Matthew Donald Hanson
I worked with Matt at M&W for almost four years. For one reason or another, I never took the time to get to know him until fairly recently. That was a mistake. Matt was kind to all...especially those who didn't deserve kindness. I ofcourse have no words to express my sadness for his passing nontheless try and bring comfort to his family and friends. I can say that the world will be less of a place without him here. Friends such as Matt don't come along very often nor I guess are they suppose to. Matt was the kind of guy that made work less like work and fun better than it would've been. He became more than just a co-worker...but a friend. I'm blessed to have known him and feel sorry for those who never got that chance. A good man, that will be missed. Scott
Scott McClurg
Cedar Rapids
IA
Matt was a good friend and co worker and will be missed dearly God Bless you Matt
Rick Henry
CR
IA
Dear Emily, We are saddened by the loss of your loved one. Please know that we miss you and hope that you come back soon. Although we didn't know Matt very well, we will never forget the time that he took off work to join us on our field trip. You and your mom were very lucky to have such a great person in your life. We know that Matt will always be apart of you. Take care of yourself and know that we will be here for you when you return. Sincerely, Your 4th Grade Classmates
Tricia Weber
Cedar Rapids
IA
We met Matt and Jenifier at Pati's Pub about 5 years ago. We became friends and met there regularly. Matt was a great guy and fun to be with. We are saddend by his untimely death and will miss him. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Jenifer, Emily and Matt's family.
DeWayne and Janet Schminkey
Cedar Rapids
IA
Wow where do i start, I am the biggest idiot known to man. I believed matt was not treating my sister in law well enough and there were some things I heard so I never spoke to him. I never took the time to ask him what happened or to see his side of things i just ignored him. it hurt me and it hurt my family. Man am i hurting now! He to me was my brother in law and I am glad we took the last couple of years to be able to get back to being friends and sadly enough we could have been good friends this last eight years but i ruined about three of those and I am eternally sorry. Matt was good to jen and good to emily he was a great dad and he did what he could to take care of such a firecracker like Jen! JK Honey! matt was funny in his own sort of way. He was very competetive over games(never beat me in darts by the way), he loved to win at board games and loved to watch him and Jen be partners at pictionary or scene it! It was always funny to see them argue and neither were ever right. I am going to miss that about him. He has so many good qualities and has brought so many things to our family. My Boys really liked them and he took them to planet X and treated them just like an Uncle would. He was a good uncle to them. Matt, i am going to miss you and i honored you the best way that i could by keeping you with me at all times no matter where I go. I had it done by ian by the way! Your tattoo was one of his first ever so i wanted this one done in honor of you! Hope to see you when i get there and I will forever be sorry for the lost time that we had! Thanks for forgiving me!
Dave Smith
Cedar Falls
IA
a part of me has died with you baby but i know that we will get to be together again someday..i miss your laugh your smell your touch your embrase your jokes.. emily misses her daddy too and we will always remember the good times we shared together the past 8 years of our lives and they will forever be in me and emilys hearts..i love you so so much. Emily and i both know that you are still looking over us and protecting us as much as you did while you were on this earth. your always in my heart
jennifer matzen
Cedar Rapids
IA
Cindy,Don & family Im so sorry for your loss my prayers are with you. Connie
Connie Hochstetler
Rhinelander
WI
Matt, You will forever be in my childhood memories. Thank you for showing me that ketchup and mac-n-cheese go together. Thank you for helping me swim back to Auntie Kay's house when the raft floated away. And thanks for toughening me up with your boxing gloves! Miss you.
Jesse Coates
Merrill
WI
CINDY, WHAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE GOING THROUGH IS THE WORST,THE MOST UNBERABLE THING TO HAVE TO GO THROUGH.I AM PRAYING FOR ALL OF YOU,I AM SO SORRY.PLEASE EMAIL ME IF YOU WANT TO TALK SOMETIME.LOVE,YOUR COUSIN, SHIRLEY
shirley hochstetler mode
rhinelander
WI
I allso worked with Matt and M&W for the past year and a half and allso recently got to know him a little more outside of work. Matt not a day goes buy that i wont miss our conversations late in the shift and all the fun times we had together RIP buddy i will see you again some day.. My thoughts and prayors allso go out to Jenny and the rest of the family. George!
