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1982
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Matthew Farash Obituary
Brighton: Passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 8th, 2015 at the tender age of 32. He was predeceased by his favorite furry animals, Rya & Cody. He is survived by his parents, Michael Farash & Monica Farash; brother, Cameron Farash; sister, Sarah (Justin) Farash Alexander; nephew, Phoenix Alexander & many aunts, uncles, cousins & friends. Matthew was a gentle person with a compassionate heart who will be dearly missed by many. The family appreciates all the people that have supported Matt's wellness over his lifetime.
A public funeral service and burial will be held on Wednesday, August 12th, at 11 AM in the All Seasons Chapel at White Haven Memorial Park (210 Marsh Road, Pittsford, 14534). Memorial contributions may be directed to the Rochester Psychiatric Center, Inpatient Psychiatric Care at Strong Memorial Hospital, Rehabilitation Counseling & Assessment Services or National Alliance for Mental Health - Rochester Chapter.
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Farash
Grant Lingel
August 5, 2024
Grant Lingel
August 5, 2024
Grant Lingel
August 5, 2024
Just last week I was sitting on the couch with my son, Lucca. He is 7 and the fact that Matt never got to meet him is a true shame because they would have loved each other. I asked Lucca if he wanted to watch my favorite cartoon from growing up because he was watching some mind-numbing Minecraft video on YouTube and I couldn´t handle it anymore. He resisted at first but then I convinced him to give Ren and Stimpy a chance. We were laughing so hard that we got to the point where our cackling was silent as we tried to breathe alongside the laughter. I could feel that Matt was there with us on the couch sharing the laughter. Matt and I spent countless hours growing up watching that cartoon together, and I couldn´t help but to think how happy and proud Matt would be knowing that my 7-year-old son from Brazil was tearing up with laughter watching something that brought me and Matt so much joy and laughter-filled moments. It is hard to believe 9 years has passed since we lost Matt. And it is also hard to believe how alive he is in my memories. To everyone I see here in these comments, those I don´t know and those I do, I send my love and positive energy to help get you through another difficult reminder of the massive loss we all share. Michael, Mona, Cameron, and Sarah... I send you all of my love and endless condolences, and my promise to all of you that Matt will live on with me for the rest of my life in a way that brings joy and inspiration. I carry Matt with me forever in the happiest and purest corner of my memories and even though it hurts so much to have lost someone so special, I feel blessed to have had the honor to have him in my life.
Elliot
August 5, 2024
Be well my friend. Miss you all the time.
Elliot Jarbe
August 5, 2022
Miss you buddy.
Grant Lingel
August 5, 2022
Hard to believe seven years have passed already. I was just thinking of Matt yesterday, something I do frequently. Sending love to the family and letting you know that my memories of Matt will live forever. This photo was from 96 at my Bar Mitvah party.
Jaime Saunders
August 21, 2015
I have such wonderful memories of playing Crazy 8s with Matt. I picture Matt has an 8 year old boy who always had this goofy smile and could make his older brother belly laugh. As an adult - he would do the same thing. I also have fond memories of hiking through Mendon Ponds Park - something that has stuck with me for years as the Farash Family was always so loving with one another, wanting to spend family time and do things together. And their definition of "family" was broad to included all of us (friends, neighbors) as we were all welcome. Such a powerfully loving family. I know Matt was deeply loved and loved back - you feel it just by being around them. May Matt now be at peace. My heart is with you all, always.
John Arnold
August 14, 2015
Prayers.
Aaron Dana
August 13, 2015
I knew Matt from years past. My heart is grieved, yet glad that he lived such a meaningful life. Matt was a genuine man. He did not have a fake bone in his body. He was free to be himself, and people were free to be themselves around him. Thank you Matt, for the good times and strange times :) My prayers are for all his loved ones in this difficult time.
Samia McManus
August 13, 2015
Mike,Mona,Cameron,Sarah,Justin & Phoenix, I am So very very sorry about our loss, I will Miss Mathews sweet smile. I will pray for your family and I know we will see Mathew again in heaven. Love you all.
Lisa Greene
August 13, 2015
My condolences to the whole family. I am thinking of you and I am so sorry for your loss.
Robert Weisman
August 12, 2015
My condolences to Matt's dear family and friends. A special person loved by his own and cared about by many with whom he shared so much.
Carla Snell
August 12, 2015
Mike, my sincere condolences to you and your family. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
The Modes
August 12, 2015
We were so sad to hear of Matthew's passing. Please know that we are keeping all of you in our prayers.
Jennifer Haefele
August 12, 2015
Condolences to your family.Matt was a energetic young man full of ideas how to change his community for the better. may he now rest in peace.
Mary and Bob Wilkey
August 12, 2015
Mike, Mona , Cameron and Sarah - years and miles have separated me from old family but I have good memories of all of you. I'm so sorry for your loss of Matt - I know only too well the pain of the loss of a family member. It never is easy. Time will replace some of your pain and replace it with good memories.
Rebecca Mina
August 12, 2015
May God be with our family during this time. Matt was very important to many & had such an amazing kind soul. He was my favorite and my closest cousin. I remember when I was younger he would come over and I would always get on his nerves because I could never leave him alone, his presence was such a blessing. I always tried to be as funny as him but it never worked out. He had the best jokes. I remember playing the game poker with him and somehow I beat him, don't ask me how because he was the best at card games, but I felt so cool I beat him and he made me feel so proud of myself. I remember going to aunt Monas house on holidays and sneaking downstairs to watch him and Cam play their instruments. Matt had a gift musically, he was amazing at guitar. I remember one morning before I had to go to school he was playing a computer game and I wanted to stay and watch him all day. He was so fun and being around him brought me joy. All these memories are going through my mind missing him more and more day by day. All he ever tried to do was make the people around him happy and he definitely succeeded. Matt and his loving smile will never be forgotten, he was indeed something special. I can't wait to see him in heaven one day.
