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Matthew Heiland Obituary
Matt was born December 20, 1986 in Hamilton, MT. He attended school in Darby, MT until age 13 when he and his mother (Teresa Heiland, Hamilton MT) moved to Burney, California. He attended school at Fall River where he excelled in football and wrestling.
In June of 2005, Matt enlisted in the Air Force to pursue his dream of flying jets and was stationed at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma.
Matt will remain in our hearts forever as he was a strong willed, happy and extraordinary young man. Matt brought smiles to all who knew him and loved him. Matt loved Montana, horses, dogs, pickups and motorcycles. He treasured kids, his friends and his family. He touched the lives of many.
A Formal Military Service will be held at 10:00 AM on May 8, 2007 at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, 900 Butler Speath, Gillette WY 82716. Visitation will take place from 4-7PM on May 7, 2007 at Stevenson Willson Funeral Home 210 West 5th St., Gillette, WY 82716.
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Memories and Condolences
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Don & Lee Person & family
May 8, 2007
To Matt's family and friends..
We sill always remember his warm smile, his sense of humor and his willingnes to please, his eagerness for adventure. He served his country with love and pride. Matt touched our live and will always remain in our hearts. He was very special to us, he will be missed. With heartfelt sympathy,
Dan & Monique Kane
May 7, 2007
Matt,You did many things to help us and now your presence is all around us, in our home and on our property. Thank you for being part of our lives. You learned from us, but we learned far more from you. May you rest in peace and God bless you. Thank you for your service to our country, we salute you. Until we meet again cowboy, rest in peace.
Andria French
May 5, 2007
Matt, Your a great guy,you did so much for so many people, you made people laugh when they were down, you were serving for our country and protecting us. Matt you had no down side, i never saw you mad, i never saw you sad. but matt you are and will be missed forever. we all love you and will see you in heaven when our turn comes.
Lane & Andria French
May 4, 2007
Rest in peace Matt, You will be missed by many.
Ami Robertson
May 4, 2007
Matt you will never be forgotten. You brought so many happy times to our lives and we will miss you so much.
Justine Clark
May 4, 2007
matthew, you dont know me but i want to thank you for serveing our country and porteting us. My preys go to the families Thank you Matthew R.I.P.
Allan &Kathy Deuel
May 4, 2007
We will miss you Matt
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