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Matthew Hartwick Obituary

Matthew "Matt" Hartwick, 53, died June 13, 2009 at his home in Palm Bay, Fla., surrounded by his loving family after an eight-month courageous battle with cancer. A memorial service celebrating Matt's life was Saturday at South Brevard Funeral Home, 1001 South Hickory Street, Melbourne, Fla. He was born July 21, 1955, in Anchorage. Matt's passions in life were offshore fishing and sailing. He was an avid Dolphins and NASCAR fan and a muscle car enthusiast. He had served in the U.S. Navy and was employed as an electronic technician for Caelum Research Corporation at Kennedy Space Center. He was also a member of IBEW Local # 288. Matt was a loving husband, father, son, brother and friend. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. His family includes his loving and devoted wife, Rhonda; two sons, Wade Hartwick and his wife Lena and Beau Hartwick; stepson, William Batsford III; his father, James W. Hartwick; a sister,,Juliet Hildreth and her husband Joe; three brothers, Beau, Chris and Timothy Hartwick; his in-laws and a special aunt, Ida Hardin. Memorial contributions may be made in Matt's memory to the Christian Development Center, 345 Nail St. NE, Palm Bay, FL 32907. Arrangements were with South Brevard Funeral Home, Melbourne, FL, 321-724-2222. Please sign online guestbook at www.affuneral.com.

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Published by Anchorage Daily News from Jun. 23 to Jun. 26, 2009.

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Beau Hartwick

June 21, 2025

I miss you Dad. It’s been 16 years since you’ve been gone I remember you told me one of the happiest moments of your life was seeing Wade and I in our full service dress at your bedside.
I miss sailing with you and watching dolphins games with you.
I just had my first daughter, Harper a few weeks ago. She has your black hair and blue eyes.
I wish we had more time together. If anyone has any pictures of my dad can you please send them to my email: [email protected]
I love you dad.

mark douglas

July 26, 2009

hi rhonda and family. i attended UAF with matt during the late 70's. i have a couple of photos of him that i could send you if you provide an email address.

please email me at [email protected]

Kathy & John Rothermel

June 25, 2009

Jewels,Our hearts go to you and your family.Matt is resting in peace in Heaven.May you keep the wonderful memories alive.
God bless....
Kathy & John Rothermel (Arizona)

Joe Treadwell and Kerith

June 25, 2009

Matt, Our Brother in Law,

Words cannot express how much we miss him. Our fishing adventures will never be forgotten. A fish will be caught and released in his memory. We know he will be smiling down.

Although it broke our hearts to lose Matt, he did not go alone because a part of us ALL went with him the day God called him home.

To our sister Rhonda, may it comfort to you to know that you are not alone. Those we lose never go away, they walk beside us everyday. Matt loved you so very much and often referred to you as his ANGEL...

Matt you will be forever missed, and your memories will continue to live on in our hearts. We love you.

Dorothy & Danny Briseno

June 24, 2009

To Rhonda-
we are very sorry to hear of your loss.May you know Matt is in a place now with no pain and is watching over you with love.

Tom and Mary Hildreth and family

June 23, 2009

To the family of Matt, although we never met him personally, the good that we have heard of him through Juliet are words enough of a good man and the good he has done. Our sincerest condolences to the family on your loss.

Yvonne Robinson

June 23, 2009

Dear Juliet and family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May your heart be lightened by memories of Matt and may you find joy in them.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Taylor & Kaitlyn Wortman

June 23, 2009

We love you and miss you Uncle Matt!! We will never forget how much you enjoyed us coming over to see you and Aunt Rhonda. We will miss hanging out with you at the house for all of our family get-togethers. Love you always!! ~Taylor & Kaitlyn

Robin Wortman

June 23, 2009

Matt will be truly missed by everyone in my family. Ever since my Uncle Matt got sick, my Aunt Rhonda has been by his side. She truly was his angel and I can see now why Uncle Matt called her the love of his life. He will never be forgotten and will always be watching over us and most importantly his angel, my Aunt Rhonda.

Agnes Colleen (Ryan) Odden

June 23, 2009

I'm deeply saddened to hear of Matt's passing. Hugs to June and Juliet. Matt was always so sweet. Love your cousin,
Agnes Colleen (Ryan) Odden, Nome and Unalakleet, Alaska

Martha and Joan Anagick

June 23, 2009

I'm so sorry to hear Matt died, he was such a kind, loving person when we knew him in Unalakleet, Alaska. His grandmother was our neighbor and he was always helping her around her house and garden...he was always very polite and pleasant to be around. Our prayers are with you..
with love, Lowell and Betty Anagick's family

connie Lynn Darmiento

June 19, 2009

Rhonda and family
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. You and your family have a special place in my heart. You are a strong family and a loving one and I know God will take good care of Matt and help all of you thru this very difficult time.
Connie Lynn

Nancy Kivlehen

June 17, 2009

I only met Matt a couple of times but have known Rhonda since before Billy was born. We have been though some rough times together and wanted her to know she is not alone. My thoughts and prayers go out to Rhonda and Billy and Matt's sons on the loss of a husband and father. Just remember he is not suffering any longer and will be in your hearts forever.

Alisha Williams

June 15, 2009

Matt will be greatly missed by all that knew him. God bless his family. May God bring you comfort during your time of loss.

Heather O'Hara

June 15, 2009

I met Matt when he worked @ Rockwell. I used to hang out while he sang karaoke. Wow that was a long time ago! I wanted to come see him when I found out he was ill but never got the chance. He was good people. I'm glad he's not suffering anymore. He can cheer for the Fins from heaven while I cheer them on down here. Go DOLPHINS

Liz Parish

June 15, 2009

I will miss Matt and our conversations about Nascar racing. It was a pleasure working with him and we will all miss him at MILA Logistics.

Ray Boatwright

June 15, 2009

Matt was one of those rare people that always made you feel comfortable. He will be missed. I am grateful for the time I got spend with Matt. He made the day a little brighter; he made my job a lot easier. I am sure the twinkle in eyes can still be seen, I just need to look upwards to the heavens now. That shine in his eyes will be the sparkle of a star.
Matt will not be forgotten. Rhonda may God Bless you and comfort you.

John Evans

June 15, 2009

Matt was great to work with and always upbeat. He was always trying to convert me from power boating to sailing. He'll be missed.

Theresa

June 15, 2009

Matt was such a wonderful part of our lives. He always had that twinkle in his eye, especially when he would be showing off pictures of his family and fishing or buying upgrades for his truck. He was a top notch electronic technician. He was our go to guy. His presence and abilities will missed. I wanted to go see him all through his long journey, but I knew I would just blubber. That wouldn't help him. But I know he is at peace now and knows how much everyone cared for him. God Bless his family.

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