On August 6, 2019, Matthew Ryan Carpenter succumbed to a long time illness of brain cancer.
He is survived by two sisters: Tiffany Carpenter and Elisha Carpenter; two nieces: Shaelynn Gilbert and Karma Curry; two nephews: Elijah Carpenter and Brayden Malicoat.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Jerry and Virginia Carpenter.
Growing up Matthew enjoyed music, video games, drawing, making his own comics, woodworking, trick bikes, taking care of pets, and making people laugh. He was a patient, kind, and loving person who thought about others before himself. He will be forever loved and missed by his family and friends.
There will be no services for Matthew Ryan Carpenter. Bowling Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements for the Carpenter family.