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Renard Matthews Obituary

Renard Joseph Matthews entered into eternal rest on Monday, June 25, 2018. Renard is a native of New Orleans, LA., and attended Mc Donogh 35 High School. He leaves to cherish precious memories his mother, Temeka Matthews; three sisters, Reion Carter, Miracle and Merlecedes Matthews. Grandmothers, Regina Matthews and Delores Carter. Seven uncles, four aunts and a host of cousins and friends. Renard was preceded in death by his father, Renard J. Carter, Jr., stepfather, Merle H. Offray, great grandmothers Florence Clark and Delores Richardson and grandfather Renard J. Carter, Sr. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral. A Celebration of Life honoring Renard Joseph Matthews, will be held at Charbonnet Labat Glapion Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip Street, New Orleans, LA 70116 on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at 9 AM. Interment Providence Memorial Park. Visitation 8 AM IN THE FAMILY CENTER. A public viewing will be held in the Charbonnet Family Center, 1615 St. Philip Street, on Sunday, July 8, 2018 from 5 PM - 7 PM. Guestbook Online: www.charbonnetfuneralhome.com Charbonnet Labat Glapion, Directors (504) 581-4411

Published by The Times-Picayune from Jul. 5 to Jul. 8, 2018.
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Nephew You Are Still Missing Down Here, Look Over Your Grandmother Delores Carter and The Family. Your Mom Really Miss You. Continue To R. I. H.
You May Be Gone But You Will Never Be Forgotten

Deborah Carter Bates

Family

June 29, 2023

We still miss you buddy, but know you're having the time of your life with Jesus. We'll see you again soon in Heaven!

Sam Provance

Friend

June 29, 2021

Hi Nephew, Just Stopping by To Show You Some Love, You Know You Are Truly Miss Down Here, Tell The Family Hello Sending Love To You All. Keep Looking Over the Family Especially You Mother and Grandma Dee Dee They Still Trying To Heal. Love You We Will Miss In Heaven IAM Praying for Your Mother and Sisters.

Deborah L Bates

Family

July 11, 2020

Ron, I will forever be grateful I got to experience life with you. I love you and will forever be missing you! You were definitely a soul worth experiencing. HAPPY HEAVENLY 20th BIRTHDAY!!!!

Family

July 10, 2020

Ive never met somebody so happy in my life, all you did was smile .

April 4, 2020

Hey Ron, I know heaven is lovely; wish I could see your smiling face or hear your corny jokes. We miss your presence, but I find peace in knowing that youre okay and happy up there. Ill always be forever grateful I got to experience 17years of life with you.
- I love you always and forever.

Family

March 30, 2020

Another year without you WOW.. Its so hard to accept the fact that your gone forever. I know that your with us spiritually, but I just wish you was here with us physically. NOTHING is the same without you Ron Im heartbroken I never knew I could hurt like this and everyday life goes on and your not here to experience it with us the pain feels different everyday. I try to stay positive and think about all the jokes you made, your smile, your laughter, and etc I try to think of all of the good times to block out the fact that your not here but I feel empty. I just hope you knew how much you are loved. ALWAYS AND FOREVER.

Family

January 15, 2020

I miss you more and more everyday.. I didnt know how much I could miss someone until I lost you. It hurts even more because I know I cant get you back here with us. I just have sooooo many questions Ronnie but I promise to not lose faith. Continue to watch over the family I LOVE YOU.

November 15, 2019

Hey cousin, hey brother, hey bestfriend.. so many titles you had in my life and Im just so lost without you Ronnie. Im currently trying to prepare myself for your 19th birthday Im not ready..nor will I ever be ready to celebrate any of your birthdays without you. I thought this pain would get easier but it has only gotten harder Im learning to cope with it I just wish that this wasnt our reality it feels like Im dreaming interminable. I love you forever!

Family

July 8, 2019

I think about you EVERYDAY. I hear you voice everywhere. I miss your laughter, your warm spirit, and your gentle hugs. I never knew what it felt like to be broken until I lost you. Ill never be the same and Im not sure if thats a good or bad thing, but I do know that Ill never stop asking God Why? Nor will I ever lose faith in him. He has a purpose for everything and Ill be waiting till the day he reveals the purpose of taking you away from us, and still that day I may not understand but Ill TRUST. I LOVE YOU SOOOOOO MUCH AND I WISH YOU WERE HERE WITH US.

Family

June 22, 2019

Rest up bro still think about you all the time that stuff that happen with you still unbelievable

LaRon Moore

Friend

August 14, 2018

Rest in peace Ronnie, you are missed by many. Life will not be the same without you. We all are trying to figure out how can we ease the pain in our hearts. We love you forever, and always will.

August 6, 2018

Rest In Peace son. May God comfort your family.

