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Matthew Denton Obituary

Matthew Lewis Denton JAMES ISLAND - Matthew Lewis Denton, 40, of James Island, died Friday, Aug. 17, 2012. Services will be held Wednesday at 3 P.M. at Praise Assembly of God Church, 800 Parris Island Gateway, Beaufort. Interment to follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 5 PM - 7 PM at Anderson Funeral Home. Matthew is survived by his parents, Dan and Cassy Denton of Beaufort, SC, younger brothers, Andy Denton of Charleston, SC; Wesley Denton of Woodbridge, VA; and Noah Denton of James Island, SC, and his maternal grandfather, Lew Morton of Sun City, SC; and his paternal grandmother, Evelyn Denton of Owensboro, KY. He was preceded in death by his older brother, Ray Denton. Matthew was owner of CableClearinghouse.com, a global fiber optics cable company. Matthew graduated from Beaufort High School in 1990 and was the recipient of a full 4-year academic scholarship to the University of South Carolina under the Carolina Scholar Program where he studied International Relations Theory. For a semester Matthew attended the United Nation's Honor's University. While at USC, he served as Vice President of Freshman Council. After college, Matthew was co-creator of one of the first Internet real-estate-specific web development companies, Realty.com, leading the way in helping real estate professionals get online. Matthew was also a former partner with Kapali World, an export and manufacturing company. Matthew loved biking, swimming, and sunrises, frequently making his way to the beach to catch a glimpse of God's latest masterpiece and then sharing a video of it online. He said it made him feel closer to God. Matt's life ended while doing what he loved - he was riding his bike from the beach when hit by a car. Matthew left a large online footprint of his life, and you can find a large sample of his videos at MatthewDenton.com. Matthew's family wants to convey: "Matthew was a dedicated brother who always was quick to encourage and help his family and friends. No one will ever be able to replace our Matthew. He was truly our gift from God. He will forever remain in our hearts and his life made a difference in so many ways." "If you are going through some hard times or you are down for any reason, wake up tomorrow morning, face east, and get your video camera and capture a sunrise and share it with the world. You'll be closer to God" - Matthew Denton Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Aug. 20 to Aug. 22, 2012.

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Gonzalo Maso

August 28, 2012

my deepest condolences and prayers to his family, I pray for strength and may The Lord grant peace in your hearts and the certainty that Matthew will be with his Creator forever more in peace.
Sincerely
Gonzalo Maso & Family

Sharon Tucker

August 26, 2012

Danny and Cassy....I am so sorry for your loss and will keep both of you and your family in my prayers.
Sharon Tucker (friend of Judy's)

Kelly Stewart

August 26, 2012

My name is Kelly Stewart from Beaufort. I was looking through the obits and notice how young this person was so I read it. I went to matthewdenton.com and my heart has been hurting ever since. I never met this person before but through his videos I felt I was a member of his family. He loved life and the outdoors and wanted to share it and the love of God with everyone. I know your heart is broke and you will never get over the lose you will only learn to live with it each day. I wish I would have known him but I am enjoying the videos he left. He truly loved his family, friends and being at the coast. He makes me laugh. You will be in my prayers. Kelly

August 25, 2012

To the Denton Family/Matthew's loved ones...my thoughts, prayers are with you. I knew Matthew only through business, but will remember my contacts with him always. Peace be with you all!
Denny McBroom Toledo Ohio

Martha & Don

August 25, 2012

With Love,

Don Coffin

August 24, 2012

Dear Danny and Cassy,
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord provide His loving comfort.
Love in and through Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour.

Becky Lock

August 24, 2012

Kind and Loving Father, surround the Denton family with Your grace and mercy right now. Grant them peace with what all that has happened and place them both under Your wings, Father, even though it is dark under there, it is the safest and most secure place they will ever be. Thank You for being a God of all comfort to those who have given a child back to God. I ask these things in the Sovereign name of Jesus, amen~~~~

Devany Vickery-Davidson

August 23, 2012

Dear Dan and Cassy, My heart goes out to you. I remember Matthew as a bright and charming young boy. After leaving the Low Country I have lived all over the country and just moved to James Island/Charleston in July. When I read the obituary yesterday my heart sunk, realizing that the young man who had been killed on his bicycle just 2 miles from my house was your Matthew. I send you love and condolences. I know nothing will ever ever be able to take his place, but I also know he gave you untold joy for the last 40 years. I will see you soon and give you the hug I cannot give you in writing. Aloha.

Dwight Wood

August 23, 2012

Our deepest condolences to Matthew's family and to his very large circle of friends. We shall miss him forever.

Dwight Wood
American Muni-Comm

Becky Flowe Ellis

August 23, 2012

God bless this family.

August 23, 2012

To my dear cousin Cassey and family. I have just learned of your terrible loss. I now live in Charleston and just saw it in the newspaper. My heart is aching and words cannot express my sorrow for you and what you must be going through. I know Matthew was a wonderful son and that he no doubt is in heaven with Ray Ray. I will be praying for you and all of your family.
My love to you all,
Becky Flowe Ellis

Laurie Moore

August 23, 2012

Please accept our sincere condolences.

Roland and Laurie Searson Moore

Donna Berry Cheema

August 23, 2012

Dear Dan,Cassey,and family,My heart is broken for you and your loss.I know you are a strong ,God loving family and will lean on HIM TO PULL YOU THRU this saddest time in your life. If you need anything please let me know. Gods blessings on you.

