Ivan Matan

Cherished father of Alex (Teresa), Michael, and Daniel (Caroline). Predeceased by his mother Milka Dolinar and grandparents Alex and Ana Matan. Dear brother of Ana (the late Zvonko) Despot and Ljubica (Rude) Novosel. Brother-in-law of the late Ivanka (Joe) Dujmović and Veljko (Josie) Žudić. He will be missed by nieces, nephews, family and friends in Canada, Croatia, USA and Australia. Born in Novaki, Croatia, he came to Sudbury at age 15, eventually settling in Hamilton. He lived his life as an entrepreneur, teacher, hunter, jack-of-all-trades and, most importantly, a loving family man.

Visitation on Sunday, March 1 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm with vigil prayers at 7pm at Markey-Dermody Funeral Home, 1774 King St. East, Hamilton. Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, March 2 at 10am at Holy Cross Church, 1883 King St. East, Hamilton. Interment to follow at Our Lady of Angels Catholic Cemetery, Stoney Creek. Special thanks to the caring and compassionate staff at Wentworth Heights.