Matthew Harding of Apostle Passes Away

October 24, 2012 By Rob Houston

In Memory of

Matthew Robert Harding

February 8, 1957 – October 19, 2012

Memorial Service

Friday, October 26, 2012 | 11:00a.m.

Ortega United Methodist Church

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Matthew Robert Harding passed away on October 19, 2012. Matt was born February 8, 1957 in Jacksonville, He was predeceased by his parents Charles and Helen Harding and leaves an extended group of caring family and friends. Matt was a beloved and cherished father and is survived by his two loving children, Molly and Jacob Harding, both of Jacksonville. Both Molly and Jacob saw their father as a man of strong faith and values throughout his life. Matt was a talented and creative musician, and in the past was actively involved with his church music ministry and will be remembered for his creation of the Contemporary Christian band Apostle. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, October 26, 2012 at the chapel of Ortega United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions may be made to Ortega United Methodist Church. Arrangement are under the direction of Hardage-Giddens Edgewood Chapel 729 South Edgewood Ave Jacksonville, Florida 32205.

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