Matthew Mohler-Kerns Obituary

Matthew Mohler-Kerns
1984 - 2013
It is with profound sorrow that Ross and Debbie Kerns announce the unexpected death of their oldest child, Matthew Mohler-Kerns. Matthew was tragically taken from his family on Monday evening, February 18th, in Boise, Idaho. He had been living in Boise since graduating from Boise State University and was planning to begin work on his MBA in the fall. A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 23, at 1:00 p.m. at the Alden-Waggoner Funeral Chapel.

Published by Idaho Statesman on Feb. 21, 2013.
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December 11, 2023

A life taken to soon. Rest In Peace dear Matt.

February 18, 2019

5 years and still missing you. Such a tragic and senseless loss. Our family will never be the same.

February 17, 2018

Still missing you Matty. It's still so hard to believe. Rest in Peace. A wonderful soul gone to soon.

April 13, 2016

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

November 28, 2015

August 3, 2015

August 3, 2015

August 3, 2015

D. Kerns

August 3, 2015

Debbie Kerns

July 31, 2015

Debbie Kerns

July 31, 2015

March 13, 2015

Thinking of u still miss u we will see u again

February 18, 2015

Two years ago today you went to your new home. The sadness still remains. You had such a bright future filled with hopes and dreams. In an instant that was gone. We love and miss you every single day.

February 18, 2015

Holidays have been forever changed for our family. Missing you and wishing you were here.

December 24, 2014

Sometimes when a soul leaves this earth we are more aware of what we have lost. Your family and friends know this to be true. Your absence is noticed and has had a profound effect on those closest to you. We all try to go on and try to remember not what was lost but what a kind and loving soul we had the pleasure of knowing. It's never easy but the gift of having you in our life was and is a wonderful blessing. In your short life here on earth you touched so many with your kindness, loyal nature and humor. May you rest in peace and know how much you were loved.

October 14, 2014

Still missing you Matty along with so many others

YKW

September 7, 2014

June 20, 2014

June 20, 2014

D Kerns

April 13, 2014

Debbie Kerns

April 13, 2014

April 13, 2014

Matty it's been just over a year since we lost you! I think about you daily, and I have dreams about all the good times and unforgettable laughs! You are such an unforgettable friend and I miss you soo much brother!! You may be gone physically, but you are so much alive in my heart and mind... I love you so much buddy!! T.J.

February 28, 2014

January 7, 2014

Matt,

You are missed so much. We love you.

December 24, 2013

Matt you are thought of every day.

November 15, 2013

Ross, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need. God bless.

John Rychlinski

March 14, 2013

Ross - My heart broke when I heard of your tragic loss. May God grant you the strength to get past this and rejoice in Matthew finding his way home to Him.

Mary Holmes

March 12, 2013

Ross, Debbie - I heard from Cynthia of your tragic loss - my heart goes out to you and all the family. Kathy Liddell

Kathy Liddell

February 26, 2013

Dear Mohler-Kerns family, I didn't know your sweet son, however, my heart is broken for your senseless loss. My God shower his love and healing on you at this time. Sincerely, D'on Waltermire

D'on Waltermire

February 25, 2013

Your family is in my prayers. May God heal your broken hearts.

julie billetz

February 23, 2013

I did not know Matthew but I have a 28 year old son and I am just heart broken over this senseless loss of your son. I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the family.

Debra Crowell

February 23, 2013

Ashley

February 22, 2013

Matt,

You my friend, will be greatly missed. Your quirky sense of humor and genuine compassion for those around you touched more than you can imagine. I will miss exchanging basketball stats and March Madness smack talk and many others things joked about in an all-in-good-fun nature. I have never been able to see a sweater vest and not think of you. You were a great person and my thoughts and love are with your family and other friends. Rest in peace Matty.

Ashley McCuistion

February 22, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Tom and Pam Mueller

February 22, 2013

I helped Matt with his home loan, he was so warm and friendly, I still remember his great smile. I will always remember such a nice young man that I had the pleasure of getting to know. It is a sad loss.
Eileen Zink

February 22, 2013

My wife and I had the pleasure of crossing paths with Matt while he worked at the Ram in Meridian. We always found him cheerful, engaging and hard-working. Our prayers go out for Matt and to his family. In his brief time on this Earth, it is clear how much Matt impacted those around him for so much good. May he rest in peace.

