. You will be missed.
Lynn Pugh
November 5, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. Matthew was a unique guy that brought joy to us as he helped us at the farm. Rita, our prayers are with you.
Michael York
November 4, 2020
A good soul. Prayers to the family for your loss.
Robyn Eisner Gilewski
November 4, 2020
I still have a very precious painting that Mathew painted in highschool. He simply painted it from a postcard. I will treasure it and have a little piece of Mathew in my heart always.
Wanda Hastings
November 4, 2020
My deepest sympathies to the family in the loss of a loved one. To those who have accepted Christ and await us in Heaven, we will see again. Sadness and pain on earth, but what joy awaits us all.
Wanda Hastings
Bobby Sterling
November 3, 2020
Oh no, another FOC member gone. I remember Matthew being such a happy guy back in school. R.I.P. fellow drummer. Prayers for peace and comfort to the family.
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