With great sadness, we announce the loss of Matthew Smith on April 17, 2023.

Matthew Cole Smith was born and raised in King George County, VA, where he spent his entire life, eventually working alongside his family at their body shop. It was there that he discovered his passion and talent for painting cars. He was a kind and caring individual, with a gentle and quiet soul, who enjoyed gaming, animals, and good chicken tenders with french fries.

Matt is survived by his mother and father, Mike and Beverly Smith. He will be forever remembered by his siblings, Mikey and his wife Samantha Smith, their children Cohen and Graysen; Mark and his wife Jo-Ellen Smith with their child Remington; along with his beloved Nanny, Virginia Brooks; grandmother Shirley Smith; and countless aunts, uncles and cousins who loved him dearly.

Matt was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Dudley ”Bucky” Smith and Herbert Brooks.

His untimely passing has left a devastating impact on all who knew him. He had an immeasurable heart and cared deeply for those around him, leaving a lasting impact on many lives.

A service to celebrate Matt’s life will be held at Storke Funeral Home, King George on Tuesday, April 25 at 12 noon followed by interment at Falmouth Cemetery (corner of Carter St and Butler Rd). The family will receive friends at the funeral home two hours prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the King George Animal Rescue League, in honor of Matt’s love for animals.

He will be greatly missed, but his memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Storke Funeral Home, King George is handling arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.storkefuneralhome.com.