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for Matt Carrington
J M
May 27, 2025
Love, prayers and blessings to all the family. God Bless You all.
JM
May 27, 2025
Love, prayers and blessings to all the family. God Bless You all.
KRISTI
January 16, 2006
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND WISH YOU PEACE AND HOPE. BOTH PARENTS SEEM SO CARING AND LIKE SUCH NICE PEOPLE, AND MATTHEW SEEMED LIKE A WONDERFUL, NICE, CARING PERSON AS WELL. I ONLY KNOW HIM AND HIS FAMILY THROUGH ARTICLES AND FROM LIVING IN CHICO BUT I FEEL TREMENDOUS SADNESS OVER THIS SENSELESS LOSS.
Nan (Duffey) Johnston
March 5, 2005
Dear Mike,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Matthew. I knew him well and was lucky to spend a lot of time with him as a young boy, he was very gentle, sweet and loving. I lost touch with you over the years, but I do remember how much you loved Matthew and always took such great care of him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of Matthew's family at this difficult time.
Nan
Dianne Evans
February 15, 2005
Michael, When you lived and worked in Little Rock, you often talked about Matthew like a proud father...and rightfully so. I am so sorry to read about this tragic loss. Just know my prayers are with your family.
Susan Smith
February 15, 2005
I didn't know Matt, but I think that Mike is an old friend from some years ago. I remember how proud he was of his son Matt, and that our children shared a birthday.
If this is the same Mike -- I have followed the story in the news and my heart breaks for you. You're in our prayers.
Susan
Ted Udan
February 12, 2005
I never met Matt, but from what his Aunt Carolyn tells me about him, I know that Matt was a great kid. Although taken from us at such a young age, we can rest assure that God has his hand on Matt's life and for that reason we can rejoice in the life the Matt lived. Matt will forever live in the memories the we all keep alive. To the family, may God bless you and comfort you in these hard times. I encourage you to trust in the Lord, invite him into your life as your Lord and Savior so that we may all one day met with Matt again.
"For God so loved the world...He gave his only SON...so that you and I could have everlasting life" John 3:16
God Bless you all
Tom, Kathryn, Aaron & Elliott Martinsen
February 10, 2005
We would just like to say to Debbie, Travis & Greg well always be here if ever you need us and we care about all of you. we will keep Matt in our hearts, as well as all of you, and in this place in our hearts you will all continue to be together alive and happy beyond all time as time has no bondaries. also please know that our lives are enriched because of those in our hearts.
Doris DuBois
February 10, 2005
Dear Debbie, Greg and Travis
We are so sorry about Matthew's passing. We met him only one time but found him to be a very nice, polite and special young man. You all have our deepest sympathy in this most difficult time. Love and prayers are with your family.
Doris, Dennis, and Donna DuBois
Robyn Baquiran
February 9, 2005
Debbie, Greg, and Travis.
I'm so very sorry for your loss. Matt was a great kid. I remember playing with him at my grandmothers pool. I can't imagine sending my baby off to school only to have something like this happen. I hope many learn from his death and prevent senseless loss of life from happening again. My thoughts are with you and Matt today.
Dorothy Aitken
February 9, 2005
We wish we had met Matt after he moved into our Chico house. He sounds like such a great young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends.
Barb Bourke
February 8, 2005
Dearest Debbie,Greg and Travis,
My heart aches for you at such a needless tragedy. I remember Matt as always watching out for the younger kids, especially hiking or rafting in Yosemite. Take care in your heart that he is still watching over them. I no longer work at Cal but still have many contacts and I am in touch with as many young poeple as I can reach. I never want to hear of another child being taken by a senseless practice like hazing. My deepest sympathies are with you now and always. Love,Barb
Wilma Yoke
February 8, 2005
Mathew I didn't get to know you but at least I did get to meet you a few times. I am so glad I did. I am so sad this tragedy happened, but hope others will get the message and not have to suffer as you did. I know God has blessed you and you are with Him now. Aunt Wilma
Gloria Fennell
February 8, 2005
Dear Greg, Debbie, Travis, and Mike:
I cannot imagine the greif all of you are feeling now from this tradgic death. In the loss of dear Matthew his death like all of ours has a purpose. His life may be the one to save many other young mens lives as dear and precious as his.
I leave you with my love and deepest sympathy. My prayer to all of you is:
"Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 (NIV)
John & Sue Burke
February 8, 2005
We would like to express our deepest sympathy. We will be keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sue, John & Emma Burke
Joe & Lee Hess
February 8, 2005
It is hard to find the words to express how much sorrow we feel over your loss of Matt. Our love and prayers, our with you.
Joe and Lee Hess
and family.
Tracie Sweetman
February 8, 2005
I am so sorry that life is so unfair, even tragic at times. It sometimes brings things to us that we weren't expecting and don't know if we can handle. Have peace in knowing that Matt is watching over from heaven. Matt was a great guy who had nothing but a bright and positive future ahead of him. Be proud of the son you raised, and the brother you had.
Know that all of us family members are here for you. All of our hearts ache at this tragedy, and the absence of Matt. He was a special person.
May time brings fond memories in place of present sorrows. My deepest sympathy.
Tracie
Ken and Lois Smith Smith
February 8, 2005
Our hearts are so heavy at loosing you over such a tragedy. We were so proud of you. You always had a smile. So thankful we seen you at Christmas and told you how much we loved you and were so proud of you. There will always be a empty spot. It is comforting to know we will meet you again in Heaven.Our hearts ache for your dear parents and brother Travis. Love POp and Gram
Rich Smith
February 8, 2005
My dearest Debbie, Greg, Travis, Mike,
My heart and deepest sympathy is with you. I still cannot believe that Matthew is not with us any longer. I need to believe that his death will not be in vein. I am praying that this incident may educate our youth and possibly touch one other so they will say "no" to this behavior. Anyone that knew Matt will truly be at a loss without him, but he will always remain in our hearts and memories. God Bless you all.....Rich Smith
Carolyn Castro
February 7, 2005
It's very hard to put in words what I feel when such a tragic death is so close to home. I hope that Matt will be waiting for the rest of us to join him in heaven where we can once again share the love and fellowship we had while on earth. Matt you will be missed. May God be with you. God bless the family, Greg, Debbie, and my nephew Travis. In loving memory, Auntie Carolyn.
Liz & Raine Watts/Carson
February 7, 2005
Dear Michael & family,
Words can't even begin to express the sorrow we feel for your loss. This hits so close to home having a teenager of our own. We hope that the love that you recieve from your family and friends can provide you with some comfort during this time. We wish you peace and love during this difficult time and please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lena O'Neal
February 7, 2005
I did not know Matthew, but when I heard what happened to this brilliant young child, my heart was saddened, and I wish to express my deepest condolences to you and your family.
May you and your family have some comfort and peace to know that Matthew will live forever in spirit and mind.
A well wisher
Pat Kray
February 5, 2005
Dear Debbie,Michael, Travis:
We just wanted to express our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your son & brother.
I know Matt was every mother's dream, the Perfect Son. He was a sweet and gentle soul, who loved his family. I remember him and Travis as loving brothers, and Debbie just so proud of Matt.
May you find peace in the days to come and comfort in the memories and know Matt is now an Angel watching over all of you.
Sincerely,
Bill & Pat Kray
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