Ralph Matthews

Ralph Matthews

Ralph Matthews Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Dec. 15, 2009.
MATTHEWS, Ralph "Spence," was born February 25, 1953 in Richmond, Va., and passed away December 9, 2009 in Centennial, Colo. He was the husband of Laura May Matthews; father of Kristen Allyson Matthews; brother of Thomas "Tom" Matthews and Michael "Mike" W. Matthews. Spence was a Lieutenant in the United States Navy and pilot for United Airlines for 25 years. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, December 17, 2009 at the Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 11150 E. Dartmouth Ave., Aurora, Colo. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to www.pancan.org. Online condolences may be made at www.HoranCares.com.


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Robin VanNess Tignor

January 9, 2010

Dear Tom and Mike,
I just saw the notice on Facebook about Spence. I am so sorry for your loss. Growing up in Westbury was so wonderful, wasn't it? Seems like a simpler time, when Moms visited over coffee, and kids played outside together. So many memories...
Please know the your families are in my prayers.

Susan, Pete & Ian Troyan/Womphrey

December 15, 2009

Dear Laura and Kristen,

Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Spence will be greatly missed. Please know that we are here for you.

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