Obituary of Matthew Edl

Edl, Matthew - On Thursday April 7, 2011 at his home with his loving family by his side in his 81st year. Loving husband of Anna for over 59 years.Cherished father of Joseph (Cheryl), Ann (Frank) Steglinski, Linda (Ed) VanLeeuwen and Marian (Rudy) Veide. Devoted Papa of Joseph (Catherine), Robert (Diana), Sarah (Robert), Lisa, Lori, Ashley, Mathew (Michelle), Adam (Miranda), Jordan, Jason and Caitlyn. Special Opa to Trinity, Avery, Reid and Peyton. He will be missed by many family members and close friends. Matthew was an usher and an active parishoner of St. Julia Church and also an active member of the German-Canadian Club. The family would like to thank Dr. Boily and all the caregivers for their care and compassion and a special thank you to Kevin Pearce. Family will receive friends at the George Darte Funeral Home, 585 Carlton Street. Visiting hours are Saturday 7-9pm and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9pm. Vigil Prayers will be said in the funeral home on Sunday at 3pm. Funeral Liturgy will be held in St. Julia Church, 251 Glenridge Avenue at 10:30am on Monday. Burial will follow at Lundy's Lane Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario or Rankin Cancer in Matthew's honour.