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Matthew Piotrowski Obituary
Mr. Piotrowski was a member of New River Air Station Memorial Chapel and has been an electrician with Bryant Durham Electric Inc. for the last five years.
Mr. Piotrowski is survived by his wife, Kara Kennedy Piotrowski of Jacksonville, N.C.; son, Jacob Matthew Piotrowski of the home; his father and mother, Tom and Carol Piotrowski of Jacksonville, N.C.; two brothers, Ed Piotrowski of Myrtle Beach, and Mike Piotrowski of Greenville; sister, Terry Piotrowski Whitehead of Greensboro, N.C.; niece, Megan; and four nephews, William, Michael, Christopher, and Bricyn.
A funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Monday, February 23, 2009 in New River Air Station Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Eugene Grabowski officiating.
The family will receive friends from 5 until 8 p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2009 at Jones Funeral Home in Jacksonville, N.C.
Please sign a guest book at www.jonesfh.org and at MyrtleBeachOnline.com.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the trust fund for Jacob Piotrowski in care of Bank of America, 2590 Onslow Drive, Jacksonville, NC 28540.
Jones Funeral Home in Jacksonville, N.C., is in charge of the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Piotrowski
Bobbi Raymond
March 4, 2009
Ed & all of the Piotrowski family,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved son, husband, father, & brother Matt. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Harold and Jonell Hirsch
February 27, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Skip Waters
February 27, 2009
Carol, Tom, Kara, Jacob, Terry, Mike and Ed,
Scott Foley came into the studio this afternoon and told me of Matt's death. I am so sad for your loss. Several of us were talking about all of the fun that we had with your family in the backyard aboard New River Air Station...cooking out and playing badminton....during the 80s when Ed was training and then working with us. Those were wonderful times that we enjoyed with all in your family. You will be in my prayers for God to ease your grief and supply you with strength to see you through this sad time. Matt was blessed to live his short life with such a loving and supporting family.
Sincerely.
Mike and Destiny
February 26, 2009
To my Wonderful family, this was possibly the hardest thing we have ever faced as a family, together, but we will survive this, together!! We will have our bad days but we will take great comfort in knowing Matt will never have to suffer again. We will forever hold the loving memories of Matt in our minds and in our hearts. We all know we are but a phone call away from the strongest support a family could want so let us remember that and be there for each other. We love all of you so very much!!
Kathy Fresia
February 26, 2009
Kara and Piotrowski Family
We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of Matt, you are in our prayers.
Deb Bailey
February 25, 2009
Ed,
So sorry to hear of your brother's passing. I will be praying for your strength and comfort.
Marc Ard
February 25, 2009
Dear Ed and family,
We were so sorry to hear this sad news. Please know we are praying for you at this difficult time.
Marc Ard
John & Deb Gibson
February 25, 2009
Tom, Carol, Kara and Family,
We want you to know that we love your family. John and I are praying for your strength each day. Matt was a joy and delight. We will always remember his warm smile and the family love he always displayed. We will be in touch with you soon.
Love and blessings,
Debora and John Gibson
Kenny Cronk
February 24, 2009
Dear Mike and family,
I am sorry for your loss of Matthew. Your family will be in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Kenny Cronk
Publix
John & Fran Kassouf
February 22, 2009
Dear Ed and family,
Our heartfelt love is extended to you at this time of grief and loss. Our comfort is in knowing that Christ makes life worth living and death worth dying. And to that end, we join you in awaiting a joyful reunion with Matt on the day of Christ's return.
LORRIE SIMPSON
February 22, 2009
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I KNEW A HOWARD PIOTROWSKI IN JACKSONVILLE AND IF THIS IS YOUR SON MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU. MY HEART FELT PRAYERS GO OUT OT THE FAMILY ANYWAY. MAY GOD GIVE YOU THE GRACE TO GET THRU THIS TERRIBLE TIME. LORRIE
Michelle Fleenor
February 22, 2009
To all the Piotrowski's,
I am so sorry for the loss of Matthew. There are no words that can ease the sorrow and grief you feel but I want to say that I will continue to pray for all of you during this time.
