Matthew K. Ogrodowski

If a life can be judged by the effect one has others, we can celebrate Matthew Ogrodowski. His military service was one period of his life he was most proud of; he served in the 822nd MP company of the Army Reserves for Desert Storm, which became the longest serving reserve unit deployed. He was very active as a veteran and in the soon-to-be-built Desert Storm memorial foundation.

In his 20's and 30's he worked with disabled children and adults at Misericordia, where he was inspired to return to school. He completed his Masters degree and won his license as an occupation therapist.  He worked throughout the Midwest as a travelling therapist, serving those in rehabilitation and nursing homes. In his personal time, he enjoyed nature photography.

Matthew was the son of Margaret and the late Robert Ogrodowski.  He shared twenty five years with his wife Rebecca (nee Fisher) Ogrodowski.  He is survived by his sister Mary (Brian) Ogrodowksi-Sparks and his brother Brian Ogrodowski.

Matthew passed away after a long struggle with liver disease and now is at rest. May he rest in peace.

Memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, January 7, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. until time of service at 12:00 p.m. at Cooney Funeral Home located at 625 Busse Hwy. in Park Ridge. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Desert Storm Memorial Foundation at http://www.ndswm.org are appreciated. For information please call 847-685-1002 or visit www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

The National Desert Storm Memorial Association
1101 Connecticut Avenue NW, #450, Washington DC 20036
Tel: 1-855-916-3796
Web: http://www.ndswm.org/