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Karen and Mark posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
Our hearts break for you. While we didn't know Matthew well, we all remember the super cute little boy who visited here years ago. Wishing you all moments of peace.
With deepest sympathies
Karen and Mark
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Angela Rorvik posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
To the Fraser and Smith family
My condolences on the tragic loss of Matthew.
When I think of Matthews' passing, it seems so surreal. My time in knowing Matthew was also short but what I do remember is that he was a quiet person who loved to smile. And yes those dimples were ever so present and that he love to snow board. The main thing that I had in common with Matthew is that we shared in learning about Jehovah, who is a God that cherishes all of his creations. The scripture mentioned at Matthew 10:29 highlights that even a simple little bird like a sparrow is noticed when it is missing. It says that none will fall to the ground without his knowledge and that he searches until everything he cherishes is found by him. As was mentioned in the scripture read today (John 5:28), our loving creator promises mankind a resurrection from the grave and he even promises that there will be a time when sickness, death and sorrow will be done away with. Please take comfort in knowing the Matthew is safe in Jehovah's memory, he remembers all the minutiae details of Matthew and just we long to see Matthew again, so does Jehovah. Below is a beautiful video that highlights such a beautiful promise.
A scripture I like is Psalms 94:19 which states: When anxieties overwhelmed me, You comforted and soothed me"
May you all find comfort during this tragic time.
Big hugs from a distance
Angela
www.jw.org/en/library/videos/intros-for-the-ministry/is-there-hope-for-the-dead-intro/
https://www.jw.org/finder?srcid=jwlshare&wtlocale=E&lank=pub-imv_4_VIDEO
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Heather Dunlop posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
We are so very heart-broken for your loss. We are thinking of you and hold you in our hearts. Hold tight to one another to face this difficult time. Terry, Heather, Kaley & Nathan
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Laryssa Meisl posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 24, 2020
To our dear Fraser family and to Matthew’s new found family and especially Selena,
When we heard about Matthew our hearts were filled with overwhelming sadness.
Although it has been a few years since we have seen Matthew in person Both my husband and I share very fond memories of Matt as a young teenager as we watched him grow into a a very sweet and gentle young man. Although he was often quiet, He had an infectious smile that revealed his gentle, sweet disposition. Marcus Greatly remembers the fun times they had snowboarding together and I recall the many fun times we’ve had socially sharing dinners with Matt and his family but my fondest memory of him was when at probably 15 or so he accompanied me on a bible study with a lady who was a school teacher. She was so impressed with Matthew and the way that he went out of his way to help others. She spoke many words of praise to him that day and in one visit she was able to see qualities in him that I knew were so much a reflection of his mom and dad.
Both Marcus and I have experienced the “sting” of death and the loss of our dearest family members and the grief and pain it causes... our hearts ache with all of you as you navigate this heart wrenching time period.
We are here to support you in all the ways we can and look forward to when “He will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” Revelation 21:4
Counting down till that day along with you...
All our love and hugs,
Marcus, Laryssa, Ruby & Maxwell Meisl
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Mike Fraser posted a condolence
Monday, November 23, 2020
During these most challenging of times may your fond memories of Matthew carry you through. Thinking of all Matthew's friends and family as you work through Matthew's untimely passing and wishing you better times soon. With Love and respect. Michael Fraser
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Kurtis and Tala posted a condolence
Sunday, November 22, 2020
We didn't know Matthew as a kid or while he was growing up. But we were introduced to Matt when he was about 17 or 18. We actually asked him to come help us do some work in our backyard one summer and help us build a pergola. Matt worked hard and quietly did all that was asked of him with no complaining. After we went for burgers and to a movie. Matt didn't say much but it was obvious he enjoyed the day of hard work followed by some fun. One thing we share in common with Matt is his love for his parents' dog, Lexi. When he was still living at home, Deanna would often tell us of how Lexi loved her sleep-in mornings with Matt. To this day, Lexi loves sleeping in! And it's obvious his love of animals continues to this day.
