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    Celebrating the life of

    Matthew Robert Scaddan

    03 Mar 1981 - 07 May 2013

    Family and friends

    The grief and heartache we feel Bears witness to the depth of our love. You never failed to do your best. Your heart was true and tender. You simply lived for those you loved And those you loved remember. Life is not measured by the years you live, But the love you gave and the things you did. God looked around his garden And found an empty space, He looked upon the earth And... more

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    13 May 2013

    Luke Scaddan

    15 May 2013

    Luke Scaddan

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    Luke Scaddan

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    Luke Scaddan

    15 May 2013

    Luke Scaddan

    15 May 2013

    Luke Scaddan

    🕯 Luke Scaddan lit a candle Hoping you like the photos that Mum, Dad and I chose. There are so many photos and so many memories. Thinking of you always. With love from Luke.

    Luke Scaddan15 May 2013
    15 May 2013

    Luke Scaddan

    15 May 2013

    Luke Scaddan

    15 May 2013

    Luke Scaddan

    15 May 2013

    Luke Scaddan

    15 May 2013

    Luke Scaddan

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    Luke Scaddan

    15 May 2013

    Luke Scaddan

    15 May 2013

    Luke Scaddan

    Monday, 13 May 2013 SCADDAN (Matthew Robert): To Leila, Dad's not far away he's in a happy place with the Angels. He will be with you one day. He loves you baby. Nana and Gan Gan. Published in: The West Australian

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Monday, 13 May 2013 SCADDAN (Matthew Robert): Yesterday - My Daddy's gone to sleep and he is going to bring me a fairy. Do you want to see it. I love my Dad and he loves me. Leila Ruby Scaddan. May one star in the sky be called Matt. Published in: The West Australian

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Wednesday, 15 May 2013 SCADDAN (Matthew): My dear cousin Matthew remembering the great times we had together as kids in Mandurah. You'll be missed Mate, I'm glad we caught up the other week. Rest in peace Cuz. Love Andrew. Published in: The West Australian

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Wednesday, 15 May 2013 SCADDAN (Matt): My earliest memories are of you, me and Luke as kids. You were my cousin, my workmate and a friend. We will miss you. Deepest sympathy to Layla, Robert, Linda, Luke, Bill and Peggy. Love Michael, Ambre and Emma. Published in: The West Australian

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Tuesday, 14 May 2013 SCADDAN (Matthew): Scaddy, gone far too soon, loved by so many. I miss you already. I will never forget the good times, rest in peace brother. JT. Published in: The West Australian

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Wednesday, 15 May 2013 SCADDAN (Matthew): Our heartfelt sympathy to Robert, Lynda, Luke, Leila, Bill and Peggy, Words cannot express how we feel on the passing of Dear Matthew. We will miss your smiling face, God Bless you Matthew. Uncle David and Aunty Barbara. Published in: The West Australian

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Wednesday, 15 May 2013 SCADDAN (Matt): Respected and loved brother. Great Dad, tradesman and sportsman. Remembering you forever. With love from Luke and Emma. Published in: The West Australian

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Tuesday, 14 May 2013 SCADDAN (Matthew): I will always be grateful for your kindness and for looking out for me. R.I.P, Matthew. Mrs Michaelides #36. Published in: The West Australian

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Monday, 13 May 2013 SCADDAN (Matt): A sad loss of a talented young man. You will be sadly missed by many Matt. God bless you mate. Terry, Uncle Mick and all your work mates. Terry's Crane Hire. Published in: The West Australian

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Friday, 17 May 2013 SCADDAN (Matthew): Maffew, As I bury my tears in the back of Leila's head each night, I will tell her how much you loved her. I will only remember the good times, and rid of these past few months. You were my best friend, my soulmate, my other half. I will always love you. May your mind, heart and soul be at peace now. ...

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Tuesday, 14 May 2013 SCADDAN (Matt): In memory of Scadz, a Premiership Player who will always be one of our family. The Scarborough Amateur Football Club Published in: The West Australian

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Monday, 13 May 2013 SCADDAN (Matt): Love, Family, Fathering, fun times and holidays together. I will see your star in Heaven my Daddy. xxx Leila Published in: The West Australian

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Thursday, 16 May 2013 SCADDAN Matthew (Matt): Our beautiful nephew and cousin, you brought so much joy to our family, we will always remember the good times. Our love and prayers are with Robert, Lynda, Luke and little Leila at this very sad time. Memories are a gift to treasure, ours of you Matt will last forever. Love always Aunty Rita, Mark,...

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Dearest Matthew, We have Prepared and Anointed you for your big adventure. We love and cherish you with all our hearts and regret that more time and celebrations were denied with your passing. Rest well in the knowledge that all are with you in thoughts with peace and harmony and we look forward to catching up one Joyous day. Rest in Peace f...

