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Matthew Schlageter, 50, a resident of Cleveland, TN passed away on February 14, 2026, in a local hospital. He was the son of Carl and Kristy Schlageter.
He is preceded in death by his son Austin Mark.
In addition to his parents, he leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving wife Erica Schlageter, four children Chassity, Houston, Alexis and Mattie, two stepchildren Madeline and Gracey, siblings Carl III, Lauren and Samatha along with their families, numerous other extended family members and a host of special friends.
A Remembrance of Life Service will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 7 PM at the Echoes of Mercy Baptist Church with the family receiving friends from 5-7 PM prior to the service.
You are encouraged to share a memory of Matthew and/or your personal condolences with his family by visiting his memorial webpage and guestbook at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home of Cleveland is honored to assist his family with these arrangements.
2412 Georgetown Rd NW P.O. Box 5057, Cleveland, TN 37311

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Feb
28
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Echoes of Mercy Baptist Church
515 Durkee Road Southeast, Cleveland, TN 37323
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsFeb
28
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Echoes of Mercy Baptist Church
515 Durkee Road Southeast, Cleveland, TN 37323
Send FlowersBook nearby hotelsServices provided by
Companion Funeral & Cremation Service - ClevelandOnly 4 days left for delivery to next service.