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Matthew Brokaw

December 27, 2025


Resided in: Wichita, Kansas

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Matthew Brokaw, age 50, of Wichita, KS passed away on December 27, 2025, after a courageous battle with Esophageal and Gastric cancer.

Matt was a devoted husband, proud father, and loyal friend. He built a meaningful career in sports management where he was respected for his hard work and dedication. He spent 25 years working for the Wichita Thunder Hockey Team. Outside of work, he was passionate about sports — whether cheering on his favorite teams the New York Giants, New York Islanders, and Michigan Wolverines, coaching, or sharing the love of the game with his kids. His greatest joy in life was being a dad, and he never missed a chance to support, encourage, and celebrate his children.

He will be remembered for his strength, his sense of humor, and the way he inspired others with his determination and love for life.

He is survived by his wife, Jessica, his children, Max and Cam, sister, Kim Saunders, brother, Scott Brokaw and many friends and family who will miss him deeply.

A Rosary at 10:00 am, followed by a funeral Mass at 10:30am, both on January 2, 2026, at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, Schulte, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to his son’s 529 college savings plans. https://www.ugift529.com/

Max ‘s Ugift code: B88-H1R

Cam ‘s Ugift code: M1F-S8H

Services in care of Downing & Lahey West Mortuary.

Services

Rosary: Friday, January 2, 2026 10:00 am

St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church
11000 Southwest Blvd.
Wichita, KS 67215

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Funeral Mass: Friday, January 2, 2026 10:30 am

St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church
11000 Southwest Blvd.
Wichita, KS 67215

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The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Matthew Brokaw 's name.

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  3. Grateful to have called you a friend and mentor, Matt. Thank you for always sharing your love of animals with me. Prayers to the Brokaw family during this difficult time.

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  4. Going to miss our conversations about sports and your sons’ baseball. Taking comfort knowing you are no longer in sickness, but truly healed.

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  5. I will always miss Matt’s smile and he was a good boss when I worked for the Thunder!!! I’ll never forget Matt’s love for Jessica and the boys!!!! Rest in peace my friend!!!

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  9. I will always be grateful to have had you has a friend, during your 25 year career with the Thunder. Was fun hanging out, watching you grow into your roll, and then watching you become the husband and father that you were.

    Prayers be with Jessica and the boys, and the rest of your family during this time. Thank you for being you and always taking the time to talk and say hi

    Rest in peace my friend and thanks for the memories and kindness you showed us all. God Bless

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  10. Matt always brought a smile and laughter wherever he went, and his friendship brought much joy into my life. I am saddened to hear of his passing, but his memory will live on within each of us, keeping our spirits warm. Rest in peace my friend!

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  11. Sending tons of love and prayers. Matt was such a great boss when I worked with the Thunder! You’re going to be missed in the sports world.

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  12. So sad. Matt always had a smile on his face and a nice talk whenever we saw each other at the rinks. He loved his family. RIP Matt.

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  16. Matt was a good guy . Worked with him on our advertising campaign at Brit Brown arena for many years.. I wish him God speed and good rest .. we’ll see him one day I feel sure…

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  17. Matt you were a great guy, our family was really blessed to of known you through your family ties to our past neighbors and blessed family. You will always be in our thoughts. Rest In Peace. The Johnson Family. Michael, Kathy, Diego.

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  21. Jessie, Max, & Cam – wishing you all love, comfort and peace. Matt was a great guy and will be missed by many.
    Love Aunt Melisa & Uncle Ed

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  22. Matt worked at my restaurant Chateau Briand as a bus boy. Until he joined the military. He dated my daughter Stephanie. He was an excellent employee. I will pray for his soul and his family as I to am a Catholic. I know he will be missed.

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  23. Rest in peace, Matt.
    I’ve known Matt since kindergarten, and he has been a dear friend to me throughout the years. Even after moving away and then coming back, I treasured the time spent enjoying Thunder games thanks to him with my family. I’ve been so proud of his journey and watching his family grow. He had such a contagious laugh and a loving heart for his community. He will be deeply missed.

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  24. Matt,
    You were always friendly and easy to talk to. Your sports passion was evident every game, every time I saw you at Thunder games. Even though it has been several years since I last saw you I will always remember your zest for life. May comfort surround your wife and kids during this time. God bless. Prayers for your entire family.

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  26. My thoughts and prayers are with Matt’s family and the entire Thunder family. We started at the Thunder within a couple weeks of each other. We had so much fun working together. Going over to the ice rink to play bubble hockey during our “breaks” where he always beat me. Going to the after parties. Always laughing and having fun. Matt got me into fantasy football where we’d laugh so hard and make fun of each other at the annual draft. Once family and kids came along we got to share our boys successes with each other. I loved coming back for the games and talking with Matt about the direction life was taking us. Matt will be missed by so many. I’m so thankful our paths crossed for so many years and I’m proud to call him a friend. RIP Brokaw.

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  27. We lost a good man… who loved his family, his friends and his peers. He will be respected as a Wichita Thunder OG. What he did for the Franchise over the many years through the thick and thin will not be forgotten. It won’t be the same not seeing you roam the halls of The Vault, visiting with fans and doing your thing. Thank you for everything, my friend. May peace and comfort rest with your family. You will be truly missed.

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  28. I am so sorry to hear about Matt’s passing. I’ll always remember him from our college days and good times we shared. Thinking of you and sending my deepest condolences.

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  29. We are so sorry to hear about Matt’s passing. We only knew your family for a short time with shared baseball, but wanted to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
    – Kassey, Adam, Nick and Olivia Van Gieson

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  31. I hadn’t seen Matt since college but have nothing but great memories of him and his kind/gentle personality. I’m enjoying reading about his long career in sports and seeing how many lives he touched. My heart goes out to you, Jessica, and your family.

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  32. I hadn’t seen Matt in a while, but whenever I think of him, I can still vividly see his big smile, hear that hearty laugh he had, and I’ll always respect him for the passion he brought to everything he did. He was a good one. A fun one. An honorable man. May God rest his soul and look after his family.

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