Mathew Richard Benjamin passed away suddenly at his home in Stratford on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 in his 23rd year. He was the cherished son of Sarah Benjamin (Ron Davis). Mathew was the much-loved brother of Daniel Benjamin, his fiancé Shayne MacArthur and their son Hunter Benjamin. He was the beloved grandson of Ric and Nancy Benjamin and he will be fondly remembered by his Aunt Laura Kelly and husband Ciaran as well as cousins Gemma and Liam Kelly. Mathew will be lovingly remembered by his fiancé Michelle Caron. Friends and relatives may call at the James A. Rutherford Funeral Home, 156 Albert Street, Stratford on Wednesday, August 10, 2016 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. At Mathew’s prior request there will be no funeral service. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to the Stratford- Perth Humane Society through the funeral home by calling 519-271-5062.