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MATIESHEN, HAROLD ROMAN

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Harold Roman Matieshen passed away August 11, 2012 after a brief battle with cancer.  He is survived by his loving wife Kathryn (Kay) of 51 years and children Brenda Phipps (Graham) of Winnipeg, Kenneth Matieshen (Erin) of Williams Lake, BC, two grandchildren, Allison Phipps and James Matieshen and sister Anne Indzeoski (Roman) of Saskatoon.  Sadly predeceased by his parents James and Tina and his brother Leo.  Harold was born on August 17, 1938.  He grew up on the family farm near Dana, SK and at 13 his family moved to Saskatoon.  He worked his entire career as a sales representative for plumbing and heating wholesalers.  Harold always had time for his friends and took pleasure in a good conversation, whether it was with a life-long friend or someone he just met.  He enjoyed his cottage and fishing at White Swan Lake, SK and was an avid hockey and CFL fan.  Harold retired to West Kelowna in 1998, where he enjoyed a very active social life.  Harold was a member of the Knights of Columbus for 31 years.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday, August 23, 2012 at 11:00am at Our Lady of Lourdes, 2547 Herbert Road, West Kelowna with Father Wayne Pfliger officiating.  Should family and friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to Cancer Center for the Southern Interior, 399 Royal Ave., Kelowna, BC V1Y 5L3.

Service
Thursday, August 23, 2012 at 11:00am

Location
2547 Herbert Road,

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The service for MATIESHEN, HAROLD ROMAN is scheduled for Thursday, August 23, 2012 at 11:00am . Below you will find the map for the service location and the contact information should you have any questions.

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  • Ron & Julia Thoms says:
    August 17, 2012 at 7:21 pm

    Dear…Kay..Brenda..&Kenneth….I am so sorry for your sudden loss.we sure had a lovely visit with you both, at Bodnars.people in Kelowna have lost a very nice friend…may the Grace of God hold the family closely &dearly at this difficult hr. memories will fad as shadows fall, as the yrs go by. May God bless you all.

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  • Walter and Norma Jaeb says:
    August 18, 2012 at 12:37 pm

    Dear Kay, Brenda,Ken and family….We are so saddened to learn of Harolds passing. A great loss to you all, as well as the community where you live. We are very grateful for the friendsip we shared with Harold while we lived at Westlake Gardens. We send our Sympathy, and hope the wonderful memories you share, will help you through this difficult time.
    Rest in peace, Dear Harold.

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  • Jean Shwetz, #93 says:
    August 18, 2012 at 7:05 pm

    Kay and family,
    Sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Harold. May God sustain you during this time of loss.
    Jean Shwetz, #93

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  • Martin Family says:
    August 19, 2012 at 4:03 am

    We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Krista and I are so happy that we got to spend some time with Harold last summer when we were all together for Allison’s graduation. We know that his sense of humor and positive outlook will be greatly missed by your family.

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  • Tracy Hopkins says:
    August 20, 2012 at 7:55 pm

    Dear Kay and family,
    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We have many fond memories of the lake at White Swan, picking berries, and getting to know you both. My son Chris always referred to Harold as Mr Magician. We have never forgotten the warm hearted kindness you and Harold shared with us. There isn’t a time we are up at the lake, now with our adult children that we don’t think of you, Harold and your family. Our hearts and prayers are with you. With sympathy, Brian and Tracy Hopkins and family.

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  • Laurie and Marilyn Hopkins says:
    August 20, 2012 at 7:59 pm

    We are sorry to hear of Harold’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Sincerely Laurie and Marilyn Hopkins.

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  • Brian and Tracy Hopkins says:
    August 20, 2012 at 8:08 pm

    Dear Kay and family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We have many fond memories of our times at White Swan getting to know you and Harold, picking berries and enjoying the lake. Our son Chris used to always call Harold Mr Magician. There isn’t a time that we are up at the lake that we don’t think of you both and remember the warm hearted kindness you and Harold shared with our family. You are in our hearts and prayers, with deepest sympathy, Brian and Tracy Hopkins and family.

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