Matthew Kyle Brodeur, age 37, passed away unexpectedly on November 23, 2023, in Haverhill, MA.  Matthew was born in Greenfield, MA on June 1, 1986, the son of Philip R. and Ginger (Ruhland) Brodeur.

Matt was a graduate of Pioneer Valley Regional School District, Class of 2004. Before going to college Matt lived several years in Thailand.  He continued to travel to various countries including Russia, Pakistan, and Cambodia, to name a few. After moving back to the states, Matt attended Greenfield Community College, graduating in 2015 with a degree in Engineering Science. He received a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, graduating in 2020.

Matthew was a research scientist who developed cells for cancer treatment drugs. He was especially proud of the work he did on the Moderna covid vaccine. 

In younger years, Matt was a competitive body builder and boxed Golden Gloves.  He took pride in teaching his nephews how to box and how to be a gentleman.

Matt had a special love for animals.  He loved to discuss politics, history, and religion.  He was an avid supporter of education in the hope of a better world to come for future generations.

Matt leaves behind his parents, Phil and Ginger Brodeur; his brother ,Philip Brodeur and his wife Mary; two nephews, Philip, and Caleb (all of Leyden), and his grandfather Philip Brodeur. He also leaves his loving fiancé Haylie Weghorst of Haverhill, MA, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Matt’s memory may be made to a charity of your choice.

Services will be private.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Kostanski Funeral Home.  For condolences, please visit www.kostanskifuneralhome.com.