Matthew Dustin Reimel

Matthew Dustin Reimel was born on May 6, 1985, in Birmingham,

Alabama, to J. Barry Reimel and Freida Grainger. He passed away on October 22, 2026, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, at the age of 41.

At 19, Matthew joined the United States Marine Corps, serving from

April 11, 2005, to April 10, 2009. During his service, he advanced from Private First Class to Corporal and then Sergeant, and served as a sniper.His training and qualifications included Black Belt Martial Arts, the Armor Course, Combat Conditioning Specialist, and the TOW (Tube-launched, Optically tracked, Wire-guided) and Javelin anti-armor missile systems. He was associated with Wounded Warrior Battalion West.

His military awards included the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal with Combat Distinguishing Device, Marine Corps Honorable Conduct Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and Global War on Terrorism Service Medal.

Matthew’s years of service reflected his courage, discipline, and

commitment to others. His dedication to his country was an important part of his life and the legacy he leaves behind.

Family

Matthew is survived by his beloved wife, Tiffany Reimel; his children, Carleigh Simmons, Carrington Williams (Braxton), and Landon Simmons; his parents, J. Barry Reimel (Ronni) and Freida Grainger; his brothers, J. Joseph Reimel (Raffy) and John Tucker Reimel; his sister, Mary Lauren McDonald; Brother-in-law Jimmy Bohannon Jr. (Halie); Mother-in-law Darlene Webb(Pat); Father-in-law Jimmy Bohannon Sr; Sister-in-laws Lori Mcabee(Leroy) and Lori Shirley (Cole) and his nephews, Nathaniel Fulton, Elijah Fulton, and Isaac Floyd, Tyler Bohannon(Olivia Caroline), Tanner Bohannon, Ridge Shirley, Reid Shirley Leroy Mcabee II; Nieces Brooklyn Bohannon, Allie Colburn, Dakota Mcabee, Jordan Mcabee

Matthew was preceded in death by his sister, Lindsay Fulton

Remembering Matthew

Matthew had a huge heart and a giving spirit. Outgoing and full of

humor, he never met a stranger. His laughter was contagious, and he had a way of making people feel welcome and cared for. He loved his family and friends with all his heart, and above all, he loved the Lord.The love Matthew shared with his wife, Tiffany, was a special kind of love. He often told her, “I live to love you.” Those words captured the tenderness, devotion, and deep bond they shared, and they will remain a cherished part of his memory.

Matthew will be greatly missed and will always hold a special place in the hearts of those who loved him. Matthew’s love for the Lord, devotion to his wife, family and friends, joy, years of service, memories, laughter, and the bonds he built with others will remain his lasting legacy. May he rest in peace, and may his memory be cherished always.

Honorary Pallbearers

Chase Bays, Incorporated in Birmingham, AL

Spear Group

A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 30, 2026 at 10:15 AM at Alabama National Cemetery, 3133 Hwy 119, Montevallo, AL 35115.