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Matthew Kahn Obituary
MOORE, SC-- Matthew Ibson Kahn, beloved father and honored husband, died on Tuesday, October 20, 2009, at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, at the age of 44.
Matthew was born on July 10, 1965, in Des Moines, IA. He grew up in Clear Lake, IA. He attended the University of Northern Iowa before he joined the Army in 1985. He served his country with pride. One of his favorite duties was working with the law enforcement in California clearing marijuana fields.
He moved to Ames, IA in May of 1993 where he began attending DMACC College and transferred to Iowa State University in 1994 as a computer science major. He met his wife in May of 1994 and later married October 18, 1996.
His work with Bridgestone/Firestone took his family from Des Moines, IA to Nashville, TN. After 3 years in Tennessee, Matthew began a new job with the SealedAir Corporation and was transferred to the Duncan, SC Cryovac office.
Matthew was a devoted husband and father. He loved being the coach for his son's soccer team with AYSO. This past year Matt was on the board with Region 123 for AYSO and a certified referee. He cherished that common bond for the love of soccer that he shared with both his son and youngest daughter. Saturday mornings were often filled with a trip to the donut shop or around the pond fishing.
Matthew is survived by his wife of 13 years, Melinda Kay Kahn; three children, Jonathan Daniel, Kathryn Marie, and LeighAnn Rae Kahn, all of Moore, SC. He is also survived by his parents M.O. "Bud" and Roberta "Bobbie" Kahn; one brother and three sisters, Gary Kahn, Laurie Kahn, Cindy Grogger, and Cecelia "CeCe" Ibson.
Visitation will be held at Dunbar Funeral Home from 6:00 - 8:00 PM today, October 30, 2009.
A memorial service will take place at Bethlehem Baptist Church located at 725 Old Georgia Road, Moore, SC 29369 on Saturday, October 31, 2009, at 11:00 AM. Following the service the family will gather in the family life center. A private family burial will be held at the M.J. "Dolly" Cooper Veterans Cemetery in Anderson, SC.
In memory of Matthew, memorial contributions may be made to the Home School Foundation, PO Box 1152, Purcellville, VA 20134-1152.
Condolences may be expressed to the family on line at www.jmdunbar.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Kahn
November 1, 2009
Melinda, I'm so sorry for your sudden loss. I wish that you had let me know. I found out from Charlotte and had not heard untill today Sunday. If there is anything we can do, let us know. We will be making a contribution to the Home School Foundation. Is there anything that the neighborhood can do as a whole?? Anything that Matt did around the house that you can't do?? Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Vicki Odell, family, and the Saddlebrook Subdivision
November 1, 2009
Mindy, Jonathan, Catherine, and Leann, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. We know the Lord will hold you all in His wonderful embrace as you travel this journey in life together. May you find peace in knowing He is always there! Love, Corrie, Mikayla, and Elizabeth Peace
November 1, 2009
Mindy.... Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the children. We are so sorry for your loss. I know Matt was an awesome husband and father and will be missed by many. May you find comfort and joy in your memories. Love, Jeff and Lesley Secor and family. (Anderson SC)
Mary Lou Warren
October 30, 2009
Melinda my prayers are with you the and children- may God give you the grace and strength today and in the days to come- God bless you as you raise your children for Him.
ASHA DESAI
October 30, 2009
TO THE KAHN FAMILY,
I DON'T HAVE WORDS TO EXPRESS MY FEELINGS.ALL I CAN DO IS PRAY FOR YOU AND HOPE GOD WILL EASE YOUR PAIN.THERE IS NO EASY SOLUTION TO THESE SADNESS,BUT FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND SPECIALLY I AM HERE FOR YOU .PLEASE BE STRONG,DON'T LOSE YOUR FAITH.GIVE ALL YOUR PAIN AND WORRIES TO "GOD"YOU HAVE TOBE STRONG FOR YOUR CHILDREN.THEY DON'T UNDERSTAND ANY OF THIS YET.
LOVE YOU GUYS,
ASHA
Wayne, Sharon and Taylor Wood
October 29, 2009
Mindy,
We are so sorry to hear about Matt. May you and the children find strength and comfort in the days ahead. Please know that you'll be in our thoughts and prayers as the Lord embraces you in His love.
Scott Klocko
October 29, 2009
To the Kahn Family,
My heart felt condolences go out to you guys. I met Matt when he came to one of my referee courses with AYSO. He was one great fellow to volunteer his time as a coach, referee and an active board member. He will be missed by all. God Bless you guys, if there is anything I can do, please let me know.
Scott
Monica Hames
October 29, 2009
Mindy,
May you find courage and strength in knowing how much we care. May God's peace be with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal.
