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Lynn Matthews Obituary

MATTHEWS-Lynn M. (nee Gentner) October 29, 2007 of West Seneca, NY. Wife of Jeffrey S. Matthews; devoted mother of Jessica, Sara and Jeffrey R. "J.R."; sister of Rick Gentner, Lori (Daniel) Petrinec and Jacki (Michael) Jones; also survived by many nieces, nephews and close friends. Friends may call Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the WOOD FUNERAL HOME, 784 Main St., East Aurora, NY. Funeral services at the Faith Lutheran Church, 1230 Bowen Rd., Elma, NY on Friday at 10:00 AM (please assemble at church). Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Orchard Park, NY. Flowers gratefully declined. Contributions to the Dent Neuro-Oncology Patient Care Fund, 3980 Sheridan Dr., Amherst, NY 14226 would be appreciated.

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Published by Buffalo News from Oct. 30 to Oct. 31, 2007.

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November 13, 2007

All,
I am at a lost for words. I only wish you great peace and comfort in this difficult time. Many people come in and out of our lifes through the grace of God. I can truely say through it all they are never forgotten, especially when they touch your heart. I have not and will never forget the good times. May God bless you all.
Jeff O'Connor

Judy Schmidt

November 3, 2007

Jeff, Jessica, Sara and J.R
I'm so sorry that you have lost your Mom and wife. She was always so full of life and had a warm smile. Remember those great days and remember that you will see her again! My prayers are with you all.

Kristen Ritter

November 2, 2007

To the Matthews friends & family,

May God bless you during this difficult time. And to Lynn- "May the wind always be at your back, and the sun always upon your face, and may the wings of destiny carry you aloft to dance with the stars"

Tom DePerno

November 1, 2007

Jeff,
I am very sorry to hear about your wife. I will pray for you and your family in this difficult time. The Lord Jesus Christ is always there for you....He is a great source of comfort.He says in Matthew 11:28  Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
29  Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.
30  For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. If there is anything I can do for you Jeff, please let me know.
Tom

Linda and Mike Mohan

November 1, 2007

Lori,
Praying that you and your family will find strength in God's presence at this time. God Bless You.
Love,
Linda and Mike Mohan

Becky Cochran

November 1, 2007

Jess,

I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. take care.

Cal Schadt

November 1, 2007

To the Matthews Family

I had the pleasure of working with Lynn and she was a truly special lady and we will miss her dearly. Words are difficult to express the loss of a loved one. I do hope you will find some comfort in the days ahead as you recall special memories and good times.

Mark Glieco

November 1, 2007

Jacki,

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at thie most difficult time. May God bless and comfort you. If there is anything I can do please call.
Mark, Kathy, Kristen, Melissa & Marky Glieco.

Lynn and her posse from MOOG

November 1, 2007

Louise Stiegler

October 31, 2007

Jessica, Sara, and JR-
I am so sorry for you loss. Your mom was a wonderful person and she will be missed. My prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time.

Jennifer Feichter

October 31, 2007

Dear Matthews Family, I am truely sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was my hero in so many ways! I first met her at the YMCA and she made such an imprint on my heart. What a wonderful woman she was. I and my children will never forget "Ms. Lynn!"May God Bless and Protect, Jennifer, Brianne and Blake Feichter

Kairstin Szpara

October 31, 2007

My prayers are with your family - Your mom was a great women - She was such a devoted member to the YMCA - where I met her and had many great conversations with her My prayers are with you.

Darlene; Jim and Julie Nowakowski

October 31, 2007

Dear Matthews Family
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all.

audrey ginter

October 31, 2007

Dear Sara, So sorry to hear about your mom. My thoughts are with you and your family. If you need anything,let me know.Love Audrey Ginter.

Gail and Juliann Zawadzki

October 31, 2007

Sara,
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom.Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

cindi stiegler

October 31, 2007

Sara, Jes, JR
I am so sorry for your loss. I have great memories of fun times with your mom (and especially with you too Sara). I'll always remember her kindness and especially her sence of humor.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.

Stacey Czerniejewski

October 31, 2007

Matthews Family-

I'm truly sorry for your loss.. Your mom and I were great friends and she meant a lot to me... she'll always be remembered in my heart and though the great friends that she had... that I was able to come across.....

Lynn in Mexico 2006

October 31, 2007

Lynn and her kids

October 31, 2007

diesel Matthews

October 31, 2007

best friends forever

October 31, 2007

Gail Toy

October 31, 2007

Dear Sara,
I have such wonderful memories of my fellow "basketball mom buddy". She tried to be at every one of your games and was so proud of you. Cherish your memories! Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family! Rich, Gail & Ashley Toy

Kelly McDermott

October 31, 2007

Dear Jacki,

Both Doug and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of your sister. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kelly and Doug

Missy (Mellody) Ginal

October 30, 2007

Dearest Boz, Jessica, Sara and JR, and to all of Lynn's family and loved ones, We are deeply saddended at the loss of Lynn. She was so young and fought so hard. We will have you in our hearts. Mike and Missy (Mellody) Ginal and sons.

The Orlowski Family

October 30, 2007

Dear Matthews Family, we are so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful woman who truly touched everyones life.

Lou Mariacher

October 30, 2007

Sara, JR, and Jessica-
We were so saddened to hear about the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this very difficult time. Matt,Lou,Lauren,Lucas,Reece and Matthew Mariacher

Carrie Lynch

October 30, 2007

I knew Lynn for just a few years when I was working at the "Y". She always had a smile on her face and a kind word to say. I am truly saddened to have lost such a wonderful person. May God bless your family during this most difficult time.

Elizabeth Squire

October 30, 2007

My deepest sympathies are with your family. Lynn was a wonderful woman, and was always ready with a witty response to life’s problems. She will be greatly missed.

Nikki Wright

October 30, 2007

Jess,
I am so sorry to hear. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I will always remember her coming freshman year and bringing us pumpkins and my stuffed dog (which I still have).
So Sorry.

Christopher Goller

October 30, 2007

Kathy and I were so sorry to hear the news. We are thinking of you. Let us know if you need anything.

Gary & Karen Kraus

October 30, 2007

Lynn's strength and positive attitude touched so many of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Colleen Drajem

October 30, 2007

Lynn was one special lady!!!

Please accept my deepest sympathy and heartfelt thoughts. Words are so inadequate at a time like this, but my heart goes out to all of you. May God hold you in His arms and heal the sorrow that you feel. We are all going to Miss Lynn so much and her little quirks.
May your memories be a source of comfort at this time and may it help in some way to know that friends are sharing the sorrow in your heart.

Cheri Vogel

October 30, 2007

Jessica, Sara & JR: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

My mom at her best

October 30, 2007

Marta Hiczewski

October 30, 2007

Jacki, we were sorry to hear of the passing of your sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Marta, Greg, Martica & Shannon

Tina Nowicki

October 30, 2007

My heart goes out to all of you. Your mom was a great person.

Amy Terranova

October 30, 2007

Lynn, you were a gift to the world you will truly be missed.

Boz, Jess, Sara, J.R. and all, I am so sorry for your loss. Try to find comfort in remembering the good times with her. She was a spectacular lady!

With my deepest sympathy,

Louise Kieffer

October 30, 2007

Sara - please know that you and our your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Darlene Simmons

October 30, 2007

Jeff, Jessica, Sara and J.R. We are so sorry. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you hold on to all the wonderful memories. God Bless You all. Darlene, Jeff and Michelle

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