Matthew Donald Letourneau – Duluth News Tribune

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Matthew Donald Letourneau- On Thursday, June 29, 2023, Matthew Letourneau, devoted son, loving brother, uncle, and a true and loyal friend passed away from natural causes at the age of 35 at his family home at Rose Lake in Cotton, MN . All who came into Matts life were blessed to know such a loyal, generous, and beautiful soul. Matt was born on September 6, 1987, in Duluth, MN to Donald and Catherine Letourneau. Matt was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary, where he attended grade school and met his group of lifelong friends. During his elementary school years, Matt developed a passion for hockey, playing at both Congdon Park and Portman. He also enjoys playing tennis in the summer at the Longview Tennis Club. His exceptional skill, drive, and work ethic led him to excel in both sports. Matthew played youth hockey for the East Pee Wee As and Bantams As before joining the Marshall Hilltoppers. Academically accomplished, Matt was a key member of the Hilltopper varsity hockey and tennis teams, serving as co-captain his senior year. Throughout his time at Marshall, Matt demonstrated his impressive hockey talent by participating in the Minnesota State High School Hockey Tournament for two consecutive years, ultimately earning a spot on the MN All-Star Hockey Team in his senior year. Additionally, she played in the MN State Tennis Tournament her junior and senior year. Matt is known for being a great teammate and selfless leader both off and on the ice.

Following his graduation from high school in 2006, Matt pursued his love of hockey by playing at the University of Saint Thomas, where he proudly served as assistant captain his senior year. He received his degree in Entrepreneurship and co-founded the esteemed Lake Life brand, along with close friends, Alex Arnason and Ryan Kurtz. After completing his college education, Matt returned to Duluth to contribute to his family’s convenience store business and began volunteering as an Assistant Coach for the East Bantam As, a role he was proud of, honoring the coaches who helped on his path, and help to return. to the next generation. When the family business was sold, Matt embarked on a successful real estate career as a broker, licensed realtor and property manager for Homeinc in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Recently, he returned to Duluth to enjoy the joys of his beloved retreat, Rose Lake. Those who knew Matt knew well his love of the lake, especially his love of bass fishing with his brother Dan and lifelong friend, Kevin Mahoney. Matt cherishes moments with his childhood peers, enjoys a round of golf with his father and brothers, plays pickleball every day, with his brother Dan, and spends time with her nieces and nephews Louis, Colin and Mia Kate. Matt always had an eye for a deal whether in the real estate market where he was working with his brothers or junking with his mother. He is also incredibly generous and will give the shirt off his back to a friend in need. Matt was happy as long as he was with his family and friends, it was always the company and not the local that mattered.

A true role model, Matts achievements in various walks of life have left an indelible mark, and his unique character has made him effortlessly likable. While his loss leaves a void, his memory will live on in our hearts, and his impact on so many friends and family will never be forgotten.

Matt was preceded in death by his grandparents, Donald and Raya Letourneau and John and Pauline Abdo and his Uncle Daniel Abdo.

Matt is survived by his parents, Donald and Catherine Letourneau; siblings Andrew (Angela) Letourneau and their children, Louis, Colin and Mia Kate; Daniel (Ashley Keyes) Letourneau; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Visitation will be Wednesday, July 12th from 5-7pm, with wake prayers at 6:30pm at Dougherty Funeral Home. Visitation will continue on Thursday, July 13th from 10am until the 11am Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Rosary, 2801 E 4th St. Duluth. Christian burial to follow. Sign the online registration book at, www.dfhduluth.com. Arrangements by Dougherty Funeral Home. 600 E 2nd St. Duluth, MN, (218)727-3555.

Memories of Stella Maris 4321 Allendale Ave. Duluth MN 55803 for Scholarships in Matts name.

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