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Matthew Griesheimer Obituary

Griesheimer, Matthew L. Tues., June 11, 2013. Beloved son of Karyn (nee Reitz) and Michael Pettit; loving brother of Melody (nee Griesheimer) Brisbine and Michael (Laurie) Griesheimer; special friend to Danette Downing; dear uncle of Jonathan and Alexander Griesheimer; dear grandson of Jack Reitz and the late LaVerne Lee Hames and John and Margaret Pettit; our dear nephew, cousin and friend to many. Matt was an avid sports fan who loved his family and friends. He lived life to the fullest and was a wonderful person inside and out who always found positive in everything around him. Services: Funeral from KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL, 10151 Gravois, Sat., June 15, 11am. Interment Park Lawn Cemetery. Visitation Fri., 3-9pm.

Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Jun. 14, 2013.

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Seth T.

October 31, 2020

Matt you were and angel on earth just as you are an angel in heaven!

July 9, 2014

I'm very sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and the family.

Danette Downing

August 23, 2013

Dear Matt, I have meet someone and he is good to us, just like you were and I still miss and care for you everyday :-*

Danette Downing

July 26, 2013

I still and always miss you my soul mate ;(

Father of Matthew

Dale Griesheimer

July 25, 2013

I will miss you greatly, son. I wish we could have spent more time together. Love you and see you when I get to heaven.

Mom And Dad

July 14, 2013

It broke our hearts to lose you
But you did not go alone
A part of us went with you
The day God took you home.
If tears could build a stairway
And heartaches make a lane,
We'd walk our way to heaven,
And bring you back again.
In life we loved you dearly,
In death we love you still,
In our hearts you hold a place
No one else could ever fill.

July 9, 2013

to Karyn and family;
I didn't hear of Matt's untimely passing until weeks after, I am so sorry for your loss....it is my belief you will only be away from him for this short mortal existence, and will be with him again for eternity....God bless you all.

Barb Morris

mellie

July 6, 2013

I keep losing my mind. I miss my older brother.

Vince Mizerany

July 1, 2013

To Karyn, and the entire Reitz Family. I'm very sorry for your loss. I never had the pleasure of meeting Matt, but I know he was a kind and generous person, because he was a member of a such a wonderful family.

June 30, 2013

It won't seem right without Matt around... he was always the first to come up and greet us at family get-togethers...

June 30, 2013

Matthew was special person in our family....always wanted to talk to everyone at a picnic, tell stories and jokes when we were together, always, always had a smile on his face. We will miss him terribly.
His Aunt Jeannie and Uncle Jim Meyer

Danette Downing

June 25, 2013

I love you Matthew Lars Griesheimer

Danette Downing

June 25, 2013

Matt the love of my love, my soul mate, I miss you and love you so dearly for ever and ever. I miss you everyday, I will never stop thinking about you till the day we meet again my soul mate Matthew Lars Griesheimer :-)

Heather Ormsby

June 24, 2013

Matt you were such a wonderful man. I will always have love for you. You taught me how to smile and have fun again. I will never forget what you did for me and my girls. I love and miss you very much.

jessica hurst

June 24, 2013

Rest in Peace...love you

tina wunderlich

June 24, 2013

May you forever Rest in Peace my dear friend!

melody brisbine

June 24, 2013

I am sad and hurting. Please.....

Shannon K

June 20, 2013

Matt was such a sweet, kind and gentle person I will miss seeing and talking to him. He always had a smile on his face and I am saddened by this horrible tragedy. Thoughts and prayers are with him and his family!!

Bob & Joy Laschober

June 19, 2013

My husband & I were acquaintances of Matt. Whenever we saw Matt he was so friendly and kind to us. Many times he would sit and talk to us while we ate at various restaurants around the Fenton area. He was always happy and loved life. We were so sorry to hear of the tragic loss. May you be comforted by the Lord at this sorrowful season in your life.

June 19, 2013

I just wanted to say I'm sorry for your loss. I knew Matt well through a family friend. He would always grab my hand and ask me how I am. He knew when I was sad and would check on me to see if I was ok. He would also ask me if I was mad at him and tell me he was sorry if he made me mad. When I heard about the accident I felt so bad for him. Once I found out it was Matt, I was and still am loss for words.

Rick and Shelly Mayhew

June 16, 2013

We talked to Matt many, many times over the years and always had fun visiting with him. We are sorry for your loss. We will miss seeing him.

June 16, 2013

So sorry for your familys loss .Matthew will always be remembered as he has touched all of our hearts .

