Gary's Last Laugh: A Sky Banner Tribute

Help Us Fly a Sky Banner for My Dad:

Dear Friends and Loved Ones,

As many of you know, my father, Gary Matzner passed away yesterday. As my family prepares for a future without him, our tears are occasionally punctured by chuckles as we reminisce about his sense of humor.

Gary was a man who was always able to find a sliver of levity, even in the darkest moments. To honor his memory and bring a smile to those who knew him, I’m planning a special tribute: a banner to fly above his funeral service with a message that captures his spirit.

It will read “ON HEAVENLY RETAINER. OOO FOREVER ❤️GM”

This gesture blends my dad’s love for life, his profession as a lawyer, and his indelible sense of humor. A number of friends have asked if there's anything they can do. And the answer is finally yes: help cover the cost of this airplane banner. Suggested contribution: $25.

Your donation will not only help defray the expense but also infuse this tribute with the love and support of everyone who knew him, and those who know him through the parts of myself I got directly from my father.

Thank you for helping me honor my dad in a way that he would have publicly disavowed and privately found hilarious.

With gratitude,

Ryan, Alex, Eric, and Ethan Matzner