I met Matt shortly after I moved to San Francisco, and one of the first things we connected over was our shared love of soccer. He joined our rec team, and right away it was clear what kind of person he was—kind, generous, and full of good energy. He was also a great player, always lifting up the people around him.

Beyond the field, I was lucky to spend more time with Matt during his years in the Bay Area—whether it was nights out, cheering on the U.S. men’s national team, or sitting around a poker table. Those early years in the city were very special and made so much richer because of him.

Matt was one of the most genuine and selfless people I have ever known, and I’ll always carry fond memories of his friendship. I was devastated to hear of his passing. Rest in peace <3

Matt and I worked together at Middesk and he was such a wonderful colleague and friend. Matt always had a positive attitude and willing to help anyone and everyone. Matt brought so much energy and enthusiasm to every interaction -- he will be missed very much. My thoughts are with his family, friends & all his loved ones.

I was so sad to hear of Tino’s passing.  He was truly  a kind soul.

Tino and I were on the same MAP team at Michigan (year 1  capstone consulting project).   For part of our project, our team traveled to Bangladesh for a couple of weeks.  One day while we were in Dhaka, we came across an informal cricket game.  Tino joined right on in—getting tips from fellow players along the way.  This was one of the first memories that came to mind when I thought back on my memories of Tino—an  example of his fun and joyful spirit.

May you all find some comfort  in your memories of Matt.  I’m keeping all of those who loved him in my thoughts during this difficult time.

During my time in Chicago, some of my most cherished memories were those dinners and nights out with Matt, Michael, Erin and our fellow Santa Clara University alumni who would visit or who lived there. Matt brought such joy and positivity to every gathering. His genuine warmth could turn any ordinary evening into something extraordinary, and he had this remarkable ability to make everyone feel included and appreciated. This photo from 2008 captures one of those perfect nights, all of us together, laughing and enjoying each other's company. The SCU community meant so much to him, and he meant so much to all of us. His positivity was infectious, and his friendship was a gift. Rest in peace, friend.

Matt was such a wonderful guy all around and it was devastating to hear news of his passing last week. 

What I remember most fondly about Matt was both his sense of humor and his laugh. It was such a loud, distinct, and contagious laugh. Whenever I’d see Matt around business school in Ann Arbor, he was also so happy go lucky, telling jokes, and laughing.

Matt also was one of my few Catholic friends in Ann Arbor, and he and I often attended Sunday evening mass together. It was such a nice refuge to get away from the hectic atmosphere of the business school and have that time to pause and be present at church. When I think of Matt, I think of not only the fun, happy-go-lucky guy we all knew, but also of the more serious, contemplative guy whose faith was important to him and was core to his being.

I feel lucky to have been friends with him. Thinking of and praying for him, his wife, children, parents, siblings and friends during this very challenging time.

I will miss so many things about Matt, but most of all, I’ll miss his laugh — that big, unrestrained burst of laughter that could stop conversations, turn heads, and instantly make you smile. It was the kind of laugh that made you forget whatever was weighing you down. I’ll also miss having my more adventurous eating buddy when going out with Marisa and my husband Kevin — the one who would actually eat the seafood with me instead of just the meat and potatoes. And I will forever treasure the privilege of witnessing him be such a loving, patient, and joyful father to Cal and Isla, husband to Marisa, and friend to so many. Meals, laughter, and life itself will never feel quite the same without him.

I had the privilege of hiring Matt as my very first finance team member at Attentive. From day one, he helped build so much of the foundation that the company still stands on today — always with sharp insight, steady leadership, and a willingness to jump in wherever he was needed. Professionally, Matt was exceptional. Personally, he was even more extraordinary.

What I’ll remember most isn’t just the impact he had on the business, but how kind, funny, and positive he always was. Matt had a way of putting people at ease, of making even the hardest days lighter with his humor and warmth. He cared deeply about the people around him — as colleagues and as friends.

I feel lucky to have known him, worked alongside him, and called him a friend. My thoughts and deepest condolences are with his family and loved ones.

I met Matt in 2021 through our work. Many good memories from our time working together, but what sticks out the most was that Matt was so incredibly generous with his time. He was a supportive manager, a willing mentor, and universally loved amongst his colleagues. He was relentlessly positive, always willing to brainstorm on how to tackle difficult tasks with a smile on his face and his trademark laugh.

Outside of work he was always the first to text me after a big Bills win, or talk some trash before the annual Michigan vs PSU game. Always funny, always good natured, just like Matt.

Sending all of the love, strength, and positive thoughts to his family during this unthinkable time.

Matt was an extraordinary colleague, a cherished friend, and an exceptional human being. His humor and positivity were truly contagious, even in the most challenging moments. We shared countless laughs and memories, and I feel deeply grateful to have had the privilege of knowing him. Those moments will stay with me for the rest of my life.

On behalf of my entire family, please accept our heartfelt condolences. We wish his family and friends strength and comfort as they navigate the loss of such a remarkable person.

Tony Aponte

This hit so hard and was very difficult to hear. We were work friends and Matt was a genuine person who just brought positive energy. All of our texts and conversations were 1% work and 99% family. He was all about his family.

He also had a laugh that was so infectious, you just had to join in! RIP Matt, you will be missed by so many people.