Alan Charles Matzen

Alan Charles Matzen, age 61, passed away on August 31, 2024, after a brief illness. 

Alan was born on November 15, 1962, in Auburn, New York to loving parents' Albert and Erika, he has one older sister, Karin Diflorio (Ralph) and two younger sisters, Sandra Ahearn and Ann Matzen.

Alan moved to Minnesota in 1987 and in 1990 married his devoted wife, Jackie. Together they shared many laughs and adventures. Alan spent time with his best canine buddy, Sasha, teaching her many skills and tricks. 

Alan loved to watch sports, he especially loved the Syracuse teams, The NY Giants and The MN Vikings.

His hobbies included riding his three motorcycles and watching and playing golf.

Alan is also survived by his nephews Alex Malean, Gage Miller, Devin Malean, Lucas Malean (Andrea) and Shea Miller and Michael Matzen, his nieces Ashton Miller, Mackenzie Miller and Mallory Myster 

A Celebration of Life will be held privately, by family, at a later time.