MATTHEW ANDREW STOW

Condolences & Memories (28 entries)

• Matthew. Where do I even start? It’s been too long since I saw you. It’s been too long since the last time we sat in the car with our BLT’s before Class, Trying not to laugh during O Canada. It’s been too long without one of your signature bear hugs. Or heard your laugh, saw your smile. I’ve been holding onto things that only you would know. I miss you so much Matt. So much. Even though you’re not here I know you’re with me. I love you buddy, forever. - Posted by: Lily kornelsen (Friend) on: Jul 01, 2022

• It’s taken 3 years to be able to write this, I’ll never forget spending time with you in Europe Matt. Rooming together, hanging out, experiencing this new world with one of my good friends, it was incredible. The memories of you, Noah, and I playing the ending SpongeBob theme in guitar class, you and Mykola convincing me to play football my senior year and going on to dedicate that championship to you, you’re part of the reason I’m still playing to this day. I miss you a lot, and thank you for being an amazing friend. - Posted by: Damien Thomas (Friend, Teammate) on: Jun 08, 2022

• This doesn’t feel real still and you are always missed here, I just wish I could have our late night discussions and have a big high like you always used to give to me in the hallways at school I miss you so much. I love you, you’re always my best friend and you have never failed to put a smile on my face. i miss you more then anything, you’re like a older brother to me. I wish this wasn’t real and you were still here. - Posted by: leah johnson (best friend ) on: May 02, 2020

• It still doesn't feel real. Matthew, thank you for showing me what a bestfriend really was. I will forever miss our talks, our jokes, your hugs, but most importantly you. You never failed to put a smile across anyone's face. I will always remember walking into the cafeteria every morning and seeing you sitting at a cafe bench with a huge smile on your face, talking to friends and playing volleyball and tchoukball with you at lunch. You are truly one of a kind. I will cherish our time together as best friends for the rest of my life. I miss you deeply. - Posted by: Paige Gray (bestfriend) on: Mar 22, 2020

• Miss you Buddy. Love Dad. - Posted by: Paul Stow (Father) on: Dec 24, 2019

• Matthew I still can't quite process that you're gone. We talked everyday. You would laugh with me and talk with me. You were there for me when no one else was. You were such an understanding and an amazing person to just know and hang out with. I read through our conversations still. I miss you a lot. But I know you're okay now. Happy now. I just wish you were still here with us.❤😔 - Posted by: cadence (friend) on: Aug 30, 2019

• Sending our heartfelt sympathy to you on the loss of your son and brother. May the treasured memories you have of your life shared help to sustain you through this very difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Marie and Merv Robinson (Friend of Stow family) on: Jun 01, 2019

• Matthew was a truley great person. I had the pleasure of seeing his generosity and loving kind spirit first hand. He made a mark on everyone he met. I will be remembering the happy kid like enthusiasm he always had, Tania, Evan, please accept our heartfelt condolences. - Posted by: Shawn (Friend ) on: May 31, 2019

• Paul, Tanya and Evan. We wanted to let you know how saddened we were to hear of your loss. It’s impossible to know the heartache you must be feeling. We are keeping you all in our thought. - Posted by: Kevin & Tayne Lyle (Friend) on: May 27, 2019

• I am so deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Mathew. It’s so hard to comprehend such a vibrant young life being cut short. There are no words to give comfort during such a difficult time. Wishing Tania, Paul, Evan, the Sokolowski family, and Stow family comfort and peace during this difficult time. - Posted by: Michelle Holdsworth (Family friend ) on: May 26, 2019

• Matthew was a very kind soul. He knew how to brighten anyones day right up. He was the most positive soul you could ever meet. He also never failed to put a smile on your face even if you were having a bad day. Matthew was so very kind and respectful to his classmates that were around him. We are so very sorry to his family that he has passed. Our hearts are with you all. We love you all Matthew Rest In Peace❤️ - Posted by: Trey paszkowski (Classmates at REC, good friends, talked a lot) on: May 26, 2019

• My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in the passing of Matthew. My deepest condolences to you Paul, Tania, Evan & all who are touched by this loss. - Posted by: Jeff Friesen (Friend) on: May 26, 2019

• I worked with Matthew's class at Angus McKay School for a number of years. He was the gentle giant back then and ALWAYS was so kind and caring. He had a listening ear and showed much compassion to his classmates. May the kindness and caring of others help your family find comfort at this incredibly hard time. - Posted by: Kim hampton (EA for Matthew's class) on: May 26, 2019

