Matt Masten

Matt Masten

Matt Masten Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 16, 2008.
MASTEN, Matt Thomas Matthew Matt Masten, 24, of Summerville, died Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at his residence. Funeral service will be held Saturday, May 17, 2008 at 1 o'clock at James A. Dyal Funeral Home, Oakbrook Chapel, 11000 Dorchester Road, Summerville. Burial will follow in Dorchester Memory Gardens, 11000 Dorchester Road, Summerville, SC 29485. Friends may visit at James A. Dyal Funeral Home, 303 South Main Street, Summerville from 6 until 8 o'clock Friday evening. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to: Dorchester Alcohol & Drug Commission, 500 North Main Street, Summerville, SC 29483. Matt was born October 7, 1983 in Charleston, son of William and Mary Jojene Masten. He attended Summerville High School. He enjoyed fishing and writing music. Surviving in addition to his parents are four sisters and one brother, Melody Cawiezell of Iowa, Bradley Masten of Illinois, Kaitlyn Amanda Masten of Summerville, Krystal Marie Lawson and Kendell Dawn McCoy, both of Ridgeville; five nephews and five nieces; grandmother, Shirley Atkinson of Orange Park, Florida; two uncles, William Edward Atkinson of Orange Park, Florida and Glenn Larry Atkinson of Charleston. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jamesadyal.com. Arrangements by JAMES A. DYAL FUNERAL HOME, 303 South Main Street, Summerville, South Carolina. Visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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June 5, 2008

Kerry & Donna Williamson posted to the memorial.

May 22, 2008

Kendall McCoy posted to the memorial.

May 20, 2008

Craig Smith posted to the memorial.

Kerry & Donna Williamson

June 5, 2008

Jojene and Bill,

Kerry and I are so sad to hear of the loss of Matthew. Nothing can ever replace the loss of a child, but wonderful memories in time will help to ease the heart' pain. We wish the entire family our best and our love for your slow recovery of your heartache.

Love you all

Kendall McCoy

May 22, 2008

Hey mommaand daddy, ya know i love you and i hope you make it threw this i know when i heard i i couldn't belive it i loved him he was my only brother that i saw almost everyday i love ya'll all so much i got to go im in school {but my teacher knows im on here}

love ya
Kendall

Craig Smith

May 20, 2008

My mom just told me about Matt. My deepest condolences ... I wanted to call but the number I have isn't any good anymore. Give me a call; 347-534-7237

Brenda Sweat

May 19, 2008

Jojene-
How the years have past so quickly. I cannot believe what Glen just told me. I hope you know I would have been there for you. I am so sorry for this great loss. I ran across a picture the other day of the children and cannot believe how old they are. PLEASE get in touch with me when you get a chance. My number is 607-1090. I love and miss you all so much. Let me know if there is anything I can do. Love Bob, Brenda, Robbie and Ricky Sweat

Ross West

May 17, 2008

So sorry to hear about your loss. Matt was such a nice young man. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Teresa Newby

May 16, 2008

Jojene,
I'am so sorry to hear of your loss, it has been a long time since we have seen one another. I can remember when Matt and Nicole played together. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kathy AKA: Mamma Dukes

May 16, 2008

You and Your family are in our prayers. I've known Matt on and off for the passed 6 years through my daugter and he could always make you laugh. God Bless You All.

David and Brooke Johnson

May 16, 2008

We are thinking of you and your family during this difficult time and sending our heartfelt sympathy. May God bless you!

nick, jaimei,tina,jim&family deguzman's

May 16, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Raye Ann Coward

May 16, 2008

Bill,

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know that we are all here to support you.

Sincerely,
Raye Ann

bruce work

May 16, 2008

Bill and Jo; may God bless you and keep you in this time of tragedy. Please do not hesitate to call if there is anything I can do for you.

Dave Pugh and family

May 16, 2008

Bill and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss,especially at such a young age. I only met Matt one time and he was a very polite and pleasent young man. My family and I will keep you in our prayers. May God Bless you and give you peace and comfort during this time of mourning.

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