Matthew-Davis-Obituary

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Matthew Davis

Smyrna, Tennessee

Aug 28, 1987 – Jun 13, 2025

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BORN
August 28, 1987
DIED
June 13, 2025
LOCATION
Smyrna, Tennessee

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Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Smyrna Obituary

Matthew Andrew Davis, age 37, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 13, 2025. He was preceded in death by his beloved grandparents, Thomas Dall and Madeline Vanderpool, Verbal Clinton Davis, and Opal Fisher, who undoubtedly welcomed him with open arms.


He is survived by his loving parents, Mark Sr. and Jeri Lynn Davis. He will be deeply missed by his brothers, Mark Davis (Myrna) and Jeffry Davis, as well as his cherished nieces and nephews, Elizabeth, Nathan, Cameron, Mallory, Madeline, Mariam, Caleb, Jasmine, and Brianna. He also leaves behind a host of aunts, uncles, and countless friends, all of whom were touched by his warm spirit and infectious smile.


Matthew was, without a doubt, the life of the party. His undeniable energy and genuine love for people made him a magnet for friendship. A proud 2005 graduate of Smyrna High School, Matt dedicated himself to the football team for all four years, embodying the true meaning of loyalty and camaraderie.


His career in the service industry, particularly his time as a General Manager at Toots and his travels for training, allowed him to shine as a natural leader and entertainer. Matthew had a gift for making people laugh and smile, and he approached every interaction with kindness and an open heart, never meeting a stranger. His memory will forever be etched in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.


Visitation will be Wednesday, June 18, 2025 from 5:00-7:00 PM at Woodfin Chapel Smyrna. Memorial service will begin at 7:00 PM with Bryan Bratcher officiating.


In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s research.

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Well, it's been a week since we saw you last. This is a hard one. I wish you would've told us. I wish we could've helped.

You are my kids Favorite Uncle, my favorite Brother in Law, and your Moms favorite Son. Thats a lot of Favorites.

While I was going through pictures for your Service I realized that your seat at my table will be forever empty. The questions about what I am cooking, and how much of this do I add will be no more.

We will Never Not Miss You,...

With a heavy heart, and way to soon, I find myself trying to say some words of comfort to Mark and Jeri Lynn and the Davis family.
Matthew was such a part of my life from the moment his beautiful soul was born. I have so many memories of his personality as he was growing up, his shoes, his turtle, fishing,my spiders, letting him drive my car when he was 10!! Hiding from us in racks of clothes while shopping and scaring us to death. Thank God for all the memories because we never knew how...

I only met Matthew when he was a child as my mother is close friends with Jerry Lynn. I have known Mark Jr and Jeff for years. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers

We never met Matthew, but we know Jerry Lynn through his Aunt Sheryl, who married Linda’s cousin Kelley, and is a very close friend of ours. It is clear that Matthew was a load of fun and a reallly well-loved fellow! Our hearts go out to you all. May he rest in peace and smile down on you. You have such a nice collection of family photos here! - Linda and Paul DeJongh, Chapel Hill, NC