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Matthew Bright Obituary
He was in the fourth grade at North Belmont Elementary and excelled in math and science. He loved school and especially learning new things.
As an active member of the Boy Scouts, he loved nature and all of God's creations. He enjoyed racing and was known as the "Lego King."
Above all, Matthew loved the Lord and had a strong belief in the power of prayer. He would often ask "will you pray for me?" He never passed an opportunity for prayer. He also had a knowledge and understanding that nothing can separate us from the love of God (Romans 8:38-39). Although we know he's loving his new heavenly home, he will be sorely missed by his family and friends. He will live on in the hearts of many people who were touched by his life.
Matthew is survived by his loving parents, Mark and Jennifer Bright; his sister Megan; grandparents Richard Bright, William and Sally Wolff and Donald and Marilyn Davison; many aunts, uncles and cousins.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, September 17, 2008 at Harry & Bryant Company, 500 Providence Rd., Charlotte. A private graveside service for family members will be held on Friday.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Matt Bright Memorial Fund, c/o Grace Covenant Church, 1800 South Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28203.
The family wishes to thank everyone for their support, especially their prayers over the past two years, and the exceptional care he received at CMC.
We know that our God Reigns! And His mercies endure forever!
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Bright
Michael Pilmer
October 11, 2008
Mark,
A random internet search led me to this tragic news, and I am deeply sorry to hear about Matthew's passing so early in life.
I haven't talked to you in...umm...maybe 20+ years? We went to Junior High School together in Charlotte, NC. Our clique was you, me, Jeremy Jolly, etc.
My thoughts are with you, and I wish all the best to you & your family.
alyssa & sarah nixon
September 26, 2008
he was in my class at north belmont elementry.He was my friend.I miss him sitting at my table.me and my sister will pray for the people that miss him. ***alyssa & sarah***
Fatima Dean
September 25, 2008
Ms. Bright,
We are very sorry for your loss, and although we do not know you personally, we consider any YMCA employee like family. You and your family are in our prayers.
The Redwoods Group
Jeremy Jolly
September 18, 2008
Mark, You were a great friend to me and i have thought of you often. I am deeply sorry for the loss of your son Matthew.You are in mine and my family's prayers.
Hannah Laughrun
September 18, 2008
I will miss my friend very much. I remember seeing him and talking to him at school. He was a very good friend. I will keep you in my prayers at church.
Amy & Ethel Walters
September 18, 2008
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. We just recently learned that he had been sick when you came to Little Ceasars and spoke to Kateland. I was on the gazette webpage and saw the article about the balloon release at NB Elementary. I am sure that it isn't much help but now he is at peace wtih God. Our prayers are with your family.
Steve, Martha, Christian, and Alaina Collins
September 18, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will be praying for you.
Trevar Farmer & family
September 17, 2008
I enjoyed getting to know him and calling him my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Ellen godwin
September 17, 2008
Jennifer.please know we are praying.foryour peace.in knowing you have AWELL LITTLE ONE in heaven.So keep your eyes on god cause your angle is with our great god keeping him safe and well. sincerly Ellen at the Dowd FitnessBar
Tina Sagisi
September 17, 2008
Mark, Jennifer, and Megan,
I am very sorry to hear of Matthew's death. He was always a delightful and loving child. You are in my prayers!
Alisha Lundy
September 17, 2008
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
breanna crawford
September 17, 2008
sorry what happened he'll still be in your heart? even if you cant see him i went to school with matthew he was a good friend.
