David hew (Matt) Pieper

David Matthew (Matt) Pieper, 60, of DeLand Florida, passed away suddenly on August 1, 2020 at Advent Hospital in DeLand Florida. Matt was born April 5, 1960 in Eustis, FL to Elizabeth and Donald Pieper, graduated from DeLand High School in 1978. Matt was employed in the family business, Hontoon Marina, for most of his life and spent his happiest times with his friends exploring all the St. Johns River had to offer.
Matt's earlier years included First United Methodist Church Children's Choir and Boy Scout Troop 515. Matt was a past President of the DeLand Jaycees, Senator of the Junior Chamber of Commerce International, and a long-time member and past Exalted Ruler of the DeLand Elks Lodge #1463. Matt treasured the wonderful friends he made while participating in these organizations and their events: the Deland Fireworks, Christmas Parade, and the St. Johns River Boat Parade were among his favorites.
Matt was pre-deceased by his grandparents Wilbert & Mary Pieper, and William & Virginia Fischer.
Matt is survived by his parents, Donald and Elizabeth Pieper, his long-time partner & fiancée Cheryl Hester, his children Ryan and Jane, and siblings Michael Pieper (Mary), Nancy Caruthers (Guy), Linda Woodie (Chuck), and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, August 15th at 5PM at the DeLand Elks Lodge #1463, 614 S Alabama Ave. (Masks mandatory)
The family suggests memorial contributions be sent to the Alzheimer's Association or the Florida Elks Youth Camp.