Matthew Kyle Nash of Jonesboro, passed away at his residence on Monday, June 23, 2025.  He was 41 years old.  Matthew was a radio dispatcher for many years for the Jonesboro-Police Department and the Jackson Parish Sheriff's Office.  In his younger years Matthew was an avid participant in the Boy Scouts of America.  He eventually earned the rank of Eagle Scout under the supervision of his father and scoutmaster, Barnie Nash.  Matthew enjoyed playing the guitar and spending time indoors playing video games.

Matthew is survived by his mother, Renee (Asken) Nash; uncle, Rick Asken (Kitty); cousins Jay Howell, Ryan Howell, Dena and Michael Ayala, Corey and Crystal Asken.

He was preceded in death by his father, Barnie Nash; uncle, Randy Asken; maternal grandparents, Donald and Margaret Asken; and paternal grandparents, Barnie and Faye Nash.

As per his wishes, Matthew will be cremated and his ashes will be buried beside his father in Garden of Memories near Jonesboro.  A date and time for his memorial service will be announced at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to McDonald Memorial Baptist Church in Matthew's name.