Matthew David Jaenicke

Matthew David Jaenicke, 55, of Kokomo, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025 at his home. He was born on October 29, 1970, the son of Vincent Jaenicke and Kathy (Hopper) Haigh.

Matthew was a 1989 graduate of Western High School. He joined the United States Air Force after high school and ranked as a Senior Airman. He earned the Outstanding Unit Award, National Defense Service Medal and the Air Force Overseas Short Tour Ribbon. After serving in the Air Force, he worked as a machinist at Caterpillar from 1993 to 2003. He attended Bridgeway Christian Church in Kokomo.

He is survived by his sons, Keenan (Tia) Jaenicke and Devin (Haylee) Jaenicke; brother, JR Jaenicke; mother, Kathy Haigh; father, Vincent Jaenicke; grandmother, Mary Jaenicke; sisters, Jessica (Andrew) Withers. Rebekah (Jeremy) Hill; step-brothers, Daniel Haigh, Michael (Peggy) Haig; nephew, Dillon Jaenicke; and several grandsons.

Matthew was preceded in death by his sister, Amanda Peters; niece, Aubrey Peters; grandparents, Walter & Bernice Johns and David Jaenicke; and stepfather, Jack Haigh.

A graveside service will be held at Marion National Cemetery at 2 pm on Friday, January 2, 2026 with military honors provided by the United States Air Force and the Greentown American Legion. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Jackson Street Commons. Messages of condolence may be left at www.shirleyandstout.com.

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