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MATTHEW MATT DAVID MILLER DEC. 11, 1982-OCT. 18, 2008 Matt Miller was born in Turlock and died Saturday as the result of an auto accident. Matt was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Turlock and graduated from Sacred Heart School in 1997. He graduated from Turlock High School in 2001 where during his senior year he received a Governor's Scholars Award and a Y. L. I. Scholarship. He loved all sports and was an avid SF Giants and 49'ers fan. He played soccer, CYO basketball, Little League, and Senior League baseball. At THS he played baseball and basketball. As a senior, he received the Scott Ladd Memorial Award for basketball. Matt attended Merced College, CA State University Chico, and was currently attending CA State University Stanislaus. He loved Turlock and his many good friends. Matt is survived by his parents, David and Patricia Miller of Turlock, and his brother, Jeff Miller of Dallas, TX. He also leaves his aunts and uncles, Michael Trindade of Turlock, Jim and Moogie Roeder of Frankfort, KS, Roger and Tamera Trindade of Shasta, and Bill and Barbara Cavner of Atwater; his cousins, John Trindade of Santa Barbara, Joe and Lorna Trindade of Turlock, Brad and Catherine Roeder of Philadelphia, PA, Michael and Sarah Cavner of Irvine, and Elizabeth Cavner of Irvine. We all loved Matt and will miss him so very much. Visitation will take place at Turlock Funeral Home on Thursday, Oct. 23, from 2 p.m. until the Rosary begins at 7:00 p.m., at the same location. An 11:00 Mass will be held on Friday, Oct. 24 at Sacred Heart Church, followed by interment at Turlock Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart School, 1225 Cooper Ave., Turlock, CA 95380. Services have been entrusted to Turlock Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 425 N. Soderquist Rd., Turlock, CA 95380www.modbee.com/obituaries

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Published by Modesto Bee from Oct. 22 to Oct. 23, 2008.

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Angela Whaley

November 17, 2008

Words can not describe how sorry I am for your loss. My heart goes out to the whole Miller family. Jeff, I'm thinking of you often.

Ray Fron

October 27, 2008

Miller Family, My deepest sympathy with your loss and God's gain. I remember Matt from little league and his willingness to do it all. Coach Ray Fron

martha romo

October 24, 2008

mr./mrs. miller please accept my deepest condolences for your loss

giselle murillo

October 24, 2008

my deepest sympathies for you loss. matt was a great person and he will be missed. it was great to know him for the time i did (from sacred heart school days and so on).

Shelly Lucas

October 24, 2008

My husband Tom played softball out at Mt. View with Matt whom always had a big beautiful smile on his face... I heard the terrible news Sat. nt and when I shared it with my husband he was very sad and said Matt was such a great guy..
Our prayers & thoughts are with Matt's parents & good friends..
His smile will live on is everyones hearts 4-ever!
Tom & Shelly Lucas

Derek Coffey

October 24, 2008

Matt was one of the most enjoyable people to be around that I've ever met. I never saw the kid frown, and never meet anyone that didn't love him. I'll miss his handshake and not being able to catch up with him whenever I come home to visit. We'll meet again buddy!

Matt Harden

October 24, 2008

My prayers are with you in your time of need, I only got to meet Matt a couple of times through my friend Matt Marsh and i remember him always having a smile and a great attitude. He will be missed!

Filomena Rocha-Mendes

October 23, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. I'm a mother and I'm with you and your Family.

Jesse Gordier

October 23, 2008

Matt was always an awesome guy. It was a pleasure to know someone of his caliber. A fantastic athlete and all around good person, he will be missed. My prayers go out to him and his loved ones. Rest in peace brother.

Dave and Jean Vasconcellos

October 23, 2008

Our prayers are with you! We will keep Matt in our nightly prayers as we have just been through this 3 yrs. ago when our older son died of a heart attack.Love, Jean & Dave Vasconcellos from Team #19

Harpreet Sahota

October 23, 2008

Matt, rest in peace brother. You are still a great guy and i will always remember the moments we had in high school. It is a big loss to everyone who knew you and i will never forget you bro. Love always, harpreet sahota

Mike & Jerri Pierce

October 23, 2008

Mr. & Mrs. Miller & Family,
We are so sorry to learn of the loss of "Miller". He was a great team mate for many years. Matt was an amazing friend and he will truly be missed. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.

