OBITS: The New York Times 28 Jun 2004; New York City, New York co., New York text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for USGenWeb Archives *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.org/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.org/ny/nyfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: The New York Times http://www.nytimes.com Stepanek, Matthew J.T. STEPANEK Matthew J.T. 1990-2004. With deepest sorrow we mourn the loss of this extraordinary young poet, peacemaker and MDA National Goodwill Ambassador. We extend our love and compassion to his mother, Jeni Stepanek, who's lost her four children to mitochondrial myopathy. In his 13 years, Mattie made an unforgettable impact on millions. His incredible grace and courage in the face of his disease inspire our continuing commitment to the defeat of devastating neuromuscular disorders. Memorial donations can be sent to MDA Mattie Fund at www.mdausa.org, or to P.O. Box 66002, Tucson, AZ 85728. MDA Muscular Dystrophy Association Jerry Lewis National Chairman Robert M. Bennett Chairman, Board of Directors Robert Ross President & CEO Published in the New York Times from 6/27/2004 - 6/28/2004.