Fred B. Matthews Jr.
(1927 - 1988)

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General Details

Name:	Mr Fred B. Matthews Jr.
Nick Name:	Matt
Gender:	Male
Age:	60 years old
Lived:	Saturday, 31 December 1927 - Sunday, 29 May 1988

My Story

I was born in Spring Lake, New Jersey. I was the second son of Fred & Betty Matthews. My older brother died after only eight hours.

During WWII I joined the Merchant Marines. I was seasick for the first three days of every voyage. Since they only lasted three days, this made it very difficult for me. After the war I joined the Air Force and retired in 1970.

For many years after leaving the military, I sold mutual funds and life insurance.

I married Margie in 1951 and we had three beautiful daughters, Bette, Robyn and Bonni (who is now known as Elizabeth). I even have a granddaughter, Sarah. I was very proud of all of them, and remained very much in love with my wonderful wife.

I died in 1988 from a major heart attack. I miss my family very much.

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From: BLH

Hi Daddy! It's almost 21 years since you had to leave and I miss you so much. I know Mom and you miss each other, b...

Biography

Fathers Name:	Fred B. Matthews Sr.
Mothers Name:	Elizabeth Thorne Wortman
Spouse's Name:	Marjorie Lee Wortman
Children's Names:	BetteLee, RobynLee, Elizabeth Lee (nee BonniLee)
Siblings Names:	Fred B. Matthews Jr. (#1)
Country of Birth:	USA
Country of Residence:	USA
City of Residence:	Aurora, Colorado
Occupation:	Self-Employment
Marital Status:	Married
Religion:	Anglican

Interests

Favourite Sport:	Football
Favourite Team:	Denver Broncos
Favourite Book:	Anything written by Louie L'Amour
Favourite Movie:	You got a case of the non-stop giggles when you watched "The Ghost and Mr. Chicken" with Don Knotts
Favourite Music Genre:	Blues

Passing

Place of Passing:	Fitzsimons Army Medical Center, Aurora, Colorado
Date of Passing:	29 May 1988
Cause of Passing:	Massive Heart Attack while recuperating from surgery for a burst aortic aneurysm
Type of Funeral:	Military with honors
Place of Burial:	Ft. Logan National Cemetary
Funeral Location:	Denver, Colorado
Funeral Date:	1 June 1988