What happened to Matt is a tragedy and is not fair. We are no doubt feeling any one or all of these emotions - sadness, guilt, anger, anxiety, fear - fear of living on without Matt. One thing that brings us comfort as well as to Steve and Deanna is that Matt is no longer suffering in pain. How do we know this? When Jesus' good friend, Lazarus, had died, he told the people, "Lazarus our friend has fallen asleep, but I am travelling to awaken him." (John 11:11) Yes, Jesus likened death to a sleep, a deep sleep. When we are sleeping, we feel no pain and we also expect to wake up. Matt is feeing no pain at all right now and above that, he will wake up again! Jesus again promised that "the hour is coming when all those in the memorial tombs will hear his (God's) voice and come out." (John 5:28) Those who have fallen asleep in death have the opportunity to come back to a life here on earth where God promises "that he will wipe out every tear from our eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore." (Revelation 21:4) Imagine tears of sadness replaced with tears of joy! What a prospect to look forward to!
In the meantime, life without Matt will not be easy. But may you "throw all your anxiety on God, because he cares for you." (1 Peter 5:7) Yes, God will help you to endure.
Our deepest love and condolences to:
Steve and Deanna, Matt's grandparents, Selena, his family and friends
Kurtis and Tala
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Judy eady posted a condolence
Sunday, November 22, 2020
To all family and friends and his Girl Selena and her family .
We send hugs and our love to everyone
When we think of Matthew , like his other friends mentioned those dimples just so adorable, .
Matthew was daring when he took a dip in the freezing cold mountain water at grassy lakes not in the summer
But imagine more like late fall or early winter
Like it was no big deal, as our mouths hung open
Matthew loved his sports and Deanna and Steve made sure he had the best snowboarding equipment
Every year !!
We sure miss Matthew and lots of tears and pain in our hearts
Doing some research into the scriptures u find that
God wants us to live long happy lives without pain
My Favourite scripture is in
Job14:14,15
If a man dies, can he live again ?
You will call , and I will answer you.
You will long for the work of your hands
We look forward to a time we see Matthew in perfect health again right here on this earth
See you again dear friend
Darrel and Judy
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Gary and Dora Henderson posted a condolence
Sunday, November 22, 2020
Dear Stephen and Deanna and family,
Our deepest condolences for the loss of your dear son Matthew.
We never had the opportunity to meet Matthew in person prior to his passing, but reading this obituary and the comments of others we have learned so much about him. And it helps us to see that he effected many lives and why so many loved him greatly--all his family and all his friends and his special love Selena. In the picture you shared we can see the gentleness in his eyes and a soft heart, his smile betrays hope and love! We see a young man full of life and much to give! It is so very obvious why you loved him so much! You have so many memories, so many stories so much that he has given you to remember him by. And He would want you to remember all the good things, to remember that he made a difference in your lives and that he mattered to you and that being without him will be hard. It saddens us greatly that his life ended so soon.
One scholar put the matter this way: "While graveyards may remind one of the brevity of life, the resurrection ensures the brevity of death." What a happy prospect! (Revelation 21:3,4)
All our love and affection,
Gary and Dora Henderson
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Sunday, November 22, 2020
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Dear Selena, Stephen and Deanna, Kayla, and all family and friends of Matt:
The picture attached is of Matt learning how to knit from an older friend - a testament to his large heartedness. Matt didn’t make anyone else feel unimportant. He valued people of all ages and backgrounds, never judging based on appearances. This is a quality I want to imitate, making sure I see people the way Matt did and the way God does, cherishing the good in each other.
