Matthew Evan Goldstein of Dallas, Texas, loving son, brother and friend passed away early Saturday morning in Denver, Colorado leaving this life too soon. He will be remembered for his gentleness of spirit and his warm, caring soul. He deeply loved his family and always had a strong connection to animals. His everlasting smile will forever be cherished in the hearts of so many dear friends and family members. Matthew is survived by his parents Steve and Deborah Goldstein, Cindy and Barry Zale. His brothers and sisters Jourdan Goldstein, Taylor Goldstein, Ben Zale, Molly and Evan Oxman and Betsy and Tyler Kraft. His grandparents Phil and Carol Laquey, Bob and Barbara Williams and Donald and Barbara Zale, nephew Max Oxman and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Harry and AdaBelle Goldstein. Matthew’s fun-loving spirit will live on through his one true love, Valentine, his always faithful, furry companion. Funeral Services will be held at Sparkman Hillcrest Northwest Chapel at 2:00 pm on Thursday, February 2, 2014. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Cody’s Fresh Start at www.codysfreshstart.com. Online condolences may be made at www.Sparkman-Hillcrest.com.