Name: Visitation for Matthew Starr Byarlay
Start: 2016-03-04T19:30:00.000Z
End: 2016-03-04T21:00:00.000Z
Location: Cathedral of the Incarnation

BYARLAY Matthew Starr, Oct 27, 1965-Feb 29, 1965. Matthew Starr Byarlay passed away suddenly Feb 29th 2016. He was 50. Matt was a loving father and husband, a kind big brother, a consummate business professional and a mentor and true friend to all who knew him. His beautiful smile, quick wit and great humor, keen mind, generous heart and deep spirit inspired many people. Matt had a great love for music and attended many concerts and was such a fan of Bonnaroo his friends called him Matteroo. He also loved sports and gardening. Matt graduated from Woodford County High School in 1984, where he was a talented football player, a good student and senior class president. He then attended Transylvania University where he was a member of the Kappa Alpha fraternity. Matt graduated in 1988 and began a career in business finance. He married Cathleen Payne in 1991. Matt and Cathy moved to Nashville where Matt studied and earned a MBA from Vanderbilt University. Making their home in Nashville, Matt and Cathy had three children, Mitchell, Morgan and Rachel. Matt's business acumen and leadership abilities led him to become the top salesperson at Avondale Partners. Matt is dearly loved and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. His loss has left a great void in many hearts. He is survived by his loving wife, Cathleen Byarlay, his three awesome kids, Mitchell, Morgan and Rachel; his parents, Starr and LaVonne Byarlay; his brother, Ben Byarlay and his wife, Julia, their children Nick and Pamela; his sister, Patrice Byarlay and her children, Eve and Annika. He is also survived by his in-laws, James and Sharon Payne and sister-in-law, Lisa and her husband, Fran Morabito and their two children, Sydney and Olivia. A service will be held at St. Leo's Catholic Church on Sat, March 12th. Visitation will begin at 10am followed by a funeral Mass at 11am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Leo Catholic School, which Matt attended as a child.

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Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Mar. 11, 2016.

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36 Entries

Alan LAFER

April 5, 2016

I was a client of Matt. He visited with my wife and I in the Berkshire mountains in MA. We went to Saratoga during racing season. I will miss him.

March 14, 2016

So sorry for your loss. God is love. His love never fail. Love endures all things, hopes all things, believes all things and bears all things. 1 Cor. 13

Micki Hill

March 13, 2016

To the Byarlay family, the Hill family extends their sincerest condolences and prayers.

I have fond memories of Matthew growing up as a child at St. Leo's and in the Woodford County Schools as a fellow student-athlete. He was a great example of a kind gentleman. He will always be remembered as a beautiful and exceptional person.

May his memory be a blessing.
Micki Hill and Mr. & Mrs. Bill Hill(Versailles, KY/Madison, WI)

Tom Stone

March 10, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear about Matt's passing. I have fond memories of Matt from Owen. We took a trip to Costa Rica with Drew Herzog, and I caught a U2 concert with him in Foxboro. He spoke very fondly of Cathy and his family. This is a difficult loss. God bless his family.

Karen & Mark Rice

March 9, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

March 7, 2016

My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you, and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm". (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17)

Helen Close

March 6, 2016

Praying for comfort and peace for the Byarlay family and all of Matt's friends. Matt was a wonderful, caring, loving man. He will live in our hearts forever. May the wonderful memories of time spent with Matt fill your hearts with joy. Praying love will heal your hearts. Cathy, Mitchell, Morgan and Rachel, we are here for you. Rest in peace Matt.

Avondale Partners

March 4, 2016

At Avondale Partners we have lost our colleague, our partner, our friend. Matt has been an integral part of Avondale since our earliest days. To say that he will be missed does an injustice to the magnitude of the void he leaves at Avondale. All of us who worked closely with Matt know that he was a professional in every sense of the word. Matt covered a number of territories and accounts over the years, both at Avondale and elsewhere before. Wherever Matt had responsibility he would improve on conditions as he found them at the outset. Matt built strong relationship and did a wonderful job enhancing Avondale's brand and reputation. He leaves us big shoes to fill. From this day forward we will all miss his daily 8:29 a.m. call "Gentlemen, place your bets."

Matt and his family are in your prayers.

Mary Ann Champion

March 4, 2016

Our family has lost a husband and a father, a son and a friend to many. We are so very sorry for your loss. Willie, Mary Ann, Hanif and Ahmed.

Jim Braniff

March 4, 2016

My condolences to his family. I worked with Matt over the last 2 years at Avondale. He was a great Salesman and a good friend. He always had this happy-go-lucky attitude and stressed the importance of being with family and spreading the love! He will be missed and will always be remembered as a great person.

Bob and Angel Smedley

March 3, 2016

I am so sad to hear this news. Matt is remembered as a great friend from Transy and colleague at National City from way back when. To Cathy and his children - always know that your husband and father spoke of you lovingly and with great pride. Angel and I are very sorry for your loss.

Karen, Bridget, Caroline Lawrence

March 3, 2016

So very sorry. You will all be kept in our prayers.