• There are no words to help ease your heartbreak; our thoughts are with you Tania, Paul and Evan. As a young child, Matthew had the sweetest, kindest personality. Whether it was at Angus McKay Nursery School, on the soccer field in Tim Bits, or seeing him riding bikes with his friends - Matthew was always smiling, always kind, and always personable. Sending you so much love. - Posted by: Harris family (Neighbour ) on: May 26, 2019

• Matthew, your kind and positive attitude never failed to lift me when I was down about my grades or having a bad day, you are truly one of a kind, may you rest easy and bring peace to your family. - Posted by: paige (friend and classmate ) on: May 26, 2019

• Such a big heart, always cared, lost a really great guy. Condolences to the family - Posted by: Riley Fleury (Friend) on: May 26, 2019

• Every morning I walked into the Cafeteria & was greeted with a warm smile & a cozy hug. Starting the day without it just doesn’t feel right. Matt has impacted the lives of countless people including myself. Matt always told me to always be kind even when someone wasn’t kind to me. I remember how excited Matt got for every football game & was the only guy on the team who would get hit, & compliment the other guy on his hit. Matt truly was something special. I love you forever & always buddy. Fly high ♥️ - Posted by: Lily Kornelsen (Friend) on: May 26, 2019

• Matthew it’s still really hard for me to actually let myself come to the realization that you’re gone and that you’re never coming back. I’m going to really miss being able to rant to you and listen to you tell me how to fix my problems. You were such an amazing friend, one of my closest, and definitely my most caring and kindest one:( I’ll miss you always but I know you are in a better place! Rest easy Matthew, you’ll be missed greatly <3 - Posted by: Michelle (Friend ) on: May 25, 2019

• He supported me in everything I did and gave me confidence to join new sports, he was the most caring and encouraging person in our school. - Posted by: Jack wright (Bestfriends ) on: May 25, 2019

• Tania — I am so sorry — losing a child must be the most difficult thing I can imagine. You supported me — just want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers! - Posted by: Leona Crothers (Aquatainted) on: May 25, 2019

• Matthew you always made me laugh, Spanish with you in grade 9 was a really great time. I was really sad when you left REC but it meant a lot to me how you stayed in contact. I really miss your smiling face. Thank you for everything. - Posted by: Kyra-Lynn (Friend, former class mate, Spanish buddy) on: May 25, 2019

• I’m so sorry to hear what has happened. Matthew was so talented and made sure everyone was so happy. He was truly a gift. I have great love for him and will continue to have this feeling. My thoughts go out to the Stow family. - Posted by: paige hayden (friend ) on: May 25, 2019

• To the Stow family, our deepest sympathies to you during this extremely difficult time. Matthew was a very respectful and pleasant boy when he was over. Be proud of the great soul he has, it will stay with him forever. May that soul help you through your grieving process, until you are together again. Charlie, Debbie, Chris and Colin. - Posted by: Pelletier Family (Friend, classmate since the JH years) on: May 25, 2019

• You were an amazing friend. We were really close during our JV season and I will never forget the smiles you brought to my face. You were the heart and soul of our team. You were the nicest kid I knew and you had a big heart. I will forever miss you and cherish the memories we had together. My thoughts and prayers are with the Stow family through this difficult time. - Posted by: Carter Nolan (Friend, former Football Teammate for the River East JV Football Team ) on: May 25, 2019

• Matthew was like my brother we did everything together. He started an inside joke with me and it was where he would come up and lightly punch me saying he’s beating me up, we have had so much memories together it’s insane. I miss him lots and he will always be in my heart. I’m so happy I met Matthew and I will be cherishing all the moments I’ve had with him. - Posted by: Teanna Gagné (Best friend acted like siblings ) on: May 25, 2019

• I cannot imagine the pain in your hearts. My deepest condolences to you, Paul, Tania, and Evan. - Posted by: Bonnie Schroeder (Friend) on: May 25, 2019

• Matthew, you never let anyone down and always had the biggest smile on your face. It was impossible not to crack a smile in your presence as you always had a joke. You were an astonishing bass and guitar player and i am honoured to have played with you. - Posted by: Will Chornopyski (Former Classmate, Musical Associate) on: May 25, 2019

• You were my best friend for all of freshman year at River East … I can still hardly believe you're gone :'(. I'll always remember the happiness you brought to people whenever you were around. Thoughts and prayers are with the Stow family during this difficult time. - Posted by: Isaiah Rawluk (Friend, former classmate at JH and REC) on: May 25, 2019