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Matt Canode Obituary
Florence - Matthew R. Canode, 55, of Florence, Kentucky, formerly of Bellevue, Ohio, died Friday, February 14, 2020 at his home. He was born May 7, 1964 to Donald and Cora (Kelly) Canode. He graduated from Bellevue High School in 1983. Matt was an avid sports fan and was always the life of the party. He loved his dog, Tyko, but he loved his boys more than anything. Matt is survived by his sons: Shane Canode and Reese Canode, both of Florence; his siblings, LaDona (Marc) Weisenberger and Kip (Erica) Hager, all of Bellevue; the mother of his sons, Jill (Gruber) Canode of Florence; his aunt, Lynda (Jim) Todd of Bellevue; and six nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Canode; mother, Cora Hager; sister, Pamela Rohrbacher; and brother, Donald Canode, Jr. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 from 5 to 7 pm at Stith Funeral Home 7500 US HWY 42, FLORENCE, KY 41042. Memorial Service will begin at 7 pm. There will also be a Celebration of Life in Matt's hometown at a future date. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Bellevue Baseball Commission (Little League) 250 W Main Street Bellevue, Ohio 44811-1326. Online condolences may be left for the family at: www.stithfuneralhomes.com
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Bobby Myers
February 16, 2020
He was like a son to me. Was his little league coach when everyone said he couldn't catch left handed, but he proved them wrong. All the way though senior high school! He was the best. RIP Matt.
Bobby Myers
2013 River Star Memorial Day Tournament
Dave Oelling
February 16, 2020
To the Canode family... My son Isaac played for NKY Eagles baseball team with Reese and Coach Matt. The Eagles truly was a family and we are sorry to hear of Matt's passing. I can still see and hear Matt coaching first base telling each batter "watch the corners" especially with 2 strikes.
Rolf Logan
February 15, 2020
I was Matts Supervisor from 1996 - 1999 at Certified Vacations ( Delta Vacations). I chose Matt to lead our West Region BDMs. I never had the opportunity to tell him how much I respected him. Perhaps his sons will read this. Matt, you were a great leader of the team. God bless you.Rest in peace my friend
Eagles at Bellevue Vets 3/22/09
Rick Colvin
February 15, 2020
Words cannot express how much I will miss you my friend. We spent countless hours together coaching our kids baseball and basketball teams. We had so much fun, and so many laughs together...I will never forget you. You and your family were a big part of my life, and you always made it a lot of fun. I always smile whenever I hear your name. At the end of the day, how people remember you is your legacy. I will never forget the many fun times we had together. I pray we will see each other again someday.
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