Matthew Thomas Andrew MacKinlay

July 12, 2020

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Surrounded by his loving family, Matthew Thomas Andrew MacKinlay passed away peacefully in his mother’s arms on Sunday, July 12th, 2020 at the Children’s Hospital – London Health Sciences Centre. He was born on July 7th, 2020 at 10:59 a.m., weighing 6 pounds 8 ounces, was 21 inches long, and fought hard until his passing. Matthew experienced holding hands with his Mommy and Daddy, hugs and kisses from his family, listening as his Mommy and Daddy sang him songs, and being told “I love you” an uncountable amount of times. Matthew suffered from a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, a rare condition that does not allow lungs to develop properly in utero. He made his parents very proud with his strength and courage. 

Matthew leaves behind his loving parents, Duncan and Jennifer MacKinlay (Garbett); grandparents, Thomas and Becky MacKinlay, Andrew and Kimberly Garbett; nephew of Laura and Chad Mahovlich, Jaime Garbett; cousin of Ana and Klara Mahovlich. 

The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to Dr. Soume Bhattacharya, Nurse Kim, and the rest of the staff of LHSC – NICU for their compassion and care. A private Celebration of Life will be held at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London. The family will honour Matthew’s life by raising awareness for infants born with Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. In lieu of flowers, the family would be honoured to have you support the Children’s Health Foundation – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit as they were our family during Matthew’s short time on this earth. Upon clicking the link, please click on the “other” box, and input “Children’s Health Foundation – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit”.

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~ Chris Charlebois

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~ Duncan & Ann MacKinlay

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~ Rob & Wendi MacKinlay

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~ Mary Ann Mahovlich& family

Dear Jenn and Duncan and family, I am so saddened to hear news of your loss. I am thinking of you all and I hope that you can find some peace through all of this. My sincere condolences.

~ Tasha Mair

Dear Jennifer and Duncan, We are so sorry for the loss of your precious baby boy, Matthew. The pain will never go away but perhaps you'll find some comfort in the fact that you have many friends supporting you in your time of grief.

~ June and Ross Ayrhart

Dear Jenn, Duncan and Family, Our sadness for your loss can't really be written and Covid-19 restricts the embrace that we would love to give you all. Matthew has touched many hearts in a short time; with his ability to show you how your love can expand. We pray, with the support Family and Friends, and each other, that you will find peace With all our love we have made a donation in Matthew's honour. Jackie and Steve McNally

~ Jackie and Steve McNally

Dunc & Jenn our hearts ache for you both... Stay strong and know that little Matthew was so loved.. as are you both by so many.

~ McFadden family

We are so heartbroken for you Jen and Duncan. We are thinking of you and praying for you lots during this difficult time. Love Christie and Steve Martin

~ Christie and Steve Martin

Dear Jenn and Duncan, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

~ Anjana Upadhyay

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~ Arlene Maharaj

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~ Cathy Boroway

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~ Natalie Mahovlich

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~ Genevieve Papineau

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~ Carolyn Brydon

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~ Kristine Massingham

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~ Niloufer Saeed

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~ Suzanne Hayward

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~ Corene Jovichevich

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~ Catherine McIntosh (McIntosh family)

I'm so sorry to hear this very sad news. Sending my heartfelt sympathies your way.

~ Carol andrew

Jenn and Duncan, there are no words to express how sorry I am for your loss. Thinking of you both during this time. Sending love and prayers.

~ Laureen McKay

We are so heart broken and sorry everyone. Totally at a loss for words, we love you all.

~ Mike, Cammy and Lucian

Dear Jenn and Duncan, I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure you will treasure the time you spent with Matthew. Please know that I am thinking of you and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

~ Arlene Maharaj

Dear Jenn and Duncan, I am so sorry to hear about Matthew's passing. Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Sending love and prayers your way:) Becky Young

~ Becky Young

Jenn and Duncan, There are no words to express how sorry we are that Matthew had to leave your loving and amazing family so soon after his much anticipated birth. His time with you was much too brief but he will always be remembered by your family and those who love you. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Much love, Janet, Ryan, Grayson and Easten

~ Janet, Ryan, Grayson and Easten Craig

Duncan and Jenn, Matthew's time on earth may have been short, but he will change the world forever in his own little way. Please know that you are in our thoughts and our hearts. Sincere condolences, Mark and Astrid

~ Mark and Astrid Bowlby

Duncan and Jennifer, I cannot begin to imagine the sorrow and heartbreak you are feeling around Matthew's passing. Know that you are loved and supported, now and in the days ahead. I hope that you are surrounded by love and support, and that you are able to find some peace during this difficult time. We will be holding you in our prayers. Selena and family

~ Selena Horrell & family

We are so very sorry to hear this very sad news, no words can express the sadness we feel for your family and wish that we could find some words or action to make it a little less painful but I guess only time and the amount of love you had for little Mathew Thomas in that short time will heal your pain..please know that we are thinking of you and your family and send love , hugs and prayers..

~ Diane Perkins

Duncan and Jennifer, my heart breaks for you as I heard of this devastating news. No words can express how sorry I feel as I understand your grief. Matthew will always be with you. Sending you love and support.

~ Janet MacFarlane

Duncan & Jen, We send our sincerest condolences to you both as you mourn the loss of your sweet little boy, Matthew. Your devotion and love for your son is so beautiful. May Matthew rest in sweet peace after his strong fight, sitting at the right hand of Our Father. We are praying for you all and love you very much. May God bless you, and may He keep you, and may He shine His face upon you. Love Richard, Maddie, & Calder McIntosh

~ Maddie, Richard, & Calder McIntosh

We are so sorry to hear the sad news of your new son's passing. Only time will heal your hearts. We hope you find the strength to carry on in each other and from your family and friends. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during your most difficult time.

