Matthew was a precious, loving little boy. He always had a smile on his face and you simply could not be in a bad mood around him. He loved God, his family and his friends. He loved playing soccer, baseball, and basketball. He loved going to church, watching Sponge Bob, eating pizza, text messaging his friends, playing computer games and doing anything outdoors. Most of all Matthew just loved life! He was never afraid to show affection to his family. He had many friends and did not see color or differences in others. He lived his life fully and completely; loving others and giving of himself generously. He lived his brief life in a way that should be an example to us all. He touched many lives in his eleven years on this earth. As his parents, we now believe that through his death, he will touch and change countless lives.

Matthew was a truly happy person and left a lasting impression on all who knew him.  Our prayer is that other families will hear of his untimely, preventable death and take action to protect the children in their lives.

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him,

who have been called according to his purpose.

Romans 8:28

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