George
Cedar Rapids
IA
Matt made a huge impression on my life and I am deeply saddened for this tragic loss. I met Matt when we worked at Amana and I have to tell you he is one of those rare gifted human beings that ALWAYS made you smile. I remember him talking about when he met Jennifer and the gleam in his eyes when he would talk about her. I remember being laid off from Amana and for 2 months in a row we would job hunt every day together and how he made hunting for jobs fun for me. He actually attempted to teach me how to play drums in a way that made sense to me. Nights at the Pub were brighter when he was there. Work was brighter when he was there. Life was brighter when he was around you. Although I lost touch with Matt about 5 years ago, I will miss him dearly!! My Sincerest and Deepest Condolences go out to the Hanson Family, Jennifer and Emily.
John Crinigan
Cedar Rapids
IA
Cindy, Don & Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time, I haven't seen Matt in years only remember him as a young child in Gleason, just want you to know I am thinking of you in your time of sorrow.
Mary Kay Lapsenberg
Gleason
WI
Dear Family, We were so very sorry to hear of your tragedy these past few days. So many times this week, we have spoken of you and your family. We continue to say prayers for you all, that God will support you and comfort you and give you some answers to this senseless tragedy. Love, Bob and Carrie
Bob and Carrie Gustin
Tomahawk
WI
cindy there isn,t any words to ease your sorrow and loss,i can only hope that you find comfort from your friends and familey.e-mail us any time,love your cousin buzz and cheri hochstetler.
buzz-n-cheri hochstetler
seneca
IL
Cindy, Don & Family, I am so terribly sorry for your tragic losses,losing someone you care about deeply isn't easy...know that you are in our thoughts here in Gleason...my son Kurt and daughter Cammie send their love and thoughts to you also. Uncle Bud also sends his thoughts and prayers. Don't hesitate to call if I can help in any way. Love your cousin Angie Hartson
Angie Hartson
Gleason
WI
Matt, we are really going to miss you. Our friendship started out when we worked together at Hupp, and it really grew from there. There were many funs times at the Pub with you and Jenny, playing darts. I will also remember all the good times fishing with you. You will be in our hearts forever.
Mark & Kelli Riley
IA
Don, Dana and family, I am so very sorry for everything that you all are going through. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I have fond memories of the few times I was blessed to be around Matt. He always was smiling and reminded me of a big teddy bear. My sincerest Sympathy to each of you. Love, DalLynn
DalLynn Hotchkiss
Toledo
IA
Matt was a big part of our family. All of us loved him very much. We had many night sitting out on the porchswing and playing Trivial Pursuit. We had many night out at the pubs having fun and creating memories. The children loved him too. Once Matt watched Zack and he took him to Old McDonald's Farm, Zack talked about that for a long time afterward, he had a great time with Matt. Katie loved Matt too. Matt will always be a part of us. We love you and will miss you. Your memory will live in our hearts forever. Love Nathan, Lindsey, Kaitlyn and Zachary Page
Nathan Page
Cedar Rapids
IA
Cindy,Don & Family My thoughts and prayers are with you.. Love Aunt Mid
Midldred Hochstetler
Rhinelander
WI
Are thoughts and praryers are with you. So sorry for you loss. Dick & Sue hochstetler
Richard & Sue Hochstetler
Magnoilia
IL
Robert and Susan Kearns
Mountain Home
IA
Sorry Jenny that we could not be up there to give you the hug you need at this time. We did not know Matt well but we hurt for you. God Bless you and Em.
Robert and Susan Kearns
Mountain Home
AR
I worked with Jenny at Equity Realty and through her I met Matt. He was such a kind and Caring person. He will be missed. Jenny I am keeping you and Emily in my prayers. My condolences to the whole family.
