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Matthew Williams Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 31, 2017.


MATTHEW S. WILLIAMS
July 9, 1964 ~ January 25, 2017

Matthew Williams of Battle Ground, WA, passed away January 25, 2017. The son of Ralph Williams and Lydia Casey, he graduated from Prairie High School in 1982.
Matt worked for 20 years at Georgia Pacific Camas Paper Mill as a machine operator and retired after 20 years.
He enjoyed mountain biking, swimming and working out at the YMCA and fishing at Spear Fish. He loved the beach and was an awesome Jeopardy player!
Matt loved and cherished spending time with his children and sharing in their activities which included volleyball, 4-H equestrian, sheep and wool, motorcross, and high school equestrian activities.
He was a member of the Church of Holy Spirit and a Union Member of AWPPW Local #5, as well as part of numerous 4-H clubs and the Clark County Fair.
Matthew had a big heart and was an inspiration
to many who knew him. He always wanted to
put a smile on someone's face.
Matt is survived by his longtime companion, Tammy Palmer of Battle Ground; his father, Ralph Williams of Vancouver, WA; mother, Lydia Casey (Paul Bourland) of Vancouver; brother, David Williams of Vancouver; and his children, Brittney Williams (David Sosa) of Battle Ground, Zachary Williams and Alexandria Williams, both of Woodland; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins in this area and in New Hampshire.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 4, 2017 at the Church of Holy Spirt, 2400 NW 9th Ave, Battle Ground, with internment service to follow for those who wish to attend at Camas Cemetery, 640 NE Oak St., Camas. Additionally, there will be a Celebration of Life party at Jollie's Restaurant and Lounge, 17701 NE Union Rd., Ridgfield at 6:00 p.m., the same day.
Memorial donations may be made to the North County Food Bank, SW Washington Humane Society or 4-H Club of Clark County.
Please sign his guestbook at www.columbian.com/obits

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January 25, 2024

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Randy Brosius

Gone too soon. I have so many good memories working with Matt at James River Paper Mill during the summers while in college. He had such a great sense of humor and full of life.
I would love to sit down with him and reminisce of our good times. He was a good man.

February 7, 2017

Randy Brosius

So sad to hear the news. I enjoyed working with Matt for summers at Georgia Pacific while home for the summers from college. He was always fun at Prairie High School and at work. Big loss, my thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

February 6, 2017

Renae Hamel

You will be in my thoughts at this difficult time. I was sorry to hear about his passing.

February 4, 2017

Bruce Rauch

We were sad to hear of Matthew's passing. We have very fond memories of his happy, witty boyhood! God's Blessing to Matthew and all the family.
Bruce and Sue Rauch

February 4, 2017

Todd Kuhnhausen

I was saddened to hear about Matts passing, he was a great guy who was a friend to everyone who knew him. RIP my friend.
My condolences goes out to your Family.

February 5, 2017

Friend

Tracy, Mary Jo, Troy, and Travis Haslem

Brittney, Zach, Lexi, and Tammy, so very sorry for your loss. He loved you all very much and was always cheering you on in your endeavors. We always looked forward to and will miss seeing him at the fair and catching up on what you all were up to. He was proud of you and what you accomplished. Cherish your memories and know he will always be in your heart.

February 4, 2017

Chris C.

I'm sorry to hear of his passing. Matt was a good man.

February 4, 2017

Chris C.

I`m very sorry to hear of his passing. Matt was a good man.

February 2, 2017

We were so shocked and sadden to hear of Matt's passing. We've had so many good times together and so many wonderful memories to look back on. Especially our trip to Disneyland and all the baseball games. I pray that God will be with all of you during this difficult time.

Curt and Toni Waser, Rhonda Kopman and Linda Liepins

February 2, 2017

Jeff Bullinger

My thoughts and prayers to you all.

February 2, 2017

Loren Wohlgemuth

Matty - you were a dude, a good friend growing up, and a smile to all who knew you.

February 2, 2017

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Ted & Diane Gibson

Our Love and Prayers to all of you !

February 1, 2017

Kat Weese

My heart goes out to Matthew's children and family. I know this is a time of great sorrow for all of you, but I hope eventually you'll be comforted by memories of happy times spent with your Dad, your Son, your Friend, your Loved One. May God bless and comfort those of you left behind. My sincere condolences to you all.

February 1, 2017

What a blessing to have known him! He was an inspiration to those around him. We will miss him.
Janice and Bob Bradley

February 1, 2017

Wendy Hudlicky

So sad to hear, about Matthew. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

January 31, 2017

Larry Melo

So many good memories. Starting with our crazy teenage years.....Love you brother....

January 31, 2017

Melanie Casey

i have not seen Matt in many years, he was my stepbrother who was always caring and had a ear to lend when needed and amazing advise

January 31, 2017

Chris Abrahamsen

I worked with Matt at the Camas Mill for about 10 years. He was a great friend, I have not spoken with him in a few years. Him and his positive attitude will really be missed!

January 31, 2017

Kim Fox (Bloss)

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