Evelyn Herring
February 22, 2009
Kara,
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in God during your time of mourning. Love, the Herring family
Barb & Larry Simone
February 21, 2009
Tom, Carol and kids......wow were are down here in Corpus in shock to hear of the death of Matt...We just read the 46 notes from friends and family and it sounded like he became a great man from the time we were all here in Corpus in the early 80s We can still see his "baby face" full of happiness. He always made us laugh and smile. We will never understand why the Good Lord takes our young..but it had to be because He wanted more happy people to be with Him...We know Matt is smiling down upon us all. Your families faith was powerful in the 80s and we know its as strong today...it will get you all through this...Know that we in Texas are praying for you all and Matt. We Love you all. Lary, Barb, Jen, Jes Simone
Mike Havens
February 21, 2009
Kara, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Mat will always be with you and Jacob.
Sharon & Larry Whited
February 21, 2009
Tom,Carol and families...So sorry for your loss. We have many memories from the Air Station.
Love,
Sharon & Larry Whited
McNamara family
February 21, 2009
Mike and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. May God provide you all with the strength to comfort each other as you share wonderful memories of Matt.
vickie graif
February 21, 2009
sorry for your loss. vickie graif and harry and autumn kraft,longs sc (deborah piotrowski's co worker)
Micah Tussey
February 21, 2009
Carol and family,
I am sorry to see your lose of an awesome man, loving father, dedicated husband, full of life man that I knew. I has been an honor to know him for many years. You will be in my family's prayers Brother in Christ.
The Martin's
February 21, 2009
Dear Ed, Deborah, and family...
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in God, family, and friends during this difficult time.
With Love and Prayers, Terri and Jeff
Donna Marshburn Cannon
February 20, 2009
I rode Matt's bus in high school. Matt was such a nice person. The heavens have gained a wonderful angel to look over his family. My heart is with the family in this difficult time.
Kassandra "Keke" Gray (Doy)
February 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the Piotrowski family. Matt was the most genuine & sincere person I've ever met. I can still hear his amazing laugh at the Greystone bus stop. May God Bless You All.
Daisy Daniels
February 20, 2009
Dear Carol, I'm very sorry to hear of Matt's passing.He was a very sweet person. May God be with you and the family as you go through this trying time. Remember, as God makes His beautiful big bouquet, He always chooses the best.(Retired from Air Station Bowling Center Snack Bar)
Barbara Howerton
February 20, 2009
Dear Kara,
I am so sorry to hear Matthew passed away. I work at Stevenson Chevrolet in Swansboro and I sold you both a vehicle when it was Coley Rhodes. It was such a pleasure metting him. I am so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go our to your family.
Al & Angela Nicholas
February 20, 2009
Dear Ed & Family,
As part of Ed's "extended" family, we are saddened with the loss of Matt...a great loss to his family and friends and far too early in life.
We hope you will find some comfort in knowing that you are in our thoughts and prayers...may all the great memories of Matt live in your hearts forever.
Al & Angela Nicholas
LeAnn Rouse Harris
February 20, 2009
To Ed and the entire family:
My deepest condolences to you and your family. May God hold you all and comfort you all in your time of need.
Anderson Family
February 20, 2009
He was such a happy person,always smiling and making others smile.. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Mandie
February 20, 2009
The world has lost a wonderful man. You will be missed Matt.
Johnny and Janet Calder
February 20, 2009
Ed,
We are both so saddened by the news of the loss of your brother. You have our deepest sympathy. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Jack Grosé
February 20, 2009
We are so sorry about Matt. We were shocked to read about his passing in the today's newspaper. The Grisé family feels the pain and anguish of your loss. Our prayers are for you and Matt.
God bless you all.
Maitland Littlefield
February 20, 2009
We're thinking of you and your family.
In my prayers.
Deborah Thompson
February 20, 2009
To Ed and the whole family, so sorry of your loss and sending hugs in God's name for comfort. You are in our prayers.
