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Matthew Bryce Obituary

Matthew R. Bryce FAIRPORT - Matthew R. Bryce died suddenly on Feb. 27, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Renee M.; daughter, Alexis; parents, Thomas and Linda; brother, Jon; grandmother, Jean Carey; in-laws, including grandparents, Yolanda and John Pierri Sr.; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Pamela and John Pierri; and two brothers-in-law, Nicholas (Karrie) Pierri and Christopher Pierri. Friends are welcome to call Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, 7501 Pittsford-Palmyra Road, Fairport. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. John of Rochester Church, 8 Wickford Way, Fairport. Interment will be in White Haven Memorial Park. Memorial donations may be made to a trust for Alexis Bryce, c/o of John Pierri, 4 Garden Drive, Fairport, NY 14450.

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Published by Daily Messenger from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3, 2009.

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Jackie & Bob Joyal

March 17, 2009

To Renee, Alexis,Tom & Linda and all who loved Matthew,
May your memories bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead. When I would see Matt at the liquor store I always would ask about Renee & Alexis. That would always bring a smile to his face. Sometimes a story about Renee or Alexis or just something that was going on in their lives. You could just see the love. You will always be in our prayers.

Matt and Amanda DeVinney

March 14, 2009

We want to express our deepest condolences for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.

Steve and Ellen Uebbing

March 12, 2009

When our oldest son was serving in Iraq, we often thoght about the prospects of losing him...and could not bear the anquish of the thought. When we heard of Matt's passing, our thoughts immediately went to Tom and Linda, who we not only worked with, but our youngest son spent a delightful year in Linda's classroom. Reading of all Matt acomplished in his young life, and remebering him as a solid young man, who worked hard at all he did, I am not surprised at his success. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his own family, wife and daughter, as well as Jon and all the other people he touched.
I remember Matt as a good natured, hard working young man in HS...a good athlete, easy to get along with and persistent in all he did.
I write from Florida, but my thoughts and prayers are with the whole family back home. Matt, Renee, Alexis and all who loved him will be in our prayers. Steve and Ellen Uebbing

Kathleen Fithen

March 12, 2009

Renee - I was out of town - I am shocked and saddened by this tragedy. You are in our thoughts and prayers -- Certainly grief is the price we all pay for love. God Bless Kathleen

Matt & Renee

March 10, 2009

Matt, Renee & Alexis

March 10, 2009

Jon, Mom, Matt & Dad

March 10, 2009

Matthew Bryce, 4/22/77 - 2/27/09

March 10, 2009

Ryan & Rachel Wade

March 9, 2009

Our deepest sympathies go out to everyone in the Bryce family. Matt was a great person and will be missed by everyone who had the priveledge to be his friend.

Brian Hegedorn

March 9, 2009

Dear Renee & family:

I am so deeply sorry for your loss. As the Landlord at Hitching Post Plaza, I have dealt with Matt for many years. We've had a great working relationship - it's easy when the people you work with are so friendly & honest. I will miss seeing Matt at the Liquor Store.

Lance Ricci

March 5, 2009

I was deeply shocked and sadden to hear of Matt's passing. I can't even find the words to express my sadness, and my thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. God Bless.

Kevin and Chris Cass

March 5, 2009

We knew Matt from the store and always enjoyed going in to see him and the dog. He was a great guy and we will miss seeing him in the Basin. Sincere sympathy to Renee and the entire family.

Kasey Jerome

March 5, 2009

I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. Matt was a wonderful person. I hope you can find peace during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kasey Dyer Jerome

Christopher Momot, MD

March 5, 2009

To the Bryce and Pierri families,

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

May God bless your family

Fritz Ring

March 4, 2009

Matt was a great person, I have not seen him in years but was close to him through out school. He will be missed and our family's prayers go out to the Bryce family. He will truly be missed.

Mr Bill Kimble

March 4, 2009

I'm so sorry to hear the news. Just heard about it today. Have many great memories coaching Matt In baseball. I remember one time Matt & my son wesley was playing in the outfield. A ball was hit hard between them. They were both running like bullets to catch the ball. Neither one was paying any attention to the other. The ball came down, and Matt & Wes hit each other with such a force we felt it sitting on the side line... The game was delayed 15 minutes until we made sure both were ok... God bless Matt... our prayers and memories live on

Sara Lewis

March 4, 2009

I have a lot of wonderful memories of playing the french horn next to Matt in the auditorium of the old elementary school (though I must admit that neither of us was a virtuoso). I am so saddened by his loss, and I wish for the entire Bryce family peace and comfort today and during the days to come.

Joe Hill

March 4, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about Matt. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.

Jennifer Powers

March 4, 2009

Dear Bryce Family,
I am shocked to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.
Jenni Powers

Jennifer Bendix

March 3, 2009

Dear Bryce Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you.