~ Laurie and Tom Intven

Dearest Duncan & Jenn, Im so very sorry to hear of this, my thoughts are with you both, may you find strength in each other and the love & support from your families, friends all of us thinking of you both and everyone hurting for you right now

~ Lisa Weber

Jennifer & family, I know that words ring hollow right now, but I just wanted you to know that I'm thinking about you, and I'm so very sorry. Sending you strength and love.

~ Carrie McGregor

Jennifer, we are absolutely heartbroken to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and that we are sending positive energy your way. Stay strong! -Jesse & family.

~ The Cunningham Family

Duncan and Jennifer, my heart aches for you two. I truly wish you the strength and courage to grow stronger together. This little man will forever be in your hearts and always watching mommy and daddy from above. Deepest sympathies. Lauralee

~ Lauralee Bushan-jazey

It is with a heavy heart that I received your news of your baby boy's passing. I offer you my heartfelt condolences, my loving friendship and support. Know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers as you move slowly toward better days. There are not enough words to wash away the pain, but I hope you will find some solace in the thoughts and caring wishes that will help sustain you and your family in your time of need.

~ Krista Zhao

Matthew, We were praying hard for you but God needed you upstairs with him. You fought hard and we are proud of you. So happy that you were able to be with your mom & dad as well as your grandparents. I am sure that you felt lots of love. Sincerely, Aunt Wendi and Uncle Rob

~ Rob & Wendi MacKinlay

Dearest Jennifer, Duncan and family, We were so very sorry and deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your precious baby boy, Matthew. Our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow and you will all continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Sending you much love and peace, Jill Humphrey and family.

~ The Humphrey Family

Tom, Becky, Duncan and Jennifer, We are so sorry to hear of Mathews passing. Sending love and prayers to all of you.

~ Scott and Stacey MacKinlay

Dear Jennifer and Duncan, I was so heartbroken to hear your news. I am so, so sorry. Your beautiful obituary speaks to your spirit, your love and your devotion to your son. I believe that one day, you will be together with Matthew again. Until that time, I hope that one day, you will find peace and solace in your memory of the short time that you had together.

~ Corene Jovichevich

Jen, Duncan and families: I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers constantly.

~ Ashley Dickey

Dear Jen and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet baby boy Matthew. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Mes sincéres sympathies, Laurraine Sigouin

~ Laurraine Sigouin

With heavy heart, I express my condolences for the loss of baby Matthew! I pray to God to continue giving you strength to deal with this devastating loss!

~ Jenan Mourad

May God give you and Jenn the strength and courage to bear this loss with patience and equanimity. We are praying for you, and at this difficult time,may you find comfort in knowing that others share in your sorrow

~ Niloufer and Akbar Saeed

Jennifer and Duncan, we are so very sorry for the loss of little Matthew. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.

~ Kristine Massingham and family

Jennifer, Duncan and Family, May you find comfort in family and loved ones to help you get through this tragedy. We hope you will find the strength you need to get through each day and know you are loved beyond measures. Sore high Mathew and god bless Love Uncle Neil Armstrong and the Amodeo Family xoxo

~ lezleigh Armstrong Amodeo

Sending you love & courage. So very sorry for your devastating loss.

~ Anne-Marie Sajecki

We were deeply saddened to hear of Matthew's passing. There are no words that will take away your pain, but know that we are praying for you.

~ Craig, Karen, Arden, McKenna Doupe

Duncan, Jen, Tom & Becky So sorry to hear of Matthew's passing. There are no word to describe your pain, we hope as time goes on you will be able to find the strength to appreciate the things in life again. We hope the doctors were able to gain more knowledge about this rare condition and someday it will be non existent. Our hearts go out to you. Paul & Lori

~ Paul & Lori

Dear Jennifer, Duncan and Family, We are deeply sorry for the loss of your baby Boy Matthew. Although no words can ease the loss you bear, know you're very close in our thoughts and prayers. Sending you much love. Genevieve Papineau and Doug

~ Genevieve

Jennifer , Duncan and family, May you find comfort in family and loved ones to help you get through this tragedy. I hope you will find the strength you need to get through each day.

~ Beatrice Arroyas

Be assured of our love and prayers as you continue to walk this path of emotional trauma. We do not pretend to understand the reason for such hardships. We do know that life involves both joy and sorrow and it all adds to who we are. Sometimes we have paused and asked, "Lord, isn't there an easier way to mature?" Duncan and Jen, this is not the time to reason "Why?" but it is the time to hold each other and comfort each other with your love. Uncle Wilf and Aunt Connie

~ Uncle Wilf & Aunt Connie Wight

So very sorry for your loss. Tom & Becky, our thought and prayers are with you and your family.

~ Jackie & Andrew (from Heaven) Pauley

Duncan and Jennifer, Our condolences to you both on the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Roy and Louise

~ Roy Triebner and Louise Jones

Words will never be enough to express the sorrow we feel for your loss. Please know that you, Duncan and your entire family are in our constant thoughts and prayers. We hope you find some form of peace and comfort during this time. Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. -Lara Dawson

~ Dawson Family

Jenn and Duncan, Our hearts go out to you both during this excruciating time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace in the short time that you had with Mathew.

~ Nicole Osinga & Justin MacLean

We are so sorry for Matthew's tragic loss and your pain. He fought so bravely and your love was felt by him. Matthew made the world a better place in his time with you Jenn and Dunc. We are heartbroken for you all. All our love. Sue, Kevin, Cally and Mitchell.

~ The Doughty Family

I am so sorry to learn of Matthew's passing. My heart is broken for you. May you be surrounded by love and peace at this difficult time. Much love to you and your family. Lisa Martin

~ Lisa Martin

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