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William Matlock Obituary
September 21, 1944 - January 26, 2017
Bill was born and raised in Long Beach, and attended Wilson High School. He settled in Colorado after completing his university training and after teaching for several years in Nebraska and California. His passions were hunting and fishing. After retirement he converted several large plots into habitat sanctuaries for wildlife.
Bill was preceded in each by his parents, Dr. Richard and Beverly Matlock, and his brother, Bob. He is survived by his partner, Randy Beineke; his sister, Margie (Jon) Masterson of Long Beach; his brother, Dick (Jo) of Colorado Springs; five nieces: Laura (Eric) Masterson of Portland, OR; Jennifer (Len) Chamberlain of Louisville, CO; Karen (Travis) Taylor of Long Beach; Wendy (Darin) Nesline of Morrison CO; Mary (Jan) Masterson of Bend, OR; and seven great-nieces and nephews.
If you wish, please consider a contribution to one of Bill's favorite charities: Ducks Unlimited Brighton Chapter, 9054 Weld County Road 19, Fort Lupton, CO 80621 or The Nature Conservancy. Please sign the guestbook at www.presstelegram.com/obits.
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Gil Frith
April 29, 2023
I met Bill when I was 19 at the Court Jester in Denver Colorado. I never stop loving him and I never will.
A. H.
March 5, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 4, 2017
My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. Psalms 119:50,76
BC~
FC
February 27, 2017
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Bill Armstrong
February 10, 2017
So many GREAT memories with Bill and his family going back to the late 50's in Long Beach, Lake Arrowhead, Fish Camp thro the 60's and a visit to Randy and his "Ranch" in '84..... While saddened to hear of his passing I'm so grateful to have known him, the many good times, and to have the memories of his smiles and laughs....... He will be missed but not forgotten.....
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