-The Bendix Family (Jason, Jennifer, and Mathew)

Whitney Gill

March 3, 2009

Dear Bryce Family,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. May you find peace in your loving memories of Matt. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through your difficult time.
- Whitney Gill and Family

Lori Palermo

March 3, 2009

Dear Tom, Linda, Jon and the rest of the Bryce Family--
I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that I have been thinking and praying for you all. May your precious memories of Matt carry you through these difficult days.

Nicole Wise

March 3, 2009

Dear Bryce family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Matt is one of the people I remember meeting back in kindergarten! He was always a nice guy all through school. He will be missed....

James & Jen Landrigan

March 3, 2009

Dear Bryce Family,

I'm so so saddened to hear about Matt. Although it has been many years since I've seen him, I'll always remember Matt's ability to make light of any situation. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and that time will heal many wounds. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Bill & Chris Brizee

March 3, 2009

Dear Tom & Linda

Chris and I are very sorry to hear of Matthews passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time.

Jennifer Flanagan

March 3, 2009

Renee,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
Jennifer (Sugg) Flanagan

Nick and Rachael (Marinelli) Tachco

March 3, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and sympathies are with you during this difficult time. Matt was a great, kind soul, and will be missed by many.

Lindsay Tolley

March 3, 2009

I am very saddened and sorry to hear about your loss. Matt was a great guy and will be missed by all that knew him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Donna Parsons

March 3, 2009

Dear Tom and Linda, My prayers,thoughts and concern go out to all of you at this hard time of your lives. I know the love and support you have will not only help you to have wonderful memories, but also wil help your daughter-in-law and granddaughter remember what a wonderful man Matt was. Know also, that you have so many thoughts and prayers with you.

Elexa (Wagner) Purtell

March 3, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about Matt. He was a great guy and will be missed by many people. My thoughts are out to you during this difficult time.

Mary Ferris

March 2, 2009

Tom and Linda -
I cannot imagine the sadness you are feeling. Matt was such a fine young man and had so much to look forward to. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.

Johanna (Hobart) Gullo

March 2, 2009

Every memory I have of Matt makes me smile. I hope your memories and smiles will help you though this difficult time.

Holly Blaszak

March 2, 2009

Renee, Alexis and Family. We were so saddened to hear of your loss and wish that we could offer some comfort to you beyond you knowing that we have said a prayer for you and your family.
-The Blaszaks (Paul, Holly & Nick and Alyssa)

Jim McGory

March 2, 2009

Tom and Linda,

Our hearts go out to the both of you. You are both in our thoughts and prayers. Please do not hesitate to ask anything of us in your time of need.

Jim and Chris McGory

Vanessa Aguilar

March 2, 2009

Renee, Alexis and Matt's family,

Out Thoughts and pryers are with you.

Vanessa Howell Aguilar and Sare Howell Erbe

Monica Aldridge

March 2, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Matt was a great person and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Bryce family.

Brian Keenan

March 2, 2009

Matt was truly one of a kind and will be dearly missed by everyone fortunate enough to have known him.

Laura (Falzone) Hilliard

March 2, 2009

Renee,

I have been thinking of you and your little girl. I only met Matt the one time. He was very sweet and nice. I know he will be missed by everyone who knew him. I hope your memories of your life together help to comfort you in the days ahead. You are in our prayers.

Sherry Ingersoll

March 2, 2009

Renee I am so sorry to hear about Matt. My heart goes out to you, your family and his. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Chris Wagner

March 2, 2009

Tom, Linda and Family
Although words cannot begin to express our sympathy for you and the sorrow you are experiencing please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We hope that time will ease your grief as you fill your hearts and minds with fond, loving memories of Matt. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Al and Chris Wagner

Roberto and Valerie Galante

March 2, 2009

Matt was a great man and will be missed by all who's lives he touched!

Kim Kanada

March 2, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss! Stay strong in this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

Todd Odit

March 2, 2009

My deepest sympathies for the Bryce family. Matt was a wonderful and kind person who always had a smile on his face. I am sorry to hear of your loss.

Angela and Buddy Rockmaker

March 2, 2009

Tom and Linda.........how saddened you must be over the loss of your son Matt. He was a boy so full of life and always ready with a smile. I'm sure he grew into the same kind of young man. Although your hearts are broken now, know that you have the thoughts and prayers of his and your many friends to help you through this difficult time.

Kristin (Spadafora) Snyder

March 2, 2009

To Matt's Family and Friends ~ My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I was very saddened and shocked to hear about Matt and cannot imagine the pain that you feel.

