Matthew Christopher Casey

Matt was born in Houston, Texas on August 26, 1977 and was the first child of his parents Joe and Mary (Barron) Casey. He grew up in the Spring area outside of Houston and graduated from (Spring) Westfield High School, where he played on the tennis team. Matt had been active in all sorts of sports from a very young age and he also enjoyed scouting. His artistic and design talent was evident from a very young age, and he used his abilities to bring joy and fun to others. He loved animals and always had a favored pet, such as his dog Roscoe, who now resides with a dear friend.

After high school, Matt attended the University of Texas, following in the tradition of both parents. He was admitted to UT’s prestigious School of Architecture. While studying architecture, Matt pursued an education that capitalized on his talent for creativity and drawing. Matt graduated in 2001 and moved to New York City to work for world-renowned architectural firm Robert A.M. Stern Architects until 2004. He then moved to Denver and worked for Anderson Mason Dale Architects before returning to Austin in 2005. In Austin, he worked for both Page Sutherland Page and Dick Clark Architecture. After learning under the likes of these well-respected architects, he opened his own firm, Casey Rodenberg Design, with fellow UT School of Architecture graduate and friend Ryan Rodenberg. In 2010, Matt started his own firm, Casey Design Office, specializing in high-end residential home design and commercial projects.

Matt was an avid Texas Longhorn football and basketball fan, as well as a fantasy sports “guru,” routinely defeating his best friends at “fake football.” He enjoyed traveling as well, having spent time in Italy and England studying architecture. He had many good times going on trips with his friends, visiting Chicago, San Diego, and Mexico in the last year.

Matt was preceded in death by his grandparents Anne and Ralph Barron from Austin, and Margie and Joe Casey from Taylor.

He is survived by his father, Joe Casey of Houston, and Mary (Casey) Woldstad of Glacier County, Montana, as well as brothers Eric Sturhan, Nick Casey, and Eric Casey. He is also survived by his stepsister Elizabeth Craig; stepbrothers Billy and Brian Sturhan; aunt and uncle, Betsy and Larry Stagg; and several cousins. He leaves behind many dear friends who were like family to him.

A private celebration of life will be held in his honor Saturday, with a scattering of his ashes to occur in the Fall. For those who wish to remember Matt, a fund is being established to handle expenses associated with his untimely death. Details will be available in the coming week at the Cook Walden website www.cookwaldenfuneralhome.com.

Matt’s family wishes to express their deepest appreciation to his very close network of friends for all of their support. Also, they wish to thank the quick first responders, the excellent personnel at the hospital, and the supportive people of the Texas Organ Sharing Alliance (TOSA).

Professional services entrusted to Cook-Walden Funeral Home, 6100 North Lamar Boulevard, Austin, Texas.