Tragically on Friday, May 5th 2017 of Arva in his 44th year. Son of the late Bill and Sue (Scott) Matthews. Fiancé of Carrie MacGregor. Much loved brother of Julaine Matthews and her friend Greg, and Mike and Melissa Matthews. Proud uncle of Tanner and Avery Deeks. Steve will be remembered by Joyce and Larry MacGregor, Steve MacGregor, Ron MacGregor and Heather Killins, Sheri and Darryl Murray, Julie Cooke and Chuck Dempsey and Mya, Madison, Justin, Drew, Austin and Dylan. He will sadly missed by his many aunts, uncles, cousins and countless friends.
Steve’s family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to Dustin Blackall and all of the volunteer firefighters for their bravery and selfless efforts on Friday evening.
Friends are invited to a celebration of Steve’s life at the Lucan Community Memorial Centre, 263 Main Street, Lucan on Wednesday, May 10th, 2017 from 1-3 PM. Cremation with interment to take place at St. Johns Cemetery, Arva at a later date.
There is a GoFundMe Campaign at:
www.gofundme.com/steve-matthews-tragic-death
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Erin Haskett
My thoughts and condolences go out to Carrie and the entire Matthews family. Many happy memories with Steve, Mike and Melissa.
Lisa
Mike & Melissa & Families,
We are so very sorry for your loss and are thinking about you during this difficult time. Hold onto those memories shared in the photo slide show you have shared with us. Think of the good times and keep him in your heart. He will never be forgotten.
Scott and Lisa Loft (and family)
Diana (Griffiths) Scholl
Steve’s sudden tragic passing is heartbreaking. My deepest sympathy to all of those who loved him deeply. To Mike and Julaine, I have so many wonderful memories of your growing up years in Arva and the friendships forged between the Griffiths and Matthews boys. May that strong bond continue in the years ahead as you remember the happiest moments of Steve’s life. He will be forever loved and missed.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Diana (Griffiths) Scholl
Laura Smith
Carrie and family, Steves family and friends.
Words can not express this loss you have all gone though.
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
Sandra and Steve Meyers
We are so saddened by your loss. you are all in our hearts and prayers.
Tracy Hayter and Cora Hayter
Dear Carrie
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
John Michielsen
My sincere condolences to Carrie, friends and family. My first year as a young PE teacher at Medway HS featured Steve and all his Grade 10 classmates. A very athletic and fun group that made me feel welcome from day one. Though Steve was a tremendous athlete he will always be remembered for his spontaneous smile and good natured demeanour towards his classmates.
John Michielsen
Jen Easton (Griffiths)
Please accept our heartfelt condolences to the Matthews and MacGregor families on the passing of Steve. We cherish many fond childhood memories of Steve and this respected Arva family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jen Easton (Griffiths)
Mary Anne (Taylor) Mills
I went to school with Steve and am saddened by these tragic events. To his family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Del and Donna Wolsey
Like others we were shocked and saddened by the news of the passing of Steve.
At such a time as this, we recall our version of , “We remember when.”
For us we remember the hockey days of the 80’s when Steve and our son played together in Ilderton.
We remember the bond of the hockey parents, hot coffee, cold arenas, early morning practice, snowy drives, games won and games lost,,but what all seemed important then pales with the news of this tragedy.
We extend our heartfelt sorrow and prayers.
The Wolsey Family
Sarah Keays
I went to school with Steve.
May his smile and laugh live on through others.
Holding the Matthews Family close to my heart today.
Paul and Marianne Bollinger
We are so sad to hear of Steve’s tragic accident. He was such a kind and talented man.
Our hearts go out to you, our deepest condolences.
Paul and Marianne Bollinger
Tanya MacGregor
Carrie,
Thinking of you and your family during this very difficult and sad time.
Mark, Tanya, Liam and Drew MacGregor
Tanya MacGregor
Carrie,
Thinking of you and praying for you during this very difficult and sad time.
Mark, Tanya, Liam and Drew MacGregor
Melissa and Jeremy Rees
Mike, Melissa and family,
We can never express how sorry we are to hear of Steve’s passing. May your memories bring you comfort, strength and courage to get through the dark days.