Dee Jacobson

March 3, 2016

We have been lifting your family up to the loving Light. Prayers for your strength, peace and guidance during this incredibly difficult time. May your happy memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. The Jacobson Family Dee, John, Sara Jordan, Jake & Sophie

Steven Gold

March 3, 2016

My deepest sympathies. Matt was a colleague in the industry for years in the early-mid 2000s and was in a class of his own. He was the most genuine person I've ever met. For years since and to this very day, I have referenced, on literally dozens of occasions, Matt's words to me one time; that life is about enjoying and seeking memorable experiences, not material accumulation. He has had a profound effect on my outlook in life, that which I have already begun to pass along to my own children. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Gale and Janet Coplan

March 3, 2016

Condolences to the entire Byarlay Family.

Neil & Tiffany Boyken

March 3, 2016

Love and prayers Cathy

Lisa Whitaker

March 3, 2016

Our prayers are with your entire family & all of Matt's friends, past & present. I remember Matt's infectious smile from long ago while attending our small, Catholic Jr. High class (of 10 kids) at St. Leo's Catholic School in Versailles, KY. Also as a classmate with him at Woodford County High School I remember him in class as well as at church when he would attend celebrated mass at St. Leo Catholic Church on Sundays and seeing Matt with his mom & dad-Lavonne & Starr, and his siblings. Matt will be missed by so many. Out of sight but always in our hearts. Prayers are being offered to Almighty God for His ever-present mercy, peace, and unconditional love of your entire family. All of you, and the repose of Matt's soul, will be remembered in my daily prayers. "Eternal rest grant unto him O'Lord-and let Perpetual Light shine upon him."

Tony Staples

March 3, 2016

Deepest condolences to Matt's family, friends and colleagues. I was covered by Matt since 1997 and grew to consider him a friend. A true gentleman and a good person, all around. I consider myself lucky to have known him. Our team at Formula Growth wanted to extend our sympathies.

Vic Barbero

March 3, 2016

With deepest sympathy - wishing you peace and healing.

Yvonne Zavada

March 3, 2016

I was a classmate of Matt's at Transy and always thought he was the "real deal" so handsome, funny, smart and kind. I will be praying for you to cling to Jesus as you mourn his loss. Wishing you peace.

Mariesa Snell

March 3, 2016

Dear Cathy, Mitchell, Morgan and Rachel-
We were very, very blessed to have known your dear Matt/Father. His genuine kindness, easily shared smile and the obvious ways he showed his love for you all, make up all of our strongest memories. Matt's kind and sincere ways always made everyone feel like they had a friend in him.
We love you all and send our deepest sympathies and biggest hugs,
Mariesa, Patrick, Olivia, Colin and Brody Snell

David Santrock

March 2, 2016

Condolences on the passing of your son, brother, husband, father, our friend. Words cannot service our sadness and surprise on this untimely news

dan mccormick

March 2, 2016

Matt's legacy to me is that he was a good man; a great father and husband, and a hard worker.

I went to business school with Matt and we knew each other for 25 years professionally and socially.

He will be missed.

Peace,
Dan McCormick

Ashley Meier

March 2, 2016

Matt was so generous and it was always obvious how much he loved his family. He was a great neighbor and always had a smile when we saw him. My 8 year old daughter remarked on how well he "took care of the yard because he loved the earth and plants." We are so sorry for the pain of your loss but know that the love you shared will carry and sustain you until you are together again. You are such a beautiful family. God bless you, we love you all!

Heath Dotson

March 2, 2016

I will always remember Matt as a St. Leo Lion, Yellowjacket and friend. He was part of many childhood memories. Missed but never forgotten. There's another STAR in the heavens.

Sarah Concannon

March 2, 2016

Matt was a great mentor and friend at Equitable Securities. He was always so proud of his beautiful family. I'm so sorry for your loss and have you in my thoughts and prayers.

Don and Tina Payne

March 2, 2016

Cathy,
We are so sorry about Matt. We are praying for all of you. If you need anything please let us know.

Love,
Uncle Don and Tina

Brenda Kemper

March 2, 2016

Remembering Matt: He was a special friend to my son, Boo Kemper. Remember him as a leader in his class and an outstanding student...such a wonderful influence on all who knew him. The world will be less special without him and there will be a hole in our hearts. May God surround his family with loving arms for now and ever more.

Mary

March 2, 2016

Make the God of all give you peace and hope. So sorrow for your loss.

Stokes Peebles

March 2, 2016

We were fortunate to be Matt's neighbors for 11 years on Skyline Drive. Matt was a pleasure to be with because he was genuinely friendly. It was great to see him anytime, but especially at the Skyline 4th of July celebrations and Christmas party. We will miss him a lot.

Bobbie O'Neill

March 2, 2016

Praying for your family at this difficult time.

Love, Bobbie, Mark & Caroline

Bobbie O'Neill

March 2, 2016

Praying for your family at this difficult time.

Love, Bobbie, Mark & Caroline O'Neill

Crisman Boggan

March 2, 2016

Matt always exuded such positive energy, warm and friendly to strangers and friends alike. He always had something nice to say. His positive life force will be missed.

Pete Heckmann

March 2, 2016

I worked with Matt at Avondale for six years. He was a valued colleague and I considered him a friend. He will be deeply missed by his colleagues and friends. My thoughts are with his family at this time.

Kemberlee Friddle

March 2, 2016

Remembering with you, the life of Matt. wishing your Family hope in the mist of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain.

C Moore

March 1, 2016

I've known Matt since 5th grade @ St. Leo's . I cannot believe this has happened. Matt is part of so many memories. He will be missed. Love and prayers to his family, especially his wonderful parents.

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