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Matthew Williams Edge
1957 - 2013
Matthew Williams Edge
1957 - 2013
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BORN
1957
DIED
2013
Matthew Edge Obituary
January 17, 1957-January 6, 2013
Columbus, GA- Matthew Williams Edge of Columbus, GA died peacefully in his home on January 6, 2013 from complications from cancer. He was 55.
Matthew was the beloved son of John and Barbara Edge and is survived by his brother John Edge of Columbus, his sister Judith Ericksen of Callawassie Island, SC, his sister Sally Obenski of Ellicott City, MD, and his rescue dog Haley who lives with Sally.
Matthew graduated from Columbus High School and received a degree in Mathematics from Columbus State University. He spent 6 years in the Navy and worked for Tom's Foods in Columbus for over 20 years.
The family of Matthew Edge would like to recognize the kindness and friendship of Jack and Glenda Nevels, Betty Ford, and Renee Owens and the loving care of Regional Home Care.
A memorial service will be held in the Chapel of Striffler Hamby Mortuary, 4071 Macon Road, Columbus, GA. 31907 at 10:00 Friday morning, January 11, 2013. Interment to follow at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery, Ft. Mitchell, AL. May Matthew rest in peace.
Condolences may be offered at www.shcolumbus.com
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Kevin
July 22, 2013
Mr. & Ms. Edge:
I served with Matt for aboard the USS McCloy some 35 years ago now. We were both red haired electronics technicians and, given the tiny size of our ship, we were rarely ore than a few away from each other for weeks and months on end. We were both avid readers, and your son and I often would go at it hammer and tongs over writers and history and politics and music. We disagreed as often as not, but it was good company always. Tonight, a lifetime later, 7 I was telling my wife (yet another) shipboard tale, when she asked if I knew what Matt was doing now. Google led me here.
I am so sorry for you both. I liked Matt, a lot. He was, sincerely, the best shipmate that I ever had. It was my distinct pleasure to have known him.
Rest in Peace, my friend.
Kevin McNally
Tom Perry
June 4, 2013
To the family of Matt Edge, I want to express my deepest condolences for your loss. I served with Matt in the Navy and considered him my best friend during the time I knew him. We lost touch sometime after we went to our ships but I never forgot our friendship. Every time I hear Bob Dylan I think of Matt, his biggest fan.
I just discovered this sad news and it's like a punch in the gut. He will surely be missed.
Dyann Taylor Dowling
January 14, 2013
Sally, Judith and John - I am so sorry for your loss - I swear he still looks like our little Matthew. My prayers are with you and I love you all.
Donna Edenfield
January 11, 2013
Matt will be missed by his TOM's family. Such a brilliant man!
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January 11, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It was an honor and priviledge to get to know Matthew.
Regional Home Care
January 10, 2013
sending our deepest sympathy.
Robert&Joyce Strickland
mary ring
January 10, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with Matt's family.
Jeff Megrue
January 10, 2013
To the Edge family,
I am very sad to hear of Matthew's passing. He was my best childhood friend. I tried to locate him several times over the years without success. I only wish I had known sooner.
Rest in peace Matt. Someday we will see each other again. May they have the best books, music, and a pool table.
Jeff Megrue
January 10, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Elizabeth Orillion-Ryan
January 10, 2013
Dear, dear Matt,
So lovable and so loved. I will ALWAYS remember you from our college days. Soar high, Matt; you truly were one of a kind. Gayle and Pat Ryan
With Deepest Sympathy
January 10, 2013
Sorry for your loss. May God comfort the family in this time of sorrow 2 Corin 1:2-4.
Deborah Barker-Johnson
January 10, 2013
So sorry to hear of Matthew's passing. May God bless you all. I will always have the fondest memories of him.
Andy & Sandy Andrews
January 10, 2013
Dear Barbara and Family, We're so very sorry for your loss. Know that you're in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. God Bless.
Jim Davenport
January 9, 2013
Matthew was a good friend and will be missed.
Shelly and Ricardo Martinez
January 9, 2013
Dear Sally and family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. You have been a wonderful support to Matthew during his illness. We wish you God's peace and comfort during this family time and in the days to come.
Carol Lewis Korzan
January 9, 2013
To the entire Edge family, our dear, dear friends and neighbors. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We love you all. Our lives have been blessed to have known each of you. We have fond memories of Matthew and know he is in heaven with all those wonderful people who have proceded him.
Carol, Buddy, Ricky, Alvie and Eddie
Kay Zibilich
January 9, 2013
Dearest Sally,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My deepest sympathy to you and all of your family.
January 9, 2013
Dearest Sally et al
I am so sorry for your loss. Matthew was a kind and brave man. May perpetual light shine upon him. All my love.
Jeannine
Brenda Cobb
January 9, 2013
Matt will always be remembered by all of us at Tom's/Lance. My heart and prayers go to the family.
Steve and Debbie Blanton
January 9, 2013
Sending our deepest sympathy.
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