Matthew Alexander Gracia

Matthew Alexander Gracia, passed away on March 27th, 2023 at his home surrounded by family in Buttonwillow, CA. He was born on November 8th, 2001 in Bakersfield, CA to Miguel and Lupe Gracia. 

Matthew grew up in Buttonwillow, CA. He graduated from Shafter High in Shafter, CA in 2019. After high school he attended Universal Technical Institute in Rancho Cucamonga, CA where he graduated with an Associate’s Degree as an Automotive Mechanics Technician. He worked for Herc Rentals as a mechanic. 

Matthew is survived by his father Miguel, mother Lupe, sister Zelina, brother Miguel, many Uncles, Aunts, cousins and friends. 

Matthew was preceded in death by his grandfather Antonio Gracia. 

A visitation will be held at Basham & Lara Funeral Care at 343 State Avenue Shafter, CA on April 10th at 4pm with the Holy Rosary starting at 6pm. The funeral service will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church on April 11th at 9am. The burial will follow the service at Shafter Cemetery in Shafter, CA.