Matthew Shannon McIntosh passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 23, 2026, at his residence in Lee County, Kentucky. He was 47.
Born in Hazard, Kentucky, on August 7, 1979, Shannon was the son of Matthew McIntosh and Dorothy B. Roberts McIntosh. He was known in his working life as a mechanic, a trade that reflected his hands-on skill and dedication.
He is survived by his son, Hayden McIntosh of Beattyville; his daughters, Bridget “Rodney” Turner of Jackson, Kentucky, and Christy “Travis” Murrell of Booneville, Kentucky; his father, Matthew McIntosh of Beattyville; his sister, Renee “Marvin” Robbins of Georgetown, Kentucky; and his grandchildren, Jasmine, Andrew, Hunter, Israel, and Zackary Turner of Jackson, Kentucky. He also leaves behind several other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Charlotte Neal, and by his mother, Dorothy McIntosh.
Services held Thursday, August 27, 2026, with Brother Mike Spencer officiating. Burial in the McIntosh Family Cemetery in Walk Log, Lee County. The family has entrusted arrangements to Searcy & Strong Funeral Home.
