Matthew E. Paytes of Loveland, OH, passed away November 4, 2024, at the age of 53. Cherished brother of Sandy (Jack) Shank, Carmen (the late Ed) Vinsant, Gregory (Kathy) Paytes, Debbie (Kenny) Harris, Delynn Paytes, Randy Paytes, and Danny (Sandy) Paytes. Caring uncle of Carrie, Sara, Ransom, Danielle, Kayla, Seth, Bud, Cody, Megan, Katelyn, Jacob, Michael, Derick, Junior, Randy, Jenny, Kathy, Dana, Dan, and the late Josh. Loving great-uncle of numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.

Family and friends will be received from 5 PM until the hour of service at 6 PM, Thursday, November 14, 2024, at Tufts Schildmeyer Funeral Home, 129 N Riverside Avenue, Loveland, OH, 45140.