Dear Curt and Beth,
I was saddened to hear of the death of your son, Matthew. Having lost a son myself, I can empathize with the depth of your grief at the loss of a child. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Steven Aquilino
June 19, 2012
To the Livengood Family,
I met Matt on the first day of 2nd grade. It was my first day at Grant Wood and he was the first person I met. We stayed in touch into adulthood and I am devastated by his passing.
I will never forget the twinkle in his eye and his open, honest smile. He never really aged in my eyes...he remained the same, sweet boy I'd met in second grade - always a kid at heart, up for anything, ready for adventure. It wasn't always the big mountains...I remember a beautiful day we spent at Maquoqueta Caves talking about where our lives had taken us and where they might be going.
What a special person, a kindred spirit to many - a blessing to all.
My heart hurts for your loss of a son, brother, uncle - I pray that the lord bring you peace during this incredibly difficult time.
Sarah INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Johnson) Prohm
June 18, 2012
Dr. Livengood and Family,
You took such wonderful care of our son for almost 20 years. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Richard, Jeanne and Thad Sentman
June 16, 2012
Dr. Livengood, Beth, and family,
We were so saddened to hear of the death of your loving son Matt. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Chuck Burgmeier and Patti Doser
Patti Doser
June 15, 2012
My love and prayers to all of you during this very difficult time. May the beautiful and happy memories you have of Matt fill your hearts. Sending you strength and courage.
Jill Tobin
Jill Tobin
June 15, 2012
I have many memories of you and I walking to Grant Wood together. You always had a smile! You will be missed!
Leah Hackerson Kline
Leah Kline
June 15, 2012
My Condolences to the Livengood Family. Matt was a great Guy. I graduated with him in 1989 Washington High School.
Vincent Pundt
June 15, 2012
Curt, Beth, Hillary, and Heather.
Our hearts are breaking for you.
Matt was such a sweetheart. Know that you are in our prayers.
Milt and Mary Gade
June 14, 2012
Curt & Beth,
Our very deepest sympathy to you and your family. Such a short time from nursery at First Lutheran to now.
Jay & Connie Avis
Connie Avis
June 14, 2012
I was very sorry to see this.............jpp
johnparksranch@msn.com
June 13, 2012
Dr Livengood & Family, Keeping you in our daily prayers.
Jodie & Craig Charipar
June 13, 2012
On behalf of the Laugen family, I offer our deepest sympathies on the loss of Matt. His smile always lit up First Lutheran and his death leaves a giant hole in his community and especially your family. May God's love hold you during this time and may He give you the strength and faith you need as you move forward without Matt's presence.
Anne Laugen
INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Linda, Martha, Pete, Stefanie, Emilee and Allison Laugen)
Anne Laugen
June 12, 2012
Very upset and sad to learn of your loss. Didn't know Matt as an adult but I immediately thought of him like Andy and I feel the pain you are going through. The whole family is in our thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if I can be of any help to you. RIP Matt...
Mike Eganhouse & Teri Chaney
Mike Eganhouse
June 11, 2012
My heart hurts for you at this time and for the difficult days and years to come. Please know that you are near in my prayers and am sending big hugs to you as well. As one who has survived the loss of siblings, I esp. feel for you Hilary and Heather. I'll attempt to connect with you the next time I'm in Iowa. with love, Erin
Erin Zimmerman
June 11, 2012
Dear Curt,Beth & Family, We are so sorry to hear that Matt passed away. We pray that God gives you the strenth to get through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Moe & Sally Igram
June 10, 2012
Dear Livengood family
I worked with Matt at SSV. What a wonderful human being. He had the best smile and such a great heart! He was truly an exceptional young man. My heart hurts that he is gone but I am so thankful he was in my world for a short while. Be very proud of how you raised him. Warm regards and god bless you all. kp
Kara Phillips
June 8, 2012
Dr. Livengood, Beth, Hilery and Heather,
Please accept my heartfelt love and prayers for the passing of Matthew. Matthew's warmth, kindness, and incredible spirit for life touched so many people and will never be forgotten. God be with you all at this time and in the months and years to come. Take the time to remember and share the wonderful stories of your family gatherings and happenings. It is something that has helped our family through the years to cope.
God's Love and mine,
VickyINSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Muters)Cichoski
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Vicky INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Muters)Cichoski
June 7, 2012
Beth, Curt, Hilery and Heather - We are so very, very sorry to know of the loss of Matthew. Cherish the many great family memories you have of him. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Gary & Alice Anderson
Gary & Alice Anderson
June 7, 2012
My thoughts go out to the Livengood family. Matt was a good friend to myself and many others. Please take comfort in knowing how many lives Matt touched during his time with us.