    Robert Scaddan19 May 2013

    Dearest Matthew, We have Prepared and Anointed you for your big adventure. We love and cherish you with all our hearts and regret that more time and celebrations were denied with your passing. Rest well in the knowledge that all are with you in thoughts with peace and harmony and we look forward to catching up one Joyous day. Rest in Peace f...

    Robert Scaddan19 May 2013

    Dearest Matthew, We have Prepared and Anointed you for your big adventure. We love and cherish you with all our hearts and regret that more time and celebrations were denied with your passing. Rest well in the knowledge that all are with you in thoughts with peace and harmony and we look forward to catching up one Joyous day. Rest in Peace f...

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    Tuesday, 14 May 2013 SCADDAN (Matthew Robert): A great young man, our grandson. Your lovely smile and happy greeting cheers Poppy will be missed. You leave us with wonderful memories, a life cut short. Goodbye Matt. In God's care. Rest in peace. Love Nanna and Poppy. Published in: The West Australian

    Luke Scaddan19 May 2013

    🌷 Luke Scaddan gave a flower Matthew's Headstone has been designed and is due to be installed and completed in 16 weeks time.

    Luke Scaddan22 May 2013

    Matthew's grave site for future visitors can be found at Karrakatta Cemetery, Lawn Section, Anglican NC, location 140.

    Luke Scaddan22 May 2013

    🕯 BJ Wickham lit a candle Scadz was a Rough diamond ,one of a kind ,the sort of bloke you would want along side you in the trenches...his company was always enjoyed and we welcomed and loved his larger than life persona...gone to soon ,will be sadly missed but Never Forgotten...Heartfelt sympathies to The Scaddan Family & The Boys..... R.I.P Scadz...

    BJ Wickham23 May 2013

    🕯 Gary Mcphee lit a candle To my brother, you were the most genuine bloke I've ever met and were always there for your mates in times of need. I just wish i couldve been there more for you. I wish you saw yourself like the rest of the world saw you. It was an honour to take you to your resting place. You'll live for ever, in my heart until the end...

    Gary Mcphee25 May 2013
    25 May 2013

    Gary Mcphee

    🕯 Alex Roberts lit a candle Why did he have to go? So much pain, sorrow, but the real reason we may never know, Smiled at the world then waved then let it be, probably cursed while resting upon bended knee, chubby cheeks with a cheeky smile, surface happiness hiding cursed denial, beneath the savannah of his humour, the real attitude disp...

    Alex Roberts25 May 2013
    25 May 2013

    Leanne Scaddan

    🕯 Meg Gillard lit a candle Hey Daddy Scaddy have been thinking about you more than I ever imagined, just catching myself thinking of u and how u might have been feeling. Only you truly knew what was in ur heart and head when u made this decision. But I hope that ur gorgeous girl eases ur parents pain and that they can look into her innocent eyes a...

    Meg Gillard26 May 2013

    🕯 Alan Beasley lit a candle Hey Matty Eskimo, Loved playing all my junior footy with ya. Was nothing like seeing big Matty Scads do a bit of run and carry out of the backline. Never met a bloke who laughed like you mate every time I saw them. When you go to Primary School and High School with someone that bond just doesn't break- mates for life...

    Alan Beasley26 May 2013

    🕯 Meg Gillard lit a candle

    Meg Gillard26 May 2013

    Scads, Scadden, Scaddy G, Presta-G-Como, Big Daddy Scads. Its been a long time knowing you - 17 years! My heart breaks that such a beautiful person who always lit up the room has decided to leave us. I remeber the early days and how much we did together every weekend as a crew. It is just so unbelieable that I will never have one of those awesome ...

    lisa spark26 May 2013

    Matt, RIP , you were always lots of fun and so kind to everyone around you, may you rest in peace up there with Riley. There is no more sorrow for your heart up there in heaven. Lots of love Chloe

    Chloe Baricevic26 May 2013

    🕯 Robert Scaddan lit a candle Hi Matt I have been treking your journey from Buddist mountain temples to your final resting place in the search for answers,and have been enlightend and touched along the way in doing so.I havent been able to nail it yet,but you and others will lead my compass of resolve.I seek a sign a sigh or just a simple nod in ...

    Robert Scaddan28 May 2013
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    Luke Scaddan

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    Luke Scaddan

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    Luke Scaddan

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    Luke Scaddan

    31 May 2013

    Elisa Baird

    31 May 2013

    Elisa Baird

    31 May 2013

    Elisa Baird

    1 Jun 2013

    Sarah Beattie

    1 Jun 2013

    Sarah Beattie

    1 Jun 2013

    Sarah Beattie

    🕯 Sarah Beattie lit a candle Scaddy, I miss you, I'm always thinking of you, I really wish I could have helped you it breaks my heart that I couldn't, I never knew what to say or the right thing conversation to have with you, the only way I can see through this is to know that it's what you wanted, And I listen to your music you wanted us to hear...

