Matt's memorial service will be here before we know it, and planning is well under way. We have the pavilion by the river reserved at Grace Chapel. This will help provide shade and a place to sit under the hot July sun. I believe there are ceiling fans, but you may also want to bring a hand held fan to help keep cool. There will be a time to share something about Matthew for those who choose to. It will be "open floor" for anyone who wishes to speak. We would all love to hear stories about Matthew or what he meant to you.
Immediately after the service, close friends and family can meet in the fellowship hall at the church for food and refreshments. If you have pictures of Matthew that you'll be bringing with you, there will be a place set up in the fellowship hall to share these pictures with everyone - just mark your photos if you want to get them back afterward.
Matt was always so laid back and easy going. We know that he would want his service to be the same way. Please dress comfortably - keeping the July heat in mind. Come prepared to celebrate the life of Matthew. We hope the service will be beautifully simple and sincere, just as we all remember Matthew was.
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Photos of Matthew
I have added a short slide show to the bottom of this website. (Thank you, Collin, for the great pictures.) Any more pictures I get will be added to the slide show and likely used for his memorial service. Please send any photos you would like to share to my e-mail address @ audreycurran11@gmail.com.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Words from His Father
In Memorial to my son and friend Matthew Curran:
As I'm forced to say good bye to my son and friend Matthew my mind wonders over the years the Lord allowed me to share Matt.
I remember when he was born at Overlake Hospital and the doctors told us sadly Matt just had to many problems to survive but if we wanted to they would fly him over to Children's Hospital although they doubted he would make the flight.
My only thought was were not giving up on this little baby as long as he is fighting for life.
After two years and surgery's, tears and many prayers we got to take Matt home to join his brother Chris but we were told we wouldn't have Matt too long.
Matthew brighten all of our lives and he had a determined attitude he never wanted to be treated any different than any other child.
Matt's constant smile as a child made your heart warm - here was this fragile baby who struggled to stand always with a big grin on his face.
I often watched Matt and his brother play together, Matt not being able to do the things his big brother could do but to watch him try and the love and patients of Chris as he would help his brother put Lego's together and always understanding that Matt need so much attention .
I watched that affection between brothers all through their lives.
I was once asked who my hero's were. I didn't have to think long as it was my two sons, Matthew for refusing to give up and fight on never wanting any special consideration and the ability of Chris never to be resentful of all the attention his little brother needed.
The Lord had been merciful with us we had lost Amber, Matts and Chris's sister the year before Matt was born but the Lord had allowed Cindy and I to keep Matt.
What a gift God had given us as I watched my son grow I saw in him many abilities I could only wish to have.
Those who knew Matt, knew Matt judged no one, it didn't matter what you station in life was Matt treated everyone the same with love and kindness, Matt could make me laugh no matter how bad the circumstances were.
There were times when we struggled but some how my son could make me see humor when I didn't believe it would ever be possible to smile again. Matt could make me not only smile but laugh and I often thought to myself if my son can smile with all he has to deal with can I do any less.
When I wanted to just give up at times I would think of Matt and what each day was like for him. Yes, son, you are one of my heroes, always have been and always will be.
I'm going to miss my son, my friend, more than words can say but I thank God for the time he given us with Matt and I know in my heart he is making heaven a little brighter place.
Much Love, Son,
Dad
As I'm forced to say good bye to my son and friend Matthew my mind wonders over the years the Lord allowed me to share Matt.
I remember when he was born at Overlake Hospital and the doctors told us sadly Matt just had to many problems to survive but if we wanted to they would fly him over to Children's Hospital although they doubted he would make the flight.
My only thought was were not giving up on this little baby as long as he is fighting for life.
After two years and surgery's, tears and many prayers we got to take Matt home to join his brother Chris but we were told we wouldn't have Matt too long.
Matthew brighten all of our lives and he had a determined attitude he never wanted to be treated any different than any other child.
Matt's constant smile as a child made your heart warm - here was this fragile baby who struggled to stand always with a big grin on his face.
I often watched Matt and his brother play together, Matt not being able to do the things his big brother could do but to watch him try and the love and patients of Chris as he would help his brother put Lego's together and always understanding that Matt need so much attention .
I watched that affection between brothers all through their lives.
I was once asked who my hero's were. I didn't have to think long as it was my two sons, Matthew for refusing to give up and fight on never wanting any special consideration and the ability of Chris never to be resentful of all the attention his little brother needed.
The Lord had been merciful with us we had lost Amber, Matts and Chris's sister the year before Matt was born but the Lord had allowed Cindy and I to keep Matt.
What a gift God had given us as I watched my son grow I saw in him many abilities I could only wish to have.
Those who knew Matt, knew Matt judged no one, it didn't matter what you station in life was Matt treated everyone the same with love and kindness, Matt could make me laugh no matter how bad the circumstances were.
There were times when we struggled but some how my son could make me see humor when I didn't believe it would ever be possible to smile again. Matt could make me not only smile but laugh and I often thought to myself if my son can smile with all he has to deal with can I do any less.
When I wanted to just give up at times I would think of Matt and what each day was like for him. Yes, son, you are one of my heroes, always have been and always will be.
I'm going to miss my son, my friend, more than words can say but I thank God for the time he given us with Matt and I know in my heart he is making heaven a little brighter place.
Much Love, Son,
Dad
Memorial Service at Grace Chapel
On Saturday, July 11th at 1:00 Matthew's memorial service will be held on the property of Grace Chapel in Leiper's Fork, TN. We will meet down by the river behind the church. This location has been carefully chosen as this was the last place the family was gathered together with Matthew for Chris & Audrey's wedding in October 2007. Matthew was all smiles that weekend and loved every minute he got to spend with the family. He enjoyed himself so much he even considered moving to this area of Tennessee to be closer to everyone.
We would love to have more photos of Matt for this website and his service. It would be a great help if everyone could e-mail a few to audreycurran11@gmail.com as soon as possible. Thank you.
If you have any questions, please post a comment below so it can be answered for everyone.
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