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Matthew Maas Obituary

Maas, Matthew David

Greece: Matt died peacefully at home on November 9, 2014 at age 50. Predeceased by his parents, Donald & Sheila Maas of Chili, NY. He is survived by his best friend and wife of 20 years Annette (Jorolemon) Maas; loving children, Ashley June and Austin David; sister, Martha (Tim) Daley; brother, Martin (Holly) Maas; son-in-law of Edgar "Eddo" (Kristen) Jorolemon; brother-in-laws, Jeff Jorolemon, Jerry (Chris) Jorolemon; sister-in-law, Pam Jorolemon; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends.

Matt was a veteran of the United States Army, he worked hard as a foreman in the commercial roofing industry and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was a kind, compassionate person and will be missed by everyone whose lives he touched. A special thank you to Dr. David Dougherty and his team, Dr. Kenneth Usuki and his team for their excellent care of Matt at the Wilmot Cancer Center and Phillips Lytle, LLP for their understanding and kindness during this difficult time.

Family and Friends are invited to a celebration of Matt's life Saturday, November 22nd, 11:00 AM at Lutheran Church of Our Savior 2415 Chili Avenue, Rochester NY 14624 where there will be a luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Maas Children's Fund c/o Tim and Martha Daley 22 Sunset Hill, Rochester, NY 14624 or to gofundme.com/h3qvjo in Matthew's memory. For more information and to sign Matthew's online guestbook, visit www.MeesonFamily.com

Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Nov. 16, 2014.
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Taylor Biata

May 23, 2017

My deepest sympathy and condolences to Matthew's family and to Martin and Martha-I am now living in northern NY and just now found out about Matthew's passing-and I was very much shocked and saddened to hear this. We knew each other as children back in the 60's when our parents would visit-and the memories of the times we would visit with each other at the house on Chestnut Ridge Rd. all came flooding back to me. I am so sorry to hear of Matthew's passing-my thoughts and my prayers are with his family and Martin and Martha at this difficult time. Sincerely, Steven Fries

Steven Fries

December 1, 2014

We will miss you

pam and jim camp

November 17, 2014

A friend and colleague of Matt's mother, I recall all Sheila went through to survive her dance with cancer. She came to work after treatments - in discomfort and pain - with her ever-present smile firmly in place. It was my honor to speak at her RIT memorial service. My condolences to the family - for the year Matthew suffered, for all the pain of losing him so young.

Donna Cullen

November 16, 2014

So very sorry for your loss . Matt was such a sweet soul . He will be missed .

Julie Pelow

November 16, 2014

We will always love you and miss you.

John and Sandie

November 16, 2014

We will always love you and miss you

November 16, 2014

Austin Maas

November 16, 2014

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Annette Maas I love you Matt and this poem is perfect..

November 16, 2014

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