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Matthew C. Palma

Matthew Palma Obituary

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Matthew C. Palma, 34 of Fort Myers Beach died Thursday, April 5, 2007. He attended Worthington High School and Ohio State University in Columbus, OH and served as manager and editor for Rail Pass Express and Senior Editor/Researcher for the books of Europe by Eurail and Britain by Britrail. A sensitive, kind and generous Personality and an avid Buckeye fan he will be missed dearly.

Surviving are his mother and step-father, LaVerne and Joe Kosinski of Fort Myers Beach, FL, his father, Franco Palma of Columbus, OH, grandmothers, Ruth Woodrum of Marion, OH and Rita Zaruba of Columbus, OH, stepbrothers, Michael and Matthew Kosinski and stepsisters, Autumn and Erin Kosinski and Rachael Birn.

Friends may call at the Phil Kiser Funeral Home, Tuesday, April 10th from 6-8 PM. Further services and burial will take place in Marion, OH. Kiser Funeral Home

481-4341

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Published by The News-Press on Apr. 9, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Palma

70 Entries

JP Murphy

June 24, 2007

I can't tell you what a shock this was to me. Matt was a Fiji pledge brother of mine and a groomsman in my wedding. We stayed in contact over the years via email and we were looking forward to catching up during my next trip to Ft Myers. Matt you will be deeply missed as the world has lost you way to early. My heart felt sympathy goes out to all of your family and friends. Rest in peace my brother.

Matt and Mom "Vernie" dancing the night away

June 8, 2007

Ellen Byrnes

June 8, 2007

I worked with Matt at RailPass Express and enjoyed his humor and big smiles all of the years there together. Matt was always upbeat, eager to 'go the mile' and kept the office lively. You will be missed by so many people, you have touched many lives in your short time on this earth. Rest in peace Matthew. My condolenses to Laverne and her family, he will always be in our hearts.

Eric Castle

June 8, 2007

Matt was one of the coolest cousins any one could ever have. His giving, and time to everyone is what I remember him most by. He will always be missed, and in our hearts.

Stefanie Fournier

April 27, 2007

I met Matt during our summer in London working and living with Spencer. He was so friendly and welcomed me right in. Matt was so much fun, he always had a smile and was known to break into song with Spencer at any given moment. He was bright and full of life. I am so saddened by this news and my heart goes out to Matt's family and friends. I will always remember him and the great summer we had together.

John H. Dwyer Jr.

April 25, 2007

Words cannot express the sorrow of a life that has ended too soon. Matt and I pledged together, along with 20 others, and were brothers in Phi Gamma Delta at Ohio State. He was always involved, and outspoken in matters concerning the house and it's brothers. Matt was courteous to friends and visitors, and became very distinguished among all of us in our college years. It is obvious he continued that affection towards others until his last day. He will be missed deeply.

Christie Hooks

April 24, 2007

Matt, I don't know what to say except for goodbye. Life was definitely not boring with you around. I was shocked to hear that you had passed on, but I hope you have finally found peace with this World. I still think of you and will remember only good times, Christie

Martine Levy

April 23, 2007

Matt was such a kind soul. The world is a poorer place without him, and each of our lives that bit emptier. Where ever you are Matt, know that you have a special place in so many hearts.

He liked to look his best :-)

April 21, 2007

Matty had a smile for every occassion

April 21, 2007

Carol-Jane Lingard

April 21, 2007

Dear Matt
I knew you for such a brief time and yet although I was a complete stranger you welcomed me into your home, gave me a place to stay and looked after me like a long lost family member. You were warm, engaging and very very kind. I am a better person for having known you - my first American friend. Your time here was all too brief but in that short time you clearly touched and warmed so many lives. You will be missed. I just want to send my love and prayers to Matt's family in this time of sadness - you are all in my thoughts.

Matt spent the whole day dressed up like this :-)

April 20, 2007

Matty being dutch for the day

April 20, 2007

Spencer Vanderwerf

April 20, 2007

I knew Matt for only 5 years and in that time we became best of friends. We visited each other many times across the Atlantic and we lived in London together. I will cherish our time together in the UK, USA and our trips to Europe

No one could wish to meet a nicer guy with so much zest for life. My life is all the better for meeting Matty- Rest in peace my friend!!!

April 20, 2007

Ken Burrows

April 19, 2007

I have know Mattie for about 8 years now and he was a very kind and generous person. I was honored to spend the weekend of Ohio State vs. Florida with him on Jan. 8, 2007. We had a very good time. He was a world travelor and I respected him in many ways. He was going to come visit us in South Lake Tahoe in the coming months. He will be sadly missed.

