Born at Baptist Hospital in Jacksonville, FL. Matt went to Fishweir Elementary, Lakeshore Middle school, and graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1999 as the Valedictorian. Matt then attended UNF and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Biology.
His favorite things included watching movies, especially sci-fi such as Star Wars and Jurassic Park or comedies such as Spaceballs, as well as playing video games, reading books, and he had a strong passion for all animals. He was a big lover of food, especially anything involving cheese and/or bacon.
He was a tissue and organ donor.
Matthew is survived by his father James R. Spicer Jr., mother Sandy Spicer, wife Elizabeth “Lizzie” Spicer, fur baby Sugar, and brothers Jeremy Spicer and Jay Di Perna
He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Byron D. Harrell, maternal grandmother Kate Harrell, paternal grandmother Bonnie Blaess, uncle Terry Spicer, uncle Sam Di Perna, aunt Marylou Di Perna, and cousin Eric Spicer
Damara Simmons
July 22, 2023, 3:16 am
I had the pleasure of working close with Matt for a very brief but impressionable time. This time while it was less than a complete calendar year, was long enough for me to grow to appreciate and love his character, his gentle nature, and his family Liz and Sugar (I LIVE to ask for updates). He was smart, funny, quirky, and honestly hands down one of my favorite coworkers. Nivel’s team is missing an important piece.
James Evans
July 22, 2023, 3:16 am
Matt I will miss you forever ! Love,Bubba
The Soles family
July 22, 2023, 3:16 am
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Your Nivel Family
July 22, 2023, 3:16 am
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
NIVEL
July 22, 2023, 3:17 am
May you know that God is by your side and may you feel His presence with you every moment of everyday.
Much Love and Prayer,
Katie Williams
Uncle Mike, Liz, Cousin Katie and Keith
July 22, 2023, 3:17 am
Hearts and prayers go out to Lizzie, Sandy, James and, Jeremy
The Oldest Store History Tellers
July 22, 2023, 3:17 am
With deepest sympathy…the History Tellers at the Oldest Store Museum