Byars, Matthew-
It is with unimaginable heartbreak to announce the unexpected but peaceful passing of Matthew on Saturday, April 11th at the age of 24 at Hamilton General Hospital. Cherished son of Karen Guse (Terry Gibbs), Brantford. Randy Byars (Judy Daoust) Owen Sound. Beloved brother of Daniel. Step brother of Lauren, Carleen (Connor), Price (Ashley), Casey. Matthew’s heart and soul belonged to his girlfriend Megan Mazur of Guelph. Adored by his Grandfather, Clarence Guse (Owen Sound). Special grandson of Wayne & Florence Gibbs of PEI. Matthew is fondly remembered by his extended family of the Gibbs and the Daoust’s.
Cherished Nephew of Rick Guse (Heather), Fort Nelson, BC. Teresa Schmitz (Jeff), Owen Sound, Sylvia Guse, Cambridge. The fun uncle to Arlo.
Sadly missed by his cousins, Bradly (Melissa), Ryan, Brandon (Sara), Katelyn (Justin), Bailey (Angelica), Zoe, Adelynn, McKenna, Aurora and Raelyn.
Predeceased by loving sister Sarah (2016), Grandparents Warren (2009) & Joan Byars (2017), Naomi Guse (2019), and uncle Ron Guse (2018).
Our Matthew was a kind soul who wore his heart on his sleeve for this family, friends and acquaintances. He was a graduate of the Community & Justice program at Conestoga College in June of last year. He quickly found employment at Homewood Health Centre in Guelph, a city he loved. He never got his driver’s license, but tried a few times and those who tried to teach him, gave up. He loved his girlfriend Megan and hanging with his friends. Matthew was a sledge hockey enthusiast. He started his love for sledge hockey with the KW Sidewinders and later with the Woolwich Trashers in Elmira. He was still sledding in January. Matthew was the recipient of many elementary, high school, and college awards.
At Matthew’s request, cremation will take place. A private family service will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2020 with web cast viewing at www.gilbertmacintyreandson.com. Due to COVID-19, a celebration of life will take place at a later date. Donations in Matthew’s memory can be made to the Woolwich Thrashers Sledge Hockey. Donation cards are available at Gilbert MacIntyre and Son Funeral Home (519-821-5077) or on the funeral home website.
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Saturday April 11th 2020
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Matthew Byars Saturday April 11th 2020..
Décès pour la Ville:Guelph, Province: Ontario