Matthew James Codd

Matthew James Codd died suddenly of a heart attack on April 30, 2026. He was 60. Matthew was the beloved son of Marilyn J. Codd and the late Thomas W. Codd, dear brother of Thomas W. Jr., Timothy (Marie), Steven, Jeffrey (Lindajean), fond uncle of 9 nieces and nephews, and friend to many.

Matt was born on February 23, 1966 in Staten Island, NY, the fourth of five boys. The family moved frequently due to Matthew’s father’s many corporate moves - to Connecticut, Indianapolis, Indiana; Dallas, Texas and finally to Greenwich, Connecticut where Matthew lived the rest of his life.

Kind and caring, with an impish grin, Matt was wicked smart and always had a kind word or deed for the less fortunate. During his Dallas years, Matt became a drummer extraordinaire, emulating Led Zeppelin’s John Bonham. He enjoyed ice hockey and other sports. Matt graduated Greenwich High School and spent a long career in the service, hospitality, and retail industries. He greatly enjoyed Tod’s Point beach in Greenwich.

Matt courageously addressed any challenges he faced with dignity, good spirit, humility and never a complaint. More powerful than any care he received were the daily visits from his mother, which he relished. In addition to his beloved father, Matt was predeceased by his sister-in-law, Shelly.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a gift in Matthew’s memory to Laurel House, 1616 Washington Blvd., Stamford, CT 06902 www.laurelhouse.net or the charity of your choice.

Visitation will be 2-5 PM on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at Leo P. Gallagher Funeral Home, 31 Arch St., Greenwich, CT. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10AM on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at St. Catherine of Siena Church, 4 Riverside Ave, Riverside, CT. Interment at St. Mary’s Cemetery, 35 Parsonage Rd. Greenwich, CT.