Matthew passed away at home on Saturday, September 22. He was born a 5th generation, native San Franciscan. He grew up in Walnut Creek and played baseball for and graduated from Ygnacio Valley High School. He was a proud, 3rd generation member of the San Francisco Police Department, graduating as a member of the 189th Class in 1998. He retired in 2015. He is survived by his four children, Thomas, Julia, Laine and Lucas Cole. He is also survived by his parents, Richard and Christine, his two brothers, Daniel (Sarah) and Benjamin (Brenna), and 3 nieces and 3 nephews. Matthew is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins

Services will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church (2039 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Walnut Creek) on Tuesday, October 2nd at 10:00am. The family requests that donations be made to the S.F. Police Activities League www.sfpal.org.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Sep. 28 to Oct. 1, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Cole

16 Entries

December 19, 2018

We just discovered the news of Matt's passing in the Christmas mail. I cannot seem to locate the email contact I had for Christine and later will try phoning but wanted to leave a message here in case any of the family are checking in. During the years we lived over the fence in Walnut Creek, I recall an active, fun-loving big brother of the brood of 3 boys! We heard plenty of baseball activity over there. Our baby was brand new and we were creating a family adventure in moving from the midwest to the west coast. Chris & Rick were like surrogate family to us and we loved living next door to "natives!" All those boys kept them busy but never too busy to reach out to the new neighbors and help us feel welcome. We are crushed to learn of your loss and wish you comfort of the memories you created with your boys in that busy busy family! God Bless you all and Matthew (as he throws his crazy whiffle ball pitches in Heaven!)
Nancy & Tony Parkinson

October 26, 2018

I am sorry for your loss. God understands your loss and he will listen to your prayers. Jeremiah 29:12

Ian Furminger

October 3, 2018

Matt, I was shocked and saddened to hear the news. I looked forward to staring with you in our own 'Grumpy old Men' movie down the road and growing old hanging out with you.
I remember all the BBQ's we had at your dads house. I told you where i moved to after my divorce and you said, 'Dude, my dads right down the road!'
You came over to my place often for the pool and good laughs. Then my son and i would ride our bikes to your dads place and the kids would swim and play. I actually did hit your crazy wiffle ball pitch over your neighbors fence you made Thomas go get.
I hate to think you wont be in my life anymore where we can go catch a game or hit the creek for fried zuccinni and talk a bunch of mess over a hockey game. Man this sucks brother, friends till the wheels fell off. I will miss you forever....
- Ian

Neil C

October 2, 2018

Matt,
I walked into locker room at co b in July of 03 for the first time and you immediately walked up to me introduced yourself and showed me around. Later we worked 35 car together (plainclothes) and our team made some outstanding arrests that most people will never know of. You always had a pair of binoculars ready : ) We had lots of good laughs and you got me to buy a Honda Ridgeline truck (i still have it). RIP my friend we will catch up one day.

Neil C #655

Angie Van Buskirk

October 2, 2018

To ALL of Matt's Family, Loved One's, Friends and Co-Workers; especially Mr. & Mrs. Cole, Dan, Ben and Matt's children: I join you with a heavy heart today. I am so sorry for your loss. It's been over 20 years since I've spoken to any of you, but my memories with Matt and his Family will always hold a special place in my heart. I have many fun memories, but one that always sticks out is the 1989 World Series, watching The Battle of the Bays over at your house, and then feeling my first Earthquake!!! Mrs Cole grabbed my arm and quickly put me in a safe place. And of course what do you do when you lose power and can't watch the World Series? You play Wiffle Ball of course!! Matt had the nastiest curve wiffle ball pitch!! Impossible to hit. Good times, precious memories. I pray God comforts all of you this hard day, weeks, months ahead. I pray He fills your hearts and minds with precious, fun memories forever. My condolences, God's Blessings always.

With Love,
Angie (Newnum) Van Buskirk

October 1, 2018

My condolences to the Cole family. May tender memories of time spent together and the peace from God comfort you during this difficult time.
Pho. 4:6,7.

Ben R

September 30, 2018

My sincere condolences for the loss of your loved son, Matt. May the memories bring you comfort and may the Father of tender mercies continue to refresh you during this time of sadness - Matthew 11:29.

September 29, 2018

To the Cole Family: I'm very sorry about your loss. Matthew was a great person and will be missed by all who knew him. May the hope found in John 11: 17-44 about a time in the near future when we can see those who have died again bring some comfort to your hearts during this difficult time. Salazar Family

Roz

September 29, 2018

My condolences to Matt's family. He was such a fun loving person and enjoyed having him over our house many times hanging out with my son, Brian Britton.
With Love,
Roz

Brian Britton

September 29, 2018

Matt Cole the times we shared bro before I moved to cape cod man you were my best friend. Always hung out together played baseball for ygnacio valley. Your back yard playing football, playing Rambo in the woods. You'll def be missed bro I'm so sorry to the family and his parents. Matt was a great guy . Love you bro and will miss you.

September 29, 2018

Rest In Peace, Matt. My condolences to the Cole family.

- Tom Meriam

James S

September 29, 2018

So very sorry for your loss. May the family find some comfort from the God of all comfort. Isa.61:1,2

Dan

September 29, 2018

One of the jobs of an older brother is to teach his younger brother. On Sept 22nd, you taught me the most important lesson you have ever taught me...make sure you let people you love know that you love them; harbor no ill will for past disagreements, fights, or wrong-doings; forgive. I am glad I had that chance with you, although when I did, I had no idea time would be so short. Be one with God and watch over us while we go through life here on earth.

When I join you, I am taking you yard in waffle ball!

I love you Matt.

-Dan

September 29, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. May you receive strength and comfort from God. "He will make you firm, he will make you strong, he will firmly ground you." - 1Peter 5:10

Angela Rouede

September 28, 2018

God be with you, Matt. It was truly an honor working with you and having known you. My prayers are with you, your family and friends during these times.

Ret. Ofc. Angela Rouede

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