Matthew Franklin “Matt” Southers, 47, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021.
Matt was born Feb. 4, 1974, in Hickory, N.C., and is a son of Franklin Douglas Southers, who survives him in North Carolina, and the late Lana Kay (Cline) Hartshorn.
Survivors include his wife, Brandy Sue Eddy Southers; two children, Kensley Celeste Southers and Kerigan Ollis Hayes; two stepchildren, McKenzie Pavalok and Sara Eddy; grandchildren, Ray, Mikena and Isabelle Martin and Kade and Weston Hayes; siblings, Kandice Southers Clay and her husband Ryan, and Tim Southers, his wife Amy and their daughter Kadee; and two stepsiblings Glenn Hartshorn and Tracy Hartshorn Robinson.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his stepfather, Derek Hartshorn, and several other extended family members.
He was a tinkerer and loved his job with Metro Properties in Morgantown. He was very skilled in his job and was looked to for his expertise to help wherever he could. Matt had a huge heart and would give the shirt off his back to anyone who needed it. He was always happy and could bring a smile to anyone’s face.
Remember Matt for his compassion, and his willingness to serve his fellow man. Do a good deed for someone who needs it and pay it forward.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the family has chosen to hold a celebration of his life at a later date.
Smith Funeral & Cremation Care of Westover/Morgantown is privileged to provide care and guidance to the family.
