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Matthew Heitzenrater Obituary

HEITZENRATER Matthew Allen Heitzenrater, age 37, passed away Monday, January 24, 2011 after a sudden cerebral hemorrhage. He was a Chef, loved food, hunting, fishing and his favorite group Metallica. Matthew was loved by all, sometimes misunderstood, and had a heart that touched many. He was preceded in death by father Jerry Heitenrater, grandfathers John W. Heitzenrater and Ross Yerardi. He is survived by children, Kylee, Kyler, Lilly, Michael and Devin; mother, Theresa Heitzenrater. He was the oldest of seven children and liked to let people know he was number one of the bunch. He is survived by his siblings, John (Christina), Joseph (Julia), Kathryn (Jeremy) Kehl, Maria (Andy) Thompson, Mark and Daniel (fiancé, Marissa); grandmothers, Norma Yerardi and Florence Heitzenrater; aunts, uncles, numerous nieces and nephews. Friends may call Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. at EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. BROAD ST. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 10 a.m. at St. Patrick Church, 280 N. Grant Ave. Burial St. Joseph Cemetery. Visit www.egan-ryan.com for condolences. Friends who wish may contribute to Lifeline of Ohio or Buckeye Ranch.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jan. 24 to Jan. 25, 2011.

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christina peery

January 29, 2011

Theresa and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Loosing Matt is just devasting to me. I look at his picture and just can not connect the dots to make that information make sense. I definately do believe that Matt has found peace and has found Shawn. Knowing that I hope that he has found peace that he was not able to find after loosing him. I can only imagine the two of them getting into all kinds of trouble up there in heaven! lol...My thoughts and prayers are always with you and your family. Matthew will always be in my heart.

Debbie Brenly

January 28, 2011

Daniel, I was so sorry to hear about the death of your brother. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

T. Tackett

January 28, 2011

I just received the news about Matt and my heart goes out to all of you. Matt was a wonderful person with a very big heart and put smiles on faces of many. My deepest condolences.

Pam DeLozier

January 27, 2011

Teresa,
I know we don't have all the answers of why things happen,or to even understand. My heart breaks for you and your family. I will keep #1,you and your family in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.

Dawn Martin

January 27, 2011

Theresa and kids I just got your message about Matthew. I am devastated. You are all in my prayers today and in the days ahead, I will be in touch in the next day or two. My heart just breaks for all of you. I love you all.
Dawn

Courtney Benoit

January 26, 2011

We are offering you our condolences during this trying time. We love you all and keep you close to our hearts. We never forget all that you have done for our family. You are in our prayers. Courtney, Emma Rose and Christopher

Evelyn & Bryan Goodrow

January 26, 2011

We are so sorry to hear about Matthew, the whole Heitzenrater was very special to us. We Love you all, and will be praying for you.

Kathy Walters

January 26, 2011

Theresa and family--
I can not begin to understand the pain...I know that God has an ultimate plan. That is what we must think of at this very difficult time. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mindy kelber

January 26, 2011

Matt you may be gone but never will be forgotten I am glad that we were first crushes and you will always be my goose Im very happy we had found each other after all these years I will never forget you I love you xoxo

Linda Howell

January 26, 2011

I can not begin to understand the pain your family is feeling. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need.

Shana Dugan

January 26, 2011

Daniel, I am so sorry for your family's tremendous loss, may God be there for you and yours during this time. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help.

January 26, 2011

I love you, Matt. My heart goes out to your family. I know how good you were so I bet you are all around us right now. Blowing you kisses,
Shelly

Tiffanie Marcum

January 26, 2011

So very sorry for your loss. I remember Matt from school and what a wonderful man he was. Nothing is sadder than when someone is called home seemingly too soon, but God has a plan and now Matt is with him. Love to all of you. Tiffanie Perrigo Marcum

Robert McGonigle, GK

January 25, 2011

Joe,
My sympathies to you and your family. Know that your brother Knights of Columbus Council 11207 are keeping you in their prayers.

God Bless.

Tracy Welch

January 25, 2011

I will miss you so much Matt!! You were like a brother to me growing up and I will cherish every memory. To your family, I am so sorry for your loss, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.

Melissa Bair

January 25, 2011

Maria, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Hosea Smith

January 25, 2011

Maria,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Your Ipsos Family

Robyn Perry

January 24, 2011

Maria, and family
I am so very sorry. I will be thinking good thoughts for you all.
Robyn Perry

The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home

January 24, 2011

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