Dan & Irene Bortnyk
February 20, 2009
To the entire Piotrowski family, please accept our deepest sympathy.
Thomas Reynolds
February 20, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the Piotrowski family in your time of grief. I remember all of the good times in years gone by and find reason to smile at the memories of a wonderful family who gave so much to so many. God bless you all.
Beth, Jade, and Amiah Sweeney
February 19, 2009
The world lost a great person in Matt. I have known him over 20 years and never saw him without a smile. I will always remember that great laugh and his sense of humor. Anyone who knew him was lucky and anyone who didn't missed the chance of a lifetime with his passing but with all of the people who loved him, he will never be forgotten. To Kara, Jacob, and the rest of the Piotrowski family thank you for sharing Matt with all of us. You will be in our thoughts and prayers always.
Dominic & Karen Stadler
February 19, 2009
Kara, Jacob and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I know words cannot express what you are feeling at this time. Know that Matt is safe and at peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Jeffrey Hirsch
February 19, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Piotrowski family. Not a day goes by when i don't think of the days at the pool, or playing Volleyball in the backyard or the time spent before church.
Bill Farnell
February 19, 2009
I knew Matt briefly but had the opportunity to feel his sincerity, warmth, and all out goodness. Matt will be missed on this earth but has left an Indelible mark. My deepest condolences to his family
Marvell Grady
February 19, 2009
No one in the world has made me laugh as hard as Matt did. That man would give you his last. I will always remember Matt. He is missed and loved by everyone.
Pam Hansen
February 19, 2009
Carol,Tom and to all the rest of the family.I was so sad today to learn of Matt's passing.I remember back during the days of Summer Camp when he came with us on trips and all the kids wanted to hang out with him because he was so full of life and fun.You are all such a wonderful family and my heart goes out to you all.He always had a beautiful smile on his face,just like his beautiful mom.Hold every memory forever close.
Frances Gladson
February 19, 2009
Dear Friends,
I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. Your family has been dear to my heart since our time together at DeLalio. Please know that my thoughts & prayers are with you - now & throughout the difficult days ahead. Peace & love from your old teacher....
Miss G.
Bernie and Diane Shear
February 19, 2009
Words cannot tell you how we feel. Matt was a wonderful young man. He was taken too early in his life and will be missed every day. Tom and Carol our hearts go out to you and your family. If there is anything we can do please let us know. May God Bless you all.
joseph diven
February 19, 2009
the world lost a great person all my love to the piotrowski family
Ken and Karen Waid
February 19, 2009
|Tom and Carol and Family; We are very sorry for the loss of Matthew. Our deepest condolences are with you all in this difficult time where words are hard to express. We all knew and loved your "Matt." What a complete joy he was to everyone. You know he used to say both verbally and on paper a little expression behind his signature, "I love my mommy." Matt made us all laugh outloud or just silently with a smile too. Please remember that the Piotrowski Family will be in our thoughts and prayers now and the days ahead. Please let us know if you need anything. Loving the Waid Family.
The Simmons Family
February 19, 2009
Our thoughts & Prayers are with you.
Jo Underwood
February 19, 2009
Words cannot express the sadness and shock I am feeling at Matt's passing. He was a wonderful man and the best friend anyone could ever hope to have. He was always smiling and always knew how to brighten my day, even when I was having the worst. Matt I love you and I will never forget the wonderful person you are. You will be in my heart and thoughts forever. Kara if you need anything please do not hesitate to call me. I love you and Jacob just like family.
Quinn Family
February 19, 2009
February 19, 2009
We are so sorry about Matt. We were shocked to read about his passing in the today's newspaper. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Carol, Tom, his wife & son and to the rest of the family. We will miss his contagious smile. He was always so polite and nice to each of us.
Love, Paul, Laura & Cortney Quinn
~ Quinn Family, Jacksonville, North Carolina
Tammy Baldwin Court
February 19, 2009
Ed and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish that I could attend the viewing or service. You all are in my prayers.