Tabitha Spencer
September 17, 2008
I am praying for your family. Matt was a wonderful, courageous boy. I am blessed to have known him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tabitha, Terry, Nick and Noah Spencer
Donna Russell
September 17, 2008
Mark, Jennifer and Megan,
Our hearts go out to you on your loss of Matthew. Although we didn't know him very well, we shared in Megan's stories of her brother and his battle with cancer. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna Russell & Erin Kelly
(Girl Scout Cadette Troop #36)
Nancy Bebber
September 17, 2008
Dear Jennifer, Megan and Mark, I was so very saddened to hear the news. I have marveled from the beginning of Matthew's journey through this illness at the miracles God gave him. You and your family went from no hope to Blessed hope. I followed Matthew's journey through Caringbridge.org. My church, Harmony United Methodist in Concord has kept Matthew and your family in prayer during his illness. I showed his photo one Sunday and told them "look what prayer can do." I previously worked (in the same building at Copy Service & Supply)with your (Jennifer) cousin Maria Cline and learned of Matthew's illness through her. I immediately got all of my church members praying and all of my web prayer wheels started. Even after I left the company I continued to follow Matthew's journey and the prayers never stopped. On your last update Sept. 3rd he seemed to be thriving so imagine my shock when I received the email the other day. My granddaughter walked over to me, put her arms around me and said, "It will be ok Nana, he's well now and he is playing with Jesus." It's amazing how those simple words from a 5 1/2 year old brought such a peace over me. I know Matthew is in a better place, that doesn't make the pain of losing him go away. But, it just makes us strive to be better Christians so we will assure ourselves we will see him one day. I never had the chance to meet him but I feel I know him from Caringbridge.com. My heart hurts for you, I can't imagine your pain, I've never been where you are right now. Rejoice now for he is walking hand in hand now with Jesus. Matthew was a fighter, I am sure you are very proud of his bravery he has shown through his battle with cancer. He was on my mind all day Sunday, now I know why. I will continue to keep your family in prayer. God Bless You,
John Dorsey
September 16, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
John Dorsey (Gastonia First Assembly Choir)
Elizabeth Wilson
September 16, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now and in the days to come. May God Bless you and keep you.
~Elizabeth & Family
Cheyenne Hunt
September 16, 2008
I am sorry for your loss.. my prayers are with your family.
Arielle Reid
September 16, 2008
Bright Family, my prayers go out to you all and I am truly sorry for the loss of Matthew Bright. I had the wonderful opportunity of being a good friend of Megan Bright but i never met Matt personally but it still affects me one day we will see him again in heaven.
michelle hill
September 16, 2008
you and the entire family is in my thought and prayers he was awesome little boy just rember he is in heaven and he will be your guardian angel just rember he is running playing on the street of gold and he is not sick any more sorry for the lost of your son
September 16, 2008
MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS. IT IS SO WONDERFUL TO KNOW THAT LITTLE MATTHEW KNEW SO MUCH ABOUT GOD AND PRAYER. PRAISE GOD HE IS NO LONGER SICK AND HE IS IN THE ARMS OF HIS SAVIOR. YES, IT IS A SAD TIME BUT IT IS ALSO A JOYFUL TIME BECAUSE HE HAS GONE HOME AND IT WON'T BELONG( MOM & DAD )BEFORE YOU WILL SEE YOUR ANGEL AGAIN. KEEP LOOKING UP JESUS IS COMING SOON. MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU. YOU DON'T KNOW ME BUT WE ALL ARE SISTERS AND BROTHERS IN CHRIST JESUS.
YOUR SISTER IN CHRIST
VICKIE MORGAN
JESSICA COCHRAN
September 16, 2008
To the Bright family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart really goes out to you. I lost my daughter, Amber Cochran, at age 11 of cancer. Please know that you are not alone and I will be praying for you. God Bless You.
DEAR LORD,
I AM COMING TO YOU AND ASKING FOR YOU TO COMFORT THE BRIGHT FAMILY. I KNOW THE PAIN THAT THEY ARE GOING THROUGH RIGHT NOW. I ASK YOU TO GIVE THEM A PEACE. ALSO REASSURE THEM THAT IF THEY SERVE AND LOVE YOU THAT THEY WILL BE REUNITED WITH MATTHEW AGAIN. UNTIL THAT DAY PLEASE CONTINUE TO POUR YOUR LOVE ALL OVER THEM.
