Remembering Priorsfield Primary school days, along with Katy R and Jam. Carefree and fun. RIP Matty. Rich Blunt

So sorry to hear this very sad news ,just tragic and taken far too young. I have seen you a lot recently Matt , out on your lockdown walks...... we often seemed to be walking the same route and would stop for a chat ,usually by the castle RIP Sending love to all the family & you are in our thoughts .......Debbie ( was Cooke) and Rich Ward X

So so sorry to hear of the loss of Matthew. He was my primary school twin, the John travolta to my Olivia Newton John! A cheeky chap with a beaming smile. I haven’t had contact with him for 10 years or so and am sad that moment has now passed. I have thought so much about the childhood fun and mischief we had, wonderful carefree days that evoke memories that always make me smile. I’ll pause this afternoon to remember the happiness that Matthew brought into my early and teenage years. Much love to you all. Katy Robson

Over the years Matt grew from a lovely family playmate to a generous young man who would ferry us to an evening with Carol and Gordon. One of our abiding memories is of him putting up the Kenilworth Christmas lights, with a big beam on his face which was so much brighter than them. Lovely memories and more, Barbara and Graham.

Matt (and Adam) were in the cubs and scouts when i was one of their (young) leaders. Matt was always on the go and got away with a few things because of his cheeky smile. Such a sad loss far too young. Thoughts are with Carol, Gordon and Adam and their families.

Matt, I’ve been struggling to find words to express my sadness at your passing, as every time I think about you tears fill my eyes. We had some great times over the years (The Jewel on a Friday, Rugby on a Saturday, being photographed on Bournemouth beach, two car crashes and many more), but my first thought when I picture you in my head, from when we were young to the last time I saw you in 2019, is that wry, cheeky smile that was etched permanently on your face. And that is how I will always remember you. It was a joy to know you and call you a friend and for a few of us there’s one word sums it all up - pals. Glen Simpson

Matt, you became my first and best friend when I showed up in Kenilworth and enrolled at Priorsfield. We played football, rugby and fished together. We may not have seen each other in years but I will miss you mate. Rest well. Jam.

Such shocking news. Taken too young. Fair winds & calms seas Matty. RIP you will be missed x x

Matthew we had such fun memories of you in Kenilworth & Mudeford, you will never be forgotten, God be with you, Terry Alison & Family x

Such fond memories of growing up as neighbours, so many fun times and memories which I will treasure forever. Rest in peace Matt. xxx

Such incredibly sad news. Mat was a great lad with a lovely cheeky smile and always very sweet to me. My heart goes out to Adam and your mum and dad. Heartbreaking. X

Very sad news .. taken too young , RIP Matty Such a lovely chap xx

Goodbye my friend Matty. Thanks for being my first true best friend and best man at my wedding. Haven’t seen you for years but miss you so much. Rest now. Matty Belson

Taken too young. Many happy memories. Rest in paradise 💙 Kim

Can’t believe this - you were such a handsome cheeky chappy when I knew you!! RIP xxx

He will be truly missed!

Still can’t believe your gone matty, we had some great times as kids growing up, me you dale and Adam . And into our 20’s and 30’s memories that will last forever. Will miss you loads mate x

Shocked to see this, happy memories of water-skiing in Eastbourne with Matty and his family when we were kids, I lost my bangle in the sea!!! Rest in Peace x

Life is so short & so precious. We had some very very funny times together which will stay we me forever. Stu Insall & family x

Thank you for setting up this memorial to Matty. We hope that you find it a positive experience developing the site and that it becomes a place of comfort and inspiration for you to visit whenever you want or need to.

I am I and you are you, whatever we were to each other that we still are. Speak to me in the easy way which you always used. Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? Life means all that it ever meant, it is the same as it ever was.