Cindi Ross
Hiawatha
IA
Cindy and Don I am so sorry for your loss of Matt. It has been many years since I seen Matt. The memories of him and of that big old smile he always had for me when I used to tease him when he was a small boy will always treasured and will never be forgotten. I can only imagine how he must have lit up the world after he grew up and moved away from here, I'm sure he brought a smile and happiness to everyone, where every he went. Always a friend, Al Rahlf
Al Rahlf
Tomahawk
WI
DEAREST MATT, I AM GRATEFUL I GOT TO MEET A WONDERFUL MAN LIKE YOU.. YOU WILL BE GREATLEY MISSED...THANK YOU FOR BEING BRANDONS GODFATHER...HE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU....YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE A PLACE IN MY HEART.. JESS
jessica
cedar rapids
IA
MATT I WANT YOU TO KNOW YOU WERE A VERY GOOD MAN, YOU WERE ALWAYS LIKE A UNCLE TO ME. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART, MIND,BODY,AND SOUL. LOVE ANDREW.
ANDREW
cedar rapids
IA
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Matt. He was a very loving and caring man to my longtime friend Jeni. I am praying for your family and friends as this time of loss.
Liz Markey
Grayslake
IL
Jen and Emily, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Matt. I hope that the words of family and friends will comfort you during this time. With Love, Your Neighbors Celeste and Jaylynn
Celeste Staebler
Cedar Rapids
IA
Matt, I will never forget the way we had our eating contest as kids! I will never forget how we used to pretend that we were Motley Crue! You had to be the drummer! We had to set up 20 boxes for your drum set! We were the greatest lip sync band ever! I look forward to eating a Red Barron pizza with you again one day! This time I am ready for you and I think I can take you. I will miss you very much!
Mike Rahlf
Merrill
IA
Oh Matt where do I begin?Words can never even begin to explain the pain in my heart.What am i going to do without your big bear hugs, your smile and your laugh? And most of all your practical jokes. Remember when you would pick molly up to babysit? Every day you would scotch tape the sprayer on my kitchen sink so that I would get sprayed in the face and every day I fell for it. You would just laugh that matt laugh at me!!What I wouldn't give to have you spray me in the face again!!Matt I love you with all my heart and I will never stop missing you.You will always be my baby boy and I will forever carry you with me in my heart.I love and miss you more than you can know. Love always, Mom
Cindy Hanson
Kalona
IA
My Dear Sister Cindy, Don and Molly, My heart goes out to all of you. You are all in my prayers and thoughts every day. I loved Matt. He was one of the most presious people I know. I'll never forget the time when he was about two years old and excaped from the house and walked out between two parked cars with the mop and some lady caught him and brought him to your door and asked if he was yours. She would'n have seen him if not for the mop handle. I have so many memories of Matt and they are all wonderful. He will always be in our hearts and live on through our memories of him until we are all together again.
Anna Schotz
Merrill
WI
My Dearest Jason, I can't imagine what you are going through. My prayers and thoughts are with you always. I know you and Matt loved each other. Matt will always be in your heart. I love you and you are not alone.
Aunt Anna
Merrill
WI
Matt, I was driving to work and heard this song and it says everything. I know that you will think it's corny and say Geez Mom but I'm going to tell it to you anyway. Every night in my dreams I see you I feel you That is how I know you go on Far across the distance and spaces between us you have come to show you go on Near, far wherever you are I believe that the heart does go on Once more you opened the door And you're here in my heart and my heart will go on and on Love can touch us one time and last for a lifetime and never let go till wer're gone Love was when I loved you one true time to hold on to In my life we'll always go on Near, Far wherever you are I believe that the heart does go on Once more you opened the door and your're here in my heart and my heart will go on and on You're here there's nothing I fear And I know that my heart will go on We'll stay forever this way You are safe in my heart and my heart will go on and on. Matt you are safe in heart and you will never be sad or hurt again. I promise, and I will NEVER NEVER let go of that promise. (I know it's corny but it's so true and I can already hear you saying geez Mom!!!) I love and miss you so much Love Mom
Cindy Hanson
Kalona Iowa
IA
Don and Dana I am sorry for your loss. My thooughts are with you.