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Matthew Beattie Obituary

BEATTIE, MATTHEW; age 55; of Pontiac, formerly of Lake Orion; died unexpectedly at home on May 10, 2013. He was the son of Deanna Beattie; brother of Richard Beattie, Darrin (Stephanie) Beattie, Dion Beattie; uncle to Ashley, Alicia, Jordan and Elijah, great uncle to Noah and Allie; step-son to Julie Beattie, step-brother to Jessica Butler; and longtime best friend of Duane Christensen. Matt was preceded in death by his father, Lewis Beattie; and brother, Eric Beattie; and his beloved grandparents. Matt graduated from Lake Orion High School in 1976. Before his retirement for health reasons, Matt had worked for Numerical Machining Company and previously had spent many years in the food service industry. A Memorial Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at Renaissance Unity, 11200 E. 11 Mile Rd., Warren, MI 48089 with a lunch reception following the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Michigan Humane Society or Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency are encouraged.

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Published by The Oakland Press from May 18 to May 19, 2013.

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Terence Rundell

July 26, 2025

Dion, Richard and Darren I’d like to offer my greatest condolences in regards to your brother Matthew. I’m sorry to hear of his passing. I hope you are all are doing fine. Terence Rundell Terry.

Dion Beattie

June 4, 2013

I love you brother.

May 21, 2013

Rev Rick, I know your brothers physical presence is sadly missed. However he is in a "better place" as you have told us many times in your OUTSTANDING services at church..Amen

Hayden Family

May 19, 2013

Ric and Family.... We pray that your days are filled with wonderful memories of Matt. Although so painful here on earth not to see him in the physical world we can find comfort that he is safe and at peace in the hands of God. Take good care of yourselves and know that many keep you all close to their hearts at this difficult time. The Hayden's

May 18, 2013

so sorry to hear the news. I went to school with Matt and he was always nice to everyone. Tina Walzer Jackson

Dale Domke

May 18, 2013

Peace and love to you and your family at this very difficult time. Matt will forever remain in my thoughts. My prayers are with you.

Shirley Baird

May 18, 2013

Sorry for your loss. I wish I could take away the pain. Prayers for the Beattie family. May God bring comfort at this time. Matt, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Matt.

Amelia Sharpe

May 18, 2013

God has another Angel of Love working in heaven. To the Beattie Family my heart felt Blessings of Peace Be With You.

Ivan Griffin

May 18, 2013

Rick, peace and love to you and your family during this time of transition. Losing a sibling is not easy. Losing one unexpectedly is even more challenging. But, you all will get through this experience.
God's light be upon you!

Richard Beattie

May 18, 2013

In my heart I feel that you have found the peace that seemed to elude you. You are missed. I love you. Say hello for me to Dad, Eric, our grandparents and all the others. Rest in the arms of Love.

Rev. Kathy VanBuskirk

May 18, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.

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