Sherry

June 16, 2013

We're going to really miss you, Matt

Sherry Shaw

June 15, 2013

I have been overwhelmed by the Love and Support extended to my sister, Karyn Pettit (Matthew Griesheimer's mom), her husband Mike, their children Melody and Mike and her entire family during these last, nearly unbearable and unbelievable, 5 days. You may think it was a small gesture...it wasn't. It has been absolutely monumental in helping them and the entire family get through the early days of this horrific event. Each and every one of you who took the time to leave Facebook comments, support, words of encouragement, stories of your encounters with him, STLtoday Legacy messages in his guest book, attend his wake, his Memorial service, made phone calls, displayed special Memorials for him, made motions in memory of him, sent emails, text messages, shared thoughts and memories, expressed your grief and loss and acknowledged ours, we Thank You from the bottom of our hearts. The buzz that was heard around Fenton and surrounding towns made its way to our ears and our hearts and was more comforting than words can express. It is clear that Matt was a special, one-of-a-kind young man who deeply cared about people and made it a priority to let them know that not only did their lives matter to him but also doing whatever he could to brighten their day. If Matt continues to live through all whose lives he touched in his short 34 years, this world will become a much better place than it was on June 11th, the day he left it. Thank you all. For lifting his family during this time when taking the next step forward seems unimaginable. Hearing of the impact he made on so many peoples lives gave his family the strength that was needed today as we gathered to tell him Good Bye, for now.
Aunt Sherry (Sher Bear to Matt)

Rusty & Peter Fender

June 15, 2013

Karyn and Mike,
We're so very sorry to hear about Matt. I can remember him playing at the Memorial day picnics and him escorting us down the aisle at your wedding.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

love the Leffew Family

June 15, 2013

Thoughts and Prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Know Matt is looking down on all of you and will always be with you.

Melissa Nickel

June 15, 2013

First I would just like to say I am so sorry for your loss. I have known Matt for a little over 4 years now. He would always come into my store ( value village) he would always make it a point to come find me and tell me hello, shake my hand, talk for a bit, an ask me your not mad at me.... We still friends. As I sit here and write this I can still hear his sweet voice, see his smile and think to myself god had received another great angel. Matt you will never be forgotten by my employees or myself. I pray that you are at peace my friend! Thank you so much for bringing your kids and wife in to meet me Sunday! I hope they can find peace at this difficult time.

Tiffany Boever

June 15, 2013

Matt was a kind and gentle soul. I will always miss him for he was a great source for Cardinals updates. I will miss you, my dear cousin. Tell everyone in heaven hello for us.

Mary A

June 14, 2013

What an outgoing and always positive guy. Matt now you can walk the highway in heaven. Always happy

Joe Overstreet

June 14, 2013

I will never forget Matt's smiling face and good humor. He will
Never be forgotten.

The HELLE Family

June 14, 2013

We have known Matt for a number of years.He always had a smile on his face. He would always go out of his way to say hello, make us laugh, and ask us how we were doing. Always so sweet and kind. He will truly be missed. Matt holds a special place in our hearts!

Janice Jackson

June 14, 2013

I remember Matt as a student at McCluer North; he was always so caring and sweet, a teacher's delight. I am so sorry for your loss.

June 14, 2013

Matt came into Fenton Best Buy and was known by many employees. He was always nice and very pleasant to talk to. Our deepest sympathies go out to his family and friends. Sincerely, Fenton Best Buy Crew

Marianne Fox

June 14, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Matt a long time ago at the old Wendy in Fenton. He will always hold a special place in my Heart.

larry melton

June 14, 2013

matt was such a nice fellow.my family has known him for about 15 years.I will sure miss seeing him around town.our prayers are with his loved ones. sincerely,larry melton and family.

Catherine Price

June 14, 2013

Peace and Prayers

June 14, 2013

I just wanted to send my condolences to Matthew's family. I do not know him or anyone in the family... I just heard about the accident. I pray that Jesus is with all of you during this difficult and sad time and that you find strength and healing through His love.

Allen, Charity, and Tyler Wilson

June 14, 2013

Our condolences go out to my friend Mellie and her entire family. We are very sorry for your loss and pray for your strength.

Doug and Judy Rowden

June 14, 2013

We knew Matt from going into the Bread Company he always enlightened our day. We our so sorry for your great loss. He is up there watching over all of us now and smiling down as he was always smiling every time we saw him.

Jennifer Housewright

June 14, 2013

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Matt was such a sweet,caring, loving person. He befriended me when he worked at the school and we remained friends. He had an infectious smile that lit up a room. He will be missed by many.

Mary Elliott

June 14, 2013

I worked with Matt in High School and found him a wonderful, positive person with such a big heart! He was a friend to my children! My prayers are with you in this loss. He will be missed.

Chrissy Johnson Springleaf Financial

June 14, 2013

We will miss his smile, hand shakes and simple hellos. We are a small business in ole town Fenton and always enjoyed his frequent visits. My prayers go out to his family and friends. He will be missed dearly.

The Walls

June 14, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. We will miss seeing him walking. We are neighbors on woodway circle.

June 14, 2013

Melanie, This is such a shock. I know how close you were to Matt, and I hope that special bond will bring you comfort during these sad days. Love to you and your family.

Carol Jessen
Brentwood, Missouri

Tiffany Hasenbeck

June 14, 2013

Rob and family, I am so sorry about the loss of Matthew. God bless you all at this time and prayers to all of you...

Chris Bright

June 14, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Matthew many years ago and never did I see him anything but happy, friendly, and courteous to others. I hope you find comfort in knowing how much he was liked and loved by others. I pray for God to hold you close.

June 14, 2013

Melody, This is a shock. I know how close you were to Matt. I hope that special bond will be a comfort to you in this sad time. Love to you and your family.

Angie Rice

June 14, 2013

Melody I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Find strength in each other. May God give you comfort and peace.

melody brisbine

June 14, 2013

My older brother, 19 months apart, sweet and funny guy. I Will never ever forget you. I love you, big bro.

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