He is survived by three daughters: Mirela, Mia, Karmela and four grandchildren: Kiara, Ryan, Kyle and Cass.
He was predeceased by his wife, Jozefina in 2011.
Mato was born in Cerna, Croatia and immigrated to Canada in 1973. Mato was a retired machinist. He was also a loyal friend and customer to many vendors at the Abbotsford Flea Market over the last 25 years and touched a lot of people’s hearts throughout the community.
Prayers will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2019 at 7:00 pm at St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church, 33333 Mayfair Ave, Abbotsford, BC.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, May 17, 2019 at 10:00 am at St. Ann’s Roman Catholic Church, 33333 Mayfair Ave, Abbotsford, BC.
A Graveside Service will be held following the Funeral Mass at 11:30 am at Hazelwood Cemetery, 34070 Hazelwood Ave.