Matthew Tyler Hanson, age 21 of Rochester, passed away with his family, friends, and loyal black lab Lacy at his side on Sunday, August 28, 2011 following a courageous two-year battle with colon cancer.

Matthew was born on March 3, 1990 in Rochester to Rodney "Rod" and Brenda Ingalls Hanson. Matt attended St. Francis Catholic Grade School, and graduated from Dover-Eyota High School in 2008. Following graduation, Matt attended Rochester Community and Technical College and completed one year of the Automobile Mechanics Program. Matt began working at Fleet Farm Rochester until 2006, most recently in the Tire Center. He was unable to complete school and continue to work due to his illness. Matt loved all things motorized. He was an avid motorcycle rider, and was proud to have his own Harley. Matt especially loved making the annual trip to the Sturgis South Dakota Motorcycle Rally with his family and friends. He also enjoyed snowmobiling and dirt-biking. Matt loved being outdoors especially in the fall, during hunting season, when he would often be seen bow and gun hunting. Matt was known as a hard worker who always did his best, and strived to enjoy life until the very end.

He is survived by his Parents Rod and Brenda, a brother Patrick, great grandmother, Evelyn Delaney, grandparents Ginger Delaney Ingalls, George and Elaine Ingalls all of Rochester, as well as aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.

A funeral service for Matthew will be held on Thursday, September 1, 2011 at 10:30AM at the new River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home with Rev. Kevin Connolly officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. A visitation will be held on the evening of Wednesday, August 31, 2011 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM at the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home, and one hour prior to the service.

Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com