Dr. Matthew Philip Hollis' Obituary
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Matthew Philip Hollis, age 44, of Memphis, TN, who passed away on September 16, 2025. Matt was born on November 18, 1980 and grew up in Clarksville, TN. Even as a child, Matt was known for his insatiable curiosity and love of telling jokes. He attended Middle Tennessee State University and The University of Memphis.
Dr. Hollis, as Matt was professionally known, built a career in audiology spanning almost two decades. Most recently he served as a Clinical Instructor in Audiology at The University of Memphis where he was known for his professional integrity, patient care, mentorship, and vestibular expertise. Outside of work, Matt enjoyed reading, programming, and playing racquetball. Friends, family, and coworkers will remember him for his dedication to his patients and students, his sarcasm, and his famous chocolate chip cookies. His family was known as the "family away from family" to many of the graduate audiology students, hosting them at holidays and informal gatherings while they completed their studies at The University of Memphis.
Matt is survived by his wife and partner in life of 20 years, Caroline, and their son, Emerson. He is also survived by his parents, Phil and Debbie Hollis, his sister Lindsey (Josh) Brewer, and niece Hadley Brewer, as well as many other loving relatives and friends.
A visitation and informal Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, October 3, 2025, from 3:00-6:00 pm at Memorial Park Funeral Home. Family and friends are invited to gather, share stories, and honor a life well lived. Matt would not want anyone to get dressed up in fancy clothes for this event, so please feel free to wear your funniest or most sarcastic t-shirt when you join together to celebrate his legacy.
In lieu of flowers, the family would like to recommend the Memphis Speech and Hearing Center Client Assistance Program (CAP) to help patients with the cost of services and/or hearing devices, or to the West Cancer Foundation in honor of the amazing dedication of Matt's hematology team and their tireless treatment and care for his quality of life until the end.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee 38119 (901) 767-8930. “Where Memphis comes to remember, since 1924.”
What’s your fondest memory of Matthew?
What’s a lesson you learned from Matthew?
Share a story where Matthew's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Matthew you’ll never forget.
How did Matthew make you smile?