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Matthew McGuire Obituary

GUIRE Matthew J. McGuire of Orland Park; life long of Homewood. Beloved son of Michael and Frae. Loving brother of Reagan; survived by many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 5-9pm at the Elliston Funeral Home First and Grant St. Hinsdale. Services and interment private. In lieu of flowers memorials appreciated to United Cerebral Palsy 160 N. Wacker Dr. Chicago IL 60606. 630-323-2075

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Published by SouthtownStar on Dec. 10, 2003.

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Carrie Lippert

January 5, 2004

Dear Michael, Frae, & Reagan,



Matt's friends from OWU remember him fondly and I am glad that he was able to make it back for reunions this past May. He was always able to bring a smile to my face with his storytelling! My prayers are with your family during this time of great loss.

Blessings,

Carrie

Chad Garland

January 2, 2004

Dear Michael, Frae, & Reagan,



I feel great loss in the finding of Matthew's passing. My deepest sympathies go out to you for your loss. As you know, Matthew touched many other lives in a very positive way and I shall always cherish and enjoy the memories and times I shared with Matt. I shall keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

Jeffrey Zalatoris

January 2, 2004

Dear Michael and Frae,

Please accept my deepest sympathies in your loss. I just received the mailing, and I am having a hard time believing the news. Thank you for notifying me and my wife, Alice. We will keep you, your family, and Matthew in our thoughts and prayers.

With my most humble and sincere sympathies,

Jeff

Ellen Anderson

December 18, 2003

Dear Frae & Michael,

My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great sorrow. I remember the time when Matthew stayed with us for a few days ~ he always had a smile on his face !

Edward and Saralyn Richard

December 13, 2003

Dear Michael & Frae, Words cannot express our sorrow upon learning of Matthews untimely death. Matt was truly an outstanding individual and it was our priviledge to have had the opportunity to know him. May God give you strength and comfort at this most difficult time.

Erwin and Theresa Levy

December 12, 2003

There are no words to convey what Theresa and I are feeling right now. Know that our hearts and thoughts are with you always.

Ron Siegel

December 11, 2003

Matt was always one of my favorite students and am teribly saddened to hear of his passing. When you are able, please contact me. My thoughts and prayers are with you!!

Gayla Boomer

December 11, 2003

Dear Frae, Michael, and Reagan,

I just wanted you to know I am thinking of you. Matt was a kind soul, and he will be missed by many.Please accept our family's sympathies.

Cathy Corso Alm

December 11, 2003

My family and I are deeply saddened to hear of Matthew's death. We have known him since elementary school and wish his family our heartfelt sympathies.

From the Staff of Elliston Funeral Home

December 11, 2003

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Gary and Sue VanAntwerp

December 10, 2003

Frae, Michael and Reagan -

We were shocked and saddened to hear the tragic news. Please know we are thinking of you during this difficult time. At the same time, we remember the good times we all had during your family's involvement with the French Program. We know the experience meant a great deal to Matthew, and are glad to have shared it with him. These are happy memories for all of us to share.

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