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1984
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2015
Matthew Ball Obituary
Matthew was passionate about his family and he loved them fiercely. As a child he built a house with his brothers and grandfather. Matthew also enjoyed reading. BBQing, the yearly family reunions held throughout Oregon, watching the Seahawks, and hiking with his sons. Matthew was known for his "shit eating grin" and his amazing sense of humor. Matthew recently landed his dream job as a diesel mechanic, and often talked about fixing up his old Dodge Dart with his sons. His family and friends will miss him greatly.
Matthew's memorial will be held on Monday, May 18th at 5 PM at North Side Free Will Baptist Church. The service will be open to the public- all friends are encouraged to come and share their favorite stories of Matthew.
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Ball
Jeremie Roberts
May 25, 2015
You will forever be missed my brother and friend.
Joseph Brazil
May 19, 2015
Hearing about your passing has hit me like a ton of bricks old friend!! I know it had been some years since we have spoken and that pains me for I never had the chance to catch up on old times and say goodbye. We had a lot of good times when we were younger and a lot of memories were made that will never be forgotten. When I started going down the wrong path using drugs you told me I was better than that, but I didn't listen. I should have but things are different it just took me longer to see the way things should have been. I guess this is goodbye my friend may you rest in peace!!
Joseph Brazil
May 19, 2015
Hearing about your passing has hit me like a ton of bricks old friend!! I know it had been some years since we have spoken and that pains me for I never had the chance to catch up on old times and say goodbye. We had a lot of good times when we were younger and a lot of memories were made that will never be forgotten. When I started going down the wrong path using drugs you told me I was better than that, but I didn't listen. I should have but things are different it just took me longer to see the way things should have been. I guess this is goodbye my friend may you rest in peace!!
~T~
May 19, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Matt was such a great guy, and it's unbelievable that has gone. We havent spoke in years but the occasional hi around town. My deepest condolences to you and your family Matt. May you Rest In Peace man.
May 19, 2015
Unable to find the words to pour out what is in my heart Matt. It's been a long time since you and I actually spent time together..always the running into each other briefly here and there thing..and I'm sorry about that, however in seeing you those times, the light in your eyes when you brought up your boys told the story of your life as a man and a father. :) I remember the first time I'd ever actually met you, although you and the other kids had been friends for a while and I'd heard about you, you told me "Thank you" for going out of my way in protection-mode (you know what I'm talking about) and I thought that was really cool and thoughtful, very mature...that framed our relationship from there through those years. Those memories, along with the memories of your very formative years, live in my mind, just as you live in the hearts of my family. Rest easy hon...See you again! ~K~
Loretta Boss
May 18, 2015
I worked with Matthew at LCC his favorite topic to talk about was family. So sorry for your great loss. Loretta Boss
James Mann
May 18, 2015
To my brother Matt Ball u are always in are hearts thru thick and thin rest in peace my brother I will always love u as my brother! See u again my friend
Haley Simmons
May 18, 2015
I didn't know Matt well, but I did know this... He is man who loved his family and especially those boys! So many thoughts and prayers for the entire family! Much Love!
Stephen Rushford
May 18, 2015
Rest well Matthew, there are so many that will miss you, and so many that will care for your children, so just rest well. Much love brother
sandee Fain
May 18, 2015
I met Matt when he was first born I know his parents and remember his brothers when they were little so sorry for your loss
Kat Hentsch-Frampton
May 17, 2015
So sorry for your loss ! ♡♥♡
Betti Mcknight
May 17, 2015
Forever in our hearts and forever missed.
Ken Berg
May 17, 2015
I did not know Matthew, but he sounds like a real stand up guy. Going by the comments listed, I know he is already greatly missed. My condolences to the family and his friends.
Regena Cooper
May 16, 2015
Sorry for the life lost of a life to young to be cut short. gone but always with us in our hearts. Rest in peace sweet sweet Mathew.
Amber Rogers
May 16, 2015
You were a wonderful friend Matt. I think of you everyday, how addicting your smile was an your corny jokes. I will treasure every memory I have of you. I wish I could be there for your memorial. But since I can't I will be sending a balloon off frm here in your memory. Rest in peace dear an fly high.
shirley trejo
May 16, 2015
Sorry for yalls lost.
Dalida Ball
May 16, 2015
Oh Matthew how I love you so much. You are such an amazing husband and father to our babies. It's been a few days and I've realized that if love could bring you back you would be here. So much love and support has been giving by many. I want you to know the boys and I will be okay in time. It's gonna be hard and have days of uncertainty but we will be okay. I love and miss you terribly sweet husband of mine.
Marie Guynes
May 16, 2015
So sorry for your loss. May the wonderful memories you shared together sustain you until God's promises are fulfilled. (John 6:40)
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