Leslie Smith

March 2, 2009

It has been many years since I have seen Matt but have many years of great memories. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Gail Watson

March 2, 2009

Renee & the Bryce Family,
My sincerest sympathies to you all with the loss of Matt. May you cherish your memories during this time of need. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Erin, Paul and Liam (Money) Berrigan

March 2, 2009

Dear Bryce Family,
We are truly saddened and so sorry to hear of your dear loss. My heart goes out to you all...may you find whatever it is you need to get you through this very difficult time.
Sincerely,

Jeff and Erin Onze

March 2, 2009

Matt was a good guy to be around. We are sorry for your loss.

Nathan Herendeen

March 2, 2009

I am so saddened by this news as Matt was such a genuinely kind person. My thoughts are with your family.

Chris & Tami Suflita

March 2, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers for the entire family. Let God help you through this difficult time. While it is always difficult to understand why, take solace in the fact that God always has a plan and will be there to guide you.

Paula Hartwell

March 2, 2009

Linda and Tom,
My deepest condolences to you and your entire family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Paula Hartwell
Canandaigua City Schools

Catherine Lieberman

March 2, 2009

Renee,
You have been in my thoughts these past few days. You must still be in utter disbelief. Hopefully, your memories will comfort you after your pain subsides. We will continue to think and pray for you and your daughter.

Kristen Muscato

March 1, 2009

Tom and Linda...I was so sorry to hear of your loss. While I really didn't know Matt well, you spoke of him often, telling stories about when he and Jon were younger or the adventures of the many concerts you attended together. Cherish your memories and rely on family and friends when needed. Don't hesitate to ask if there is anything we can do. God Bless!

Evie Bottorf

March 1, 2009

Tom & Linda,
I am so very saddened to hear about the loss of Matt. I will keep you both in my daily thoughts and prayers as well as his lovely wife and daughter.

Jan Abernethy

March 1, 2009

Matt will be missed, always such a good and kind child. I should know, he was in my third grade class and I feel lucky to have watched him grow through the years. He got to experience many things during his short life, how I wish it could have continued for him. Matt will be missed by many and has left a hole in our hearts.

Dave and Beth Herendeen

March 1, 2009

Beth and I were terribly saddened to hear about Mathew. We are praying for you - Tom, Linda, Renee, Alexas and Family.

Jill Mondry-Doebler

March 1, 2009

Bryce Family,
My sincerest sympathies on the loss of Matt. We went through school together and his loss is truly a shock to all of us. May God comfort you in your time of need.

Jennifer (Ratthe) Donais

March 1, 2009

Matt was a good friend in High School and we shared some good times. I send thoughts and prayers to his family and hope Matt is in peace.

Dennis Brewer

March 1, 2009

My heart is broken to hear about Matt. I have so many fond memories of having Matt as a student. He was a wonderful individual.
My prayers and thoughts go out his family.

Nicole (Cutri) Lofton

March 1, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about Matt. My thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family. We are all so fortunate to have known Matt and he will be greatly missed.

Louisa Brownell

March 1, 2009

Tom and Linda - My deepest thoughts and condolences to you and your family.

Jewel Wink

March 1, 2009

I remember Matt when he came to his mother's classroom after school. He was polite and kind and we are deeply saddened over your precious son's loss. You are surrounded by a whole community of people who love you.
Jewel and Dave Wink

Ralph & Amy Fernaays

March 1, 2009

Renee, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family. May the love and care of family and close friends help you through difficult days and may fond memories of fun times together with Matt bring you peace.

Carrie (Miller) Steiner

March 1, 2009

Matt was a wonderful person. I have many great memories of him from our high school days. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.

Megan (Kolomic) Leto

March 1, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Matt was one of those people who had the ability to make everyone around him laugh...even at the age of 5!!

Kim Killigrew

March 1, 2009

Bryce Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Matt. My memories soar back to the days we all met in little league and all the fun we had. May the memories fill your heart and mind with smiles of what a wonderful person Matt was. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Katie and Jeff Bates

March 1, 2009

Our thoughts are with Matt and his family.

Elliott Curtin

March 1, 2009

Renee our hearts go out to you at this time.

George and Cheryl Suflita

March 1, 2009

Our deepest condolences to your families in this trying hour. God bless
you all.

Brad Clement

March 1, 2009

Matt was such a tremendous friend and always made me laugh. I respected his passion regarding sports despite not always agreeing with his opinion about them. We spent many great times together and he will be missed. I wish you all my deepest condolences and ask that you please let me know if there is anything I can do to assist.

Heather (Blacken) Decker

March 1, 2009

I was so sorry to hear that Matt has passed away. Matt and I graduated from Canandaigua Academy together. This is such a major shock. He was always such a bright, fun person. I wish his family peace and God's presence in this time of sorrow. May Matt rest in peace with our Lord.

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