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Morgan Rose Matthews, 16, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2009 at Renown Medical Center after a courageous fight with pneumonia, her tremendous heart holding out until the end. Morgan was born on December 17, 1992, on her mother's 28th birthday, and truly was the ultimate birthday present.
Morgan attended Huffaker and Roy Gomm Elementary Schools, Reno High School, and was also accepted into Bishop Manogue Catholic High School this year enabling her to attend school with one of her brothers. Morgan loved people, each uniquely and in her own way. Anyone who met Morgan was changed in some way and their lives were never the same after.
Morgan was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Dick Sullivan and Frank Matthews, and uncle, Shawn Sullivan. She is survived by her parents, Joe and Missy Matthews; her brothers, Shawn and Brady Matthews; her grandmothers, Mel Sullivan and Rosa Matthews, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A vigil service will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2009 at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church, 1138 Wright Street. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, May 15, 2009 at 2 p.m., also at the church. Entombment will take place at Mountain View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Morgan Rose Matthews account #0548032283, Nevada State Bank, One West Liberty, Reno, NV 89501, with funds to be divided between Challenger Little League Baseball, and R.A.V.E. (Respite and Volunteer Experiences) her two favorite activities.
The family invites you to share a thought, memory, or condolence message in the “family guestbook“ at the website www.waltonsfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Morgan Matthews
Theresa McElroy-Simko
May 23, 2009
Missy, Joe and Family...
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know Morgan was a special young lady. Missy, you and your family will be in my prayers daily. Take Care.
Chris McKernan
May 20, 2009
Missy, Joe, Melvena and family,
I want to express my deepest sympathy on your loss of Morgan. I know that she was a special girl and you all loved her very much. Remember all of the good times that you had with her. I wish that I had the opportunity to meet and know her.
I truly wish that there was something that I could do to help ease your grief at this time.
I will remember Morgan and your whole family in my prayers.
Chris McKernan
May 18, 2009
Dear Joe, Missy, Brady and Shawn
My heart goes out to you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
My memories of Morgan go back a long way, she was always so happy, such a beautiful spirt and a smile
May you find comfort in all your memories of her.
Fonldy, Lorraine Bonaldi-Moore (Andrew and Anthony too)
Debbie Koch
May 18, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Morgan. She was a beautiful young lady. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May you find comfort in all the memories you have of Morgan.
Roxie Reynolds
May 17, 2009
Sweet memories of Morgan detouring to visit kindergarten--she knew she was always welcome and she always put a smile on our faces.
Morgan had such determination and vivacity that she did more living in her brief time among us than many folks do over decades.
I hope it's a consolation to know how many people she touched. I will be holding you in my thoughts.
--Mrs. Reynolds in kindergarten (but not till the year after Morgan)
colleen Aleo
May 16, 2009
Morgan
We will always remember your smile and laugh and your big heart. But most of all you great hugs... We love you!!!!
Colleen TJ and Julia Aleo
Cathy Arden-Bezick
May 15, 2009
Dear Missy, Joe and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time.
Morgan's star will be a bright light in the sky. Please know that we are thinking of you.
Love Cathy Arden Bezick and Family
Claudia Chambers
May 15, 2009
Dear Missy and family,
I was so very sad to see sweet Morgan’s beautiful picture in the wrong place in the paper. We all send our blessings and condolences to your family at this very sad time. Our entire community will miss your little miss sunshine. Please know your family is in our prayers. Claudia, Alex and Stasia Chambers.
Wendi Wait
May 15, 2009
I always wonder why God takes back the people who teach me the most--especially before I'm finished learning!! Morgan was not overly verbal but she had a HUGE vocabulary as evidenced by the many, many people's lives she touched. She taught us to be patient, accepting, helpful, kind and to be true to ourselves! She taught us to see the humor in the little things. She also taught us simple, unconditional love that is the essence of life. My favorite memories are sitting with my "Bleacher Buddy" Morgie at Little League games at Swope cheering for Brady and Scoop and the rest of the Dodgers. She was always there to give the coaches and players hugs after the game and join in the "post-game wrap". We will remember what Morgan taught us by embracing life and giving HUGS more freely. Joe and Missy, thank you for sharing your angel with us! Her hugs and giggles will be missed and always remembered! Wendi, Rich, Betsy, Jacob "Scoop" and Greg Wait.
