Matt passed away, unexpectedly, Wednesday, October 4, 2023 in Otsego.
He was born August 31, 1987 in Plainwell, the son of James “Tom” and Christine (Pomeroy) Boyett. Matt graduated from Otsego High School in 2005. He worked at various manufacturing companies over the years and was currently working at Safari Circuits in Otsego. Matt enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, hiking and biking.
In December 2006 he married Jessica Baptiste in Otsego. Although their marriage ended in divorce, Jessica remained the love of Matt’s life and together they welcomed their son, Elliot into the world in 2007.
Surviving are his parents, Tom and Chris Boyett; son, Elliot; sister, Jenifer Rantz of Kalamazoo; nephew, Oliver Rantz and grandmother, Sandy Pomeroy.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jayne and Jim Boyett and David Pomeroy.
According to his wishes cremation has taken place.
A celebration of Matt’s life will be held on Saturday, October 14, 2023 from 1 to 4PM at the Gun River Conservation Club.
Contributions in memory of Matt may be made to Gryphon Place or an education fund for Elliot.
Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.
Mike & Chris VanDenBerg
Chris, tom, Jen and family,
So sorry for your loss.
You will be in our thoughts and prayers as you navigate this difficult journey.
Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you during this difficult time.
Chris
Thank you
Cindy McDonald
I am so saddened by the loss of your son. My thoughts and my light are with you all in this time of grief and mourning.
Bless you all in the spirits name.
Jeff & Laurie Marculis
We’re sorry for your loss, thinking of you all. May your memories bring you peace
Kay Snyder
Chris , Tom and Jen.
Larry and I send our condolences to you all along with being in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Chris
Thank you Kay and Larry
Jan Jameson
My sincere condolences,Tom and Chris and family.
Chris
Thank you Jan
Sherri Hahn
This truly breaks our hearts. So very sorry for the loss of Matt. Many memories have been made with the Boyett family. The Hahn, Sinkler and Chudeckee families are all sending our deepest condolences.
Chris
Thank you Sherri, Chuck, Stephanie and Audrey
Erin Brouard
Sending my love to the Boyett family
Chris
Thank you Erin
David Verploegh
I had went to school with Matt and remained friends with him even back in our care free days of riding our box bikes everywhere from plainwell to otsego all day and night not a worry in the world and I’m glad that when I think back about Matt and who he was to me I don’t think of our partying days or any bad memories and for that I’ll cherish those memories forever.
Chris
Thank you David
Lois Zimmerman
Chris, Tom, and Matthew’s family(s), I am so very sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad time!
Chris
Thank you Lois
Ruby (Conley) Rogers
Jessica and Elliot-
We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Sending prayers of comfort.
Ruby (Conley) and Jeremy,Alan,Ceana Rogers
Chris
Thank you
Cheryl Baptiste
To the entire Boyett family and extended family , as well as Elliot and Jessica, I am so very sorry for your loss. May all the good memories you have with him give you some comfort in your grief. Sending prayers for all of as you navigate this huge loss.
Chris
Thank you
Mary
So sorry for your loss
From Chandler Smith family
Chris
Thank you
Elmo
Forever riding BMX
Sean Baptiste
Sending all our love and condolences to Jessica, Elliot, and the entire Boyett family. You are in our prayers.
Chris
Thank you
Mary K
Jessica, Elliot, and all those that love Matt:
We are truly sorry for the loss of Matt. May you find strength in each other during this difficult time. Please know we are here for you all.
The Kogler Family
Mary, Matt, and Layla
Roxana Bradshaw
Am so sorry for unexpected loss of Matt. I worked at the Otsego party store..aka shoups. Matt and all us girls chatted with him . He had a big heart and he loved loved his son and Jessica. So sorry for loss. RIP my friend.cherish the memories
brad seekman
Tom and Chris,
Words cannot express the sorrow. Our condolences for your loss and may he find peace.
Brad and Kim
Chenelle Betzner
Remember Matt as a great person and funny, RIP gone too soon!
Ikeca Betzner
So sorry for your loss. Sending love to the family
Cindy Shoemaker Snyder
Tom, Chris, Jen & Matt’s family. I’m so sorry for your loss. Keep your memories of Matt forever in your heart. I will keep you all in my thoughts. May peace be with you.
Lisa Shea
It was a pleasure working with you Matt, you will be missed. This place will never be the same. My condolences to the family.
Joan and Don Adams
Prayers for the family in this time of sorrow. Matt you will be missed.
Toccara
My deepest condolences to Jessica, Elliot and family. RIH Matt, it’s been years but I will always remember you as a great person who was fun to be around.
Helen Haight
I am so sorry for your loss Chris. Sending prayers for you and your family. ❤️
Sally Cook
Chris & Tom. This breaks my heart. He was always so quiet and never drew attention to himself but always, always had a smile for me whenever I saw him. I hope you find peace and I wish you comfort.
william bower
Miss you Matt. Maintenance dept at safari not quite the same. Sometimes we laughed, sometimes just quiet together. My prayers and concern for your family.
Brenda Kling
Hey Tom and Chris, I am sorry for your loss.I will be praying for you guys. If you need anything let me know.
Brenda Kling
Melissa Mckee
Sending love and cherished memories to the family.
Joel Hallorn
To Matts family
I am so sorry. Matt was a great friend and I am happy to have spent the time with him that we had. Those were some of the happiest moments of my life. He was a simple man, loyal to his friends, funny and a super genuine person. I think back often to all the good moments we had. Not a care in the world as long as we had our bikes nearby.
This saddens me, and I hope and wish you all can make it through this terrible situation without too much grief.
Rest in peace Mcracken.
Chris Boyett
Thank you Joel. You were a great friend to him.
Brian Tice
My sincere condolences to Matthew’s family! I coached him in Little League years ago and remember him as a great kid and a team leader even in elementary school! May his memory forever be a blessing to all who knew and loved him!