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Matthew Clair Obituary

Clair Matthew Age 46, of West Chester, PA passed away Monday, May 19, 2025 at the Chester County Hospital in West Chester. He was the loving husband of Mary Katherine Messner. Born April 14, 1979 in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of Christopher M. Clair and Helene G. Grogan Clair. Matthew grew up in Aston, PA, and graduated from Salesianum High School. He went on to earn his bachelor's degree from Albright College. He worked as a manager for Ace Hardware of West Chester, part of the family business. Matthew was a devoted member of St. Agnes Church in West Chester. He cherished time with his family and children, enjoyed running with his diet run crew, loved giving back to the community, working alongside his family, and spending time at the beach. In addition to his parents and wife, he is survived by his children, Christopher, Colin, Ellen and Casey; brother, Sean Clair, sister-in-law, two brothers-in-law, aunts, uncles, cousins and many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his Visitation on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 from 10:00 A.M. to 11:45 A.M. at St. Agnes Church, 233 W. Gay St., West Chester, PA 19380; followed by his Funeral Mass at 12:00 P.M. Matt lived is his life in color and would love if you wore bright colors (including Ace red). Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Gift of Life Donor Program. Arrs. by www.DellaFH.com

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on May 23, 2025.

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Winkie

June 8, 2025

Helene,
My heart aches for you and your family. It always struck me how much your children must love you to work and spend every day with you. What a wonderful mother you are to have that kind of respect and love especially from boys. I am crushed for you that Matt is no longer here with you physically but I do believe he's around you spiritually. He obviously made a huge impact in the community of West Chester and was loved by all. Thinking of you all, love Winkie

Colleen Tobinson

May 28, 2025

I am so sorry to learn of Matt´s passing. I always loved to say hello to him at the hardware store. I know he will be sorely missed. Love and prayers to all his family and friends.

Pauline and Bob Moritz

May 27, 2025

We want to express our sincere condolences to you and the family. We appreciated his friendship with our son Mark and the good years they spent together as teammates at Albright. Please also express our sincere condolences to Matt´s mom and dad. We enjoyed many conversation with them at Albright basketball games during Matt´s collegiate days. You have a beautiful family.

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233 W. Gay St., West Chester, PA 19380

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