He is predeceased by his parents—Gloria Daidone Gainer and Hugh M. Gainer, his brother—John Russell Gainer, and brother-in-law—Sterling Gros.
Survived by siblings: Greg (Anita) Gainer, Susan Gainer Gros, Marie Gainer Eason (David Weber), Hugh (Anna) Gainer, and Amy (Dan) Anderson. He is also survived by his many loving nieces and nephews.
Matthew was born in Birmingham, AL, attended St. Paul’s Grammar School, and was a graduate of John Carroll High School. He was a devout Catholic whose faith was instrumental and a preeminent force in his life. He was a parishioner of the Cathedral of Saint Paul. He worked for over 20 years at UAB and retired from UAB.
He was a devoted son, brother and uncle. He was a noted baker and enjoyed sharing his many loaves of bread with others. His very tender heart was expressed by his special love and care for his cat, Pumpkin. He always had dog biscuits on hand to give to the dogs of his neighbors. He was always appreciative of the kindnesses that people extended to him and was always very grateful. He will be greatly missed by all.
Due to the pandemic, a private Mass of Christian Burial will be available for viewing livestream on Thursday, June 4, 2020, at 10 AM CDT on this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87375539857 or at a later date a recorded version will be available on Youtube—search for Matthew Gainer Funeral Mass.
Memorial contributions in memory of Matthew can be made to the Cathedral of St. Paul, P. O. Box 10044, Birmingham, AL 35202-0044.
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