Jamie Wipperman
June 7, 2012
Beth, Curt, Hilary and Heather -
We are so very sorry to
Gary & Alice Anderson
June 7, 2012
Dear Family,
I met Matt a couple of times when he came to the DC warehouse. He had the brightest smile. The second time he came out and i Let him in the front door he said "Remember Me?" I had to laugh because how could i not remember. He was so nice and took the time to have a concersation with me. My thought and prayers are with his family & many many friends. God Bless you all.
Holly Zuhse
June 7, 2012
Dr & Mrs Livengood, Hilery and Heather,
I am so sorry for your loss. In the time I knew Matt I knew an outgoing, kind and caring man. His interaction with those around him was inspiring. I have prayed for you and for Matt and may God give you the strength to endure the pain this has caused.
In His,
Jeff
Jeff Gambach
June 7, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to all of the Livengood family, from my dad Glen Church and I. Matt was a wonderful and dear family member,who will be missed greatly! All our thoughts and prayers surround you all with love and wonderful, cherished memories.
Judy Church Clayberg Glen Wendell Church
Judy Church Clayberg
June 6, 2012
Matt was such a great kid! I initially met Matt through First Lutheran Church and we even crossed paths later in life in the telecommunications industry in Cedar Rapids. The Livengoods have always held a special place in my heart in so many ways. May God Bless all who knew Matt!
Jacque Smith Harms
June 6, 2012
Curt, Beth, Hilery and Heather,
There are no adequate words to console you on the loss of Matt. Memories of his childhood fill my mind and heart...he was sweet then and I can tell that never changed. You have my sincere sympathies.
Vicki INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Koranda) Finkstein
June 6, 2012
Curt and Beth, So long since we've been in contact but want you to know my heart breaks for your loss of Matt. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
patINSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (sebetka)Jackson
June 6, 2012
Dear Livengood Family,
Condolences to you all. Matt's working acquaintences at Specialty Sports share in your sense of loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jean Mortensen
June 6, 2012
Livengood Family,
I had the pleasure of working with Matt at McLeodUSA and was very proud to have known him. To me he was a perfect person for the love of friends and family, caring for everyone, gave time for volunteering things he believed in and his personality and smile will never be forgotten. I believe Matt will be the "perfect" angel now. God Bless Him and your family during this difficult time. My deepest sympathy.
Michelle Hosch
Michelle hosch
June 6, 2012
Dr. Livengood,
I am so sorry to hear of your sons passing. There is no greater pain in the world. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dawn Shannon
June 5, 2012
Hilery, Heather, Liesl, Dr & Mrs Livengood,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you, with heartfelt condolences.
Steve & Megan Ginsberg
June 5, 2012
Curt, Beth, Hilery and Heather: I am so sorry for your loss. I only knew Matt for a few short years when he was pretty young. Even then he was a great person. I will pray for all of you. May God's peace be with you at such a difficult time. Connie Gogel
Connie Gogel
June 5, 2012
Dear Beth and family, I was so sorry to hear about Matthew. My thought and prayers are with your entire family. Even though I never met your son you can tell he had a welcoming smile. I'm sure he will be missed by many. Lori
Lori Weih Swift
June 5, 2012
I met Matt only one time and he stood out then, immediately, from the crowd. He was very special and you only had to know him for a few minutes to see this. I wonder if he knew how truly special he was. As life so often does reveal -we have several similiarities I didn't realize we had, until now. Our family being originally from Burlington, Iowa and having relocated to Denver and with family still in Cedar Rapids. My condolences to Matt's family and close friends. My sister Gena Streeter-Jones is the wife of Simon Jones who Matt worked with in Colorado.
-Anne Streeter
Anne Streeter
June 5, 2012
Matt will always be in my thoughts, and I'll never forget his wonderful demeanor, bright smile, sense of humor, and willingness to help. It was an honor to know him, and to work with Matt. I'll never forget. All the best to his family and friends!
Tapio Niskanen
June 5, 2012
I had the good fortune to meet Matt on a handful of occasions and he was always one of my favorites to talk to and joke with. He was a charismatic and lovely person and touched the lives of so many people.
Gena Jones
June 5, 2012
Dear Curt,Beth,Hillary and Heather. We are sorry about Matt's death.May he rest in peace. May GOD comfort you with His wonderful love.
Gail,Mae,Terry,Jerry Hanson
Gail Hanson
June 5, 2012
Dear Family,
You have been an important part of my family as my boys have benefited from the wonderful dentistry you have provided over the years. I am sorry that I did not have the privilege of knowing Matt. My heart goes out to you all. May the love you shared with Matt continue to fill your lives here on Earth and give you peace beyond all understanding.
God Bless you all.
Dawn INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Washburn) Vircks
June 5, 2012
My memories of Matt go back many years from when we were kids at the pool in the summer and then thru our high school years. Then I was lucky enough to reconnect with Matt several years after high school. Dr and Mrs Livengood, you raised an amazing son and Heather and Hilery you both had a great brother. Many people have lost a good friend in Matt, but it is the fun times and happy memories that will stay with us INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (along with his infectious smile!). My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.