You are an amazingly strong christian, what you must endure does not compare to the reward you will gain. God knew He could trust you. It was a honor to have met Matt and it is a blessing to know you. Hold up the light, you gonna make it, by HIS grace.
Your Friends at Fred Fraley Construction
Monica Hames
Darryl Thompson
October 29, 2009
Family of Matt Kahn,
Please accept our condolences... we are very sorry for your tragic loss!
This is a significant loss for you as his family, our community and his many friends.
Over the last year I have had a chance to get to know Matt (and Jonathan) with AYSO and soccer.
Matt was great guy and a fun guy, but always a person that could be counted on to do his part plus. He regularly volunteered to be a coach, referee and a responsible Board member (not a "slacker"). More importantly, Matt served as a role model to develop young people within the AYSO organization and served as an adult example for the rest of us.
Those of us who knew Matt were very blessed to have been touched by kindness, consideration, care and his solid values.
Matt's contribution will be truly be missed...by you as a family, this community and his friends.
May he rest in peace.
Vanessa Davis
October 28, 2009
Melinda and kids ,I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers .May God bless you .Vanessa (Brandywine Ln)
October 27, 2009
Mindy, I truly have no words. I just wanted to let you and the children know that the Hollifield's will be praying for you all. May God bless you with his comfort. Randy,Karen,Joshua,Jordan,Jericha & Daniel Hollfield
Kim Hammett
October 26, 2009
Melinda, We are so sorry for your loss. Ken and I are praying for you. Love Kim and Ken Hammett
Tracey Wall
October 23, 2009
Melinda and family,
We were saddened to hear of your loss.We have been and will continue to remember you all in our prayers.
Love in Christ,
Tracey & Michael Wall
October 23, 2009
Melinda and kids,
We just wanted you to know that we are so sad for your loss. Find comfort in Gods love He has for His children!
You all are in our prayers,
The Pikes
Sam, Sabrina and Alex Pike
Randy, Maria, Jeanette, and Aaron Bates
October 23, 2009
Coaching with Matt and developing a friendship with him was truly one of Randy's greatest blessings. Aaron loved him and is particularly heartbroken for Jonathan. All of us are praying for you and asking God to comfort you as only He can. May the hope we have in Christ give you peace during these difficult days.
Gary & Frankie Lawhorne
October 23, 2009
Melinda and Kids, Frankie and I are praying for you. Our Lord is holding in His Hand and He will see you though this very difficult situation.
Romans 15:13, "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope."
Karen Cathcart
October 23, 2009
Melinda,
My prayers go out for you and your children during these difficult days. May God comfort you as only he can do. We met at Bethlehem Baptist when you were in the choir and Matt was working at the sound system. May God's grace be with you.
Charley Ashton
October 22, 2009
Sincere condolences and sympathy for your loss. I worked with Matt at Bridgestone, and have kept in touch in the years since. It is a shame to lose someone so young and so unexpectedly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the children. God bless you and keep you.
October 22, 2009
We so sorry for your loss. Adam really enjoyed playing with Matt. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Adam Eassa and family
terry toney
October 22, 2009
great guy so sorry for your loss i remember coaching with him in soccer graeat with his kids and all the other players
October 22, 2009
Mindy and children,
We are so sad about Matt's sudden death. We know that although the days will be long and hard, that our Jesus is holding you in the palm of His hand. He will carry you through this valley. We love you and you're in our constant prayers.
John, Kirsten, Lilly, Jake, Sadie, and Sam Vogel
Terri and Phil Carriere
October 22, 2009
Mindy, You are in our thoughts and prayers! Mom sends you her love and hugs, and wants you to know she is keeping you and your family in her prayers! I love you and wish I could be there! Please know that I am here if you need anything.
Dillon Watts
October 22, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
October 22, 2009
Melinda,
Our prayers go out to you and the family. I am still in shock regarding Matt's sudden death! If there is anything that we can do for you or the kids, please don't hesitate to give us a call. Gods GRACE and LOVE will get you through this difficult time.
Tom Wharton
Wachovia Bank @ Reidville Rd
October 22, 2009
We are very sorry for your loss. We will be praying for your family.
Your bank family;
Stephanie, George, Debra, Diana, and Holly.
Marie, Al, & Alee Earnhardt
October 22, 2009
Family of Matt,
May the love of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen and encourage you during the days, weeks, and months that are ahead. May the friends that He has placed in your path be a reminder that you can make it with His strength. We love you and are here for you.
Karen Mathis
October 22, 2009
Mindy, please know that we are in constant prayer for you and your family. We love you.
Brian and Karen Mathis
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