Flint, Michigan
PRATER, Matthew J. - Of Swartz Creek, age 16, died Wednesday, September 17, 2003, as the result of an automobile accident. Funeral service will be held at 2PM Monday, September 22, 2003 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Reverend David E. Ray officiating. Burial in Fairview Cemetery. Those desiring may make contributions to the South Mundy United Methodist Church or a charity of one's choice. Visitation 5-8PM Saturday and 4-8PM Sunday at the funeral home. Matt was born in Flint, Michigan on March 16, 1987. He was currently attending Lake Fenton High School and attended Linden Schools. Matt enjoyed a variety of sports including, football, basketball, volleyball, baseball, ping pong, fishing and hunting. Surviving are mother, Lynn and husband Ben Blazier of Swartz Creek; father John of Linden; sister, Kathryn Prater of Swartz Creek; aunts, Susan Kupres of Linden, Leslie Tannehill of Clearwater, Florida; uncles, Scott Tannehill of Sarasota, Florida and Tim Prater of Missouri; cousins, Tony and Andy; and a host of special church and school friends.
Matt,
Your awesome buddy, we spent a lot of time together. Playing ping-pong until the middle of the night, scoping out girls, and playing soccer together. I'll miss you a lot buddy, and you'll always and forever be in my prayers. I am gonna go play table tennis with your dad-- lets see if he can beat me. I love you bud!
Alex Fenech
October 18, 2003 | Swartz Creek,Michigan
I went to elementary school with Matt and Katheryn at Randels Elem. The two kids were always so much fun and so friendly. I remember once that someone figured out that Matt and I had the same initials, so they figured that someday we must be getting married. I know its kind of a silly elementary school thing but when I heard about what happened it was a really special moment to remember. I havnt spoken with Matt or Katheryn for a long time but now I am able to talk to him any time. I am very...
Megan Parkes
September 23, 2003 | Flint, MI
Remembered By
DANIELLE LONG
September 22, 2003 | FLINT, MI
Even know i didnt know Matt that long i felt that i had known him for quite sometime. We had hung out from time to time. He was a great person to hang out with, always joking about this and that, laughing about every little thing. Matt was a great friend to have and to be around. I will always remember him as a true friend. I thank Ms.Zion the School Social Worker from Linden High School for allowing me to come down and sign this guest book.
Fred Wallace
September 22, 2003 | Linden, MI
Please know that all the Family and
friends of Matthew will be in our prayers.
Sr. Pat Foley
Spiritual Care Dept
Genesys Health Park
Sr. Pat Foley
September 22, 2003 | Grand Blanc, MI
Matt,
You were one of the sweetest guys I had ever met. I remember in 8th grade sittin in class and the only thing that you would do is crack a joke just to get a laugh! Then this summer at the Summer Happinings with Eric that was even better. No matter the time you were always making someone feel good about themselves or just tryin to get them to smile. Everyone here will miss you and we all love you and hope that your watching down on us. To the Prater family I'm sorry for the loss...
Rosie Harwood
September 22, 2003 | Linden, MI
*Matt's Family*
I'am so sorry for your loss. You will forever be in our prayers.
Kristen Hayes
September 22, 2003 | Linden, MI
Matt we had some great times. The more I think about what has happend the more I cant believe it. You were a great guy,you are an angel in my eyes. I'll never forget you. You will always have a place in my heart. Please watch over everyone and keep us safe. We all love you Matt. Anyone who got to know you recieved a gift from god. Love and miss you buddy.. *~Kristen~*
Kristen Hayes
September 22, 2003 | Linden, MI
Matthew Prater, You touched so many lives here at Lake Fenton, Linden, Carmen and everywhere else you happened to be. We miss you more then words can say. I'll always remember when I tore your cast off with my teeth on the bus ride home from svsu. You complained for weeks about how mad your mom was. Every moment I spent with you will be treasured for as long as I live. Keep smiling up there and never forget us. I'll love you always and forever.
Joelle Prose
September 21, 2003 | Fenton, MI