Adam Goldberg

April 19, 2007

Matt was one of my fraternity brothers. He was one of the first Fiji's that I had met. He was in charge of my pledge class. He was one of the main reasons why I chose to become a Fiji. I thought if all the guys were like Matt, friendly, egoless, and fun that the Phi Gam house was the best place for me. It definelty was. I'll miss you buddy.

Dennis Panella

April 18, 2007

This is so unfair. You were just in Arizona over Christmas and I feel lucky that we (Catie, Gail and I) were able to spend some quality time together. This was really the first time that Catie was able to really know what kind of person you are and she really misses you. I remember the day you were born. You did not like to take your naps but I was always able to lay down with you and get you to sleep. The trips through Colorado, the Spring Breaks in AZ, along with other adventures in Ohio. The yearly phone calls and family fun as Michigan and Ohio State played every year around Thanksgiving. I will miss those calls win or lose it was fun. You will be missed, I was so excited that you were thinking about moving out here to AZ with us. You will be missed and you will always be in my thoughts. I know you will be looking out for us. Zio Franco words alone cannot express my feelings, but always know you have a whole family around you for support. Arizona welcomes you anytime.

Love,

Dennis Panella

Mark Robinson, Matt, Anne Mulbarger, Cathy (O'Toole) Thomas, Mark Starr, Barb Heilman, Derek Banister (SP?) and Spencer Kilborne

April 18, 2007

Matt, we all miss you: Mark Robinson and Anne

Anne Mulbarger

April 18, 2007

Matt was an amazing person with a true heart of gold. He had the ability to lift anyone's spirits and the his energy and zest for life was infectious! You are so missed, my friend. To your family and loved ones, my deepest prayer of comfort and solace goes out to you! God bless you all!

Jimmy Miller

April 17, 2007

Matt was a great guy with a wonderful sense of humor. I will always remember the good times we had when we were kids and arm wrestling in high school study hall...he always won. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his loved ones.
God Bless You My Friend.

Sandy Lucksted (Panella)

April 17, 2007

Matt, it's so hard to believe your precious life was cut so short. It was always the three of us...you, Denny and me. It will always be the three of us in my heart. Left with only memories, you will be dearly missed forever. I love you Matt...rest in peace my cousin.
Sandy Lucksted

Tonja Ahijevych

April 15, 2007

Matthew Palma, my first high school boyfriend who made Speech class much more interesting. Our paths didn't cross post WHS, but you'd pop into my head from time to time and it would make me smile. I am shocked and terribly sorry to hear of your passing, much too early, dear Matt. My thoughts and prayers are with your family to help them through this tragic time. May God be with you.

Brian Lee

April 15, 2007

Matt it was a pleasure knowing you. I have many memories of us in our younger years playing football in our backyards, and getting into trouble. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Doris Cunningham

April 14, 2007

Matthews family, may the Holy Spirit comfort you during this time of great loss. I am your cousin and was at the funeral,didn t get to talk with you but want you to know am truly sorry of this happening. Your cousin, Doris Cunningham

DIANE Kinzel

April 13, 2007

Laverne, i know we have not seen each other for many years. 2nd cousin Diane Kinzel. I never had the privilege of meeting Matt.i'm sure he was a fine young man. My heart goes out to you and yours during this time of such pain. There is nothing anyone can say or do to ease that. it is a place only God can touch. you are in my thoughts and prayers, life is hard sometimes and we dont have the answers ,but God He does. He will never leave you. Look up when you dont know where to look.

Michelle Thomas (Plouffe)

April 13, 2007

It makes me so sad to know that Matt's life was cut so short. Although it has been many years since I have seen Matt, I remember so well how he could lift my spirits with his genuine kindness and fun sense of humor. I will keep him and his family in my thoughts and prayers.

Nickie Gaines(Oiler)

April 13, 2007

I have fond memories of Matt from Worthington High School. He had such a great sense of humor and was very well liked by our class. I am sad to hear of his passing. My deepest sympathies go out to his family and close friends.

Matt & Dave at the Channel Mark

April 13, 2007

Matt on Tim Gilberts sailboat

April 13, 2007

Matt , Shirley & arielle at the "Channel Mark"

April 13, 2007

Christmas at the " Channel Mark"

April 13, 2007

Chastity Parker (Oiler)

April 13, 2007

I remember Matt from Worthington High School. He always had a way of making me smile with his goofy humor. He will always be remembered!

