Name: Visitation for Matthew Hilton
Start: 2020-01-24T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2020-01-25T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Geisen Funeral Home - Crown Point

Matthew Hilton

HEBRON, IN - Matthew Hilton, age 45, of Hebron, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2020.

Friends may visit with the family on Friday, January 24, 2020 at GEISEN FUNERAL, CREMATION & RECEPTION CENTRE, 606 E. 113th Ave., Crown Point, IN 46307 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at the Funeral Home at 10:00 AM. Services will conclude at the funeral home with cremation to follow.

To view Matthew's online guestbook please visit www.GeisenFuneralHome.com 219-663-2500.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Times on Jan. 22, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Hilton

38 Entries

Kristy & Jerry Keller

March 7, 2020

Our deepest and sincerest condolences to Francis and all the family. We are so saddened to hear this news. The loss of such a great young man and Hero is heartbreaking. Love to you all. He is with you always.

Arlene Campbell

February 6, 2020

God took you too soon Matthew. I'm so glad we got a chance to meet. I bragged so much about you and your wonderful family. So proud to call you cousin. I know your soul is still here and know you and our additional angels with guide and watch out for Jackie and the girls. Until we meet again.

Argentina Grader

January 29, 2020

Our sympathy to his family. Cousins Argie and Jerry Grader

Don St George

January 27, 2020

My interaction with Matt only goes back about a year, and was in a professional capacity with Truth Data. I can honestly say that our professional interaction grew into a friendship. Matt's infectious optimism, great sense of humor, and consistent encouragement lifted my spirits on an almost daily basis. He was a true professional and just a good man. His deep love for his family was evident, even through our frequent phone calls and text messages. I pray for God's peace that passes understanding to guard his loving wife and daughters.

Kathy and Judy Maroney

January 25, 2020

Matthew was such a great guy. We enjoyed his visits at our lake cottage. Summers won't be the same without him. So sorry for your loss.

Herman Parcero

January 24, 2020

Jackie and family, we are so sorry to read about Matt's passing. You are all in our thoughts at this difficult time. Karen and Herman

Jeri Gearhart

January 24, 2020

My condolences to Jackie and the girls. I hope the great memories you have of Matt will get you through these next few days.

Tod Beights

January 23, 2020

I had the pleasure of serving with Matt while attached to HSL-47 many moons ago. His passion for all things Whirly Bird and Mech related was hard to surpass. I remember clearly the depth of knowledge he retained was on par with Wikipedia, and even better was his willingness to share it with everyone around him.

A loving Father, supremely successful Chief, and devoted Mentor... Matt was all of these things, and so much more. I share my condolences with the Family as they process his loss, but please know one thing above all: He enriched the lives of all he came in contact with and was revered by those that knew of him.

May God give you strength, peace and understanding in your time of need.

Lovingly
-Tod H. Beights

Dr. Cheryl Chedester

January 23, 2020

Condolences to the family! My son, Richard Chedester, was a hockey partner of Matt. May he Rest In Peace and God provide comfort to each of you as you grieve.

Richard Chedester

January 22, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. I always looked forward to our weekly hockey games. Matt was very helpful when I had multiple job offers and he gave me great advice. I will miss you very much.

Doug McCann

January 22, 2020

You will be missed Brother.

a loved one

Sent Flowers

Thierry

January 22, 2020

I was privileged to work with closely with Matt over the last couple of years. He was extremely dedicated and optimistic and always in for a laugh. It's an absolute shock and I will miss him very much.

Gary Schoenfeld

January 22, 2020

I had the honor to serve with Matt in the US Navy when we met at HSM-41 in San Diego. Outside of work we skated together and played pick-up hockey at ungodly hours at the Kroc Center, most of the times with his father John. I had the privilege to re-enlist Matt at center ice before one of our games with his family all in attendance, I don't know who won but as always, we skated, crashed, and laughed our way through the whole game! There are no words that can express my deepest feeling of loss and sympathy for Jackie and her girls, for John and his wife, for Fran, and for the entire Hilton family. Matt was one of a kind; loving, caring, dedicated, smart, a Navy Chief brother, and a good friend.....I already miss you bro, skate on! May you always rest in peace.

Teresa Schoenfeld

January 22, 2020

Matt was a great friend and will be missed. Gary and I enjoyed time with him and our thoughts and prayers are with the family. What a wonderful person.

John Fowler

January 22, 2020

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of sorrow. Matt was a true professional and an outstanding leader in the Helo community. God Bless.

George Lewis

January 22, 2020

Matt was a good friend of mine as we were stationed together at VQ4 in the power plants shop in Oklahoma back in the mid 90s. Out of our little shop crew, Matt and I were the only helicopter guys or rotor heads so we had that in common and he would always let everyone know how much better he considered that, lol. He was def a great person and I personally can never remember him ever getting mad. He was a great man and my friend and will truly be missed. My condolences to his family.

Abby Bowling

January 22, 2020

I think everyone that knew and loves the Hilton family is shocked by this news. He was a great guy that loved his family. Sending my prayers for comfort for Jackie and the girls. Love yall.

