Matthew Monson Rawlings

Matthew Monson Rawlings, 41, of Heber City, Utah, passed away on November 1, 2026, at his home.

Matt was born on September 3, 1985, to Keith and Marianne Rawlings. He was one of four siblings, alongside Tawnya Rawlings (Joseph Lemmon), Brooke (Rawlings) Jeppesen (Ryan Jeppesen), Tyler Rawlings (Amber Rawlings), and Scott Rawlings (Cheyenne Rawlings).

The Rawlings family moved frequently during Matt's early years. He never had problems finding friends wherever they called home. He lived and attended school in Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico before the family settled in Heber City in 1995. Matt graduated from Wasatch High School and went on to earn a bachelor's degree in Construction Management from Utah Valley University.

Matt met and later married Meagan Giles February 1, 2008 in the Manti Temple for all time and eternity. Together, they raised two beautiful daughters, Aliyah and Rylee, who were the center of his world.

Matt enjoyed wrestling, participating in the sport first as a wrestler and later as a referee. He was generous, kind, and fiercely protective of those he loved. He was always willing to lend a hand, whether helping family with a move, tackling a construction project, or keeping a vehicle running. He was also the kind of person who would stop along the road to help a complete stranger with car trouble. If someone needed help, Matt was there.

He was also never one to keep his opinions to himself. Direct and straightforward, he was happy to tell you exactly what he thought, especially if he disagreed with you. He enjoyed being a little contrary and had a knack for keeping people on their toes. His family also knew to expect the unexpected at Christmas. Matt became infamous for his gifts and clearly enjoyed watching everyone's reactions as they opened them.

Above all, Matt was a girl dad through and through. He rarely turned down an opportunity to let his daughters paint his fingernails. Ali always claimed his left hand (because she's left-handed), while Rylee took the right. He wore their colorful creations proudly and would do just about anything for his girls. They knew how much they were loved.

Matt was a loyal friend, brother, and son. He sometimes hid his generous heart behind a rough exterior, but those who knew him understood that he would drop everything to help someone in need. He loved the outdoors and was fortunate to have many great friends who meant a great deal to him. His unmistakable personality, generous spirit, and willingness to show up for the people he loved will be remembered and deeply missed.

Matt is survived by his parents, Keith and Marianne; his siblings, Tawnya, Brooke, Tyler, and Scott; his wife, Meagan; his daughters, Aliyah and Rylee, and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Funeral services will be held Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM in the Heber 3rd Ward chapel; 240 East 400 South, Heber, Utah. Family and friends may attend a viewing before the service at the church from 9:00 - 10:30 AM. The interment will follow in the Heber City Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinmortuary.com.