It’s not fair that Matt’s life was cut short. Only our God of justice can right this wrong. Only God can remove the sting of death forever. But until then, all those who love Matt feel this sting very intensely. So lean on your friends and family, and let all those emotions out - anger, regret, sadness, sorrow. And if you feel alone, throw it all on our God who listens without judging and promises to comfort you. (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4)
Love,
Meesh
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A tree was planted in memory of Matthew Fraser
Sunday, November 22, 2020
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A tree was planted in memory of Matthew Fraser
Saturday, November 21, 2020
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Grama and Grampa uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, November 21, 2020
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This Memory of Matthew at his cousins wedding sitting with his Great Aunties exemplifies how even in his own pain of an injured neck after a mishap he always smiled and didn't make the event about him. Always gracious to be in the background. The kind of thing Jesus would have done.
At times when he could have benefited from some needed rest and relaxation, Jesus still put himself out for others. He did not have a me-first attitude. In this too, he provided a model that we can follow closely.
This to me was a beautiful quality
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Hanscomb Family posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, November 21, 2020
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To Matthew’s family and friends,
The loss of someone so dear and so close brings so much pain. I imagine you just want him back, and nothing I can say can do that, or take away the hurt you must be feeling. There is One who WILL do that, and soon. John 5:28 tells us the promise “Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out”: Take heart that soon all of this pain will be gone. May you all find peace with each other and your memorials.
With love,
The Hanscomb Family
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Frank and Athalia uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, November 21, 2020
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Matthew was a fun loving kid and love to seek adventures in the outdoors yet willing to spend time with friends throwing a football or sitting around the camp fire to chat. Matt was kind and loving to many no matter their age.
We remember Steve would affectionatly call him Mattman like Batman. That brings a smile to us now.
He had a gorgeous smile with dipples and you just knew at a young age he would grow into a handsome man that he was.
We enjoyed the vacation to Idaho doing zip line with Matt. Our 1st time. Couldn't let Matt outdo us! We loved it and he made it fun. He enjoyed our love of roller-coaster/rides at Silverwood and enjoyed going on rides till the parked closed buying him candy and spoiling him crazy.
Hearing the news we feel like someone kicked us in the stomach and cried just as Jesus who also lost his friend Lazarus "he groaned within himself and became troubled..Jesus gave way to tears". (John 11:33,35)
We all will go through this time with tears and Jesus did too. Jesus on that day resurrected his friend Lazarus back to life on earth infront of Lazarus loved ones which includes Jesus.
Our hope is one day hear "Matthew, come out". See and hug him and spend more time together and adventures outdoors.
With love and support from your family and friends sharing stories, memories and meals help us all and especially his family and Selena.
Our love and condolences to Selena and family, Steve and Deanna and family, and many others who loved Matt.
We are sharing photos from Fish Creek with Matt and his friends and sister Kayla. The football burst while playing! Matt and Frank together. ❤
Sincere condolences,
Frank and Athalia
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As told to Matt's Family by Selena uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, November 21, 2020
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Selena was immediately drawn to Matthew as he was to her. They were inseparable and endured much in their years together. Only weeks ago, on a winter wonderland day near Bragg Creek, Matt and Selena went for a walk with their cherished dog, Saint. Those warm foothills chinooking days when the snow is fresh. Marveling at the beauty of our beautiful mountains on those days where they look bigger than ever, the clear blue sky reflected in the small creek, taking pictures to remember every single detail of how deeply special their time was together in nature. Selena ran ahead of Matt and climbed a rock overlooking the water to get an even better view. What looked like rock was crumbling shale that quickly gave way under Selena’s feet. The little stream was deeper than it had looked, for someone without Matt’s long legs, and Selena was soaked. As Selena was ok, they both gave way to the hilarity and couldn’t stop laughing together. Realizing they had to cut their hike short, Matt took off his dry pants and gave them to Selena. Not wanting to end their day out, they went for dinner in Bragg Creek in the winter with him in his shorts and Selena in extra tall sweatpants she was swimming in. Selena felt so deeply loved, and treasured like a princess by Matt. He wouldn’t just give her the sweater off his back, but anything she needed for her comfort.
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The family of Matthew McKenzie Fraser uploaded a photo
Saturday, November 21, 2020
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