Love and Hugs to you all!
ting, marylou,vincent & mary ann angeles
May 14, 2009
our thoughts and prayers are with you in this very sad time.
David and Kathie Jarrett
May 14, 2009
We never got to know Morgan, but being parents for many years, we share your sorrow. We wish we could take some of the pain away, but all we can do is keep you in our thoughts and send our love.
Dave and Kathie Jarrett
May 14, 2009
Missy and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May God bless you.
Sandy Ramey and Joanne
Kathleen Knuf-Felte
May 14, 2009
Missy, Joe, Shawn and Brady,
There are no words. My heart is breaking for you all. What a wonderful gift she was to all of us. I will truly miss her hugs and smiles. I was amazed today at my office meeting at how many people were talking about her. She has touched so many lives and you should be proud of how much you have to do with that. My thoughts and prayers are with you all daily.
The Felte Family
Morgan with son Christoph
Janet and Franz Weber
May 13, 2009
Morgan's middle name truly fit her- Rose. She was a beautiful and unique flower and we all cherished our time with her. She loved to laugh and her laughter was contagious! She reminded us to take time to play and brought the child out in eash of us. She was so funny the way she would grab your hand and walk you over to someone and then leave...a born match maker. We are so sad to learn of her passing. We will plant a rose bush in our garden to honor our dear Morgan.
Dan & Tracye Gunderson
May 13, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gayle, Wes, Lara and Anna Ayres
May 13, 2009
Please accept our heartfelt condolences. I was fortunate to know Morgan while volunteering at Roy Gomm Elementary. One of my favorite memories of her involved teaching her to sew quilt blocks on a sewing machine. Her eyes would light up and she would literally giggle with excitement every time she pushed the foot pedal. She was so proud of her perfectly pieced quilt blocks. She will be dearly missed and will always have a place in our hearts.
Sonya Campbell
May 13, 2009
Dear Missy and Joe
Please accept my deepest condolensces. Morgan had such a huge personality that she will be missed tremendously. I remember having her come to my house and watching her rummage through all my drawers and closets. I feel that she will always be an icon at Roy Gomm Elementary School. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May 13, 2009
Dear Missy and Joe,
We are so saddened about the death of your beautiful daughter Morgan. We wish we could find words that would relieve your pain, but we cannot imagine what they are. Losing a child is one of the saddest life experiences possible, and words of true comfort are difficult to find.
Please know that we are thinking of you in your sorrow. You have our sincere condolences.
In sympathy,
Keri and Ian Corona and Family
Cynthia McReynolds
May 13, 2009
Missy, Joe, Shawn and Brady,
Our entire family are better people for having had Morgan in our lives. We have so many amazing memories from the times we were able to share with her. She taught us all so many important lessons in life that we would have possibly taken for granted. Morgan will always remain in our hearts and minds.
Your friend always,
Cynthia McReynolds
Dolores Stigall (Kitchen)
May 13, 2009
I was sorry to hear of Morgan's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the Matthews family during this difficult time.
God Bless
Loryanne Rehne
May 13, 2009
I will always have fond memories of Morgan coming up to bat. How she waited for her name to be announced. She was a beautiful girl and we will miss her. Now she can play with all the other "Little Angels" in heaven. Play Ball !!!!!
Lory Rehne
Janet Solano
May 13, 2009
To Miss Morgie Rose ... you are such a very sweet person. You will forever be in my memories. I cannot tell you how you have touched my heart and soul. You will forever be missed. God Bless You dearheart.
Rique Robb
May 13, 2009
I so appreciate you sharing her with all of us!!! Your family has all shown us why the very special are given such a special gift, you are amazing. All though her time was too short I believe that God let us borrow one of his very special angels from heaven to teach everyone she met how to be a better person and friend. Again, thank you for sharing your gift with all of us we are all truly blessed to have had Morgan as a part of our lives.
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