August 12, 2015
I just want to offer my condolences to the family of Matthew. My name is Kathy Henderson, mother of the late Jessica Henderson, whom the Annual Jessica Henderson Memorial Lecture Series is named after. Matthew's family has been supportive of this lecture. My heart goes out to Matthew's parents, siblings, family and friends. The death of someone so young is always a tragedy. There are no words to stop the pain, I only hope it helps you to know that there are people who don't even know you care, and will be thinking of you in the difficult time ahead.
Heather Paola Patrick Doyle
August 12, 2015
Cam and family, Matthew will forever be with you in spirit he was a super gentleman and will be greatly missed by all. Peace be with you. Love and Light.
Grant Lingel
August 12, 2015
I don't know where to start. Matt was like a brother to me growing up. A true best friend and kind soul who made my childhood and adolescence fun, exciting, and full of happy memories. I knew Matt for about 25 years and spoke to him regularly, even though my post-Rochester life has been lived mostly out of the country. The Farash family was like a second family to me growing up in Brighton. Cameron was like the cool older brother, full of style and creativity. Sarah, the wise and mature older sister who always smiled. And Matt, my partner in crime and best of friends. The number one choice for lighting off Roman candles and fireworks in the street, rocking out to Blues Traveler in his bedroom, watching Ren and Stimpy, or simply building forts in his backyard. Their house on Panarrow was my sleepover destination of choice even though I feared their crazy poodle. Michael and Mona were always kind, like an uncle and aunt that warmly accepted me into their homes, even if at times I could be a troublemaker. I remember all of the horribly disappointing Super Bowl parties at Michael's house on Wintergreen Way. It didn't matter, being there with Matt and the Farash clan made it alright to accept another Bills loss. I think Matt was the only friend I ever had where there were never any fights or arguments, only joy and good times. He was a kind soul, a lovely human being with a heart of gold and he will be missed in a way that I have yet to experience, because until now I haven't lost someone like Matt. Thank you, Matt, for being who you were --- a truly special human being who brought smiles to the faces of those around you. You will be missed dearly. Love you brother.
Andrew
August 12, 2015
Matt was one of my best friends when I lived in Brighton. I have a lot of good memories of him. His sense of humor was so good and always put things in perspective. He really looked up to you Cameron and I hope that gives you comfort now. He loved you guys. I miss him and like a lot of people, I'm really regretting not being there for him over the past few years.
Rome Celli
August 12, 2015
My deepest condolences to you and your family, Cameron. You will all be in my thoughts.
Mary Kay Longo
August 11, 2015
I did not know Michael or his family. I just happened across this page. But I am with you all in spirit. It is beyond sadness. I write because my son too died at the tender age of 28 and it sounds they both died the same tragic, unexpected way. I promise to keep you all in my heart and prayers. I know the pain cannot be expressed. It is now 15 yrs. for me and my family. My deepest heartfelt sympathy. I won't forget Michael but only wish I had known him.
Sarah Willoughby
August 11, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss Cameron and family. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Rest well, Matthew.
Matthew Cottom
August 11, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Farash family and I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time and I send you my love.
Crystal Caselli
August 11, 2015
Michael, Monica and family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Matt will be missed. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Crystal Caselli
Shelley and Paul Miller
August 11, 2015
Michael, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are thinking of you at this most difficult time
August 11, 2015
Please know we are so sorry for the loss of your son/brother our thoughts and prayers are with you Joyce and Marvin
Elliot Jarbe
August 11, 2015
Mike, Cam and Sarah, I am so heartbreakingly sorry for your loss.
Andre Hoilette
August 11, 2015
...and let perpetual light shine upon him and let him rest. Love to Matt's family.
Paul LaDue
August 11, 2015
Matt, Sarah and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jill & Dave Franke
August 11, 2015
May your brother be at peace...words can not express how sorry we are Sarah. May you remember his wonder spirit always.
Love,
Jill and Dave
Amanda Holley
August 11, 2015
So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Kimberly Butler
August 11, 2015
I am so very sorry for your loss. Matt will live on through his family and friends, and in memories of his jokes, stories, and dreams.
Tessa Haefner
August 11, 2015
Sending the Farash family many loving thoughts & prayers.
Kate Adams (West)
August 11, 2015
Sarah, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you and your family during this very difficult time.
Jacque Trama
August 11, 2015
You were so full of life,
Always smiling and carefree,
Life loved you being a part of it,
And I loved you making me a part of you.
You could make anyone laugh,
If they were having a bad day,
No matter how sad I was,
You could take the hurt away.
Nothing could every stop you,
Or even make you fall,
You were ready to take on the world,
Ready to do it all.
But illness decided to become your dark cloud,
So from this world you left,
But you took a piece of all of us,
Our hearts are what you kept.
Your seat is now empty,
And it's hard not to see your face,
But please always know this,
No one will ever take your place.
You left without a warning,
Not even saying good-bye,
And I can't seem to stop,
Asking the question why?
Nothing will ever be the same,
I didn't see this coming,
It hit me by surprise,
And when you left this world,
A small part of me died.
Your smile could brighten anyone's day,
No matter what they were going through,
And I know everyday for the rest of my life,
I'll be missing you.
Luda Altsheler
August 11, 2015
So sorry about your loss.
August 11, 2015
Truly sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with your family.
Jacqueline Behr
August 11, 2015
Very sorry for your loss. Matthew will be fondly remembered.
Caitlin Smith
August 11, 2015
My thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.
Joyce and Jim
August 11, 2015
Very sorry for your loss Cameron and family.
Gary Hurwitz
August 11, 2015
It is with heavy heart I sign this this book.
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