Matthew Looby, 23, of Macclenny

Matthew Joseph Looby, 23, of Macclenny died the morning of Saturday, May 12, 2012. Born in Jacksonville on July 17, 1988, Matthew was an avid Florida Gator fan and loved both football and basketball, all types of music, his computer, eating out and trying new places. He enjoyed spending time with his younger brothers and sisters, who adored him.

He leaves behind a family who loves him dearly, including his  father Michael Looby of Macclenny; mother Robin (Ron) Han­­lin of Jacksonville; grandparents Ruth (Mee-Mee) Green of Macclenny and Michael (Kay) Looby Sr. of Dallas, TX; sisters Brookelyn and Madisyn Looby of Macclenny; brothers Mason and Jordyn Looby of Macclenny; step-brother Sean Hanlin of Salt Lake City, Utah; aunts Alicia Johns of Tucson, AZ, Jennifer Looby and Sue (Mike) Combs of Macclenny; uncle Bradford Waltman of Taylor; five cousins and numerous other family and friends. Mr. Looby was preceded in death by his Granny Alberta Pecor.

The funeral service will be held at 2 pm on Wednesday, May 16 at Raiford Road Church in Macclenny, where Matthew was a member. Pastors Eddie Griffis and John Raulerson will officiate. The family will receive friends at noon prior to the service. Interment will follow at Macedonia Cemetery.