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Eddie Matney Obituary
He was a resident of Washington County, Va., a graduate of Abingdon High School and a driver for UPS. Eddie enjoyed racing, hunting, fishing and camping.
Eddie was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Henry William Matney, and his maternal grandmother, Shirley Pauline Layne.
He is survived by the love of his life, his wife, Bridget Jan Bartley Matney. He was the devoted daddy of Logan Lee and Hanna-Raye Grace. Additional survivors include his loving parents, Eddie Matney Sr., and wife Melody of Hurley Va.; special in-laws, Rick and Becky Bartley of Abingdon, Va.; his sister and brother-in-law, Tiffany Chantille Wise and Charlie of Damascus; his brother and sister-in-law, Jonathan Henry Matney and Brandy of Abingdon, Va.; his paternal grandmother, JoAnn E. Matney, Abingdon, Va.; his maternal grandfather, Earvin Layne of Hurley; his nieces and nephews, Brooke and Sydney Wise, Drake Matney and Hunter and Lane Bartley; and many dear friends.
Funeral services for Eddie Ray Matney Jr., will be held on Monday, Sept. 24, 2007, at 11 a.m. at the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service, 19415 Lee Highway, Abingdon, with the Rev. Darrell Davis, Pastor David Gibson and Brother Randy Davenport officiating. Entombment will follow in the Colonial Chapel Mausoleum of Forest Hills Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2007, from 6-9 p.m. at the Forest Hills Chapel of Farris Funeral Service.
Pallbearers will be co-workers from UPS and friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Todd Estep, Derick Estep, Jacob Estep, Chad Bartley, Wesley Shafer, Joshua Shafer, Caleb Shafer, Rusty Snellenburger, Jeffrey Prater, Alex Prater, Donnie Anderson, Shawn Matney and Jerry Matney.
Those wishing to send memories or messages of sympathy online may do so by visiting www.farrisfuneralservice.com.
Farris Funeral Service is serving the family of Eddie Ray Matney Jr.
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Carla Terry
September 29, 2007
I'm so sorry that i was unable to come to Eddie Ray's Funeral. My family and i was so sad to hear of your loss. Please at any time give any one of us a call if you need anything. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers
Tammy Scott
September 27, 2007
Tiffany, I just learned of Eddies death and was so shocked. I worked at the BP about 5 years ago and always remember Eddie coming in. I have moved to KY and seen it on the enternet. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Please contact me when you can.
Skye (Alexander) Pickholtz
September 25, 2007
Bridget,
You and your sons are in my prayers. I am so sorry to hear about Eddie. May God keep you strong through this ordeal.
With all our love,
Michelle Vanover
September 24, 2007
To all the family of Eddie Ray, Jr.: I am sorry for your loss. May God bless you through the hard times. He will be missed by those that have remembered him from his earlier school years.
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Sharon Estep-Duty
September 24, 2007
I am so very sorry I couldnt be with you all today. I wish I could have, but it didnt turn out that way. But even though I wasnt there in person, I was there in my heart. My thoughts are with all of the families that loved Little Eddie so much. May God keep you all in his loving arms and protect you until you have some time to heal from our loss.
I love you all dearly. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
April Eskridge-Young
September 24, 2007
Tiffany I am so sorry about your brother. I hate that so many years have passed since we have talked or even seen one another. I'm sorry that it had to be under these circumstances. You and your family are in my prayers.
God Bless,
April Eskridge-Young
Cheryl Vance Lester
September 24, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. Eddie delivered meds to our pharmacy. He was a sweet person. You're all in our prayers.
Mark / Carol Keith
September 24, 2007
We are very sorry about your loss and tragedy in the family. We did not know Eddie but my husband was one of the first on the scene of the accident who helped him and his family.If it is possible my husband would like to speak to one of the family he has been very concerned with the children. If there is anything we can do to help you in the time of loss just let us know..........Carol & Mark Keith
Brian Carbary
September 24, 2007
I am very sorry for your loss. You and all of your family is our prayers.
Kristy St.John
September 24, 2007
Bridget, Becky & family
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time in your life.
Kristy St.John and family
Karen Clawson
September 23, 2007
I am very sorry for your loss. I met him when he made deliveries at our office. May God's grace give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Melinda Cain Louthian
September 23, 2007
You and all of you family is our prayers.
Sharon & Leon Stevenson
September 23, 2007
Our Heart is heavy after learning of the accident and the loss of Eddie. We are thankful for the three lives that were spared. May God bless you all and guide you.
Topaz
September 23, 2007
Bridgette,
We are so sorry about Eddie, we know that it is going to rough for you and the family. We will miss him greatly! We are saying alot of prayers for you, the kids and eddie's family. You all are very special to us!! May God bless you as you struggle to get yourself better. Know that you have your friends and family here for you if you need us!! Call me anytime!! Please take care!
Love Topaz (276-494-9466)
vickie baker- estep
September 23, 2007
Dearest Melow,Eddie,& family,
I'm so very sorry that this has happened, Please forgive me for not being there with you all, May the great God oh Mighty watch over you all , and help you all with the pain you guys are bearing,You guys are in my prayers. and Melow i love you all very much.Lynn & family
Rhonda Dunford
September 23, 2007
Becky, so sorry to hear of your family's loss. You were a good friend when we attended college. I think of you often. My condolences to you and your family. Please keep in touch.
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