My deepest condolences go out to Alan and Family. I worked with Matt at the leasing company over 30 years ago. I have so many wonderful memories with him. He was always so happy, and the most genuine person you could ever meet. We spent a lot of lunches together and a few party's as well.  He was a wonderful man, he will be missed by all.

My deepest condolences to Matt's family. I knew Matt in H.S. and have so many wonderful memories. He was so fun, sweet and witty! The world has lost a wonderful soul.

Peter and family,
I've always heard through you how kind your brother was and how close you, your brother and sister were.   I feel so sorry for the premature loss of your brother Matt.
Lovingly,

Peter and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of all of you...

I first got to meet Matthew when he was months old, and I was 11. This was so wonderfully exciting for me to see this beautiful baby boy.  Having grown up next door to the Demmies for most of my life, Pete & Ernie let me see & hold Matthew fairly regularly, and then babysit him..... Family trips camper & trailor up at Tahoe, and Pismo!  Matthew was a great kid and we pal-ed around Gerald Way and worked on lots of projects....Such a happy, funny, up-for-anything child. I'll get family a great pic of Matt & me dancing at my wedding, and another great one of him & Ernestine. Whenever I returned to SJ to visit, I loved dropping over to visit Demmies for Sunday and whoevers birthday gatherings. After losing wonderful Ernestine, it was just so great to see Matt & Alan in the kitchen cooking away as friends and family gathered.  Ill just always always miss that wonderful little boy, and the fine young man he grew to be. I love you Matthew.

My deepest and sincere condolences to my dear friend, Peter Demmie, Matthew's partner Allan, and the Demmie family.  I had the honor of knowing your brother through knowing you Peter and the loving and proud words you always had whenever you spoke of him.  I am deeply sorry for your loss. Looking at the photo gallery, it was easy to see what a likable and special person he was.  What beautiful eyes and a ready smile he had!

Margaret

My Condolences, Matt has been my friend since 7th grade, sweetest person, he will be missed.

Allan, I am so very sorry for your loss.  My heart breaks for you.  I have always been so moved by the love you too have shared.  I believe Matt is and always will be with you.  Your memories will be a comfort to you in time.  I will miss my taste testing buddy.

Thank you Mr, and Mrs. Demmie for raising such a wonderful person. I will miss Matt dearly and he will be in my thoughts daily. Such a wonder friend. My heart just aches for his family and all of his friends. Rest in peace sweet guy. Love you.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Allan and the entire Demmie family. I had the honor of knowing Matt from the time he was born. I will never forget when my best friend Laurie told me her Mom was expecting (Matt) a baby. Matthew you were a beautiful person on earth and I'm sure you already have your angel wings in heaven. Rest in peace, God Bless you. Ann (Gerald Way Neighbor)

Matthew touched my life in such a profound way that it will never be the same without him. I enjoyed every second of our friendship and I will miss him everyday, for the rest of my life.
Leslie James

Allan, 
We're so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. Even though it has been way to many years since we've seen you both, you and Matt have always been an inspiration and role models to Kren and I and I'm sure so many others. Thank you for reaching out to Kren and letting us know. Please know you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. With Love, Sam and Kren

I met  Matt when I was 12 years old. He was a friend of my sisters and I was the annoying little brother, but Matt always took the time to make sure  he knew me as well. He became my friend. Matt was a special person. You didn't need to see him all the time and when you did it was like you never missed a minute. Matt just had that special touch.  Allan you made Matts life so special,  he was blessed to have you. Cindy and I will miss you my friend, rest in peace.
John & Cindy

Matthew and I grew up together on Gerald Way.I have many fond memories of all the neighborhood kids on the block playing together.All the families on the street were very close.Great-Great memories.Rest in peace Friend.

If I ever knew a nicer and genuine person in this world it was Matt. I knew him since I was 14 years old.I recently connected with him on Facebook & was shocked to hear of his passing. Bless his family & friends in this sad time.

I remember Matt from my Spanish class in Markham Junior High. He was a beautiful person.

I was saddened to see Matt's obituary in the paper this morning.  Matt was always a happy, genuine, kind man.  I worked with him in the title business at various companies over the years and always found him to be well liked by everyone.  He had a wonderful sense of humor.  I am sorry to say I have not seen Matt in years and we lost track.  My condolences to Matt's family.

What a tragic loss for all who had the privilege of having known and loved Matt.  While it's been only a handful of times that I'd been lucky enough to see Matt and meet Allen in the many, many years since high school, those opportunities always left me feeling a little bit happier and joyful just seeing his darling face and listening to his stories.  I had the honor of being his Junior prom date and his date to the Crystal Ball...I count myself lucky to have wonderful memories of being in his presence.  My thoughts and condolences go to Allan and family and close friends who I know feel this loss so acutely.

Lisha and I just heard this morning about Matt's passing.  Allan, our heart's ache for you and your extended family members.  Our memories of Matt go back 30+ years (houseboat days).  I have always thought of Matt as one of the most genuine guys I have ever known.  It's difficult to grasp that he is no longer here.  Our deepest and most sincere condolences.  Craig and Lisha

I will miss Matt's presence in our lives and his big warm hugs and sincere thoughts.  Ok that is three but I am sure Matt will not mind!  I love you Matt!!!

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Matthew J. Demmie

October 22, 1961 – December 31, 2014

Oak Hill Funeral Home & Memorial Park

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