Matthew Horace Rath Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Matthew Horace Rath (Hastings, Michigan), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Matthew Horace left this world on April 9, 2025 at the age of 81, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Duane Rath and Dora Rath (Hall); his sister Dorothy Rath; and his nephew Arthur Rath. He is survived by: his daughters, Mary Rath Glidewell (Dewey) and Suzanne Rath Bussell (Bryan); his grandsons, Paul Lince, Jason Lince, Benjamin Glidewell, Sam Bussell and Jack Bussell; and his brother Grant Rath of Grand Rapids, Michigan..

Memorial contributions in memory of Matt may be made to Carveth Village Memorial Fund, 690 W Main, Middleville, MI 49333.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Girrbach Funeral Home

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