MATT
Matthew unexpectedly passed away at the Countess of Chester Hospital on 11th July 2026, aged 48 years.
Dearly loved Husband to Lisa, adored Dad to Tylan, Cayden, Euan and Keeva.
Son to the late Colin and the late Barbara.
Brother to Stacey, Kelly, Andrew, Gary and the late Mark.
Matt devoted so much of his life to Tarporley Victoria JFC and to grassroots football. His unwavering commitment, endless generosity and selfless dedication helped shape not only our club, but the lives of countless children, families and volunteers within our community.
Matt will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Chosen Charity
Family flowers only please however donations in aid of the Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust would be gratefully received.
Funeral Arrangements
Matt’s service will take place on Thursday 6th August 2026 at 9:30am at Northop Crematorium.
Messages of Condolence
Deepest sympathy to Matt’s family from the Knox family
Kevin, Ben, and Faye🙏
Kevin Knox – 29th July 2026
Thinking of you all at this sad tme. Sending love x
Carol Hazeldene – 29th July 2026
Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time, Matt you will be missed by all x
David Lisa – 29th July 2026
Dear Lisa and family, we are deeply saddened at the loss of Matt . We are thinking of you of you at this difficult time.
Love
Jane & Paul
Paul Jane Fountain-Edgar – 29th July 2026
I’m deeply saddened to hear about Matt. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. My thoughts are with his family during this very difficult time.
David Lawes – 29th July 2026
Matt was such a special caring person. He will be missed by so many people. Thinking of you all
Julia Jones – 29th July 2026
Matt was such a gentle soul. Although I only had the privilege of knowing him during my time at Tarporley Vics, he was always our number one supporter and you could see his love for the club in everything he did. He made it all possible for us, helping with equipment and generally just being a supportive figure. He will be missed dearly and all my love goes to his family.
Bella Manfredi – 29th July 2026
Liz Patrick (Robson) – 29th July 2026
So sad to hear about mat , loved our time together at school playing football, and seeing you from time to time at the Alex,
Condolences to all the family
R.I.P Tank
Andrew Siddall – 29th July 2026
Deanna Boddy – 30th July 2026
Thinking of all at this sad time from Mary and John Neil jason and family xxxx
RIP Matthew – 31st July 2026
Thinking of you all, Matthew was a positive and kind soul at University. Sending all your all love from all those lives he touched at the University of Chester.
Mark Sibson – 4th August 2026
The Harty Family have been entrusted with the arrangements for Matthew all enquiries to:
Hartys of Chester Family Funeral Directors,
14 Queens Park View,

Handbridge,
Chester,
CH4 7BU
(01244) 421 214
