Mpls, Minnesota
Matthew Nelson Byers, age 35, of St. Louis Park, MN, passed away January 1, 2011. Survived by wife, Janine and dogs, Emerald ad Bruno; parents, Donnie & Bill of Overland Park, KS; brothers, David (Andrea) and Christopher; parents-in- law, Jerry & Patrice Peterson; brother- in-law, Jeff;...
Read MoreMy thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I remember David, Matt and Christopher from elementary school. It warms my heart to read about some of his accomplishments-the greatest being the friends, family and mentors he so positively influenced. I am so sorry for your loss.
Karen Carns
February 02, 2011 | Kansas City, MO
I'm very sad to hear about Matt's passing. He was a wonderful person who brought joy and and laughter to those who had the fortune of knowing him. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Navin Kumar
January 17, 2011 | Seattle, WA
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Matt Byers. His infectiously positive attitude, laughter, energy and willingness to give were unparalleled. I had the honor of working with Matt for my first year at General Mills on Gold Medal Flour and I never had so much fun. He would stop by and tease me every day about the price of spring wheat - he always found a way to make stressful times easy and liven up any situation. I am honored to have known him and am smiling through tears thinking of...
Christina Zwicky
January 14, 2011 | Denver, CO
Words can't express the sorrow I feel for Matt's family right now. I just hope you lean on each other during this tough time. God bless you.
Kevin Farley
January 13, 2011 | Olathe, KS
I didn't work that much with Matt in Reed City but I had the chance to meet and talk with him during the R&D tests at the plant. Matt was always full of energy and made my visits there comfortable! He will be greatly missed.
Ron Girard
January 13, 2011 | Buffalo, MN
Janine and family: What a beautiful visitation and funeral. Matt was such a special soul and will be dearly missed by so many people. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your terrible loss. Remember all of the good times you both shared together.
Shirlee Sherkow
January 11, 2011 | St. Louis Park, MN
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Stephanie Bastyr
January 10, 2011 | Hannibal, MO
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
A Lawson
January 10, 2011 | Brooklyn Center, MN
Janine & Family,
My heart aches for you and your family. My prayers for finding peace & hope in the midst of this terrible loss. I have only known Matt for a short time (~2 years) through work. He was someone who immediately felt like a long time friend...
Brad Honold
January 10, 2011 | Bloomington, MN