Stanson Trindade

October 23, 2008

I am deeply sorry for your loss. May God and your loved ones help you though this tough time.

Friends from Miles ct

October 23, 2008

Camping at Don Pedro

Dan and Rowena Ballard

October 23, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Matt Ferguson

October 23, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Mandy (Springer) Salyers

October 23, 2008

Parents,Brother and Friends,
Matt was a person we all knew for years, We all knew when he arrived...That Smile he had was breathing his laughter was contagious. Just know the tears will begin to lighten and more of his memories we will remember. Smile with the tears, laugh with the cry, We know Matt is resting his head, A peaceful slumber he is in.Until we see that Handsome Young Man again...He'll be with us again one day.

Matt, We love you dearly

MARK AND MARY (LUIZ) IMBERI

October 23, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

CARMEL LUIZ

October 23, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Maggie, Dave, Amy Sutton & Jonathan Granato

October 23, 2008

Dave, Pat, Jeff and family,
We are so saddened at the thought of what you are going through. We will always remember the days on Miles Ct. as the kids were growing up and that beautiful smile of Matt's. I know that there is a place with God in Heaven for him with the sweet promises of comfort. Our prayers continue for each of you.

Mary Mulgado

October 23, 2008

Mr. & Mrs. Miller & Jeff,
I am truely sorry for what you are all going through. I know that at this moment there are no words that anyone can say that will help ease the pain. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Matt was great!! A beautiful smile he did have, and such an energetic personality. We all will cherish the memories of him and he will never be forgotten. In our hearts he will always be. I know that this time is rough and are only the days to come, but always remember the great moments you had with him and a smile u will get. I know exactly how you are feeling, I too lost a brother. Matt will be missed dearly.

"Your sun will never set again,
and your moon will wane no more;
the LORD will be your everlasting light, and your days of sorrow will end." (Isaiah 60:20 NIV)

The Borba Family

October 23, 2008

Dave & Pat,
We are so sad for you and your family. We can't even imagine your pain at this time. Please know you are in our daily prayers.

Tony & Mary

Bret Rumbeck

October 23, 2008

Matt was one of the best people I've ever been friends with. Running into him around town was always one of my favorite parts about coming back to Turlock....

Jim Marks

October 23, 2008

Dave, Patricia, and Jeff
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for you loss of Matt. No other words are coming. Sorry.
We pray for you every day.
Jim and Marie

Ben, Tasha, & baby Peyton Brahic

October 22, 2008

Matt, you always knew how to "break the ice" in any room with that warm smile. From the days of playing basketball on Drew to the times when I served you a beer or two in Casuelas...I just want to thank you for all the great memories that I will never be able to forget. We will see eachother again!
And to the Miller family, we are truly sorry for this terrible loss. The pain you are going through is something that nobody should ever have to feel. We are praying for your family to be able to gain the strength to forgive and understand that everything happens for a reason. God Bless!

David Bernaciak

October 22, 2008

Miller Family,
It's saddens me greatly to learn of the sudden passing of Matt. Matt and I were on the same little league baseball team years ago. For whatever reason I can hardly remember my other teammates, but I have never forgotten Matt. I would see him out every once in a while and we were able to talk and catch up. One day we will be able to do that again! My thoughts and prayers are with your family

Erica Ingram -(Aceves)

October 22, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Grant and Lisa McMullen (O'Bryan)

October 22, 2008

Miller Family,
We feel so lucky to have had Matt in our lives. He made everyone near him smile with just a look. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. What a privilege it was to be a friend of yours-We love you Matt!

Mills man this is to you. I just want to say I love you. You will always be in my thoughts. I miss you man, and I'll see you later.
Love Grant

Darline Oliveira

October 22, 2008

I didn't know matt very well, but i know that he was a great friend to alot of people and a great guy and always had a smile... I watched him play softball a few times out in crowslanding... I know he is going to be truely missed... your family are in my prayers may god help you guys through this... god bless everyone...

Randee Jorritsma (Lytle)

October 22, 2008

Dave, Pat & Jeff-
I am so sorry for what you are going through. Matt reached so many people with his infectious personality and smile. He was truly an amazing person and someone who will always be with us in our hearts and never, ever forgotten! My thoughts and prayers will be with you!