We know that nothing can take away the pain that you are all feeling right now but please know that our thoughts are with you all.
Sincerely,
Melissa and Jeremy Rees
Mary Lou Caldwell
Such sad news. Deepest condolences to Carrie and both MacGregor and Matthews families.
May you all be healed by the power of prayer, feel the warmth of those who love you and realize you have the courage to carry on..
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time
Mary Lou Marrinan-Caldwell and Joe Marrinan
Jennifer Ens (nee Bronnenhuber)
I only knew Steve throughout public school at Centennial. Nonetheless the tragic news saddened me tremendously. Wishing all of his family and friends peace throughout this terribly difficult time.
Nancy and Craig Boxer and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Carrie during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathies to all the Mathews and MacGregor families.
Jamie and Ryan Harris
A Life Well Lived
A life well lived is a precious gift of hope, strength and grace from someone who has made our world a brighter, better place.
It’s filled with moments, sweet and sad,with smiles and sometimes tears. With friendships formed and good times shared and laughter through the years.
A life well lived is a legacy of joy and pride and pleasure. A living last memory our grateful hearts will tresure. -unknown
Our hearts break for Carrie and families. Thinking of you all xo
Richard and June Whittard
Our hearts go out to you in sympathy and love. Hold your memories close – what a sad time for you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers .
Jen, Kory James and Joe Lyons
To the Mathew’s family Our thoughts and prayers are with you all . So sorry for your loss. Jen ,Kory Joe and James
Pat Legg formerly from Birr
My heart breaks for all of Steve’s family. May God be with you during this heartbreaking time.
Liz Legg
Mike,Melissa, Julaine and Family
So tragic, Steve will always remembered by our family as a guy whom lived life to the fullest. We cherish the memories we have and feel honoured to have had him in our lives.
Nancy Blackwell
It was with shock and sadness that I read of Steve’s passing. I have fond memories of him as a student at Medway. Hold all your special memories in your heart. With deepest sympathy, Nancy Blackwell (Phe/English)
Scott Bogart
Carrie, Julaine and Mike,
I am truly saddened to hear of the sudden passing of Steve. Without a doubt, he was my favorite player that I coached over the years. An outstanding team mate, and an even better person. RIP Fuse, you will be missed.
The Bogart’s,
Scott, Lynda, Luke and Heath
Paulette Elie
Dear Mike and family
The Elie family wish to offer our sincere sympathies to the entire Matthews clan on the loss of your brother Steve. You are all in our thoughts and prayers today.
From the owners and staff of Artisan Bakery
Nancy Morrison
Carrie, Julaine, Mike and Melissa
So sorry for such a tragic loss. My heart is with the entire family. Especially my two wonderful grandchildren Tanner and Avery!
Mark Prevost
Very sad to hear this. You will always be remembered Steve
The Lavigne family
To Mike, Julaine, Carrie and families. Our deepest sympathy in the loss of
Steve. We have many wonderful memories to help us through these hard times.
Love Uncle Charlie, Aunt Ruth and our Lavigne families.
Nancy Drew
My heart is heavy for you. Thinking about you in this deep time of grief. Nancy
John and Pat Riddell
Carrie, family and friends our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Jay and Danielle Deeks
We are thinking of you during these difficult times.
Mike Jaremchenko
Mike, Juliane and Carrie,
We lost a hellava good man. I am deeply saddened by this news and will always remember Steve as pound for pound the toughest guy I know. He had a heart of gold and was just an awesome guy that would do anything for anyone.
Steve wore #15 when he played for the Irish. Ironically, there is a hockey player statue in front of the Lucan arena wearing #15 which we used to joke was to honour Steve. I will think of him every time I drive by the arena and remember all the good times we had at the mill.
Rose Shaddock
So very sorry to hear of Steve’s tragic accident. Sending my sincere condolences to Mike, Melissa, Carrie and families!
Glenn Silver
The Silver Family wish to share their condolences with Carrie and the Matthews and MacGregor families at this time of loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Steve was a team mate, neighbour and friend and his legacy in the community and sports activities will be fond memories to help everyone at this difficult time .
Memories forever Steve : The Silver family
Carrie and Eric Passi
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Matthew’s family. Such a tragic loss – our sincere condolences. RIP Steve.
