From Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory
Karen L. Matyka, 57, Sebastian
November 5, 1965 – March 16, 2023
Born in Nappanee, Indiana, she was the daughter of Levi Farmwald and Elizabeth ‘Lizzie’ Yoder. She graduated high school and obtained a nursing certification. She was employed as a United States Postal Carrier for more than 30 years.
She enjoyed gardening, nature and feeding birds. She regularly picked up trash in her neighborhood and was declared one of the “Nicest People” by those who live there. She loved to cook and take care of her family. She will be forever remembered as a sweet, kind, hard working woman with a deep and strong love of her family, her faith and God above. We miss her dearly.
She is survived by her husband, two children, 3 grandchildren, and one brother. She was predeceased by her parents and 7 siblings.
The graveside service will be held on March 27th at 10 a.m. at Brookside Historical Cemetery in Fellsmere, Florida.
Donations in her memory may be given to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital and Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue. Flowers may be sent to Seawinds at Sebastian Funeral Home. 735 S Fleming St, Sebastian, Florida 32958.
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Heather Lynn Kirkman, 30, The Villages
December 14, 1992 – March 10, 2023
Our family is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Heather Lynn Kirkman on March 10, 2023 after losing her ongoing battle with mental illness and addiction.
Heather was born in Abington, Pennsylvania on December 14, 1992. She spent most of her life in Bucks County Pennsylvania until recently, when she moved to The Villages, Florida.
Heather graduated from Central Bucks South High School in Warrington, Pennsylvania and Middle Bucks Institute of Technology in Warminster, Pennsylvania, where she received a certificate of achievement through their Cosmetology Program.
During her childhood and teenage years, Heather attended Kelly Richards School of Dance in Warminster, Pennsylvania, where she was a member of their Competition Team. She also enjoyed listening to music, collecting anything to do with cows, and she loved her two cats, Bernie and Willie.
Heather is survived by her mother, Deborah Kirkman, her brothers, Christopher Kirkman (Phillip Rieco), Stephen Kirkman (Lauren), her grandmother, Jean Leswing, and most importantly, her son Ryan Kirkman, whom she loved dearly.
Heather was preceded in death by her father, Charles (Chuck) Kirkman.
A private family celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations in Heather’s memory be made to assist with the expenses of Ryan’s upbringing and future education. You can send the donations directly to her mother Deborah Kirkman at 7815 92nd Court, Vero Beach, FL 32967 or you can zelle Deborah the donations using either her email (kirkmom5@aol.com) or her cell phone number (267-342-3769).
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