Matthew Davarn Obituary

Age - 45

September 10, 2023

Gowen, OK

Matthew Todd Davarn, age 45, of Gowen, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, September 1, 2023. He was born in Lansing, MI on March 26, 1978, the son of Timothy and Laura (Platte) Davarn. He graduated from Rockford High School with the class of 1996. Matt had a successful career with Consumers Energy for almost 23 years. He started his career as an Electrician Lineman, he soon was promoted to an In charge Journeyman meter worker. He maintained meters in the greater Big Rapids, Greenville, and North Kent area. Matt was very knowledgeable about Consumers Energy new metering systems and recently started up a new mentor program within the company. Matt was well respected amongst his peers. He was a go getter and worked hard to make sure he was the best version of himself every day. Outside of his career his greatest accomplishments were his children. His four children were his highest priority and he loved them dearly. Matt was a wonderful father and enjoyed spending time with his children as much as he possibly could. Matthew was very active and had many hobbies and passions such as: classic cars, hunting, and golfing. He was also an avid outdoorsman and was a huge Notre Dame Football fan. Matthew will be deeply missed by his children, Rocky Davarn, Luke Davarn, Brooke Davarn, Paul Davarn; parents, Tim and Laura Davarn; brothers, Mark (Krista Heminger) Davarn, Mike Davarn; special friend, Mandy Lum; many cousins; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, William and Bertha Davarn; and maternal grandparents, Joseph and Lucy Platte. A memorial gathering for Matthew will take place on Thursday, September 14, 2023 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, held at Hurst Funeral Home. For those wishing to make a donation in Matt's honor, memorial contributions may be directed to Autism Speaks.

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