Matthew Lawrence Stoner, the son of Lawrence David and Joyce (Thornton) Stoner, was born March 30, 1962, in Omaha, Nebraska. He attended Rock Port High School, Rock Port, Missouri, graduating as Valedictorian in 1980.

In 1985, Matt enlisted and honorably served his country for six years in the United States Navy. Matt then attended University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, Missouri, receiving his Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1992.

In February of 1993, Matt returned to Rock Port and beginning April 1, was employed by Cooper Nuclear Station, Brownville, Nebraska, as a System Engineer. He retired in 2018 after 25 years of service.

Matt was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity at the University of Missouri-Columbia. His hobbies included Harley-Davidson motorcycles, a large gun collection, and listening to a large variety of music. Matt passed away Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Good Samaritan Society, Auburn, Nebraska, at the age of 64.

Matt was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include brothers, David T. (Carol) Stoner, McKinney, Texas, and Andy (Susan) Stoner, Watson, Missouri; niece, Ruth Ann Stoner; nephew, Aaron (Christian) Stoner; and great-nephew, Ocean James Thornton Stoner.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port, conducted by Pastor Richard Boettner. There is no scheduled visitation. Inurnment with military honors will be held at High Creek Cemetery, Watson, Missouri. Memorials may be directed to High Creek Cemetery, Watson. Arrangements are under the direction of Minter Funeral Chapel, Rock Port. Online condolences may be made at www.minterfuneralchapels.com.