Matthew Stott

Matthew (Matt) Stott, 27, beloved husband, father, brother, son, grandson, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend’s sun rose on December 2, 1986 and set on May 23, 2014. Matt was the youngest of his siblings born to George and Regina Stott (Patrick). Matt was born and as a small child reared in Camarillo, CA. In his teenage years Matt’s family settled in Ojai, CA where Matt attended high school, fell in love, and later created a family and home. Matt’s greatest accomplishment was his beloved family. Matt first met his wife Britteny (Cocklin) Stott at the young tender age of 14. After first experiencing a teenage love the two went their own separate paths and later reconnected in their early 20s. It was instantaneous love when Matt and Britteny reunited and the two remained inseparable until his passing. In addition to their love for one another Matt and Britteny shared their love through the creation of their children Skyler (6), Kourtney (1), and Violet (expected arrival September 2014). Beyond the happiness that Matt found in his wife and children, Matt found enjoyment in the simple things of life- such as working on cars, a day at the beach, hauling hay, and riding dirt bikes with his son Skyler. Among those who knew Matt he was most notably known for his sense of humor and loyalty. He was never short of a joke or a good quick come back. He was witty, clever, and definitely kept you on your toes. Matt’s friends have described him as a loyal friend- dependable and trustworthy. Many of Matt’s friends would call to catch up and end up talking for hours- Matt was truly a valued friend, confidant, and support among many. Matt’s spirit and love are survived by his wife Britteny, son Skyler, daughters Kourtney and Violet, father George, step-mother D’Anira (“D”), mother Regina (Reggie), brother Nick, sister-in-law Natasha, niece Marli, sister Breanna, father-in-law Scott Cocklin, mother-in-law Tracy Cocklin, sister-in-law Lauren Cocklin, brother-in-law Nick Cocklin, and a wealth of uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends. While we will continue to lift up Matt’s spirit and relive his memory through stories, pictures, his wife, and children we can only hope that his legacy will live on and we will continue to dance his dance. In memory of Matt: "The Dance" By Garth Brooks “Looking back on the memory of The dance we shared 'neath the stars above For a moment all the world was right How could I have known that you'd ever say goodbye And now I'm glad I didn't know The way it all would end the way it all would go Our lives are better left to chance I could have missed the pain But I'd have had to miss the dance Holding you I held everything For a moment wasn't I a king But if I'd only known how the king would fall Hey who's to say you know I might have changed it all And now I'm glad I didn't know The way it all would end the way it all would go Our lives are better left to chance I could have missed the pain But I'd have had to miss the dance Yes my life is better left to chance I could have missed the pain but I'd have had to miss the dance.” A visitation for Matt will be held on Monday, June 2, 2014 from 5-9pm with the vigil beginning at 7pm located at the Perez Family Funeral Home, 1347 Del Norte Road in Camarillo. Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, June 3, 2014 at 10:00am located at St Mary Magdalen Chapel in Camarillo located at 2532 Ventura Blvd Camarillo, CA. Burial will take place at Conejo Mountain Memorial Park at 2052 Howard Rd, Camarillo, CA 93012, and a reception will follow at the family’s home address will be shared at burial. A fund has been created to assist Matt’s surviving wife Brittney and children: http://www.gofundme.com/mattstott