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Matthew Ford Obituary

Matthew James Ford, age 21, passed away March 8, 2011 in Colorado Springs. He was born in Colorado Springs on October 8, 1989 to James and June (Helpap) Ford. Matthew loved spending time with his family and friends. He loved to camp, dirt bike ride, shooting, and working on his vehicles. He was an Eagle Scout and Assistant Scout Master with Immanuel Lutheran Church Troop 58. Matthew was in the Electrical Apprenticeship Program with IBEW Local 113. He is survived by his parents, James and June Ford; Grandparents, George and Elline Helpap; Aunt, Patricia Helpap; 2 uncles, Dennis Helpap and Sam Ford; sister, Mary Ann (Jeff) White; brother, Patrick (Rachel) Ford; niece, Anna White; 3 nephews, Robby White, James Ford and Aaron Ford; God Parents, Creig and Ardis Perry. He was loved by all who knew him and he will truly be missed. Visitation will be at 9:00 AM with Funeral Services to follow at 10:00 on Monday, March 14, 2011 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 846 E. Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, Colorado. Burial will follow at Fairview Cemetery, Colorado Springs, Colorado. In lieu of flowers send donations to: Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers Foundation, in memory of Matthew Ford, (303) 930-7822, 1161 South Vivian Street. Lakewood. CO 80228, Web: www.rmccf.org. Online condolences at www.evergreenfuneralhome.org

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Published by The Gazette on Mar. 13, 2011.

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March 20, 2011

Jim and June, I just want you both to know that we are thinking about you guys and always in our hearts and prayers. Poonge in Topeka, KS

March 16, 2011

June and Jim, Matthew will be in our hearts forever. You are in our prayers. Love you Mom ,Dad , Patricia & Dennis

Brian Wright

March 14, 2011

Jim and June,
I'm so very sorry to hear of Matthew's passing. I have such fond memories of him playing on the floor at our Bible Study/Christ Care group meetings. My deepest condolences for your loss. Please know that you are surrounded in prayers of support as well as thanksgiving for Matthew's life and salvation.

Kevin Kendall

March 14, 2011

Jim and June, I just want to extend my heart felt condolences to you and your family. All of us here at B.N.I enjoyed the time Matt was with us. He brought happiness to everyone around him. Our prayers are with you and family. We will miss him dearly.

Kathy New

March 13, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss and want to let you know you are in our prayers. My sons remember Matthew for his work in Scouts and looked up to him as a great role model. His commitment to scouting and commitment to encouraging all Scouts to succeed made a big impression on both Zachariah and Matthew. Our prayers are with you and your family.

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