In Honor of Matthew Vacher

Matthew Ryan Vacher left this world on June 14. Matt was an avid outdoorsman and athlete ---most at home in the woods, mountains and on the water. He particularly loved fishing, hiking, snowboarding and hunting. He strived to bestow an appreciation for these adventurous pastimes to his daughters Madeline, 10 and Celine, 6 by taking every opportunity to fish and hike with them. As a devoted father, he wasn’t stingy with booboo kisses or his time. He could be seen picking the girls up from school, coaching Madeline’s lacrosse team or moving over to make room for the girls to snuggle in bed. He was born to be a #girldad.

All who knew him, loved him. It could have been a one-time encounter, or a lifelong friendship and you would get the full Matt experience. He was always ready with a joke or movie quote. And as a deeply, empathetic person he was just as quick to share his innermost feelings or support others who were going through rough times. His commitment to friends, animals—domestic and wild and family was unfailing. 

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations that will support his girls' greatest ambitions. Their Uncle Steve Vacher will oversee investing whatever funds are raised here and ensure they contribute to Madeline and Celine's college education.

Thank you for loving Matt and honoring his memory in this way.