Matt was born and raised in Glasgow, Scotland as an only child. Matt spent many years continuing his education through his PhD. He lived in multiple places in Scotland, England and Canada until finally settling in Cupertino, California in 1967
Matt worked for Lockheed Missiles and Space Division for 37 years before retiring and moving to Aptos.
Matt was very involved in youth athletics while his own children were competing, as well as for many years after. He was part of a group that was instrumental in bringing soccer to Cupertino. Matt gave of his time to coach, as well as organizational boards in youth soccer, ice hockey and softball.
Survived by loving wife Anne, "Dad" to Stephen (Jenna), Ali (Terri), Janice (Hoss), Christopher (Dana) and Nori (Jay), and "Granda" to Chantal, Bret, Iain, Connor, Colin, Victoria, Sydnie, Ryan, Madeleine, Callum and Matt, Great-grandchildren Melodie and Declan
He was a very loving and committed husband, father, friend and mentor.
A special thank you from our family to the entire staff at Aegis of Aptos Assisted Living for their around the clock care and support of both Matt, and Anne.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Hospice of Santa Cruz County... https://www.hospicesantacruz.org/donate/
A celebration of Matt's life will be scheduled at a future date.
Even though I did not know Mr McCargo, I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to his family. Acts 24 : 15, Psalms 37 : 29, Isaiah 25 verse 8 gives us more comfort for today and hope for the future. Just think how much God wants us to live forever and how much he loves us and how we will see our loved one's again.
I worked in Mathew's research group way back in the late 1970's. He encouraged and supported my desire and efforts to start my own research company.which I did. He was a neat guy and I like "Mathew" a lot! I use to tease him about being the real "Hound of the Baskervilles" running around the moors of Scotland. Rest in Peace, Mathew!!! My truest sympathies to his family for their loss.
Matt was my soccer coach for many years growing up in Cupertino. His son Chris an I were good friends and played many years of soccer together. I will remember Matt as one of my best coaches. I still train and play today as a 53 year old, using many of his drills and techniques he taught me. I am sorry to hear of his passing. Rich Ignatowicz
Matt & Pat coached me & Ally. They did what is now unacceptable, they yelled then made us drill which made us win! Matt & Pat were loyal men and found a friendship in this new country they found themselves in. Even though they literally lived on opposite sides of the train track. Love to you Anne - Missy Flavin