IN JESUS NAME...AMEN
ally cauthen
September 16, 2008
bright family.. my thoughts and prayers are with you all. especially with the loss of matt. even with cancer he was so happy and enerjetic that you would never know. but things always happen for a reason and we can look forward to seeing him one day in heaven!
Carmen Starnes
September 16, 2008
Mark, Jennifer, and Megan,
My heart just grieves. I am truly sorry to hear of Matt's passing. It saddens me so. You all know how much I loved (and still do) Matthew and you all, too! Thank you for allowing me the opportuntiy to care for him as a baby. I enjoyed every minute with him. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Catherine Bumgardner
September 16, 2008
I remember the day that I went home with Megan from school. Later that day her brother came home with her Dad. We had so much fun, just playing games and everything. When Matthew came home i knew he had cancer but that didn't affect me or make me judge him the wrong way.He was so energetic you couldn't even tell. I wish i would have had another chance to go over there before this happened but things happened for a reason.I will miss Matthew truly but i will always remember the time i had with you all.My prayers will alwasy be with you.
Joanne Robinson
September 16, 2008
May the Lord watch over you, holding you in His arms for the kind of comfort that only He can give.
Jill James
September 16, 2008
Mark, Jen, and Megan....You are in our thoughts & prayers through this difficult time. Matthew was a wonderful, sweet and caring boy who loved life through his long journey, God takes the special ones for a reason, I'm glad that I got the chance to meet him, and my son, Logan and Matthew became good friends over the past two years while in the same class, I know that he is missed by his classmates' & the teachers' at North Belmont.
Cynthia Kendall
September 16, 2008
Our love and prayers go out to your family in the loss of your beloved Matt. We know you'll miss him greatly, but our hearts were comforted to read of his great faith and enduring relationship with his Jesus. We look forward along with you to seeing him again someday.
The Kendalls- Cynthia, Rebekah & Jameson
Belmont Fire Dept C Shift
September 16, 2008
Our throughts and prayers are with you.
Angel Hildebrand
September 16, 2008
I Do Believe by Jennifer Janiszewski
There is nothing I can do,
to make him come back.
There are no words I can say,
that can replace the words you long to hear.
There are no answer's I can give,
that will satisfy your questions
There is not another soul I can introduce you to that will ever replace his. And, there is no love I can offer that will ever replace the love you shared. I can not promise your broken heart will ever be complete.
I will not say it could have been worse.
I will not deny it was a tragedy
I will not lie and tell you he will come back.
He never really left. I do promise he hears you when you speak.
I will say he loves you no matter the distance.
I will not deny he is in a better place
And, I will not lie; he is waiting to greet you someday.
He is every step you take.
He is in everything you do.
He is the air you breathe.
He is every beat of your heart.
“He is like the wind. You can not see him...but you will always feel him" .
May God comfort you during this time.
With love and Prayers,
Angel Hildebrand
Cheryl and JP Brackman
September 16, 2008
We always admired Matt's wonderful attitude.
He was wise beyond his years.
His spirit will live on.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his family.
Love and Blessings,
Joyce Quinn
September 16, 2008
Mark, Jennifer & Megan - That is such a beautiful writeup about Matthew. I know he was a special son and brother and all of you will miss him tremendously. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He is in God's arms now with no pain and a perfect body. He will brighten heaven as one of God's little angels.
Crystal Bourgeois
September 16, 2008
My thought and prayers go out to the family of Matthew Stephens Bright. A little word to the parents, GOD only takes little angels like Matthew when GOD can not do without him, trust that GOD needs him and he will always be the little angel that he as always been to you. Remember the smiles, laughter, and love you have for him because he will bring blessings and understanding to the entire family. With all my love and grace unto you all. God Bless you,
Shar Atkins
September 16, 2008
Dear Jenn and Family,
You have walked a journey no one would willingly chose. And through it all, you kept the focus on Christ. He has honored your faithfulness. Jenn, I will always remember the time you spoke to your concerned co-workers in the lobby of the Y. We all marveled at your faith and dignity that day. Your family will remain in my prayers. Please come visit, if you are ever in Charleston, SC (Pam has my number).
