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Alexander Matthews Obituary

Alexander G. Matthews, 73, Leawood, Kan., passed away Friday, August 1, 2008, from Alzheimer's. Alex was born and raised in New York City and came to Kansas City 26 years ago. He was a graduate of LaSalle Academy, NYC and Seton Hall University. While he loved PR work at BMA, what he really enjoyed was the opportunity to run a KU holiday basketball tournament. In earlier years he worked with the NY Giants and the Atlanta Falcons. One of his proudest accomplishments was running in the NYC marathon at age 48. After leaving PR work in the insurance industry, he worked for the Johnson County Library. Alex leaves his wife of 46 years, Marlene; sons, Alex and Neil; daughter, Jennifer (Chris) Bush; and granddaughter, Leah. Our family wishes to thank all the staff of Village Shalom that cared so well for Alex his last 6 1/2 years. A Funeral Mass will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 9, at Church of the Nativity, 119th and Mission Road. Visitation will begin at 10:30 a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Village Shalom, 5500 W. 123rd St., Overland Park, KS 66209 or the Alzheimer's Association, 3846 W. 75th St., Prairie Village, KS 66208. Arr.: Cremation Society of KS & MO, 913- 383-9888.

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Published by Kansas City Star from Aug. 7 to Aug. 8, 2008.

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Libby Buss

August 12, 2008

Dear Marlene and family -
You probably don't remember me, but I worked with/around Alex at BMA. He was a very nice guy and a pleasure to work with. I was sorry to learn of his passing and the difficulties he and you must have faced during the past few years.

Charlie FARUGIA

August 9, 2008

Dear Marlene,

We learned of Alex's passing from Buddy Brogan. Alex was a wonderful guy. I fondly remember the weekend in NYC at the reunion in 1985, and still have the poster Alex had made of me in my swimsuit.

Our condolences to you and your family.

June & Charlie Farugia

Joan Lee

August 9, 2008

Dear Marlene and Family,

My deepest sympathies for you and your family. After reading just some of your husbands accomplishments and his life, he was a gentleman I would have liked to have met. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joanie

Mary Adams

August 8, 2008

Dear Aunt Marlene and family Uncle Buzz will be missed deeply. I'm glad that Jeff and I could visit with you all during our visit in Kansas.

Melanie Heath

August 8, 2008

Dear Marlene and Family;
I wish to thank you for the privilege of caring for Alex. He was a gentle soul and his eyes would often shine with laughter. He will be greatly missed.
May God Bless you,
Melanie Heath and the Staff of the Suites.

Buddy Brogan

August 7, 2008

Marlene and Family;

Just read of the passing of Al in Newsday here on LI. I saw you both at the reunion in 1988. I enjoyed working with him at the Met.
I retired from the PD eight years ago.
If possible, send me your address or e-mail address. I am still in touch with Bob Crimmins and Charlie Farugia whom I will notify. Rest in peace Al.
Buddy and Eileen

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