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Matthew Kiggans Obituary
Matthew graduated from Fitch High School in 2010. He worked as a CNA who loved his work on the memory care ward.
He is survived by his mother Annette Knowles of Oakdale; his Nonnie Mary Ficarra and Nunu Antonino Ficarra of Oakdale; one brother Jordan Knowles of Norwich; two sisters, Heather Hughart of North Carolina, and Meaghan Brooks of Maine; five nieces and nephews; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. Matthew was predeceased by his father Keith Knowles; a brother, Bryan Kiggans; and uncle Anthony Ficarra.
The family asks please to perform random acts of kindness and expression of gratitude in Matt's memory.
Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements, which are private. Please visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com to leave the family an online condolence.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Susan Morris
December 18, 2024
Matt still lives on in my heart.he was a sweet soul,will be missed forever
Rose Dobrowolsky
August 23, 2023
I am absolutely heartbroken to hear that Matt is no longer with us. We became instant friends working at Backus. He was always such a hard worker and always had something funny to say to cheer you up. Fly with the angels Matt
Debby martin
August 23, 2023
Matt was such a good guy , always caring & hard working Made me laugh & smile everyday at work . ... I´m so sorry for your loss
kathy J gooden
August 19, 2023
Annette I am so sorry to hear about Matt, you are in my prayers.
Susan Morris
August 17, 2023
Matthew was loved and will be remembered and missed
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