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Matthew Greeson Obituary

GREESON WINSTON-SALEM Corporal Matthew (Matt) C. Greeson Feb. 11, 1979 - April 3, 2012 Corporal Matthew (Matt) C. Greeson, 33, died unexpectedly Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at V.A. Hospital, Salisbury, NC. He was born February 11, 1979 in Dalton, GA to Debbie Baine and David Greeson. Matt was a United States Marine, having served from July 1998 to February 2004. He spent one tour in Iraq. He was preceded in death by his Paw and brother. He is survived by his loving wife, April Nicole Greeson; two children, Stephanie Alise Greeson and Matthew Von Greeson; his two favorite dogs, Angus and Delilah. Matt's wishes were to be cremated. A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 6, 2012 at the J.C. Green & Sons Funeral Home Chapel, 10301 N. NC Hwy. 109, Winston Salem, NC 27107 with the Rev. Bobby Wilson officiating with full military honors. The family will receive visitors at the family's home at 3409 Tinley Park Dr., Winston Salem, from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. nightly. Flowers will be accepted or donations can be made to Disabled American Veterans at www.dav.org. Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers as they go through this difficult time. Online condolences may be sent to the Greeson family at www.jcgreenandsons.com .

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Published by Winston-Salem Journal from Apr. 4 to Apr. 5, 2012.

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DONALD SAILERS

June 6, 2018

In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will love you and miss you always. GOD IS GREAT GLORY TO GOD ON HIGH SAY HI FROM ME TO HIM.

Amy Wiles

April 9, 2012

Mrs. Greeson and family,
Tristan,his dad and I were very sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. May God be with you and your children through out this difficult time. We will say a prayer for you and your children today. Amy Wiles and family

Rose & Aidyn Hedgecock

April 9, 2012

Dear Mrs. Greeson, I am very sorry for your loss. Please know that I will keep you and your children in my prayers. Aidyn and & will say a special prayer for you tonight. Aidyn Hedgecock and Rose Hedgecock(grandmother).

Jeannine Maready

April 6, 2012

April, Stephanie and Matthew,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that many people have you and your family in their thoughts and prayers.

Charlanne Greenlee

April 6, 2012

Matthew was very special and will be greatly missed. His gentle kindness and respectful manner stood out at the VA! Always smiling. Hold tight to the memories of the heart. We are not without hope of seeing Matt again. May God embrace and comfort you and your family during this difficult time. Praying for your family.

Steve Macemore

April 5, 2012

My deepest condolences to you for this tremendous loss. My your pain be tempered in the knoweldge that Matt is resting comfortably in God's warm and loving embrace. The Patriot Guard Riders will stand proudly in Matt's honor.

Lonnie Brown

April 5, 2012

Dear April and family I'm deepen sadden for your loss of Matt. I worked with Matt briefly at the VA. In my presence he spoke of you and the kids often. He once said to me that you are the best thing to ever happen to him in his life. Matt was a loving husband and proud father to the end. May God Bless You and the Kids.

Nancy Smoot

April 5, 2012

April, I am praying for you and your children. Please let me know if you need anything.
I love you, sweet friend.

April 5, 2012

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family today and always. Penn, Ashley, Blake and Molly Crim

April, Stephanie, and Matthew Greeson

April 5, 2012

Matt, I loved you more than life itself. Your babies and I are going to continue your legacy just as you would want it. I will always love you handsome.

Megan Ericksen

April 4, 2012

Dear Matt, my true friend, sadly I didn't get the pleasure of knowing you long enough, but I did get to know you and for that I am thankful. I am going to miss you so much, but you have a beautiul soul and I have no doubt that I will see you again someday. I am looking forward to that day so we can laugh together again. Thank you for your friendship and all of our wonderful conversations. I could truly be myself with you and you accepted me. You don't know how much that will always mean to me. I have become a part of your family and I will watch over, protect, and pray for them through this struggle and any others that may come their way. I will miss you, but I have great memories to hold on to. Thank you for everything. Until I see you again my friend, with all my love, Megan.

Lisa Rebman

April 4, 2012

April, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you, Matthew, and Stephanie.

Lisa Tilley

April 4, 2012

Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those that mourn, for they shall be comforted.
April, my heart is sad for you and the children; Matthew was such an asset to the VA and he will be greatly missed by his VA family. He always had a smile and a kind word and talked so much of you and his children. If there is anything I can do to assist you in any way, please know that I am here. God bless you and the children as you go through this very difficult time. Joey and I will certainly keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Dan Ericksen

April 4, 2012

Matt was a great friend. We Had alot of great times hangin in the man cave.you will be missed but never forgotten.April if there's anything you need I'll be there

Dawn Blackwell

April 4, 2012

Matt you will always be remembered...Heaven has another Angel...May God Bless and comfort your family....R.I.P Dear friend....Fly high Fly with the Angels....

Greg Vares

April 4, 2012

You will always be remembered my friend. Blue Skies are calling you...

Thank you for the Buds.

Leslie Smith

April 4, 2012

Please know that Matt was loved dearly by all of his VA family. Our hearts are deeply saddened by this loss. You and the children are in our thoughts and prayers. Praying for extra measures of strength and grace to get you through this difficult time. If there is anything we can do to help please let us know.

Susan Duncan

April 4, 2012

April - I am so sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine what you're going thru. If there is ANYTHING I can do for you, please let me know. You are in my thoughts & prayers.

Damon McCully

April 4, 2012

May God bless you and your family. You will be greatly missed.

Semper Fi!

Teresa Wilson

April 4, 2012

The sun shall rise, and sure to set.
His time has come, have no regret.
His life he lived, we sure all know.
A better place, he has to go.
Rejoice today it's at an end.
And he will see you all, once again.

My prayers are with you.

Danny McDonald

April 4, 2012

My Prayers goes out to Matt's family,he will be missed.

Tammy Fletcher

April 4, 2012

May happy memories sustain you during this diffiuclt time. We will miss him at the VA.

Angie L

April 4, 2012

To the Biggest Man with the Biggest Heart Ive ever known- I'll miss you lots, Buddy!Especially your sense of humor and that booming laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with the family you left behind, both at home and at the VA. Now-- I guess you truly are in the ultimate "happy place". True friendship never dies-- so I'll see ya on the flip side. Till then-- Hooah and SEMPER FI-- Matt.

Beverly Heggins

April 4, 2012

My Prayers and Thoughts are with the family today. Matt will greatly be missed. I will always remember the great conversations we shared at the office. Trust that God will always take care of your family!!

Carol Lackey

April 4, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with all of Matt's family. His smile will be missed at the VA.

Angie

April 4, 2012

-To the Biggest Man with the Biggest Heart Ive ever known. I will miss you lots buddy- --especially your sense of humor and laughter--. Now.. I guess you truly have gone to the ultimate "happy place". My thoughts and prayers are with the family. True friendship never ends so I'll see ya on the flip side. Until then----Hooah and Semper Fi- Matt!
Angie (VA family)

Abrena Jordan

April 4, 2012

May peace come at your time of mourning. Although, this time is difficult, please know there will be light when this haze is lifted. My prayers are with you.

Lynn Holmes

April 4, 2012

I send my prayers out to your family.

Mike Myers

April 4, 2012

Matt was a great friend and co worker. I will miss the conversations we had. It was a privilage to have known him. I wish peace for April and the kids. SEMPER FI Matt!!

April 4, 2012

I am sorry to hear of your loss. Matt was a great asset to the BDD team at Winston's VA office.

--Andra Barnes

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