Jonathan Shively Obituary

Capt. Jonathan J. Shively COLUMBIA, SC - Captain Jonathan Jesse Shively, US Army National Guard, 33, of Columbia, SC, died Sunday afternoon in a Columbia hospital. His funeral will be 3:00 PM Saturday afternoon, May 8, 2010, in the CHAPEL OF DIAL-MURRAY FUNERAL HOME, MONCKS CORNER. Interment will follow in the St. James United Methodist Church Cemetery, Jamestown, SC, with full military honors. Friends may call at the funeral home from 5:00 until 7:00 PM Friday. Jonathan was born February 2, 1977, in San Diego, CA, a son of Jon Howard Shively and Fay Brunson Shively. He was a former football player and graduate of Macedonia High School and a graduate of Charleston Southern University. He was currently enrolled in the MBA program at Charleston Southern University and was a programmer for the Computer Science Corporation, Blythewood, SC. Jonathan was adventurous and enjoyed playing computer games and skiing. He was very family oriented and sociable. Jonathan began his military career in September of 2000 as a Canon Field Specialist. He later realized his desire to be an officer and a pilot. On October 20, 2005, he received his commission in order to assume his career as an officer. During his career, he participated in many training exercises and attended any training available in order to further his military education. His first assignment as a 2nd Lieutenant was the position as a Liaison Officer in the HHC/51st Aviation Group. On January 24, 2008, Jonathan was assigned to THE Battalion, 1-151st as the Liaison Officer in HHC upon his return from flight school. On September 23, 2008, he was transferred to Charlie Company, 1-151st Attack Reconnaissance Battalion as a Platoon Leader and an AH-64 Apache Pilot. Surviving are, his mother of Jamestown; his father and his wife, Carla, of W. Shokan, NY; his fiance;, Diana Cotter of Columbia; a sister, Renee Taylor and her husband, Gregg, of Middleburg, FL; two brothers, John J. "Jay" Matkovich, III, and his wife, Sherry, of Charlotte, NC, and Staff Sgt. Walter L. "Wally" Matkovich and his wife, Susan, of Pinopolis; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members. Online condolences may be sent to the family via www.dial-murrayfuneralhome.com. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on May 6, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Jonathan Shively

14 Entries

ellen hancock

June 1, 2010

i will never forget my beautiful little freckle-faced nephew jonathan. such a bright,spunky little guy, full of life and imagination. his extended family misses him deeply. jonathan made his daddy proud, and was such a joy to him for all of his 33 years. his love was freely given to us, and his loss is keenly felt.

herb floyd

May 19, 2010

my god it feels like yesterday we were goofing off.being kids.jonathon and i were best freinds for many years.ill miss him dearly.im so sorry miss faye.wally and the rest of the family.

Jennifer Lowery

May 7, 2010

Words don't seem like enough to take away the pain of losing a loved one. I am truly sorry for the lost of Lt Shively. I had never met him but my husband is part of the 1-151 and he recently went to some training with Johnathon. I am truly shaken by this tragedy and my prayers are with each of you. I have faith in knowing that God is in control and he is more powerful than anything and he can comfort us in a way that nothing else can. I pray for God's arms to be around each family member to comfort and touch you in a mighty way.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Lowery, Spouse of soldier of 1-151.
My husband is Sgt Robert Lowery

Chrystal Mills McElvogue

May 7, 2010

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I went to high school with Jonathan. He was always so caring and could always make you laugh. It is very heartbreaking to see someone so young taken so early.

Berri Dunn

May 7, 2010

The Lord hears good people when they cry out to him, and He saves them from all their troubles.
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted, and He saves those whose spirits have been crushed.
(Ps 34:17-18)

May the power of prayer and God's healing hands comfort all of Jonathan's family and friends during this time of sorrow and pain. Thank you for your service to this country, land of the free, home of the brave.

May 7, 2010

I'm so sorry to here about your lost. My prayers are to the family to keep you strong.
James Watson

May 6, 2010

Thank you Sir for your leadership and talent. I am truley sorry for your loved ones and I have felt pain myself. I launched you and Mr. Carpenter that morning. Thank You

May 6, 2010

You and your family are in my prayers.
Deputy Coroner David Burns
Richland County

Lamar Campbell

May 6, 2010

Our prayers to you and your family in this time of great sorrow.

Steve McCracken

May 6, 2010

Thank you sir for what you have done for me and my country...I didnt know you but I will never forget you. Sincere condolences to all family members and friends. From the bottom of my heart, I am so sorry for your loss...May God bless.

Nicole Blakely

May 6, 2010

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. (Ps 116.15)

The Lord is near to all who call upon Him, To all who call upon Him in truth. He will fulfill the desire of those who fear Him; He also will hear their cry and save them. (Ps 145.18-19)

Desiree Lykes

May 6, 2010

Thank you for serving this country!!!

Davis&Donna Dennis

May 6, 2010

Walley and family,So sorry for your loss of your brother.You and your family will be in our prayers.

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