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Matthew Marcus Obituary
Matthew A. Marcus passed away at home on September 14, 2014 due to a long-term seizure disorder.
Matt will be missed and lovingly remembered by his mother, Kim Marcus (Vince); sister, Katharyne Starinsky (Tom); grandmother, Mary Young; grandfather Darrell Sapp (Delaine); nephew, Henry - Matt's birthday buddy; niece, Matilda; aunt, Sonya Presper (Tom); uncle, Gregg Baker, uncle Toby Baker (Kelly), uncle Danny Marstellar; scores of cousins and extended family near and far.
Matt had a kind and giving heart, he would give a beggar his last dollar or the hat on his head. Matt loved to go the beach and The Mountain with his family. He enjoyed hiking the towpath. He loved his many pets, especially his dog Lulu. He loved music, the Ohio Lottery and Snickers bars.
Friends and family will be received at Prentice Funeral Home, Saturday, September 20, 2014 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A service will take place immediately following visitation at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to NAMI (150 Cross Street, Akron, OH 44311) or Summit Metro Parks (975 Treaty Line Road, Akron, OH 44313).
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Barb Peck
April 12, 2015
Kim Vince And Katherine. I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Matt. Sorry we have not known this sooner just found out. May the memories and Love in your hearts continue to ease your sorrow. You have our deepest sympathy and may he rest in Peace.
Dave and Barb Peck
Joe Marinucci
September 22, 2014
Katharyne,my thoughts and prayers are with you, Tom and your entire family.
Brian Gray
September 20, 2014
So sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you...
Sarah Halter
September 19, 2014
Your son, Matt, was a wonderful man. My little Gracie( my dog) loved staying with him.
Kathy England
September 19, 2014
Kim, sending our love and prayers to you and your family.
Praying for healing,strength and peace. May The Lord keeps his arms around you and Matthew always.
Kally Mavromatis
September 19, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss, Katharyne. My deepest sympathies.
September 18, 2014
Thinking of you and your family, Katharyne.
Love, Bev and Chris Ritter
Sommer Terry-Phlipot
September 18, 2014
So sorry for your loss...
Darcina Olney
September 18, 2014
I am so very sorry to hear about Matt! It was such a shock to mom & me.
Paula Koneda
September 18, 2014
May his memory be eternal
Michael Quinn
September 18, 2014
Great guy,always fun and out going.
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