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The family of Matthew David Charles of Edmonton, Alberta is deeply saddened to announce his passing on Saturday, February 8, 2025 at the age of 38 years.
Leaving to mourn with precious memories is his son: Matthew Jr. Charles; mother: Marlene Blyan; brother: Randall (Deanna) Desjarlais; sisters: Chalsy Carter, Cherish Blyan, Hailie Sunshine; his first true love that always remained in his heart: Angela Varly; as well as many nieces, nephews, aunties, uncles, cousins and dear friends - all whom loved him.
Matthew is being reunited with his son: Mathias Charles (2018); father: Brian Charles; brother: Brian Charles; sisters: Terri-Lynn Charles, Carlene "Car-Car" Carter; maternal grandparents: Alex Pachapis & Christine Blyan; paternal grandparents: Edwin & Matilda Charles; and many aunties, uncles and other friends of his.
Wake, Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. SK time, Chief Napew Memorial School Gymnasium, Big Island Cree Nation, Saskatchewan, leaving Memento Funeral Chapel, Cold Lake, Alberta at 10:00 a.m. SK time/9:00 a.m. AB time.
Funeral Service, Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. SK time, Chief Napew Memorial School Gymnasium, Big Island Cree Nation, Saskatchewan with Stan Auger officiating. Pallbearers: Conroy Keesaynew, Dallas Sandfly, Joey Heathen, Logan Dillion, Dusty Sandfly, Sky Carter. Honorary Pallbearers: Ken Dufresne Jr., Gwen Dufresne, Christopher Waterhen, Delaney Sandfly, Jody Ray, Rae Sandflly, Tyrone Sandfly, Rebecca Gratton, Clinton Sandfly, Shawneen Lachance, Isaiah Sandfly, Hosana Lachance, Deanna Kiseyinewakup, Camilla Sandfly, Zackery Sandfly, Chris Lasas Jr., Nathaniel Benson. Final Resting Place, Big Island Lake Community Cemetery, Big Island Lake Cree Nation, Saskatchewan.
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