De Wayne Smith

August 5, 2018

I came across this on the internet and it really touched me deeply. Why??? I have just one son of my own, reminds me a lot of Renard; he too is around the same height, plays and loves basketball, video games, etc. He's just 16 years old. Can't imagine the kind of pain and hurt that comes behind losing a child. My condolences to the family.

Ron Wiliams

July 15, 2018

You are dearly missed my brother. See you in Heaven!

Sam Provance

July 15, 2018

Please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your dear loved one. We are so saddened and so sorry. John 6:40

Jean Diggs

July 14, 2018

My condolences to the family may you find comfort in all the beautiful memories of Renard knowing you will meet him again on the other side ❤

Villasteen Collard

July 12, 2018

My deepest condolences to the entire family. Words cannot express how heavy my heart is. I cannot even begin to imagine what you all are going through. I pray you all find comfort in knowing Ronnie's death is not in vine, he has definitely touched the lives of people all around the world. And, he has helped so many people in a way that he probably never imagined. He is truly an angel. Praying that God provides strength and comfort during this difficult time.

Carlette Green-Durand

July 12, 2018

Prayers of peace and comfort to you all during this time.

A Sister In Christ

July 12, 2018

After reading about Renard, I want to send my sincere condolences to his family.

July 12, 2018

My condolences goes out to his family and friends.

Janetta Cleveland

July 11, 2018

I'm so sorry for the loss of your beautiful son. May God Almighty increase love, peace and mercy to you all to help you endure this very difficult time.

Clara Gilmore

July 11, 2018

Condolences

Conor Dunphy

July 11, 2018

I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful son.

Joanne Walker

July 11, 2018

Dear Father God Almighty, please envelop this family with your love. Please grant them peace in this time. In Jesus name.

Kay

July 11, 2018

Belated condolences to the family and friends of Renard. I'm sorry for your loss. May our heavenly father continue to comfort you. A neighbor

July 11, 2018

Would like to extend my condolences to the family of this young man. Very heart breaking to hear this. My heart goes out to his parents

Kelly Chavez

July 11, 2018

May the Lord wrap his arms around you and family.

Dawn

July 11, 2018

Sending prayers and love from Georgia. I hate to hear of such things like this occurring. I'm sorry for your loss May God guard and protect you all in this difficult time!!

Kimberly Taylor

July 11, 2018

I'm sending you and your family our condolences and we will continue to pray for you

July 10, 2018

all tho i never met him i hope the famly can take sum comfort nowing that this has touched me pesonal as new dad , that people do care iam so sorry for your loss , its heavens gain god bless him and his famly freinds from boston

grizz cook

July 10, 2018

I would like to send my condolences to the Reynard family. My heart goes out to you. My heart breaks for you because I look at this sweet and innocent child just starting his life. May God continue to give you strength to endure the challenging days ahead. May he quiet the pain in your heart when you long for him to still be here. May God be with you.

July 10, 2018

lin Stewart

July 10, 2018

Heather Bisaillon

July 10, 2018

RIP Renard, I didn't know you I saw your story in the news, so sad you were taken way too young .

Heather Bisaillon

July 10, 2018

Deepest condolences, beautiful young man. May you find peace in your fondest memories. I saw your family's tribute online and was also moved like many others to write....God bless you.

D Webb

July 10, 2018

Sending my condolences to the family of this young man. May God comfort you all and just remember he's in a much better place than we're living in.

Tameika H

July 10, 2018

WE never knew Renard but he appears to have an extremely fine young man. His family's tribute to him was so touching that we can not find adequate words to describe how moved we are. We are complete strangers and still can't think of any greater personal loss than what the family is experiencing. Are hearts go out to all of you.
Dennis and Mary Ann Burke

July 10, 2018

Tyese

July 10, 2018

I just read about this tragedy this morning and have been affected by it all day. I am so sorry for your loss and can't imagine what you all are going through. Sending prayers of strength and peace.

Brandy

July 10, 2018

We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family. When Renard would come outside to play with our son, he's always shown respect and he was, indeed, one of the sweetest young men I've had the opportunity to meet. He may be gone from our sight, but never from our hearts and he'll never be forgotten. We will continue to pray for you all and know that we are here. We pray that you find comfort in the constant love of others surrounding you. May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.
Your neighbors

Roland and Kelly

July 10, 2018

My condolences to the Matthews and Carter families in your time of need. God bless you all

Kionne Cottrell

July 10, 2018

I'm sorry for you lost you will be missed remember we all use to go to may's Prep boy that was the day remember prom you had on that all white with them kds looking handsome get your rest baby

Ladaria Mccoy

July 10, 2018

May God Bless & be forever a bank for your soul

Joyce Wilkerson

July 10, 2018

May God Bless & be forever a bank for our soul

Joyce Wilkerson

July 10, 2018

I am so very sorry for your loss.

