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Mr. Sergio L. Mata, age 28 of Newaygo, fought cancer courageously with such grace & dignity but succumbed to the fight on Christmas Eve at his home in Brooks Township. He was born Sergio L. Mata in Fremont, the son of Elia Maricela (Lara) and Santiago C. Mata on July 2, 1980. He was a Wood worker for TADD Industries in Marne until 2007 retiring because of his health. He was a communicant of St. Bartholomew Catholic Church in Newaygo. His boxing career was under the training of Mr. John Mason from Sand Lake.

He is survived by his mother Elia Mata of Grant, his brothers & sisters Santiago, Jr & Renae Mata of Comstock Park, Marisa & James Campbell of Muskegon, Roberto Mata of Belmont, Miranda Mata, Orlando Mata both of Grant, his daughter Adalyn Aubrey Mata of Wyoming, his God parents Raul & Ema Buentello, special friend Delilah, special friends Al & Sara Brott, his aunts, uncles, niece, & nephews, and many other special friends.

Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM from the St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, Newaygo on Monday, December 29, 2008 with Father Tom Boufford as Celebrant. Visitation will be held 7-9 PM Sunday at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church. Interment will be in the Parkview Cemetery in Grant. Please sign the online guestbook at

 

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O.J, Stephanie and Zaiden Phillips
Friday December 26, 2008
14:32:14

The Entire Mata Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you! We have many memories with Sergio and family ones too and they will never be forgotten. He had great faith and strength and we will always remember him and keep him in our hearts as a forever CHAMP! We love you all! O.J., Stephanie, and Zaiden Phillips

Friday December 26, 2008
14:37:14

Our deepest sympathy to all the Mata and Lara family. Our prayers are with each and every one of you. Love Geno Mary Jane Rangel, and family

Cynthia Fitts (Buentello) and Susie Buentello
Friday December 26, 2008
19:02:48

The Mata family is in our thoughts and prayers. We are deeply sorry for your loss. Know that God is with you always.

Joe & Gloria Santellan
Friday December 26, 2008
21:14:36

Dear Mari and Family, we are deeply sorry for the loss of your loved one. We will always remember Sergio as a fine young man who lived life to the fullest. It was clear to all who knew him how much he loved his family and especially his daughter Adalyn. He will never be forgotten.

Russ, Brook, Brandon and Wyatt Phillips
Saturday December 27, 2008
09:33:25

To the entire Mata Family; Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve for you son, brother, and father, Sergio. He was an amazing individual who touched many peoples lives including our family. My children absolutely loved him and thought he was a great friend. I have known your family for many years and am deeply saddened that our friend Sergio is gone; but never forgotten. As you go through this tough time keep his amazing strength in your hearts. With love and friendship, Brook, Russ, Brandon, and Wyatt Phillips.

Sid and Kathy Holmes
Saturday December 27, 2008
09:48:46

To Mari and family, we would like to extend our condolences. You will be in our thoughts as you spend time remembering Sergio.

Maggie Shafer
Saturday December 27, 2008
16:14:30

In remembrance of Sergio I send my deepest sympathies to his family and friends missing him already. He will always be remembered as one who could put a smile on anyone's face and invoke laughter so easily. Sergio will never be forgotten!

Thomas and Jodi Dressander
Saturday December 27, 2008
20:17:45

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY. OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU IN THIS TIME OF GREAT LOSS. LOVE TOM AND JODI

Chad A. Courson
Sunday December 28, 2008
09:45:36

To the Entire Mata Family; My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sergio was a person who everyone wanted to be like. He could make you smile when nobody else could. He was a big part of my life and I will never forget him. Sergio; thanks for all of the great memories. You will never be forgotten! All my love and deepest sympathy.

Wendy Whitlock (Courson) and family
Sunday December 28, 2008
09:47:20

We are deeply saddened to learn about Sergio's passing. Our hearts go out to you all in this time of sorrow. May the memory of his life bring you peace. ~Peace, Wendy Whitlock

the hernandez family
Sunday December 28, 2008
12:19:12

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Justin Spurgeon
Sunday December 28, 2008
12:39:53

The Entire Mata Family thoughts and prayers are with you. I am very sorry for your loss. R.I.P. CHECO

Jeff Mather
Sunday December 28, 2008
17:46:58

God bless Sergio and welcome him into your Kingdom. He was a man who men admired. He had a strong fist with a gentle heart; A soft voice but a fighting spirit. He was a friend and a brother in Christ. Those who knew Sergio loved him for all these gifts. He was our hero. I will see you again soon my friend.

Albert and Rosalinda DeLosSantos
Monday December 29, 2008
08:30:23

I'm very sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family, GOD BLESS

Caresse Jager
Monday December 29, 2008
09:24:04

God bless you & your family in this hard time, let God & his memory guide you threw it. There is no better place to be then in God's kingdom. Checo was a wonderful person, always so happy, could make anyone laugh & always had a smile on his face! He will always be remembered & that beautiful smile! He was a long time friend & classmate threw grade school & on threw high school! Your in my prayers :)

Jesus J Quintanilla
Monday December 29, 2008
12:08:01

Even though I haven't been around I haven't stopped thinking and remembering the good times with the entire family. Peace be with you as the new year is coming in, my heart goes out to all of you. Sorry I'm not there with open arms........ My deepest sympathy for your losses.

nick crandle
Thursday January 01, 2009
20:32:23

Even though I have not been in contact with the family. I my deepest thoughts go out to the family. My prayers are with you. The memories had with Sergo were great times. He was great and caring one of a kind person. I will always remember him as strong and willing. I always think about you guys. You are a wonderfull family. I will never forget you Sergo. God be with you throw these hard times. love u all. Nick

Jennifer Cole
Saturday January 03, 2009
23:45:42

I knew the Mata boys back in 2003-04. I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I know that your family was very close. My deepest sympathies to all of you.

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