Matthew Aaron DesRochers

Matthew Aaron DesRochers, age 51, of Baraga, Michigan, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, March 22, 2026.

Matt was born on August 12, 1974, in Hancock, Michigan, the son of Paul and Carlota (Denomie) DesRochers. He graduated from Baraga High School in 1992. On November 12, 1999, he married the love of his life, Shannon Ruotsi, in Baraga. Matt was a hard-working dedicated logger throughout his life and took great pride in owning and operating Matt DesRochers Logging.

A member of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community, Matt enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. He loved camping, fishing, and hunting, and could often be found on the softball field or cheering on the Green Bay Packers.

He was a very-caring man that thought the world of his sons and thought that families should always be close. He believed that there isn't anything in life that can't be worked out.

Matt is survived by his loving wife, Shannon DesRochers of Baraga; his sons, Kyle (Breanna) of Baraga, David of Hancock, Alan (Abigail) of Marquette, and Ryan of Hancock; his sisters, Stacey (Dan) Koski of DePere, WI and Joan (Sherry) DesRochers of Negaunee; and his cherished grandchildren, Oliver, Belle, Rylan, Benny, and Reign; Step-dad Joe, mother-in-law Cheri.

Preceding him in death are his parents Paul and Carlota, father-in-law Russ, and brother Paul DesRochers.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, March 27, from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Jacobson Funeral Home.

Friends may sign Matt's guest book or share condolences at www.jacobsonfuneralhome.com.