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Fred MATWYCHUK
July 27, 1934 - August 9, 2021
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On August 9, 2021, Mr. Fred Matwychuk of Spedden, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 87 years as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Fred is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen; 3 daughters, Carla Matwychuk, Tanya Matwychuk & Melissa (Jamie) Vasseur; 6 grandchildren, Maia, Samuel, Mira, Elias, Poppi & Georgi; 2 sisters, Mary Anderson & Anne (Cornel) Filipchuk; sister-in-law, Pat (Ron) Kopala; numerous nieces, nephews & friends. Fred was predeceased by his first wife, Esther; parents, Alexander & Irene Matwychuk; 2 brothers, Peter & Johnny. A Prayer Service will be held on Monday, August 16 at 7:30 p.m. at Vilna Cultural Centre, Vilna. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, August 17 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Spedden. Reverend Father Benny Ambrosie will be officiating, with interment in the church cemetery. If desired, donations may be made to Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Spedden or STARS Foundation c/o 5626 – 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1. To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com.
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From: Pat Worth
Relation: Friend
To the Matwychuk Family
Please accept our deepest condolences
Ella Lewicky & Family
From: Tracy Brown
Relation: Friend
Dearest Tanya, Kathleen and family — I am so sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. He was so formidable and seemed almost invincible. I wish you strength and peace as you deal with this loss.
From: Vera Yamniuk
Sending my thoughts and condolences to the family, especially to Carla and Tanya.
From: Olga Wynnyk
Relation: Family Friend
Dear Kathleen, Carla, Tanya, Melissa and Families
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing Fred. It was a shock to me as I am sure to all of you. Fred was a staple in our lives for many, many years.. Someone we could always count on in so many ways. He weathered many a storm with our family, and I am truly grateful to have called him a friend.. He was more than a friend he was family. I unable to attend the services, but I will be thinking of all of you and saying prayers for Fred, and all of your. May you keep your wonderful memories of Fred close to your heart. God Bless you all!
Love Olga Wynnyk
From: Peavey Mart
Deepest Sympathies to the Family
From: Barb Wynnyk
Relation: Family Friend
Dear Kathleen, Carla, Tanya, Melissa and famlies
Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your husband, father and grandfather. Fred was a staple for many, many years in our family.. He endured all the hard times with us and celebrated all the good times! It is a great loss for the Spedden community and the void he has left behind will be hard to fill.
It is with deep regret and sadness that we are unable to attend the services. But, know that we will be with you in spirit and will be saying prayers for Fred as well as all of you. Hold your memories close to your heart as they will sustain you all in the upcoming days, weeks and months ahead.
God Bless you all
Love Barb Wynnyk, Doug and Noah Gill
From: Nancy Shysh
Relation: Longtime friend of Fred and family
Kathleen, Carla,Tanya, Melissa and all the members of Fred’s family: As a life-long friend, extending sympathy and condolence and sharing in the sadness of the sudden tragic loss of Fred. He will be sorely missed by his treasured family as well as countless friends and especially by our church community. May he now rest in peace and may you all find strength and comfort in each other to bear this tragic loss. May his memory be eternal -forever in our hearts. Вічная Пам‘ять
From: Nina Young
Relation: Family Friend
Dear Kathleen, Carla, Tanya, Melissa and families,
We were so sorry to hear about Fred. Spedden has lost another pioneer who will be dearly missed by all. Take care and God Bless.
Nina and Jerry Young and family
From: Vera Oszust and family
Relation: Long time friends
Sorry to hear of Fred’s tragic death. Praying that God will comfort your heart, uplift your spirit, and carry you through this time of sadness to a place of peace.
With deepest sympathy,
From: Cyril and Gisele Amyotte
Relation: Friend and customer
Sending our deepest sympathies to Fred’s family you are all in our thoughts and prayers
Service Schedule
Prayers
Date & Time:
August 16, 2021
Beginning at 7:30pm
Location:
Vilna Cultural Centre
Funeral Service
Date & Time:
August 17, 2021
Beginning at 10:30am
Location:
Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Spedden
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Memorial donations will be gratefully accepted to: Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Spedden or STARS Foundation c/o 5626 – 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1
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