Sarah Manley-Padilla

October 22, 2008

Dave and Pat

I am so sorry for you loss. Matt was a great guy. I remember when we were neighbors and he was just at toddler. He will be greatly missed, but glad to know he will be an angel watching over us. If you need anything please let me know.
Sarah Manley-Padilla

Kristin Bettencourt

October 22, 2008

My parents, brothers and I are all so saddened by your loss. We all have wonderful memories of watching Matt play basketball and softball and will all remember his infectious smile and personality. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

The Bettencourt Family

Neil Covey

October 22, 2008

I played softball with this fine young man. Was always impressed with his "go for it" style on the field, diving,gettin dirty, all out hustle, and ready smile. I guess the Lord needed some fresh talent on His team.

Scott and Denise Runyan

October 22, 2008

We can not express the sadness we feel for your family right now. Matt is a wonderful person and we will never forget his wonderful smile and the way he would light up a room when he entered it. Please know we are praying for you during this difficult time. We are only a phone call away if your family needs anything. We love you!

Stephanie Prouty

October 22, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Russell and Stephanie Prouty

jay ribera

October 22, 2008

i played softball with "matty" .....what a great group of guys to be around !!!!!- matty always smiled and always made others feel good around him-didnt feel the same if matty wasnt around to play that week-i was stunned at the news....cant stop thinking of matt since-i dont believe in closure....im just gonna remember matty playing second base and turning a double play from me at third or michael pires at short-GOD must have need a middle infielder for his team....go with GOD matty...ill miss ur smile

Kim Bertolotti (Ricardo)

October 22, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys during this tragic time. Matt was an awesome guy and will be deeply missed.
Kim & Jared Bertolotti (Ricardo)

Dawn Knackstedt

October 22, 2008

I am so sorry for your loss of your son. I met him briefly through my nephew Brad and saw instantly what a wonderful young man he was. Please take comfort in knowing that many people are praying for your family in your time of need. Love, an Aunt.

Meshell Cone-Harrington (Cone)

October 22, 2008

Matt will forever be remembered in our hearts for the love, laughter and friendship he shared with us all. So sorry for your loss Pat, Dave and Jeff. There is another angel in heaven watching over us now.

Leslie Silveira

October 22, 2008

First off I would like to say I am very sorry for your loss, Matt was a wonderful person and had a heart of gold. He had a glow about him that not many people have, he always had a smile on his face everytime I saw him and I'll never forget him because he has touched all of our hearts in one way or another. Again, I am sorry, your family are in my thoughts and prayers daily.

Michelle Hamilton

October 22, 2008

Dear Pat and Dave,
Matt was an amazing friend and he will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Love, Kevin and Michelle Hamilton

James and Jo Dean Hart

October 22, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. We will always remember "Buzz" for his smile and love for his big brother. Our prayers are with your family.

Olsons Repair

October 22, 2008

Dave and Family,
We were saddened to hear of your sudden loss. There are no words that we can say to ease your pain. Just know that others are thinking and praying for you.

Michael & Ashlee Alves

October 22, 2008

Our hearts and prayers will always be with you. I pray that you can take comfort in knowing that your son touched the lives of so many people, and left a lifetime impression in our hearts.

Francie Denis

October 22, 2008

Dave & Patricia~
I know first hand the pain and agony you are experiencing. It rattles your faith and fills your head with so many questions, the most prevalent being simply, why? Believe it or not, the pain will ease, a little, but hold close the memories you have of your wonderful son. I am so terribly sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Eric & Rosa Munson

October 21, 2008

There are no words to describe such a tragic loss to so many people. While we are helpless to ease your grief, please know that you're in our daily thoughts and prayers.
With much love, The Munsons

Kerry Rocha (Goman)

October 21, 2008

What a wonderful young man the Miller's raised.... I can only hope my 2 young boy's will grown up as kind and respectable. I am so sorry for your loss.

Joe Amarant

October 21, 2008

Dear David and Patricia,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
When Russ called Sunday morning, I was just lost for words. If I could have found you on Sunday, I would have gone to see you. All I could think of was how Mom felt when we lost my brother Joe. No parent ever expects that. All our love and prayers are with you and your family.

Love Joe and Helen

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