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Matthew Paul Obituary

MATTHEW A. 'MATT' PAUL, 26 CALEDONIA - Matthew A. 'Matt' Paul, 26, Caledonia, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2013. He was born in Park Ridge, Illinois on July 19, 1987; the son of Anthony and Jennifer (Rottman) Paul. Matt graduated in 2005 from Belvidere High School. He then attended NIU, graduating with a bachelor's degree in economics. Matt loved the outdoors; he was fond of animals and enjoyed camping and fishing with friends. He had a wonderful sense of humor and a tremendous work ethic. He was a gentle giant and was loved by his family and countless friends who knew him. Matt had a passion for astronomy and science. He was a classic country music enthusiast and an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears. He is survived by his loving parents, Anthony and Jennifer Paul; brothers, Jeffrey (Melissa) Paul, Michael Paul and Nicholas Paul; sister, Jilliana Paul; uncles, Bernard (Deb) Paul, Michael (Sue) Paul, Joseph (Nancy) Paul, Gary (Eileen) Paul, James (Patricia) Rottman and Edward (April) Rottman; grandmothers, Vivian Paul and Laurita Rottman; numerous cousins and friends. Predeceased by his grandfathers, Bernard Paul and Kenneth Rottman. Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 21, 2013, in St. James Catholic Church, 535 Caswell St, Belvidere. Entombment in Highland Garden of Memories. Visitation from 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, August 20, 2013, at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Rd. To extend condolences visit www.fitzgeraldfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Aug. 18 to Aug. 19, 2013.

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Diana Diaz Pompa

August 22, 2022

Thinking of you & family. Hoping you all well. Sending hugs & prayers

Diana

December 8, 2020

Today I was losing to a podcast and they mentioned Norm MacDonald and I immediately thought about how much you enjoyed his comedy. Miss those small random conversations.

Rick Suhling

August 25, 2013

The Paul family,so sorry to hear of the loss of your son,brother and nephew.You are in my thoughts and prayers.Rick Suhling and family

Pat Hoagland

August 23, 2013

Uncle Wayne and I are sorry for your loss. We would like to have been there but know that Matt is our prayers. Love to you Tony and Jenny. The Hoaglands.

michelle garcia

August 22, 2013

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.

Malva Craft

August 22, 2013

The Paul Family,
I work for the Belvidere School District. I am so very sorry to hear of this sad news. My heart just breaks for your family. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Diana Quintanilla

August 21, 2013

I'm very sorry for your loss. Rest in peace, Matt. You'll be missed.

Steve Reiter

August 21, 2013

My family and I were saddened to hear of your loss...our thoughts and prayers are with you.

August 20, 2013

Dear Jill and family, Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
The Minariks - Ken, Jenni, Dylan and Emily

Greg & Diana Anderson

August 20, 2013

Tony, Jennifer and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.

Ann (Permoda) Maslovitz

August 19, 2013

Jennifer, you and Ed were so great being there for our family when our Mom passed. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.

Dawn & Kevin Thrall

August 19, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Praying for you.

Bob, Carolyn, Brian and Emmy Hallett

August 19, 2013

Jill, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Marlene Diaz

August 18, 2013

Jennifer, Tony and family my thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope you find peace in all of the memories you have of Matt.

August 18, 2013

Matthew I and August ext our hearts to your family and pray for the love extend Ed from ur life

Diana Pompa

August 18, 2013

Dear Jen & Tony our prayers go out to Matthew . Be strong . Noah, Nicky Diana Daniel Pompa

Kim & Ed Gustafson

August 18, 2013

Our thought and prayers are with you in your loss.

Paula Stier

August 18, 2013

Tony Jennifer and family. Words cannot even begin to express the deep loss of your son Matt. Know that you are a wonderful, loving family and that Matt will be missed. Surround yourself around your loving family and friends during this difficult time. Sending our love your way.

Paula Stier

August 18, 2013

Tony Jennifer and family. Words cannot even begin to express the deep loss of your son Matt. I am sending my love to all of you, and remember you have a great family and wonderful friends. Surround yourself around all of us and know that you are all loved.

August 18, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Meriza Overton

August 18, 2013

Condolences To Matt 's family. Rest in peace Matt , I lost one good friend.

cindy page

August 18, 2013

God be with you

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