Matthew Joseph King passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the age of 42. An amazing musician, he played guitar and bass. He also enjoyed playing video games with his nephews. He loved to cook and was known for customizing and engraving knives.

He is survived by his parents, Perry and Leslie Picou; siblings, Rachel Holloway (Thomas), Kevin King, and Michael Picou (Bree); nieces, Sydney Faulkner (Brian), and Madelyn Holloway; nephews, Joseph Holloway and Benjamin Holloway, and Leland Picou; great niece, Laney Faulkner; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Visitation will be held at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy. Baton Rouge, LA 70816, on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Resthaven Gardens of Memory.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Capital Area Animal Welfare Society.

Family and friends may sign the online guestbook or leave a personal note to the family at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.