It is with profound sadness that the community of Centralia, Kansas, joins together in mourning the sudden and heartbreaking loss of Cole Matson, a young man from Vermillion, whose life was tragically cut short following a devastating farm accident.
Cole was the kind of person who left a lasting impression—humble, hardworking, and full of quiet strength. Raised in the heart of rural Kansas, he embodied the values that define the Midwest: dedication to family and work, deep respect for the land, and an unwavering commitment to helping others. Whether in the fields, with his neighbors, or among friends, Cole was someone you could count on—dependable, kind-hearted, and always willing to lend a hand.
His loss is more than a personal tragedy—it is a sorrow felt throughout the farming and small-town communities of Nemaha County. His presence touched the lives of so many, and the grief that has settled over Centralia and beyond is a testament to just how much Cole meant to those who knew him.
While farming is a way of life that brings people together in purpose and pride, it is not without risk. Cole’s passing is a sobering reminder of the dangers that come with agricultural work, and of the resilience and unity that bind rural communities together in times of loss.
Cole is survived by his loving parents, siblings, extended family, and a wide circle of friends and neighbors who now carry the heavy burden of grief, but also the privilege of having known such a remarkable young man. His memory will live on not just in stories and photographs, but in the fields he once walked, the hands he helped, and the values he so clearly lived by.
Plans to celebrate and honor Cole’s life will be announced in the coming days, as the community gathers to offer love and strength to his family during this time of unimaginable sorrow.
To the Matson family: Your loss is our loss. Cole will never be forgotten.
Rest in peace, Cole. Your light will continue to shine in the hearts of all who loved you.
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