    Sarah Beattie9 Jun 2013

    🌷 Robert Scaddan gave a flower Something guided me today, to retrace my previous journey of understanding, and Yes with your sent help I Nailed it. Thanks Matt for the past Wonderful 32 years,your life time not mine.I see you with pride doing great things in my mind,and take rise in the steps I take day by day in coming to terms with both our loss...

    Robert Scaddan13 Jun 2013

    🕯 Elisha Robinson lit a candle

    Elisha Robinson3 Jul 2013

    🕯 Robert Scaddan lit a candle Had a nice encounter with a Greek Orthodox Priest who from my perspective with Matthew put the meaning of Church as, a place to connect with the spirits and minders off loved ones,and that a sleeping, not dead persons departed spirit continualy need the nourishment of kind and loving thoughts daily at any location to ...

    Robert Scaddan16 Jul 2013

    🕯 Robert Scaddan lit a candle Had the misfortune to attend Matts next door neighbour funeral last week.She was a kind person who loved Matthew and grew lonely for him not being there to keep a eye out for her.Matthew did a magnificent leap over the side fence some time ago to rescue her from a backyard fall.At 90 years she was frail but still home...

    Robert Scaddan16 Jul 2013

    🌷 Robert Scaddan gave a flower To all those who loved, miss,feel hurt or drained by our boy not being with us, we salute your care and time spent with him ,that formed so many important parts of his short life,and trust that all those memorys and events never fade within you and the stories that formed such a great and worthy person are told and t...

    Robert Scaddan20 Jul 2013

    🌷 Elisa Baird gave a flower I'm trying so hard to still b able to laugh in life coz thats wat we always did best. The corrs song "long forgiven, but not forgotten" Is stuck in my head, but sumtimes its hard 2 not b so angry at u. watching leila crying trying to dig u up with her bare hands wen i first took her 2 the cemetary is now one of saddest ...

    Elisa Baird7 Aug 2013

    🕯 Robert Scaddan lit a candle Lynda Leila & I just returned from Bali to gift the ocean at Uluwatu THE RITUAL ASHES from Matts last worn clothes.I remember my first adventure in 1983 to this spot, climbing through cactus fields to remoteness, and again when Matt and I took on 4 naughty locals when he was 15 surfing.The place this time was unkind,...

    Robert Scaddan26 Aug 2013

    🌷 Elisa Baird gave a flower Happy Father's Day Matt. U were such an amazing dad. I've spent the whole Father's Day crying my sadness out that ur not here with Leila and I. Missing u more everyday XxX

    Elisa Baird1 Sep 2013

    🌷 Meg Gillard gave a flower

    Meg Gillard3 Sep 2013

    🌷 Meg Gillard gave a flower Trav and I have you on the fridge, we chat to u often hoping you will hear. Our girls comment on Daddy's friend, and just the other day Trav and I were laughing about ur paintball antics! Gone but never forgotten Scads and too in our thoughts are all ur loved ones that miss u everyday. Xxx

    Meg Gillard3 Sep 2013

    🕯 Robert Scaddan lit a candle Is it real or a coincidence. Id like to post for latter on three after Spirit occasions that I know of, but maybe others also have ?. A week after Matthews passing he came to me in my sleep as a real person but when I expained of his fate he slowly layed down and faded into the side of the wall. I droped my locked pho...

    Robert Scaddan15 Dec 2013

    Matthew appears not happy with his new headstone, as it arrived and was found to have a fracture in it. Delays again, so aiming for 3/3/2014 (Matts Birthday ) to have it in place. Try and have this special day clear for a gathering at the site, Info to come and confirm. Robert Scaddan

    Robert Scaddan15 Dec 2013

    🕯 Robert Scaddan lit a candle With 12 months passing since our great loss, we will be holding a silent vigil at Matthews Grave from 7.15pm to 7.45pm on the 7/5/2014 the time of his passing not so long ago.Always in our hearts and thought of often, Our dear boy, may you remain calm and rested as we watch over you at this sad time in your and our li...

    Robert Scaddan4 May 2014

    🕯 Lauren lit a candle Iv only just found this and I'm glad I did, I think of you often but more around Christmas. Your Christmas ornament has pride of place on our tree. I wish you were here to see your beautiful girl grow! I see you in her and this makes me Happy. We love you Matty xxx

    Lauren -5 Dec 2017