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Mathew Perlot Obituary

Perlot, Mathew Murray 76 April 05, 1936 Oct. 05, 2012 Mat Perlot, 76, of Scottsdale, Ariz., was born in Portland and was raised in Portland and Welches. He served in the Army as an MP and paratrooper. After an honorary discharge he worked for Thurlow Glove Company and then Columbia Sportswear as a production supervisor. In 1968 he left Portland to start his own outdoor clothing manufacturing company. After getting Western Trails established in Bend, he left the garment business for the recreational vehicle business. He started with Beaver coaches then Monaco and Country Coaches as the marketing manager. He then went out on his own and started Safari Motor Coaches. Safari Motor Coaches eventually became SMC Corporation and included Beaver Coaches and Harney Coach Works. He also established Silver Creek Ranches of Oregon, LLC in Riley, where he ran cattle and grew alfalfa. Mat is survived by Connie Perlot; sisters, Marianne, Leila and Susan; brother, Jerry. He had four sons from first wife, Mary Ann (Bernert). Sons, Mike (Kathy), David, Gordon and Martin (Myra); grandchildren, Chris, Robert, Taylor, Danielle, Peter, Molly, Greg, Little Mat, Justin, Brianna and Shay. Mat was preceded in death by his father, Leonard; mother, Muriel; and sister, Jan. In retirement Mat lived in Arizona and spent time in Mexico and Alaska where he would entertain friends and family on his fishing boat. He was always orchestrating the next great fishing adventure. Through his long stay at the hospital at the end of his life, he was jovial and doing his best to entertain visitors. Mat was always very giving. He paid for the college education of several of his employee's children on the ranch and in Mexico and was a generous entertainer. Memorial services will be Saturday, Nov. 10, 2012, 11 a.m. at Niswonger-Reynolds Funeral Home in Bend. More information and guest book can be found at gatewaylittlechapel.com. The family wishes any donations be made to Wounded Warriors. Mat's fish camp is closed. We will miss it very much.

Published by The Oregonian on Oct. 21, 2012.
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Ole Olsen

November 3, 2012

Our 2430 1995 Trek changed our lives immeasurably and our 2007 is a dream and envy of many. The travels and friends made along the way are priceless, all thanks to a new way to travel! We have never towed, no need. Thanks Matt for your wonderful bed idea that made the Trek unique. Will never forget the delicious steaks you grilled for us at the great rallies. God bless the Safari family for making it all possible.

Marty & Kit Carson

October 31, 2012

To The Perlot Family, I wish to express my sympathies to you all for your loss. "Draw close to God, and he will draw close to you." James 4:8

T. L. Williams

October 27, 2012

Charlene Owen

October 25, 2012

You will be missed.

Your friends at Perlot Farms:
Shirley Hellberg
Marjorie Buckshnis
Rose Marie Laurs
Georgia Butterfieold

Shirley Hellberg

October 24, 2012

I know that Terry and I are only 2 of many very grateful friends to have known you, Mat, and we were honored by your friendship and loyalty in so many ways.

McFerrin's

October 23, 2012

Your family's in my thoughts and prayers.

Joyce Bearden

October 22, 2012

Thank you so much for all that you did for me and my family Mat!! I was so proud to sell your Safari Motor Homes and reap your rewards, from Steak and Lobster to spending a great fishing trip with you in Alaska! You were one of a kind and will be missed by all!!

John St.Sauver

October 22, 2012

GO GENTLE INTO THE GOOD NITE

DUDLEY HILL

October 22, 2012

I remember Matt showing Herb, Mike J., Jim H. I believe and myself his initial "set-up", in a warehouse that is know part of Bi_Mart, I think. Was a wet, cold windy night & I remember thinking "this guy has some big ideas!" Was in '85 or '86 I think. My mind was on Guaranty's Used Truck Lot I was getting started. I did not see or understand the potential, let alone the looming business explosion, just around the corner. Matt not only understood, he created it, took advantage of it and walked away a true winner.

Brad Fisher

October 22, 2012

Mat:

You will be missed by so many. I will always appreciate your generous hospitality. Thank you Mat.

Mike Koza

October 22, 2012

Matt hired me at Western Trails in the late 70's while I was still a college student. It was my first real job opportunity and I learned a lot from him. It was the break that launched my career. He was always gracious and supportive. He will be remembered. My sympathies to the family.

Bruce Barrett

October 22, 2012

I wish you the best in your journey across the heavens. May it be your best road trip ever my friend. We will miss you dearly and thank you for some of life's greatest experiences.

Tim Jones

October 21, 2012

I wish you fair winds and following seas, my friend.
Semper Fidelis,
Jim Mackin

Jim Mackin

October 21, 2012

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