Charlie Douglas

January 21, 2020

Sad news. Ill always remember Matt as Chief. I had the opportunity to work with Chief when he was in the Navy at NAS North Island. Sincere condolences to his family and prayers for comfort and peace in the near term. Rest In Peace Matt.

Dan Vander Linden

January 21, 2020

Praying for Gods peace. He was such a good dude.

Will Tisch

January 21, 2020

We Loved Matt. He will always be a Great Hero to us as a Dear Friend. Prayers for all Family. Will and Eileen

Janet Henson

January 21, 2020

I'm so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and give you peace Janet Henson

Leslie Hilton

January 21, 2020

I am just shocked at Matthews passing. What a great guy he was! You are all in my prayers.❤

Arnold Sapitan

January 21, 2020

From his time in San Diego, HSL41 Quality Assurance, to Jamming with his family band. I know him as a great family man and friend. I will miss you buddy.

"Ski"

January 21, 2020

Jackie, Madison, Kaitie, Lillie...having a hard time processing this, SO very sorry to hear this news. Indeed Matt was the epidemy of positive attitudes and humor, and as you said...for me, the thing that stuck out the most during the time we served together was his absolute and TOTAL loyalty. Rest in peace buddy, rest in peace...God's speed to the pearly gates.

Tom Nied

January 21, 2020

It was truly my privilege to work with Matt at Truth Data. I met Matt several years ago and ended up working very closely with him. We had a great working relationship, and had the opportunity to travel together. Matt's focus on his family was apparent, and I know he will be missed by so many people. My heart goes out to Matt's family and friends.

Catherine Johnson

January 21, 2020

Words will not be enough to comfort this wonderful family in their times of sorrow. Matt will be missed by many, with your communities support you will carry on. So sorry for your loss.

Donald Patton

January 21, 2020

Matthew (we called him Chief) was a teammate of mine on our beer league hockey team, too old to brawl. He and his Dad were part of the original team just getting started. We had a great time. He was a great teammate and friend. Praying for John his Dad, his wife and kids. So sorry for your loss.

Jayant Singh

January 21, 2020

Matt was a great professional and very friendly. We first talked about a year and a half ago. At the very first meeting, we felt like we have known each other for quite some time. After that, we became very good friends and use to discuss ideas for improving our products. He was very passionate about his work.

Iain Ronis

January 21, 2020

From the first introduction just two years ago, Matt was among the friendliest and high-spirited professionals I've worked with. I send my sincere condolences to his family.

Iain Ronis

January 21, 2020

I was very lucky to have met Matt through mutual business work. From the first introduction, Matt was among the friendliest and high-spirited colleagues I know. I send sincere condolences to his family.

Ray Beasley

January 21, 2020

Served with Matt at NAVAIR on the IMDS program. He played an instrumental part in developing the H-53/H-60 IMDS system for all helicopters.
Rest easy brother.
Ray Beasley

Mike Sullivan

January 21, 2020

I worked in the Navy with Matt at Tinker AFB in Oklahoma City 1995-1999. GREAT man!! Fondest memories of fishing with him, riding in his beloved black Mach 1....and my all time favorite...."Turkey Bowl" during one Thanksgiving. Matt was our quarterback in a super muddy shop football game! NOBODY could tackle him!! My sincere condolences to his wife, daughters and parents. If there is anything you all might need do not hesitate to reach out to his AND your extended Navy family. Prayers and love...

Kendall Hackney

January 21, 2020

Matt, you always had a smile on your face which was infectious. You will be missed terribly brother. Save a seat at the table in Vahalla for us my friend. Semper Fi Chief!

Kathyrn Madigan

January 21, 2020

Matt was my hockey pal to begin with but I was soon part of his life outside the rink. I especially loved being with friends and family celebrating holidays together or playing rock and roll in our little garage band!
At hockey Matt and Will backed me up, took care of me, and taught me so very much on the ice!
We got to play at the LA Staple Center in October of 2010, and afterward watch the Kings beat the Devils in their evening game.
Another time he and Will played against a tough team, too tough for me, but I joined the families and egged them on!
Matthew and I shared the Navy, albeit, I was a generation ahead of him. He, the mechanic, me the medic!
He was so very special to me and I will miss him dearly, keeping him always in my prayers.
Thank you Matthew for being my friend, love,
Kat

Joe Morehead

January 21, 2020

Miss you so much already Matt. Your zest for life always motivated us all. Fair winds and follow seas Chief.

Brenda Sterk

January 21, 2020

So sorry for your loss! MAY God bless you and your family during this difficult time

geoffrey brumage

January 21, 2020

Man the times we shared. The good bad and ugly of us Mechs in VQ-4. What an amazing man Matt was. Very passionate, kind hearted and a good man. I was fortunate to call Matt a friend. We were stationed in VQ-4, Tinker AFB Oklahoma together for a few years in the late 90s. We had quite the crew back then. Matt was such an integral part of our tight nit Power Plants work center. Seems as if every week we were getting together somewhere with all of the peeps in the shop and their families. Matt was a dedicated Sailor who always stood by his word and taught me a lot about sound maintenance practices. Matt, you will be missed by anyone who's life you touched. The world needs more people like Matt Hilton.Love and prayers to his family and friends.

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