Matthew K. Davis, 62, of rural Altamont, passed away the morning of Monday, August 12, 2024, in Oswego, Kansas.
Matthew was born July 2, 1962, to M.G. "Gene" and Alice (Jones) Davis in Coffeyville, Kansas. He grew up in rural Coffeyville until the age of 8, when he moved to the family farm near Bartlett. He graduated from Labette County High School in 1980.
On June 29, 1984, Matthew and Becky Plumlee (Strickland) were united in marriage in Oswego Kansas. He gained 2 sons from their marriage, Mickey (4) and Darran (2). They completed their family with Micha in 1985.
In 1986, Matthew began his 30-year career at Ruskin's Manufacturing, retiring in 2016. He was a machinist and Tool and Die worker. Matthew was very proud of the work he did for Ruskin's and the friendships he made during this time.
Matthew enjoyed tinkering in his garage, playing cards, and doing crossword puzzles. He was a gun enthusiast, but more than anything, he loved visiting with his friends and family.
Survivors include:
His son - Mickey Plumlee and his wife, Miranda, of Altamont, Kansas
His daughter - Micha George of Altamont, Kansas
Four grandchildren – Maddie Plumlee, Mallory Plumlee, Braxton George, and Owen George
His mother - Alice Davis of Oswego, Kansas
One brother Mark Davis of Altamont, Kansas
One sister – Rebecca Gray of Bartlett, Kansas
He was proceeded in death by his wife, Becky Davis, on September 29, 2023; his son, Darran Plumlee; his father, Gene Davis; and his brother, Morgan Davis.
The graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 16, 2024, at Fairview Cemetery, 1699 10000 Road, Altamont. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, at the Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home in Parsons.
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