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MATTHEW BANNISTER Obituary

MATTHEW BANNISTER, flew to Heaven on the wings of an angel Wednesday, March 2, 2011, 9:54 a.m., surrounded by his family and friends. "Love you baby, see you in my dreams. -Lori Wolff" Born April 15, 1965 in Peoria, Ill., he was an artist and enjoyed skating with Team Roller Dome. He is survived by his girlfriend, Lori Wolff of Fort Wayne; mother, Doris (Paul) McGinnis of North Port, Fla.; sister, Becky (Bob) Nichols of Fort Wayne; sister, Nancy (John) Westerman; brother, John (Kathy) Bannister; sister, Sue (Jerry) Campbell, all of Indianapolis; brother, Mark (Lori) Bannister of Cumming, Ga.; son, Dustin; daughter, Ashley; and two grandsons. He was preceded in death by his father, William Bannister. A Celebration of Life will be 11 a.m. Monday, March 7, 2011 at Southwest Lutheran Church, 5120 Homestead Road with calling one hour prior. Pastor David Maki officiating. Memorials may be made to Visiting Nurse & Hospice Home. To sign the online guestbook, please visit www.mccombandsons.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Mar. 4, 2011.

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March 15, 2011

i wass sorry to hear about matt its been a longtime not communicating we shpould start to keep in touch love patti porter

Jennifer Savieo (John)

March 7, 2011

Matt, you were always a dear friend to me when we were in high school. You were always there for me when I was in tough situations and we know I had alot of them. lol!!!

Lori, I am so sorry for your loss.

Jenn

Jennifer Savieo (John)

March 7, 2011

Matt, you were always a dear friend to me when we were in high school. You were always there for me when I was in tough situations and we know I had a few. lol...

Lori, I am so sorry for your loss.

Jennifer Savieo (John)

Kathy Bannister

March 5, 2011

Matt, I remember the first time I saw you. My family had just moved to Ft. Wayne. On move in day we went next door to meet our new neighbors-the Bienz's. Your family was there visiting them. Even though I was only in third grade I remember thinking you had the cutest face I'd ever seen on a child. Fifteen years later you became my brother in law. Be at peace, be with your dad, and know that you are loved. I'll see you next time around.

March 5, 2011

Matt you were always like family to me since you grew up with my kids we lost touch for awhile but im so glad that i got to see u again when u came home will always have a place in my heart for you and will miss you

Lori Shephard

March 5, 2011

You were my rock when we were kids you was always there for me and are always going to be in my heart. I will see you soon so wait on me I love you Matt!

Dawn Todd Gettys

March 4, 2011

I am sorry for everyones loss, Matt was always the cousin that I tried to find through the yrs. I remember living with all of you when I was a kid and Matt teaching me to ride a 10 speed, and just having fun everytime I would visit I wanted to visit Aunt Doris and see Matt and Mark and the girls very fond memories.I am so sorry I lost touch with the family after my dad Charles Todd Sr. died. I did talk with him when he was out west but lost track, I wish I wouldn't have.
My heart is broke right now for this comes out of the blue for me. I know you are up in heaven and I know that I loved you I just hope you knew that still after all these yrs.

Laura Snapp

March 4, 2011

Lori, so sorry for your loss. The love you and Matt shared was so special. Please know I am thinking of you during this time...God Bless

sarah robart-didion

March 4, 2011

i am so sad to hear of matts passing. i wish his family and friends peace. he is gone too soon...

Todd Ramsey

March 4, 2011

My condolences to all of Matt's family and friends, from a childhood friend

Camille Darnell

March 4, 2011

Matt touched so many lives in so many ways. He was a loving, caring and generous person that was always reaching out to help. He will be dearly missed. My prayers go out to his family, kids and girlfriend Lori.

Joelle Karau-Boykin

March 4, 2011

I will always carry in my heart fond and lasting memories of a gentle soul that will forever be part of a great time in my life. My hope is that I was able to impact Matt's life in some small way, as I know he impacted mine. Thoughts and prayers to Matt's loved ones. May you rest in peace my old friend.

Margaret Wilder-Keever

March 4, 2011

My condolences to Matt's family~ He was always so very sweet to me and I have great memories of him.

Becky Nichols

March 4, 2011

You are now at peace in Heaven with dad. I love you Matt...Becky

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