Carol Matice

Carol Joan Matice, age 77, of Wyoming, was called to her heavenly home on Saturday, June 27, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roger and Irene Fancher. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 57 years, Tom; children, Tim Matice, Robin (Jeff) Butzer, Christine (Tom) Bischoff, Scott (Melissa) Matice; grandchildren, Chelsea (Frank) Bastien, Emily (Fred) Bennett, Lauren (Dallas Johnston) Butzer, Hayley, Hannah Butzer, Calvin (Jenifer Fitzgerald) Bischoff, Nicholas Bischoff, Madeline and Simone Matice; great grandchildren, Nora, Scarlett, Vivian Bastien, Brooks, Maverick Bennett; sister, Marcia Manke; sister-in-law, Sue (Lee) Williams; brothers-in-law, John, Mike, Dennis Matice; many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends, Mike (Marge) Bush, John (Linda) Buckley, Mary Kay Goodrich, Deenie Blackford. Carol was a loving, caring, wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother. She maintained the respect and order of her family with a snap of the finger and the “Mom Look.” She sent the kids to school with hot muffins and had Jiffy pie crust treats for them when they came home. She never missed the kids’ or grandkids’ sporting events. Carol was a determined woman who set goals and achieved them, like climbing Mt. Baldy. She loved working at Koeze’s part time for 35 plus years. Carol was devoted to her church and school, St. John Vianney, serving as librarian and school nurse for several years. The kids and grandkids called her “The Solar Powered Grandma” because of the time she spent soaking up the sun while on vacation in Alabama, and they always looked forward to Christmas Eve at Grandma’s. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, July 4 at 10 am at St. John Vianney with Fr. John Vallier officiating. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Friday, July 3 from 5 -7 pm with a vigil service at 7:00 PM at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home 4031 Clyde Park Ave. SW. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com.

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July 09, 2020

Dear Tom,Tim, Robin, Chrissy,Scottie, We are sorry to here about Carol. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

- Jeff and Sandy Begerow

July 09, 2020

Tom and Family, I was so sorry to hear that Carol passed away. I worked with Carol at Koezee's during a Christmas Season many years ago, and she always was so kind and caring. I am sending love and prayers for your peace and comfort as you go through this sad time.

- Kathy Nawrot

July 04, 2020

Tom and Family, we were so saddened to hear of Carol’s passing:( she was a very special person who always had time to talk to you no matter what she was doing,I worked with her at Koezes for many years and never saw her in a bad mood.your family will be in our prayers as you go through this very hard time.Just know that someday you will all be together again. Tom and Barb Clement

- Barb Clement

July 04, 2020

Matice family You all are a blessing to many. Your children lead by your example. My children loved to have Robin babysit when we were neighbors. I treasured seeing you through the years at SJV and other places. Carol was always smiling, kind, compassionate, caring, loving, positive, honest and a blessing to many. We all should aspire to have those qualities My thoughts are with you on your journey forward Linda Jirous

- Linda

July 03, 2020

Tom and family We are so saddened to hear that Carol had passed. We all have such fond memories of growing up knowing such a beautiful family. I remember always seeing you two either at church, walking down the street or many times the good old Cracker Barrel with your beautiful daughter Robin. We certainly enjoyed the conversations we had. We know that Carol will be missed immensely by all of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find the strength that you will need to help you get through these most difficult of times. It will be through your strong faith and the love of your family and friends. Carol will always be with you through all of your cherished memories shared together. With our deepest of sympathy.

- Patti Wojtaszek/Joan Wilterdink and family

July 03, 2020

Tom and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers as you celebrate the life of an extraordinary woman. While I did not know Carol I do realize how much she meant to you. You were truly blessed. May you feel God's strength and peace now, and in the days ahead.

- Sharon Van Dam Sunset Manor Pool

July 03, 2020

Carol and I worked together at Koezee's when I was in college 35 years ago. They spoiled me with lots of yummy treats while I was working. Over the years, I would stop at the store and carol went out of her way to have a conversation with me. She was so caring and compassionate and remembered details about my family and me. She was a shining light in this world and i am grateful to have known her. Well done good and faithful servant. God Bless.

- Dave Feenstra

July 01, 2020

So sad to hear about Carol's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends .

- John Marvin

July 01, 2020

What a remarkable family! Sending my deepest condolences for your loss. Not enough words for how special she was! So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers! Anissa (Lyons) Rison

- Anissa Lyons Rison

June 30, 2020

Tom and Family. Very sorry to hear of Carol Passing Please know you and your family will be in our prayers May she Rest In Peace. Joe and Dee Lebednick

- Joe and Dee Lebednick

June 30, 2020

My deepest condolences. Carol was such a nice, gentle woman and a wonderful friend to my mom Lucy.

- Cindy Porter

June 30, 2020

My condolences Tom and to your family. Carol was in my homeroom at Catholic Central, we had many laughs and fun memories of CC '61. We had a great visit at one of our reunions. She always had a great smile and quick wit. Prayers and happy memories of her coming your way.

- Pat Bell

June 30, 2020

Tom and Family, Sending prayers and condolences on the loss of beautiful Carol. What a wonderful woman . She was so loved and such an angel to everyone who knew her. Heaven has gained a true angel! Rest In Peace Carol Love, Jarvis and Mary(Conover) Kirby

- Mary Kirby

June 30, 2020

Dave and I would like to express our sincere condolences to Tom and the entire family. We love Carol like a very, very, very, young Mom. I worked with Carol a Koeze for 10 year's and she made it the best year's of my life, except Tuesdays. She couldn't work Tuesdays because she needed to help Tom feed family's in downtown Grand Rapids. I always told her that "I wanted to be just like her when I grow up". We had always hoped to have Tom and Carol come visit us in Northern Mich. which she said she wanted to every summer. Well, I guess she will be here 24/7 in our thoughts and prayers. Tom, you had the best little woman ever who loved you with ever thing she had. God be with you. Love, Dave and Barb Mauro

- Dave and Barb Mauro

June 29, 2020

Tom and family, (best neighbors ever) we are so saddened to hear about Carol! She was a beautiful person. Loved our summertime over-the-fence chats and will miss them so much. Your family is amazing and Carol will be with you always!! Our prayers are with you all!

- Ruben & Sue Ysasi

June 29, 2020

Carol you will be missed so much by oh so, so, many people. You were the amazing strong lady that was the captain of “The Matice Ship”. It didn’t move through this world without you constantly nurturing, loving, and steering it through the calmest and the roughest of waters. Your children are all the best people, they learned by example, Tom and you. We all know Tom was your Admiral but he couldn’t do any of it (life) without his captain. Rest In Peace sweet friend it’s now your turn for eternal rest and when you see mom and our Audrey give them big hugs for us! Love you!😘❤️

- Tom and Marg La Huis

June 29, 2020

Prayers for your family as you hold on to the Hope of Heaven in the days and weeks to come...

- Kathy (McCormick) Schumacher

June 29, 2020

Dear Tom and family so sorry to hear that Carol passed away. She was a wonderful person and we enjoyed our years of friendship and will keep all of you in our prayers. We are out of town on vacation so we cannot attend the funeral we are so sorry to not be able to attend. Barb and Denny Doyle

- Barb and Denny Doyle