Matthew Dallas Von Reichenbach

Our beloved sweet Matthew Dallas of Chesterfield, Virginia, took his own life in his apartment the weekend of 19 October 2018. He was 24 years old. Matt (our Matty) is survived by his brother, Brian, his mom, Michelle, his father, Ernie, his step-parents, Terese Von Reichenbach and Richard Poole, his four step-sisters, Chelsea, Candice, Julie, Heather, Sister-Inlaw Rebekah, niece Rylynn, grand-mothers Claire Behrman and Diane Plinski, and grand-father, James Plinski. Matthew’s funeral and visitation will be held at 3050 W. Hundred Road Chester, VA 23831. There will be a visitation for Family and Friends on Thursday, 25 October 2018 from 6-8 pm. A celebration of life service will be on Friday, 26 October, 2018 at 2pm followed by his burial. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Matthew’s name to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, afsp.org.
Matthew loved music, video games, and being with his friends and family. His affinity for Horror Movies and video games can not be overstated. He was extremely fond of the Friday the 13th series and classic RPG games. His natural music abilities were absolutely amazing. As a shy young man he did not like to sing in public, however he sang all the time when he thought nobody was listening. We all have fond memories of hearing his angelic voice in the house and car. As a young man he would often sing “You are so Beautiful” to the ladies in the house. He taught himself to play the piano and guitar overnight by watching online videos. He was an amazing, talented, young man. Matthew also loved roller-coasters and would get so excited about trips to the local parks. There was never a ride he wouldn’t try.
Matthew’s warm heart and soft voice provided so much comfort to others. His beautiful eyes, great big smile, and silly laugh was so heartwarming to hear and see. Even the hop in his step and wave of his hand made us smile.
Matthew loved everyone with all his heart, he would do anything he could to keep people happy. His gentle approach to situations was always carefully thought out as not to hurt anyone's feelings. Maybe his thoughtful gentle loving personality was his way of reflecting his need to be surrounded by the same love. He was truly a bright light in all our lives and the world. He represented the best in all of us. In some ways no one could ever live up to his legacy of caring and love. Much like the way his loving embrace could put anyone at peace. We all hope he has found the peace he so rightfully deserved.