Daphne Hoffman
February 19, 2009
Kara,Jacob and Family.I can not begin to tell you how saddened I am for your loss.I know how much ya'll meant to eachother.He was always a joy to be around.He could make anyone laugh even if they were having a bad day.There were a couple of times he had me laughing so hard I about peed in my pants!LOL...This world will not be the same without him.He surely will be missed by many.My thoughts and prayers will be without,during this time and long after....
Richard Marchitto
February 19, 2009
Kara, Jacob, Tom, Carol, Matt, Ed and Deborah, Mike, Terry and Chris -- we are so saddened of the news of Matt's passing. Our prayers, thoughts and love are with you all now and always. Matt will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Love, Richard, Patti and Nicole
Danielle Fountain
February 19, 2009
This is Danielle Fountain and Hope I can not express how sorry I am Kara and Jacob. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family during this time. Kara you are a wonderful person and Hope loved you so much as a teacher. If you ever need anything please feel free to get up with me. Love and prayers the fountain family
Lori Mancino
February 19, 2009
Kara,
I know that there is nothing that I can say at this time that would ease your pain, but I just wanted to let you know that I am praying for and thinking of you and Jacob in your time of such great loss. You have my deepest sympathy.
Patti Harrell
February 19, 2009
Kara, Jacob and the Piotrowski Family. Warren and I cannot express how saddened we are for you. Matt was not only our best friend, he was our family. He was always there for us when we needed him. His laugh, the jokes he shared, the way he made us smile are all things we will never forget about him. He was truly one in a million. We Love You and we will miss Matt terribly. But in our hearts we know that he will always be with each of us. Your loving friends..
Greg "Shorty" Sanders
February 19, 2009
Kara,Carole & Jacob,
My deepest sympathy at this time. You all know the history/relationship "Matt" & I shared. I can't begin to count the memories we shared. My prayer is that we can all find comfort in knowing that "Matt" is now home with our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ. Let us all remember the joy he brought to all of our lives & keep those memories & thoughts in our hearts. Again my deepest sympathy
The Simmons Family
February 19, 2009
Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Theresa Phillips-James
February 19, 2009
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Warren & Amber Hudson
February 19, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Matt will be missed very much by all that knew him! Kara, if you and Jacob need anything at all, please don't hesitate to ask.
Katharine Fretwell
February 19, 2009
We are so sorry to hear about Matt. You have been in our thoughts and prayers ever since Terry told me last week about what was going on....Someone in an earlier post said something about the buzzing noise with his fingers....That is what the girls remember!! It drove Katie Crazy!!!
Matt was a wonderful husband, father and son....he will be certainly missed.
Love to all,
Charlie, Mackie, Katie, Beatrice and Anna Fretwell
Melissa DeJesus
February 18, 2009
Words cannot explain how I feel at this time. Do I begin by talking about the buzzing sound he used to make with his finger? Do I think about the times he spent teaching me how to drive on the air station? Or do I talk about the many times he made me laugh? There are so many things I could write about from our younger days, but I would be writing forever. What I do know is that Matthew Piotrowskil will be missed greatly. He will hold a special place in my heart and I will always remember our last conversation that took place on Saturday, February 14th. Love, Melissa
Shari McPeak
February 18, 2009
Kara, Mr. and Mrs. Piotrowski, and all of Matt's family,
Matt and all of you have been very much in my thoughts these past few days. I had spoken with Melissa DeJesus, a long time friend of Matt's, over the weekend and she told me of the disconcerting news delivered by the doctors recently. I hope you find comfort in knowing that Matt will not continue to endure the pain he was experiencing. The loss of such a young and genuinely good man is tragic and sad beyond the emotions words can adequately express. I remember Matt from Lejeune High School where I continue to teach and more recently, when Matt, Kara, and Jacob, then just an infant, came to my home when Melissa was visiting. Matt was someone with whom anyone could feel comfortable - he was a caring, friendly, and happy person who was very proud of his young family. I know all of you will continue to be proud of Matt. My condolences to each of you.
Most sincerely, Shari McPeak
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