Tom & Melissa Couch

February 22, 2013

Matt,
I consider it an honor to be able to call you a friend. Your kindness, warmth and loyalty are rare qualities in this life. My heart and prayers go out to your family. You will be missed.

Daniel Holland

February 22, 2013

My heart breaks hearing the news of your passing. You made what could've been a boring summer school course at BSU into something enjoyable! I will miss your laughter, kindness and love for life. Thank you for being a friend to someone who needed it.

Rest in peace my friend. I pray for peace and comfort to your family.

Kim W

February 22, 2013

Although I'd met Matt, I didn't really know him. But I'm sure he must have been very special if he was Jeremy's friend. My heart goes out to his family and all his friends. His life was ended way too soon, but God's plan is not for us to know at this time.

Muriel Verdoia, Jeremy's grandma

Muriel Verdoia

February 22, 2013

I'm still at a loss for words. I enjoyed my time in school with Matt back in PF. My heart goes out to his family and close friends. A parent should not have to suffer through this. My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones at this time. You will be missed by many.

Amanda Stephens (Avery)

February 22, 2013

We all miss you my friend.

Cory

February 22, 2013

Matty,
You will be forever missed and forever loved. Rest in peace my friend.

Nikki Steekman

February 22, 2013

We will always remember your sense of humor and laughter and will never forget the time we were able to share with you here on earth. We will forever keep those memories in our hearts. We will all miss you...

The Strouds

February 21, 2013

Matt, I am truly greatful to have had the opportunity to work with you! I will miss seeing you at dutch brothers in the morning...and your charming smile and dorky ways!! love you Matt!! You will forever be rememberd!

Johnson

February 21, 2013

Matt,
I always enjoyed our conversations when I would see you at work. Although they were sometimes brief, you were always a good listener. You will be missed by many my friend. Rest in peace

Kevin Bolen

February 21, 2013

Matt, I am so thankful to have you as my college sweetheart. Even when we decided we were best as friends you were the glue that kept our relationship strong. Actually, you were the bonding component with most people... and now I have been given a whole new family because of your love. You are the friend I can only wish to be. I promised you I would make sure Heather was safe with me and I will continue my promise forever. Love,

Jessie Joye

February 21, 2013

May God bring you comfort in this most difficult time of sorrow. You will all be in my prayers.

Lorelli Ellis-Matz

February 21, 2013

You were the best I will miss you so much. It hard to believe you can talk so someone and them they are goneu. You will be in my heart and mind.

February 21, 2013

You were the best I will miss you so much. It hard to believe you can talk so someone and them they are goneu. You will be in my heart and mind.

February 21, 2013

Thank you for being the biggest dork in the world and making everyone smile. I'm so sorry you had to go. Rest in peace Weasel.

Laci

February 21, 2013

Matt's smile was biggest when he was around family and friends.You could see how proud he was of them and the love he had for them.God bless you Matt Kerns you will be greatly missed!

Joseph Fraps

February 21, 2013

My prayers to his family & friends during this difficult time.

Jessica Poole

February 21, 2013

Matty,
I am so lucky to have shared a friendship with a person as amazing as you. There will never be anyone who compares to you and your one of a kind personality. You were always there for us all in times of need, with your often humorous words of wisdom. You have touched us all with your amazing spirit. I will forever miss you and the laughs and kind words that you shared with us all. I love you kid, rest in peace.

Jeni Higgins

February 21, 2013

Oh Matt.... you will be greatly missed by Kasey and I! You had such a kind heart and were loved by many. We pray that God grants your family peace through this difficult time and that He would heal their broken hearts. Rest in peace, my friend.

Kasey&Raylynne Knopp

February 21, 2013

I havent seen or spoke with Matt since High School, but I remember him the exact same as everyone who knew him more recently describes. I have many great memories with Matt. This is a horrible tragedy with a life ovbviously taken too soon. My heart hurts for his family and friends.

RIP Matt

Megan Trombley

February 21, 2013

Our memories of Matt are from his Anchorage, Alaska days when he was just a little tow-headed guy. So many good memories of our children playing together. You are all in our thoughts and hearts.