July 10, 2018

Sorry for your loss.

Alicia Scott

July 10, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. My the God of all comfort be with you at this most difficult time. Ps 51:17

July 10, 2018

May you rest in Heaven...my thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends.

Rosa Chappell

July 10, 2018

Pat Grosse

July 10, 2018

My sympathy to the family of this young man. Praying for all family members during this time. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow

Pat Grosse

July 10, 2018

Sending My Prayers. Family Stay Strong. Asking God To Comfort You All Especially His Mother and Grandmother Delores Carter I know this is hard but through God's grace and mercy God is with you covering you all with his Precious Blood giving you the strength and comfort that you all need to go thru this is hard. But God is a good god he's a great and awesome God He their with you all Cause He Said He would never leave us nor forsake us just hold on to God's unchanging hand. Look for Healing Through God's Grace n Mercy. I am Praying For You

Love My Carter Family

Deborah Bates

July 10, 2018

My condolences to the family.

Norma Peyton

July 10, 2018

Prayers for the family

Shay

July 10, 2018

Prayers for comfort.

Rebecca S

July 10, 2018

Jennifer Wilkes

July 10, 2018

I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray that Renard's life lives on in your hearts.

Katie

July 10, 2018

May God Bless you and your family until the beautiful day you are reunited.

Pam Janssen

July 10, 2018

Reynard was in my French class. He was a quiet and nice student. I used to stay on him about him coming to school and to my class. My most heartfelt condolences to his family. I'm heartbroken. Prayers to you all

Celeste Spencer

July 9, 2018

I read about your story on the internet. GOD BLESS you. May your family find peace and your soul be at ease.

Gabriel Cardenas

July 9, 2018

R.I.P. Young Man..Rest in the arm's of the Lord. Sending up Prayers for You're Family & My Condolences

Marlene lyde

July 9, 2018

May God bless your family during this time. Rest in peace young black angel.

Toni Blackburn

July 9, 2018

R.I.P Young man

David G

July 9, 2018

Our condolences ! Sorry for your loss. The Bourgeois Family from Los Angeles Calif. May he rest in peace

J Bourgeois

July 9, 2018

MAY GOD COVER & COMFORT THE BEREAVED FAMILY OF RENARD MAY RENARD REST IN PEACE GOD BLESS

Mo Taylor

July 9, 2018

I am so sorry for the loss of this young man. My prayers to the family.

M. Antonio

July 9, 2018

Myra Rockett

July 9, 2018

I am glad to see you choose a different and remember him this way, what a beautiful way of doing so. I don't know him but will remember this remarkable young man. May God bless you. Prayers for comfort as the days, weeks, months and years ahead.

Jennifer Parks

July 9, 2018

Send my deepest condolences and prayers to the family. I am truly sorry for your loss

Kwana Parker

July 9, 2018

I I LOVE YOU SO MUCH REEDY AND I JOPE YOU AND YOUR FAKILY FEEL BETTER HE IN A BETTER PLACE SIS YALL DONT CRY IM HERE THROUGH AND FOR WHATEVER ~gshine Jane Gregorell missy and nia

July 9, 2018

Condolences to the family of this young man

Lucious Hicks

July 9, 2018

Rhonda Davila

July 9, 2018

barbara

July 9, 2018

Prayers for you and your family.

The Mackey family

July 9, 2018

Sorry for the loss of your child.. praying for comfort..To Be Absent in the body's s to be prescence with the LORD

Takeysha Gray

July 9, 2018

Wishing for you and your family Peace to bring you Comfort, Courage to face days ahead and Loving Memories to forever hold in y'all heart.

Weeping may linger for the night, but joy comes with the morning, Psalm 30:5

Doyle-Frank-Johnston Family

Desire St

July 9, 2018

My heart felt condolences to the family. May God of all comfort give you comfort and peace during your time of sorrow.

July 9, 2018

The loss of a loved one is painful and it will be hard at times trying to express to others how you really feel. Those who love you understand and will be by you to help you through this most difficult time. (Proverbs 17:17)

Christine

July 8, 2018

To Temeka and family, my condolences to you and family. Praying for you all

Tanika B

July 7, 2018

May you take comfort in the fact that god will make you firm and he will make you strong in your time of sorrow

July 6, 2018

My Deepest Codolences to the Family still praying for your strenght

Lisa Rayfield

July 6, 2018

Sheila Ross

July 6, 2018

REST IN HEAVEN R. MATTHEWS, MAY THE LORD LOOK DOWN ON THE MATTHEWS FAMILY. I SEND MY CONDOLENCES TO ALL OF YOU.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. TO GOD BE THE GLORY.....

DEBRA ROSS

July 6, 2018

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