Matthew passed away at Queen Alexandra, on Monday 12th january - aged 89 years.
He will be very sadly missed by his family, friends and all who knew and loved him.
Matthew's funeral service is taking place at Portchester Crematorium - North Chapel on Thursday 12th February - 11:15am.
After the service you are welcome to join the family at HEDCA, Elson, Gosport, to raise a glass in his honour and to remember him with love and affection.
Please feel free to wear something in honour of Matthew —whether it’s a colour he loved or anything that reminds you of him. It’s a simple way for us to carry his memory with us.
Donations in lieu of flowers can be made directly to Rowan's Hospice a charity close to Matthew, and his family's hearts.
Service
DATE AND TIME
Thursday 12th February 2026, 11:15am
ADDRESS
Portchester Crematorium - Portchester - Po16 8Ne, Upper Cornaway Lane, Portchester, Hampshire, PO16 8NE
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Committal
DATE AND TIME
Thursday 12th February 2026, 11:15am
ADDRESS
Portchester Crematorium - Portchester - Po16 8Ne, Upper Cornaway Lane, Portchester, North Chapel, PO16 8NE
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Reception
DATE AND TIME
Thursday 12th February 2026, 12:30pm
ADDRESS
H E D C A, Coombe Road, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 4JB
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