Gerald W. Matt

Gerald Wayne Matt passed away on July 26, 2021, at the age of 68, in his home surrounded by his family. His battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed his strength in facing life’s trials with a smile. Despite the many challenges, Gerald came out a hero and stayed strong until the end.

As a child, Gerald’s love for hotrods, motorcycles, music, and sports carried into his adult life and spread to all of his four children. His dream was fulfilled when he retired from Freightliner Corporation and was able to spend time his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents John & Martha (Girten) Matt, in-laws Thomas & Carole (Gossett) Hubbard, and brother in-law Johnny Hubbard.

Gerald is survived by his wife, Mary “Trink” (Hubbard) Matt, his children: Brian (Stephanie) Matt, Justin (Magaly) Matt, Brittney (Jared) Fordham, Jared (Kailee) Matt; his grandchildren: Aryona, Aiden, Jay, Chase, Gideon, Kennedy, Harper and Indee. His Brother, Sister, in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Amie Hubbard for all her loving support. 1,2,3…

Memorials may be made to the Parkinson Association.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 31, 2021, from 9am to 11am at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Shiloh, IL followed by a Catholic mass.

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