Katy INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Lamb) Heater
June 4, 2012
Josh and I feel very fortunate to have shared a friendship with Matt. I recall the day I met him at Bicycle Village in Littleton 4 years ago. His smile was infectious, and I liked him right away. We will fondly remember our days hiking and skiing together, and all the laughs that we had. Best wishes for healing to all his friends and family.
Alyce Olson
June 4, 2012
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. May the love and prayers of your family and friends give you comfort and uphold you during this time of sorrow. You have our deepest sympathy
Dwight and Debby Hughes
June 4, 2012
My thoughts and prayers to your family for your loss.
Sara Parker Pinckney
Sara Pinckney
June 4, 2012
Curt, Beth and family.
Our most sincere condolences to all of you on the passing of Matt. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Duffy and Belva Schamberger
Belva Schamberger
June 4, 2012
We enjoyed working with Matt at Bicycle Village. His passion for cycling and the outdoors was infectious. His spirit and smile will be missed by all of us that worked with him.
Bruce Douglas
June 4, 2012
All of us at the Indian Creek Nature Center were saddened about Matt's death. We are honored to host hundreds of children here every year and share with them the nature that Matt loved. His family is in my thoughts.
Rich Patterson, Director
Indian Creek Nature Center
Rich Patterson
June 4, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.\\\\r\\\\nDr, Livengood was our three childrens dentist for all their growing up years. Your son's smile says it all. What a beautiful person. God Bless.
Mr and Mrs James Pauba
June 4, 2012
A friend alerted me to Matt's obit today. I want to extend sympathy to all those who knew Matt. I knew Matt in undergrad at Iowa. We parted ways after college, but I ran into him in Vail in January. He came up to me as I was getting ready to go up the mountain and said hello. It had probably been 15 years since I had seen him, but I instantly recognized his smile and fond memories of times in Iowa City and on the slopes rushed back. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dwight Rastetter
June 4, 2012
Curt, Beth, Hillary and Heather, Please accept our sincere codolences at this tragic time. Healing takes so long, and the hole that is left in our hearts and home lasts forever. It has only been one year since our 13-year old grandson Noah died with services at First Lutheran, and we miss him so. But we have lovely memories of that bubbly little guy, just as you do of your Matthew. I remember Matthew as that beautiful little boy in Sunday School many years ago. Our prayers are with you all.
Paul & Cathie Yamilkoski
June 4, 2012
Dear Family:
Matt was a friend of my son, Eric Thompson, at Washington HS. We are both saddened at Matt's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sharon Ullrick
June 3, 2012
Dr. Livengood, Beth, Hilery and Heather
Please accept our condolences on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. We hope that comfort and peace come to you. May God bless all of you.
Jim and Carol Voss
Jim Voss
June 3, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. He enjoyed life and cared about many. INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (A friend of Hilery)
Trish Thoms
June 3, 2012
I was fortunate enough to know Matt as a co-worker at McLeod. It was always enjoyable to talk with him, and his caring nature was apparent in every interaction with him.
Heaven is richer now because of Matt but sending warm thoughts, prayers, and peace to the family during this very difficult time.
Heather Atwater
June 3, 2012
Dr. Livengood our condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeff, Laurie, Leah, Eric and Anna Heddinger
June 3, 2012
Dear Curt and Beth,
Our hearts are breaking for you and the girls. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time. He was always such a joy to be around. Have many fond memories of his childhood. Love and Blessings to you both and your family. Jay and Sheri Coleman
Sheri Coleman
June 3, 2012
I had the pleasure of working with Matt at McLeod many years ago. It was always a joy to see his infectious smile. May you find some peace during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Daphne Ulmer-Neuhaus
June 3, 2012
Prayers and thoughts go out to you all in such a short life of Matt. Now he is your angel in heaven...thinking of you all!
Bev Coffin
June 3, 2012
Matt's picture captures the beautiful combination he is of you both!! Something Gene said that helped us both when our daughter died suddenly at the age of 31 , I want to share with you. Gene said."If God told us.right up front...You can have this girl but she will only be with you for 31 years .Will you still take her?" We would have jumped at the chance to be her parents ! She was just that fantastic. !We believe you also would not want to miss a moment ..Matt's zest for life , his way of embracing nature,all those family memories!. .We hope and we pray as exhausting as GRIEF is....that you feel Matt's presence in your life! We do know exactly how it feels to have your world turned upside down! Praying for you...Sally and Gene
Sally and Gene Kopecky
June 3, 2012
Matt and I graduated together from Washington H.S. in 1989 and his father was my dentist until I was 16 yrs. old. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family. He will be dearly missed.
RIP Matt.
Laura J Crance INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Carter)
June 2, 2012