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Obituary - Matthew Biddinger

  • Source: Smith Family Funeral Home
Obituary - Matthew Biddinger
Matthew Biddinger

On Friday, January 27, 2023, Matthew Biddinger passed away quietly at the age of 51.

He was born on February 20, 1971, in Fallon, Nevada to Steven and Wanda Biddinger. He graduated from Churchill County High School and went on to attend the University of Nevada, where he earned a B.A. in History. After college, Matthew moved to New Jersey to explore the big city life. He eventually moved back to Fallon with his budding family accompanying him.

Matthew enjoyed participating in and watching sports. Before high school, he was the National Junior Olympics champion in the discus. In his senior year in high school playing football, Matt was an All-American on the “Bigger, Stronger, Faster” team. He also won several regional and state titles in the shot put and discus. At Nevada, he was one of the best freshman javelin throwers in the country and assisted his team to a Big West Track and Field Conference Championship.

Matt enjoyed being outdoors and could often be found grooming the grounds on his beloved family ranch, as well as helping others with their outdoor needs. He was also known for his sense of humor and quick smile.

Matthew was preceded in death by his mother Wanda, and brothers Robert Biddinger and Arnold Pritchard. He is survived by his daughter Isabel and son Luke, Father Steven Biddinger, sisters, Lara Biddinger, Debra Pritchard, Juanita Orozco, brother James Pritchard, and several nieces and nephews.

A service will be held on February 14, 2023, at the Smith Family Funeral Home in Fallon at 2 p.m. A graveside service will follow, and a reception will be held at the funeral home. If so inclined, Matthew asked attendees to wear Greenwave gear.

 


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Joan Johnsn 02/11/2023 04:02 PM
I'm sad to hear of your loss.

Raymond W Ross 02/09/2023 10:47 PM
Matt was a good friend mine in my highschool "Green Wave"...so sorry to see him go...

Lana Scharmann 02/07/2023 03:59 PM
I am so sorry to hear this. Matt was a very nice person.

THughes 02/07/2023 01:33 PM
? so sorry

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Comment author: BonnieComment text: Good Luck to all of you. I mean this sincerely. My family fought the Navy for years. My parents owned Horse Creek (Pat and Linda Dempsey). They strung them along for years until they had no financial choice but to accept and get out. My Dad even hauled water for the Snow ranch trying to stay afloat. May God bless you all. I truly pray it works out for you.Comment publication date: 3/28/26, 9:22 PMComment source: Local Rancher Says Navy Land Expansion is Devastating His Family RanchComment author: Lynn JohnsonComment text: I remember your mother well; she was a lovely and kind woman. I loved hanging out at your home on Sheckler Road where she was always warm and welcoming.Comment publication date: 3/27/26, 7:12 PMComment source: June Irene Manhire (Pendarvis), née DriggsComment author: EvaComment text: Grandpa, I find myself wondering about you every so often. I see glimpses of your face in the years worn onto my dad. It makes me feel more connected to you in some way. I remember the familiar kindness from you that I know in my dad. I would’ve really liked to have a good conversation. I only have a handful of memories with you, but you were loving, and you were kind. I wish I was able to say more. If I am someone to you, I hope I make you proud. Thank you Aunt for this sweet post.Comment publication date: 3/27/26, 12:11 AMComment source: Obituary -- Randolph Floris Banovich C Comment author: RBCComment text: The Navy should reimburse the market cost of replacing the grazing land they are taking. Period.Comment publication date: 3/26/26, 10:38 AMComment source: Local Rancher Says Navy Land Expansion is Devastating His Family Ranch
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