It's been the first holidays without you here physically. But I know you are everywhere. I would do anything to hear your laugh again, to talk about how messed up life was but we always had each other. And somehow, sometimes that was enough. Holidays without mom and dad have been hard for a while and I guess i thought I knew what to expect. But there's something so different about a sibling. There's this hole that can't possibly ever be filled cause who knows and understands you like your sibling. Raised apart but so similar. I'm struggling big brother and I just miss you so much, not many days pass that you aren't on my mind. I've been kinda frozen, trudging along but barely progressing. I know you want more for me and I'll get there, I promise. We are going to see Chad's (my partner) family in Kansas for Christmas. This was the year I was hoping you would be joining us for the first time. The universe had other plans. But you will be there ❤️ I love you. I hope wherever you are you are surrounded in love, peace, and with all of our loved ones. Until we meet again, I'll keep holding you close in my heart. I miss you real bad right now though. The world isn't the same without you here. It never will be. 

So long, "El Phantom Drummer". You were a big, goofy fixture at so many shows and I always enjoyed hearing about your adventures. Gonna miss you as part of our big Crumb family. Godspeed, amigo.  - Chippy

I got the privilege to help Matt at his home during his unfortunate illness. He was such a fighter and had a positive attitude! It was such a pleasure to get to know him if only for such a short period of time! My prayers are with all of his family and friends! I know I have missed him these past few months and always look for his car when I pass by his house! See you on the other side Matt and know you suffer no more!!  Jennifer 

Godspeed Mat.

Love and light.

Our mothers celebration if life

Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine

Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine

Suwannee Fest

Cracker concert

I am so sad to learn of Mat’s passing. Meeting him for the first time was like meeting up with a long-lost friend. Mat was welcoming, fun, funny and always looked out for others. Never a dull moment when hanging out with him!

My condolences to all who knew and loved him.

I gifted him a scarf I knitted for him, at a pre party before a Cracker concert.