Matthew J. Shrum, 42, of Granite City, IL died on Friday, December 27, 2024 at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

He was born on August 4, 1982 in Granite City, IL to Gary Michael Shrum and Loretta (Irmen) Selph.

The loving son and father was a mechanic by trade until he became disabled.

Matthew is survived by his father; a daughter, Keirsten Shrum of Granite City; a son Ethan Shrum of Granite City; 2 grandchildren:  Iris Becker and Wren Becker; step-mother, Debra Shrum; step-father, John Selph; girlfriend, Lisa Smith; 2 brothers:  Timothy Shrum and Nathanial Moore and a sister, Candi Shrum

Besides his mother, Matthew is preceded in death by 2 brothers:  Raymond Shrum and Christopher Moore.

A private graveside service will be held at a later date.

Professional services entrusted to the care of Wojstrom Funeral Home & Crematory in Granite City, IL.

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