Becki, Jaci, Brooke and John Heffner
September 16, 2008
Matt was my favorite right fielder throughout the years that I have coached for Belmont Parks and Rec. He always brought a smile to my face when I would look out in right field and there he sat playing with the bug in the grass or chasing the butterfly above his head and laughing. It was a pleasure to coach him and to get to know your family. My daughter was recently diagnosed with a serious disease and is currently taking chemo from the same oncology group at CMC. We actually saw Matthew's picture the other day in the lab room. I have no idea what you must be going through right now and I'm not sure I would be able to handle it however I do know everything happens for a reason and I'm certain Matt is having a great time in heaven chasing butterflies and playing with the bugs. We will continue to pray for you as we have done over the past few years.
Rita Paluszak and family
September 16, 2008
Matthew was a sweet boy and I am so grateful to have met him and worked with him through Cub Scouts. He was a shining example of the Cub Scout motto - Do Your Best. His smile always gave me a lift. Thank you for sharing him with us. I will miss him.
Tina McCorkle
September 16, 2008
May God bless your family in this time of need. Matt will be missed by all who knew him. You guys will be in our prayers constantly. You now have a little "angel" watching over each and one of you.
Much love,
Kevin, Tina, Hunter, & Kennedy McCorkle
Vina McCorkle
September 16, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of need.
Sarah Tolbert
September 16, 2008
I pray for you and hope you find comfort knowing Matthew is healed. Trust in the Lord with all your heart, do not depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and He will direct your path. Proverbs 3:5-6
Jennifer Grubb
September 16, 2008
Jennifer and Mark-
I am so sorry for your loss. I know that Matthew fought a long fight and now in heaven he has no more pain. May God be with you and your family during this time.
Amy Woods
September 16, 2008
May you be comforted during this difficult time with love and prayers from those around you. I know you will miss Matthew greatly.
We thank you God for the time Matthew was with us and now praise you God that he is with you, whole and healed.
May you have peace which surpasses all understanding.
Love,
Amanda Herring
September 16, 2008
i am sorry for the loss of your son but it is Heavens gain I couldn't imagine losing my child but the only thing that can get you through is prayer and knowing that one day you will see him again our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Mark and Misty Mills & Family
September 16, 2008
Our prayer are with you in this time of breavement. May God continue to bless, strengthen and comfort you. We will continue to keep you in our prayers.
Claire Wilson
September 16, 2008
Your faith in Jesus is a shining light. May Our Lord comfort your heart and uplift your spirit as He cares for you.
Angela Cuthbertson
September 16, 2008
It's extremely difficult to lose a child and a such a child that God has lent us while here on earth. I encountered Matt only once during his earthly journey and was so impressed by his presence. God has truly blessed the Bright family, not only with Matt, but with Megan, too! May God continue to be with you and know that our Saviour has restored Matt to perfect form! He will be missed.
jan morton
September 15, 2008
very sorry for the lose if your son at such a young age but he is in a better place now. he is in the hands of god now,,god bless the family
Tom, Janice and Katie Nencetti
September 15, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep the family in our thoughts and prayers daily. We pray God sends His peace and comfort to Mark, Jennifer and Megan. Matthew was an inspiration to us all.
Vicki Worley
September 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayer's are with you all, I had a Son born Sept 11,1984, and i lost him July 25,1989, and i know how you feel, i have been there. The way i deal with it, God needed another Angel.
Caitlin Bumgardner
September 15, 2008
I remember when me and my mom first mett him when we came to pick up Catherine. He was so energetic and happy.
Im very sorry that you lost him at such a young age but he is in a better place now.
Carson Muse
September 15, 2008
Sorry for the loss, everyone will miss Matt horribly.
Carson Muse
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