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Michael MATCHETT Obituary

MATCHETT, Michael Allan
September 4, 1960 - November 7, 2013
With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Mike of Kelowna, B.C. Cherished father of Cole, Jenna and Jayden. Beloved son of Margaret and the late Bill. Dearest brother of Darlene (Rick) Scott, Cathy (Jeff) Chapman, Brian, Patsy (Barry) Caille, Greg (Leah), and Bill (Noël). Dear friend of Kari O'Rourke and Shannon Kennedy. Dearly loved uncle of many nieces and nephews. Mike was an avid record collector and lover of Nature's outdoors. Family was everything to Michael- his children meant the world to him. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Springfield Funeral Home, Kelowna, B.C. Viewing Thursday, November 14; Funeral Friday, November 15 at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers a trust fund has been set up for Michael's children at TD Canada Trust. Contact funeral home for further information. Online condolences www.springfieldfuneralhome.com. "Come with Me...Lie in Peace...Fear no more."

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Published by Windsor Star on Nov. 13, 2013.

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Jenna Matchett

April 23, 2014

you will be missed daddy :)

November 27, 2013

So sad...Just found out...Had just re-connected with him through facebook a few months ago, and he made me laugh as always...We met in Banff , 30 or so years ago, and remained good friends for the duration..The last time he e-mailed me, he told me how much he loved his children and was doing eveything he could to make shure they had the best of everything...And i know he did exactly that.You are one of a kind Mike......Sorry I never told you how special you are.Marie

Murray Gillard

November 22, 2013

Shocked and saddened. Michael was a great friend and brother,he will be forever missed. Deepest sympathies to all the Matchett family.

Gerry Tremblay

November 18, 2013

I have many fond memories of Mike but none better than going thru the mountains in that old car of his with Mike, Greg and Brian….and spending quality time in Banff.
Our deepest condolences to the whole Matchett family.
Love you all Gerry, Teresa & Cole Tremblay xoxo

Starlene Matchett

November 17, 2013

Dear Marg and family, we were shocked and terribly saddened to hear of Mike's passing. Our thoughts and prayers and with you. I always thought he would come back to us for one more visit - he was a much loved cousin xo

Julie and Bob Wirtel

November 16, 2013

We are so sorry to hear the news of Michael's death. We are praying for all of the Matchett family during this time of sadness. May God sooth your hearts. Love, Julie and Bob

November 15, 2013

Greg, Leah and Family,
Greg, so sorry for the loss of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Love,
Derk and Sharron
xoxo

November 15, 2013

We were so very sad to hear this news today. To the entire Matchett Family please know we share in your pain and sorrow and understand too greatly the loss you are feeling. Michael was always someone who could make you laugh and his jovial friendly personality was contagious. He will surely be missed but not forgotten. HUGS to your family. Rob and Nancy Campana

Greg Dickinson

November 15, 2013

Spent a lot of time with Michael in Banff. What a great bunch of memories! He will always be remembered for his big smile and huge laugh! Gone too soon. My condolences to all of his family.

Randy Stengel & family

November 14, 2013

Dear Patsy, Brian and the rest of the Matchett Family, My deepest condolences on the passing of your brother & son. It was quite a shock to see Michael's name and picture in the obituaries. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

November 14, 2013

Cathy Green

November 14, 2013

To the Matchett family.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless Forrest and Cathy Green

John Stanley

November 14, 2013

soo...sorry to hear. HE was always a true friend...

Mark Palazzi

November 14, 2013

I'm so sorry to hear about Michael. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

November 14, 2013

Brian,so sorry to hear of this.My condolences to the entire family.
Ron Lebert

Matthew Demers

November 14, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Mike was a great guy, gone much too soon.

Dawna Skrudland

November 14, 2013

Once upon a time in a land far away, Michael was the best room mate a girl could have and was like the big brother I never had. He touched my life and I am saddened to hear of his passing.

Linda Harris (Doherty)

November 14, 2013

To the entire Matchett family, my deepest sympathies.

November 14, 2013

To the Matchett Family,
Our Sincere condolences,memories,and thoughts are with all of you.
Neighbors from Pillette Rd.the Sinkevitch Family

Cher schwartz

November 14, 2013

So very sad, most sincere condolences to Michael's whole family. We shared many laughs and good friends.

Roxanne Bloomfield

November 14, 2013

So truly sorry to learn of Mike's passing. He was a good friend back in his Banff days and I was so happy to reconnect with him thru facebook. My heartfelt sympathies are extended to his friends and family and especially his children whom he adored. May you rest in peace my friend.

gary and my best friend

lois zachary

November 14, 2013

TO THE MATCHETT FAMILY, i am coles nana....and was so fortunate to have mike in our lives...always loved him and his love of life. was so priviledged to have met mikes mom, loved her dearly....she raised an awesome son...the love in his heart for everyone, manifested itself in his life. we will never forget him

Dianne Bako

November 13, 2013

Margaret & Family,
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to all of you during this difficult time, and our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Dianne & Mitchell Bako

chris mckay

November 13, 2013

Dear Marg and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Sincerely, Chris McKay (Met Hospital)

November 13, 2013

Marg and family, it is with great sadness that I have learned about the loss of Michael. I am at Ann's in Huntsville and will call you when I return. My deepest condolences to all of your family.
Darlene Hall

mary morneau

November 13, 2013

i was so saddened to hear of Mike's passing...my heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of the Matchett family and extended family...<3

Cindy and Greg Pancheshan

November 13, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences.

David(Red) Lauzon

November 13, 2013

Brian , condolences to you and your family over the passing away of Mike . God Bless.

Janet St.Pierre

November 13, 2013

Cathy, I send my deepest sympathy to you, your family and Michaels children you are all in my thoughts at this time. May he rest in peace.

November 13, 2013

Keith and I are so sorry. Our prayers are with you.

November 13, 2013

We are sorry to learn of your loss, our deepest sympathies.

Al & Cindy Matchett

Rene &Darlene &Mark Tremblay

November 13, 2013

Our deepest condolences to Greg and the entire Matchett family. You are all in our hearts and prayers.

Mel Monczak

November 13, 2013

It is with great sadness that I send my condolences to the Matchett family as well as to all of those who knew Michael. To all who will have many memories of Michael I'm sorry for your loss.

Noel Matchett

November 13, 2013

You will always be remembered to me as a loving, caring and fun man! I only had the opportunity to spend time with you a few times but your fun-loving and caring nature came shining through. Cole, Jenna & Jayden - you are in my thoughts and prayers (as well as the whole family). Wish I could be there with you all. <3

November 13, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of your great loss Marg. My thoughts are with all the family during this most trying time.
Leona McNamara

November 13, 2013

My deepest sympathies to Michael's family; although I haven't seen Michael since grade school he left a lasting impression ; )
I will always remember him as a neighbour and classmate.

Rose Lesperance (nee Ferchuk)

November 13, 2013

My deepest sympathies to Michael's family, although I haven't seen Michael since grade school he left a lasting impression ; )
I will always remember him as a neighbour and classmate.

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