Kevin Acs
To Carrie and Familiy
i was shock to learn of Steve’s death. He a great leader and captain for the Irish. Many good memories. Thoughts are with all of you. RIP Steve
Kevin Acs
Barb Wonnacott
To the Matthews Family and Carrie my heart breaks for you. In the small amount of time I knew Steve I have come to believe he was a man that cherished and lived life to the fullest. I will miss hearing him asking Hey whats going on every time he comes in.
Carol and Bob Wiles
Our deepest sympathies to the family for the loss of your loved one. Know we are thinking of you during this time of sadness Mel and Shirley Matthews
Kathryn Cochrane & John McGillivary
I am so sorry to hear about the tragic loss of Steve. His smile will always be remembered. Mike and Julaine your brother may be gone but take comfort in knowing he will never be forgotten.
Jamie Lambier
You always were, and always will be our captain.
Thera Bos
My thoughts and strength are sent to the Matthews family! Words can not express this loss. Forever loved and always missed!
Linda Sangster
Such a sad and devastating time for all.
Take strength from God and be strong together.
RIP Steve.
Andrew and Morgann Crowley
Dear Carrie, the Macgregor Family and the Matthews family. We are so sorry for your loss, thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Connie scott
We were over the moon excited to be coming home soon for a wedding and now this absolutely tragic news dumfounds us. We can’t begin to imagine your pain, your loss and we are already enroute to gather as family to support each other at this devastating time. I love the title, Steve of Arva, as that is who he was. God bless you Carrie, Julaine, Mike and Melissa., As well as Steve’s family and all his friends
Cathy and Bruce Cornish
Dear Carrie and Mathews Families
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Steve’s passing. He was such a wonderful person., We have many good
memories of Steve and Carrie. Such a happy couple. Lots of great hockey memories for everyone.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this very difficult time, Steve will always be remembered in our hearts.
Rest In Peace young man.
Cathy Forster.
To the McGregor family and dear friends. Our heartfelt thoughts go out to all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bruce and Cathy Forster
Alberto Estrada
I always admired and respected Steve. I enjoyed conversations with him and enjoyed watching him play on the senior a team. I also enjoyed working with him at Diamond aircraft . May the lord have you in his glory.
Rebecca Rankin
So truly sorry for this tragic loss. My heartfelt condolences to Steves family , fiance and friends. Such great memories of Steve and his family through highschool! May your happy memories carry you through this difficult time.
RON AND GLENDA LINDENFIELD
Carrie and Family and Friends
We wish we could take the pain away, our sincere condolences
Ron and Glenda Lindenfield
Andy And Sherrie Ross and the Irish family
We could have never asked for a better teammate and friend. Steve stuck up for all of us. Every night, in every arena we went into. Never afraid of anyone or anything. So many laughs and amazing memories to carry with us. Thank you Steve.RIP # 12
hilda appelman
words fail me, take comfort that our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this heartbreaking time
Rob and Deb Andrews
To Carrie, The Matthews and MacGregor families
You have lost a wonderful young man. We were so happy to have heard of Steve and Carrie’s recent engagement and so saddened to hear of Steve’s tragic death. It breaks our hearts to have to say goodbye.
We have many fond memories of Steve and Carrie throughout our years together. Rob especially has memories he will always be thankful for while he managed the Lucan-Ilderton Senior A team. He will always remember his many conversations and good times they enjoyed together while Steve captained the team on the ice. He was a dedicated player and leader at all times, and ready to lend a helping hand whenever needed.
We will miss him , but his legacy will live on in the many memories we share.
Joining in your sorrow, but wishing you all peace and healing through these most difficult times.
Sincere sympathy
Rob and Deb Andrews
Katherine
I will forever remember my little cousin playing on that old guitar in our Grandma’s home in Exmouth st. In his pj bottoms and that grin….too soon Steve..too soon….love your cousin. Kathy RIP
Karen Blomqvist
My heart and thoughts go out to all of you – family and friends. Thinking of you at this very difficult time. Sincere condolences, Karen
Fred and Brenda Smith
To everyone all his friends Carrie and family
My heart goes out to you he was a amazing man always keep the good times close to your heart
Hugs The Smiths xox