Matthew Linder

Matthew Linder obituary

Matthew Linder

Matthew Linder Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by U.C. Davis-Callahan Funeral Home & Aqua Cremation Center on Sep. 1, 2025.

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Matthew A. Linder, known affectionately as Matt to his friends and family, passed away peacefully in Morris. Born on January 31, 1986, in Clinton, Iowa, to Ricky and Debra (Smith) Linder.

Matt attended Morris High School, where he formed lasting friendships. His life was enriched with the birth of his daughters, Layla, Aleah, and Xyla.

Professionally, Matt was a valued employee at Costco in Morris.

Matt is survived by his loving mother, Debra; his devoted siblings, Bobbi (Aaron) Arias, Don (Lois) Linder, Steve (Rachelle) Linder, Eric (Ashley) Linder, and Nicole (Brandon) Kindelspire. He is also survived by his grandmother Georgia Null, along with aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ricky, with whom he now shares a heavenly reunion.

A celebration of Matt's life will be held on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Lions Park in Morris at 598 Michael Drive from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.

An online guestbook has been made for the family, where you may sign the guestbook, share memories and photographs. You can access this by visiting the website at www.ucdaviscallahan.com. Arrangements have been entrusted with U.C. Davis-Callahan Funeral Home, 301 W. Washington Street, Morris, IL.

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Deana & Xyla

September 2, 2025

Always & Forever loved Tho together we could not be, in my heart you always remained Our daughters have your smile & infectious laugh, both our wits & attitude too! I know your dad greeted u there No more pain, no more tearsNever will I let our daughters forget the love had, joys shared, & battles fought! Your Amazing Matthew Adam! I told you many times before & never we will forget Forever and Day, Til we Meet Again Deana & Xyla

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