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Matthew J.
The light of our family's life, Mathew John Farley, 50, of Millbury, passed away Saturday, March 18, 2017. We are assured there were great reunions happening in Heaven on that day. There are not enough words to express our grief, or the blessing we feel for having had him in our lives.
He was born on June 29, 1966, to Jack and Ferne Farley of Millbury. They made sure that Matt had the richest, fullest life available to him. He was a graduate of Wood Lane School where he played basketball, participated in the Special Olympics, and enjoyed many friendships. Matt was never limited by his circumstances. He had traveled extensively - West Virginia and Oklahoma being favorite destinations. In his mind, he had been a lawyer and presidential candidate, however, he had actually worked at The Flying J truck stop and McDonald's in recent years. He enjoyed his retirement by spending time with his family, traveling with his dad and brother to gun shows, and eating at Bob Evans whenever possible. He was a devoted member of Mainstreet Church where he had been active in the youth group, and where he leaves behind many friends and great memories. Matt was gifted at making loving friendships easily and inspiring everyone he met.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Ferne; brother, Jeffrey; and grandparents. He is survived by his father, Jack; siblings, Pamela (Bob) D'Amato, Gregory (Nan) Farley, Melanie (the late David) Prala, Melinda (Rick) Hawley, Kevin Farley, Amanda (Thomas) Caldwell, Brett (Cherri) Farley, and Molly (Douglas) Leader.
Friends will be received on Monday, March 20, 2017 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Witzler-Shank Funeral Home, 701 N. Main Street, Walbridge, Ohio (419-666-3121). Visitation will continue on Tuesday, March 21, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Mainstreet Church, 5465 Moline Martin Road, Walbridge, Ohio, where a funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m., with Pastor Thomas Caldwell officiating. Burial will follow in Lake Township Cemetery. In honor of the unconditional love and joy that Matt always gave, we will attempt to do the same. A special thank you to all the staff of Manor Care in Perrysburg who made the last year of Matt's life as comfortable as they could. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wood Lane School or Mainstreet Church. Online condolences to the family may be made at
www.witzlershank.com
As published in The Blade
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew FARLEY
March 21, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rick & Mari Huffman
March 20, 2017
Mandy, Tom and Family. I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Cindy Tyree
March 20, 2017
Matt was a great guy!! So sorry to hear of his passing.
Julie Wilson
March 20, 2017
Jack and family I very sorry for you loss. Prayers for Matt.
March 20, 2017
Matt was a inspiration to everyone who knew him. He always had a big smile and a huge hug for all. He will be sadly miss by all who knew him. Our prayers are with the family and especially his father Jack and brother Kevin. Our love goes out to you in these difficult times. Please accept our deepest and heartfelt sympathy. Love George and Marilyn Torres
Missy Vestal
March 20, 2017
It was my pleasure to know and work with Matt and your famiy, even if it was for a brief time. What a supportive, loving family he had. I hope that he is having a grand dance party in heaven with his mom. Prayers to all of you.
Terri Swartz
March 20, 2017
Matt always had a wonderful smile. He would come into the office and no matter how bad he may be feeling, he would always give me a great big hug. I'm sure he and his Mom had a wonderful reunion in heaven. May God bless you all and may you always smile when thinking of the wonderful memories you have of Matthew. Terri Swartz
Rev. Sherry & Henry Schermbeck
March 19, 2017
Family, be assured of my prayers for your comfort during this time of saying goodbye to Matt's Earthly presence which you all loved so much. His spirit has returned to God. Matt was such an asset when he volunteered at St Charles. When his Aunt Connie was our secretary, she always spoke so fondly of Matt, especially how he loved to run her vacuum cleaner. She loved it too! Again, my love and prayers for all of you. Matt will be so lovingly remembered by so many.
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