Cherie Jernstrom

February 21, 2013

We always had such a great Time with you! Although not often due to living apart so far! Rest in Peace! Our thoughts are with your family. Love, Sandra, Claudia & Ricki (Vienna/ Austria - Europe)

Sandra, Claudia & Ricki Reithmayer

February 21, 2013

I just met Matt last week while he was visiting Seattle. He was wonderfully warm, kind, and funny. My deepest condolences to everyone who loved him.

June

February 21, 2013

wishing I could be there. Praying for you Matt and your family.

Nicole Inglis

February 21, 2013

Love and prayers go out to you and you're family. May you rest in peace love johnathon houser

johnathon houser

February 21, 2013

Matt was an amazing guy full of life and ambition. He will truly be missed by all that knew him. Matt will forever be in our hearts and in our memory.We love you.

Laura Vick

February 21, 2013

Love ya Matty!

Sean Maez

February 21, 2013

Matt, you were a great friend and I had the utmost respect for you. You were one of the kindest, most intelligent and loyal people I knew, and I'm very fortunate to have had you in my life. My sincerest condolences go out to your family and loved ones. Much love, and rest in peace.

Waylon Hannan

February 21, 2013

Matt was so amazingly driven. He had a remarkable talent to disarm a tense situation in an instant, and he always knew how to make you feel taken care of.

We call it the "Ramily" for a reason, everyone at the Ram is family. Today we have lost a brother, my heart and thoughts are with Matt's family. Peaceful Thoughts.

Jesse Bermensolo

February 21, 2013

A tragic end to such a youthful fun life. Matt will Truly be missed by all of us at Murphys. I am thankful for the time I got to spend with him. Blessings to his family and loved ones~ Love Julie Kuenzli~

Julie Kuenzli

February 21, 2013

I didn't know Matt but My son Toby was born on Feb 18th 1988. He would have been 25 this year. I lost him tragically on April 15th 2009, 4 years! Seems like yesterday and he was my best friend. A beautiful 6'10" Brown hair Blue eyed, 4.0 wonderful son. How my heart aches for you. This is my first day this week to feel good. I still have the Anniversary to go through. I will think of Matthew along with Toby. Please find peace!
Katie Burke-Friend of Dixie Z.

Katie Burke

February 21, 2013

Matt, you will be missed. You were a great fun loving person. Thanks for being my friend

Tim Mitchell

February 21, 2013

Matthew will be missed tremendously by his family, coworkers, and close friends. May God grant him Peace and Eternal Life in his Heavenly Kingdom. Uncle Chuck, Aunt Mary, and Elizabeth Mohler, El Paso, Texas

February 21, 2013

May God fill your hearts with love, and peace at this time. I loved watching Matt and his friends play ball in the street. He always had a smile and a kind neighborly wave. What an accomplished young man! Having a kind person like Matt and his brother live by me made me feel safe... He said, "if you ever need anything..I will come right over." I will miss the energy he brought to our neighborhood. He was so excited to live in brand new home! He was especially proud of the against code fence.. We followed the same path home each night. I will always remember him. If you need anything I am right across the street. When I hear the basketball bounce outside, I will think of my kind neighbor Matt. Blessings prayers and love to your family. Some days you have to just STAND .. that is all you can do.. STAND! You are supported.

Amy Cook

February 21, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. Matt was a really great guy and was so much part of our family. I know Kailee and Aaron thought of him as their brother and I as my grandson.He will really be missed.God bless and I will keep you in my prayers.Donna Malmquist(Sheri Roberge's mom)

Donna Malmquist

February 20, 2013

My heart and prayers go to your family during this tragic time. Matt was a good friend to Jeremy and will be missed.

Terri & Mike Voeller

February 20, 2013

Love you Matt! You will be missed by so many. We are living in a broken world and the Lord decided to call you home early....We will all be together again so please save us a seat ;)

Nicole Schaible

February 20, 2013

Matt- thank you for sharing your kindness and love. You will be forever missed.

Megan Spurny

February 20, 2013

So sorry Matt, you will be missed by,

Britney Blomquist

February 20, 2013

Having Matt be part of my kid's life as they grew up in Riverside Harbor was a blessing of the "never a dull moment" kind. I truly enjoyed having him hanging around the house with Zane. My heart goes out to your whole family. God Bless and give you comfort!

Danny Harmon

February 20, 2013

Matt you were a great friend, you are going to be missed by many of us. RIP buddy

Jeremy and Stephanie Blomquist

February 20, 2013

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