Matt was born and raised in Glasgow, Scotland as an only child. Matt spent many years continuing his education through his PhD. He lived in multiple places in Scotland, England and Canada until finally settling in Cupertino, California in 1967
Matt worked for Lockheed Missiles and Space Division for 37 years before retiring and moving to Aptos.
Matt was very involved in youth athletics while his own children were competing, as well as for many years after. He was part of a group that was instrumental in bringing soccer to Cupertino. Matt gave of his time to coach, as well as organizational boards in youth soccer, ice hockey and softball.
Survived by loving wife Anne, "Dad" to Stephen (Jenna), Ali (Terri), Janice (Hoss), Christopher (Dana) and Nori (Jay), and "Granda" to Chantal, Bret, Iain, Connor, Colin, Victoria, Sydnie, Ryan, Madeleine, Callum and Matt, Great-grandchildren Melodie and Declan
He was a very loving and committed husband, father, friend and mentor.
A special thank you from our family to the entire staff at Aegis of Aptos Assisted Living for their around the clock care and support of both Matt, and Anne.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Hospice of Santa Cruz County... https://www.hospicesantacruz.org/donate/
A celebration of Matt's life will be scheduled at a future date.