Matthew (Matt) W McKinstry

Matthew (Matt) W McKinstry

Matthew (Matt) McKinstry Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jun. 26 to Jun. 28, 2023.
Matthew (Matt) W McKinstry Collierville - Matthew (Matt) McKinstry passed away from cancer on June 7, 2023 at the age of 55. Matt was the most loving and devoted husband, dad, papa & friend. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Anne, daughter Rae Ormanoski (Brandon), sons Matt (Madison) & R.J., grandchildren Jase & Payton Ormanoski. He also leaves his mother Evelyn Sandon, brother John McKinstry (Kim), niece Riley & nephew Garrett.

The greatest treasures of his life were his children & grandchildren. Matt absolutely loved to go fishing. His happiest days were with his family at the lake.

A funeral Mass will be held on Monday, July 10 at 11:00 AM at the Catholic Church of the Incarnation, Collierville, TN.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to The American Cancer Society.

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