Heather Hanna

April 13, 2007

My thoughts and prayers go out to all who loved and will miss Matt!! He was a big part of my younger years and I will always remember his kind heart and the fun we shared! God Bless!

Nicole Caldwell (VanSteyn)

April 13, 2007

I have fond memories of Matt from High school and was saddened to hear of his passing. He was someone who could always make me laugh or smile- I want to give my condolences to his family & loved ones. I know he will be sorely missed.

Ken Schlichenmeyer

April 13, 2007

Matt was a great person to be around. He will be missed by all of us who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and riends. May God bless and keep you and may his light shine upon you now and forever.

Tim Gilbert

April 12, 2007

Matt - your enthusiasm and positive attitude will always remain as cheerful memories of my time knowing you.

Amy Strine

April 12, 2007

We were so shocked to hear of Matt's passing. I have not known Matt in his adult life, however, growing up across the street from each other he was a fun and special kid. His warm personality was ever-present with all the kids on our street and our sympathies go out to Laverne and her family.

Amy (Yoder) Strine

Debi Frazier

April 12, 2007

Franco,
I'm so sorry for your loss that I just learned about and I know how hard this is going to be on you and your family. Remember to take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you until the two of you are reunited in heaven.

charles blase

April 12, 2007

I have not seen Matt in over 8 years. However, I know one of his closest friends and know what he meant to her.

In the time that I did know Matt, he was a true, kind sole.

Matt, you were taken from the world way to early. May you rest in peace and we will see each other again some day.

Jill Manougian

April 12, 2007

Matt, I will miss you so much, and I'm so sorry I didn't get a chance say goodbye. I hope you've found peace. I will always love you! My thoughts and prayers go out to your other friends and family. By the way, anyone who knows the details of the service in Marion, please e-mail me.

Rob Dusthimer

April 12, 2007

It saddens me to learn that my first true real friend in life has passed. Matt and I were the best of friends in grade school. He and I were on the same soccer team and we spent the night at each others house all the time. I remember the day we became "blood brothers" too. We each whacked ourselves on the knuckes with a comb until they bled and touched our knuckles together. I will always remember my buddy.

Kyle Lucus

April 11, 2007

It comes as such a shock to find that a man with such passion for life has gone to be with his lord. I pray that his family will find peace, but more importantly, I hope Matt has found peace. You will be missed by those whose lives you have touched.

Tom Rumora

April 11, 2007

Franco, Laverne, Rita, and families -
My prayers are with you...

Spencer Kilbourn

April 11, 2007

Matt was a dear friend through many of our most formative years and I have felt his influence in my life often and always with a smile. I'm sorry about the recent years in which we fell out of touch and would give a great deal to have just a little time back. I know however, that he touched many more lives in the time we've been apart and for that I am thankful. My heart grieves for his family and friends. I am proud to have known such a wonderful person and I will miss him terribly.

Ryan McClure

April 11, 2007

Matt and I were neighbors in the FIJI house, at O.S.U. Matt was a fun and entertaining guy. He always had time for a laugh, and a smile. He was a terrific young man.

Rachael & Scott Binder

April 11, 2007

Matt: I am speechless. I have known you for so long. I.ve never had anything but good words for you. LaVerne... We are so sad to hear the news. You guys are in our prayers.

Ted Smith

April 11, 2007

Matt, you are a big part of my great memories at the FIJI house at Ohio State. My deepest sympathies to your family. You were my pledge ed and a good friend. I'll always remember your personality and zeal. May God rest your soul.

Stacey Schrader (Hart)

April 11, 2007

Matthew...thank you for all the memories at Worthington HS and OSU. You will always be in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. God Bless. L-Stac

Paula Everett

April 11, 2007

I have known Matt since John and I saw him at the hospital. He was a gift to his parents and grandparents and a blessing to know. Matt was polite, witty, gracious, and kind whenever I had the chance to see him.

Ron and I are heart broken for LaVerne, Joe, Ruth, Regina, Mark,
Franco, Rita,and all of the rest of Matt's family and friends. I have known and loved these people for over forty years, and there just are no words to say how sad and sorry I
am.

Sarah Osborne

April 11, 2007

Matt, you and I were the oldest of the cousins. I always looked forward to seeing you around the holidays because your presence would light up a room and you, together with the family, and Uncle Mark, always made us laugh. You will truely be missed. May God give us extra strength and comfort that we all maybe able to see each other again, one day. Love U.

