Matthew Tyler Putz , age 35, of Franklin, WV, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at his home. He was born on July 6, 1990, in Petersburg, WV, the son of Matthew Edward and Wendy Lee (Gilbert) Putz, of Franklin, WV.

Matt was a 2008 graduate of Pendleton County High School and he attended Fairmont State University, where he studied aviation and acquired his Pilot's license. He attended Ruddle Presbyterian Church and Redeeming Grace Church and he was a member of Boy Scout Troop #162, where he earned the Rank of Eagle Scout. Matthew had a passion for the great outdoors and loved camping, football, hunting, fishing, and golfing. Matthew had worked as a waiter for AGK, JMU Food Court, Red Lobster, and Fireside Cafe.

In addition to his parents, Matt leaves behind to cherish his memory: a daughter, Veronica Ivy Putz of Bridgewater, VA; and a sister, Susan Marilyn Putz of Bel Air, MD; maternal grandparents, Jim Lancaster and Lisette Gilbert; paternal grandparents, Barbara Mauck and Martha Putz; and aunts, uncles and cousins.

In honoring Matt's wishes, his body has been cremated .  A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, August 29, 2025, at 6:30 PM, at the Franklin Presbyterian Church, with Pastor Deborah Beam officiating. Matt's family will receive friends from 5:30-6:30, 1 hour prior to the service. . Memorials may be made to the Veronica Ivy Putz Education Fund, c/o Wendy Putz, POB 644, Franklin, WV  26807. Memories and words of comfort may be left at www.basagic.com or on Facebook at Basagic Funeral Home.