Matthew Lloyd Bertling

April 14, 1966 - July 3, 2020

Racine-Matthew Lloyd Bertling, 54, passed away unexpectedly on July 3, 2020. Matt was born on April 14, 1966, to Thomas and Ann (nee Rakauskas) Bertling in Kenosha, WI. Matt lived in Racine and was an active member of the Racine Churchman Club and the Friendship Club. He enjoyed playing video games and playing his guitar. He loved good art and enjoyed visiting the Wustum Museum and was involved with their Sparks Program. Matt was good at naming tunes and songs as well as the artists who sang them. Left to cherish Matt’s memory are his loving parents: Tom and Ann Bertling; brothers: Greg Bertling and Ted (Dionne) Bertling; uncle, Marty (Pam) Rakauskas; two nephews: David Rakauskas and Bace Poplowski; along with many other relatives and friends. A memorial service for Matthew will be held at Faithbridge United Methodist Church Downtown Campus (212 11th St, Racine, WI 53403) on Saturday, July 11, 2020, at 1:30 PM with Pastor John Fleming officiating. Family and friends are invited to a time of visitation at the church on Saturday from 1:00 PM until the time of service. Anyone planning on attending Matthew’s services will be required to wear a face covering upon entering the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Matt’s family would be appreciated. Matt’s organs were donated to those in need.