Evan Glassman

April 10, 2007

Matt and I had a lot of good times together. We met through Blake Seo when you both were living on Ebner. My thoughts go out to the family, and other dear friends. This is a tragic and untimely passing. You will be missed.

Stephanie Lynch

April 10, 2007

Mattie... my wonderful friend, Mattie... You have no idea how much you will be missed. I'll keep you in my heart, my mind, and my soul for eternity. Your presense was a gift to so many people and now we know your presense in Heaven will bless that many more. The memories we have made will go on forever and ever and ever and EVER! Thank you for touching my life and being my boulder in hard situations. Thank you for you... my wonderful friend, Mattie...

Steph Griffith

April 10, 2007

You left much too soon Matt. I'll treasure our adventures and you will always hold a special place in my heart. Your vivacious desire for life will be remembered and admired. My prayers are with you and your family. Love always,

Josh Haverick

April 10, 2007

Matt was a very kind person to me and the friends I had at Ohio State. I will remember that he had a great, infectious laugh. R.I.P. --Josh

Steven Belmonte

April 10, 2007

Mathew Palma was one of the best friends a person could ever have. You will be missed very much my friend. I will miss you, but i will see you agian in Heaven.

Brittany Dibari

April 10, 2007

Matt was a kind, caring, and wonderful person! I will cherish the memories that we shared. My thoughts and prayers are with all of Matt's family and friends. God bless you all.

Todd and Mare Oglevee

April 10, 2007

Matt was one of the kindest people we knew. He touched the lives of everyone he met. Our prayers are with his family at this difficult time.

Jeremy Wilmoth

April 10, 2007

Matt and I had many fun times at Ohio State University. We met bartending at the Cooker restaurant on Lane Ave in 1995. I'm deeply sad with his passing, but happy that I was able to spend time with him in January at the OSU football game.. Rest in peace my friend. I will miss you dearly.

Deb Barnett

April 10, 2007

Matt ALWAYS had a smile and a warm hug whenever I would see him! Please keep his smiles and warm hugs in your family's thoughts as you celebrate his spirit. God bless.

Sheila Clowes

April 9, 2007

I worked with Matt in the Railpass office in Columbus. He was always very kind,and thoughtful and was fun to work with. I am so sorry to hear of his passing and so young. My prayers and thoughts go out to his family.

Heather McLaughlin

April 9, 2007

Matt and I grew up together as neighbors. We used to walk home from elementary school and always found something to get into as we were growing up. Matt was a friend that I cherished through childhood and into adulthood.
His sincerity was ever-present in our friendship. He could look straight trough me and know my feelings; he would give the best advice, and always have a laugh to follow any serious conversation.
Matt wrote me a letter, after a friends wedding, giving me wisdom in my own life as well as complimenting those around us. I still have that letter and read it whenever I am down or need a friend.
Matt, you are loved by many and by me. You are the smartest man I know and I only wish peace with your resting spirit. God love you.

Melissa Nichols

April 9, 2007

Matt was a dear friend and old roommate of mine for almost 2 years in Columbus. There will always be a spot in my heart for him. Love you and miss you Matt. Prayers go out to all of his friends and family.

Melissa Nichols

April 9, 2007

Matt was a dear friend of mine and roommate of almost 2 years in Columbus. He will always be in my heart. I send out prayers to all of his family and friends. Rest in Peace Matty! Love ya!

Joe Muni

April 9, 2007

Matt was a great fraternity brother of mine during the good ole' days at The Ohio State University. He will be missed by many. I always thought he was the most reserved person, and very kind. I will always remember him shouting to me..."Yo Muni"...in a deep drawn out New York Italian voice...everytime he saw me. Im sorry Matt, sorry your life had to be cut so short. I will miss you. R.I.P.

Derek Carter

April 9, 2007

Matt was a Fraternity Brother at Ohio Sate. He will be missed.

Marlene Smith

April 9, 2007

Matt is a complete JOY. His smile, his warms hugs and that infectous laugh drew to to him immediately. You could tell that Matt never met a stranger. One of the best things is that Matt touched my life and enriched it. No one can take that way. My sympathies and hugs to all the family and friends.

Aaron Woodrum

April 8, 2007

Matt was my cousin and will always be remembered by me. Matt was always someone that I could count on to be there for me when I really needed him. If I can be half as generous and kind as he was I will be content. His passing leaves a hole in my heart and I will treasure the memories that I have of him. Matt, buddy I miss you and will always love you.

Ciao

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