MATTHEW MICHEAL WILLIAM HOSHOWSKI

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MATTHEW MICHEAL WILLIAM HOSHOWSKI It is with tears of sadness and broken hearts that we announce the accidental passing at Buffalo Point of Matthew Micheal William Hoshowski of Steinbach at the age of 20 years and three months on Saturday, July 10, 2004. He will be lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his parents, Walter and Marianne Hoshowski; and brother Corey of Steinbach; grandmother Victoria Hoshowski; aunt Linda and uncle Warren Klassen, uncle Gary and aunt Debbie Hoshowski all of Winnipeg, uncle Paul and aunt Mary Bezditny of Grunthal; numerous cousins and great-uncles and aunts; especially baba Honda and gigi John. He was predeceased by his gedo and baba Bezditny and his gedo Hoshowski. Matt was born in Winnipeg on April 10, 1984. He attended the Southwood Elementary School, Steinbach Junior High and the Steinbach Regional Secondary School. He was currently employed at South East Forest Products in Blumenort. Matt will always be remembered by the many people whose lives he touched, for his zest for life, sense of humour and fun-loving adventurous nature. He enjoyed many sports and was an avid fan and spectator. He played baseball for many years and was a great back catcher and loved stealing bases. Matt was proud of his Ukrainian heritage. He received many medals over the years for his energetic performances in Ukrainian dance. He could get great air in his jumps. He was a caring and giving friend to many. Prayers will be held Sunday, July 18 at 7:00 p.m. at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, Steinbach. A celebration of Matts life will be held Monday, July 19 at 11:00 a.m. at the Emmanuel Evangelical Free Church, 360 McKenzie Ave., Steinbach, with Father Deacon Leon Twerdun officiating. Interment to follow at the Pansy St. Peter and St. Paul Catholic Cemetery. Because Matt had so many good friends, all are considered as honorary pallbearers. Active pallbearers will be Corey Hoshowski, Josh Loewen, Tim Harms, Bob Peters, Jim Thiessen and Michael Toews. Matt loved children and they were drawn to him. Therefore in lieu of flowers, if family and friends so desire, contributions in Matts memory may be made to the Childrens Wish Foundation, 350 St. Mary Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3C 3J2. The family wishes to thank the RCMP and the divers who assisted in the search for Matt. A special thank you to all of Matts many friends who have shown their care and concern and who joined the family in their vigil and also to the volunteers who assisted in the search for Matt. Thanks and appreciation is also expressed to the compassionate and loving relatives and friends of Matt and the family during this difficult time. "No words we speak can ever say how much well miss Matt every day. He is in our hearts forever." Arrangements entrusted to: Birchwood Funeral Chapel 150 Penfeld Dr.; Steinbach, MB 1-888-454-1030 or 1-204-346-1030

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 17, 2004