Matthew R. Martin

Matthew R. Martin, 13 of Holden, Missouri passed away Sunday, September 21, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Matt was born August 14, 2012 in Warrensburg. He was raised in Holden. He enjoyed hunting and fishing all things outdoors. Matt was an animal lover and especially loved Hope Outdoors. He was a great brother to his sister and best friend to his dog, Princess Pearl. Matthew was a kind and generous soul. He had a zest for life that was truly unmatched. He chose kindness, even in darkness. He inspired. He loved. He showed others the impossible was in fact possible. Matthew was the true epitome of grit, perseverance, strength, determination, and pure altruism.

Survivors include his mother: Amanda Moore (stepdad Wyatt King) of Holden, MO; sister: Mackenzie King Moore of Holden, MO; maternal grandparents: Scott & Sharon Spainhour of Holden, MO; maternal great grandmother: Shirley Williams of Holden, MO; uncle: Brandon Spainhour; great uncle: John Williams of Knob Noster, MO and his beloved fur baby, Pearl. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather: Donald Williams; and eight close friends, due to Pediatric Cancer.

Funeral Services were held Sunday, September 28 at Williams Funeral Chapel, Warrensburg, with Rev. Don Slone of Enon Baptist Church at Pittsville officiating. Interment will followed at Blackwater Cemetery, located just east of Pittsville.

The family received friends, one hour prior to service, Sunday at Williams.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to help the family establish a foundation in Matthew’s honor, dedicated to helping other Kids enjoy Matt’s passions, or to Hope Outdoors Central Missouri Chapter, in Honor of Mighty Matt.

Online condolences may be left at www.williamsfuneralchapel.net