Matthew Douglas Pineda
February 20, 1996 - January 13, 2021
Obituary
SUN PRAIRIE - Matt Pineda, age 24, of Sun Prairie passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, at his residence. He was born on Feb. 20, 1996, in Poway, Calif., the son of Joseph and Melani (Williams) Pineda.
Matt is remembered for his mischievous grin, a wit that kept everyone entertained and a robust zest for life. Whatever Matt was doing, he gave it his all, from adventures in the outdoors to video games. Gifted in archery and taekwondo, he was incredibly kind and generous beyond belief to all he met. He had a special love for big dogs and they loved him.
Matt’s youth was spent in the Sierra Nevada foothills and Colorado. As an adult he moved to Oregon and in 2018 to Wisconsin. He was deeply loved and gone too soon.
Matt is survived by his parents; brother, Jordan of Keizer, Ore.; sister, Carmen Bowen of Everett, Wash.; nephews, Elliot Bowen of Lake Oswego, Ore. and Dante Bowen of Everett, Wash.; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
There are no public services planned. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Chris Ryland
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Matt was such a passionate caring person. Enthusiastic in all he did giving it his all. Too young and too soon; he will be deeply missed. My prayers and live are with you all
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Yolanda
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I remember Matt’s mischievous, lopsided grin. He was always kind and was a hard worker. He would mow our lawn and even shovel our driveway. I loved giving him snacks because he had a good appetite. I thank God that our paths crossed in Arvada, CO. Yolanda
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Mary Jane Jimenez
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Sending love and prayers to ease your suffering.
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Konnie R. Waters
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Melani, I am so so sorry for you and your family. I am praying for the Holy Spirit to comfort you every day. You are a very strong woman and I know you will get through this. Keep trusting God. Remember, no one dies one second before God has ordained. He is the potter, we are the clay. I love you. Konnie
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Judy Kennedy
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I'll never forget the look on Matt's face when I joked about using a taser on disobedient children. He was so fun!
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Lisa
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I am so very sorry for the loss of your son. I became friends with Matt when he joined us as a mechanic at Bell Labs in Windsor WI. I have sons that are around his age so there was an instant connection. The first day I met him I told him he was going to know my name very quickly as it seemed every machine I would work at would break down. Lol! He soon found out that was true....instead of calling for a mechanic over the radio....they would call for a "Code Lisa" and he'd come running! He's always tell me to stop breaking s**t! Lol I loved seeing his infectious smile and bright eyes. I was off of work when I heard the news of his passing and was devastated. He has been extremely missed by myself and others he touched. I have 4 boys of my own, so my heart goes out to you and your family. 💔 God Bless and God Speed 🙏