Jerry Martin

August 22, 2012

Most sincere prayers and love from across the miles. My heart aches with each of you.Matt was a wonderful man and is even more wonderful and complete in the hands of God.

Robert and Susan Nebelung

August 22, 2012

Dear Dan , Cassy and the boys we are so very sorry for your loss.May God be with you all . Our prayers are with you.

Jennifer Frischen

August 22, 2012

May God carry you through your grief. I am so sorry to hear of this news, but know that he blessed everyone he knew during his time here on Earth.

david greenberg

August 22, 2012

We are all very sorry for your loss.
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Pam Berry

August 22, 2012

What a wonderful person Matt must have been. Did not know him but he has touched my life and I will certainly remember to look east tomorrow morning. My prayers are with you all.

Xiomara Molina Ingram

August 22, 2012

Dear Dan and Family - I never had the privilege of meeting Matthew. But I have no doubt that his spirit will live on through each one of you. He sounded like a wonderful and giving man. I will think of him always when I see sunrises. My Deepest Condolences, Z.

Eddie Sarvis

August 22, 2012

To the entire Denton family; I cannot imagine the grief you have endured over the years and I wish I could take some of your pain away. Matt was a wonderful person and I will miss him as I have Ray Ray!

Penny Ripley

August 22, 2012

Sorry for your loss

JAMES CHERRY

August 22, 2012

I DID NOT KNOW MATTHEW,I SIMPLY READ THE PAPER AND FELT COMPELLED TO SEND MY PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS.HIS OBIT BLESSED ME THIS AM AN TOUCHED ME,I TOO FIND THE BEACH A BLESSING FROM GOD..MY PRAYERS WILL BE FOR PEACE FOR ALL THAT KNEW HIM..GOD BLESS JAMES

Tara Whitaker Beldner

August 22, 2012

Denton family,
I was heart broken to hear about Matt. We met in high school when my class traveled to Beaufort for an interact club meeting. We kept up in college but then life just happens. I have the fondness memories of Matt. Such a kind soul and a warm hearted person that always made you feel welcomed. I truly know he will be missed by all that knew him. Our hearts hurt for you and our prayers go out to you now and always.

Debra & Charles Pochie

August 22, 2012

He was a wonderful friend and we feel blessed to have known him.

August 21, 2012

Dan and Cassy, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you daily.

Tom and Chris Wheland

Don Gruel

August 21, 2012

So sorry to hear of the loss of a wonderful childhood friend. My heart goes out to you all.

August 21, 2012

Dear Denton family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God wrap you in His arms and comfort you.
Love, Jeanne Johnson ( Janet Dawson's daughter) and family

Laura Bolack Snider

August 21, 2012

I'm sending my deepest sympathy to the Denton family. I was a friend and classmate of Andy's while growing up, and although I didn't know Matt personally, I remember him. <3

William Gnann

August 21, 2012

Dear Denton Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Matt. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Our deepest condolences,
The Gnann's

Candace and Christoph Hanau

August 21, 2012

Christoph and I send our sincere condolences to your family for your loss. While we did not know Matt, his videos convey such vibrancy and love of life as well as love for the people in his life. He was clearly a very special person. May he rest in peace.

Jennifer O'Brien-Adams

August 21, 2012

My sincere condolences to the Denton family. I remember his younger brothers ALWAYS speaking so highly and proudly of their older brother. I am just so sad to hear of your great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jerri Whitmore

August 21, 2012

Dan, Cassy & Family,
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. With Deepest Sympathy,
Jerri, Jason & Sabrina Whitmore

Jim and Charlene Shufelt

August 21, 2012

Jim and I send your entire family our deepest sympathy with the loss of Matt. He has joined Ray as your Guardian Angels and both will live forever in your hearts.

Erica, Jamey and kids Cribb

August 21, 2012

We will miss you always! Love and prayers are with you all in the days to come!

Ron & Patrice Whitmore

August 21, 2012

Dan, Cassy & Family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May your cherished memories of Matthew keep him forever in your hearts. With Deepest Sympathy,
Ron, Patrice & Family

August 21, 2012

Dan, Cassy and boys, My heart goes out to all of you. I am sure Ray is toggether wiith his brother. Bless you all. Mickey Conners(Keith)

Brian Brooks

August 21, 2012

Dear Cassy and Family,
Our hearts ache for your loss. Audrey, the girls and I have you all in our prayers. Matthew was an amazing person who touched so many people in so many ways.
I know he is in heaven with our other loved ones from the Morton clan and will help them continue to watch over us.
We love you.

Brian, Audrey, Kalin and Melissa

Uncle Chubby, Chuck & Barry Morton

August 21, 2012

Dear Cassy & Danny,

Our hearts, love and prayers are with you and our entire family. Matt was an adventurous young man whose enthusiasm for life touched us all.

May God give you comfort now knowing that you have two precious angels in heaven. Their brightly glowing halos have, and are still, radiating love that has touched thousands of lives in many ways. It is a reflection of your love.

Matt's love for you and others is a tribute to you. His unique charm and friendship has been evident on a myriad of special occasions celebrating your lives together. May the light of God's love shine in your heart with those fond memories.

We love you so much and are thinking of you.

With Love,

Uncle Chubby, Chuck & Barry

Nancy Barfield

August 21, 2012

Our deepest sympathy is with all of the family and friends of Matthew. From what we have read and heard, he was an amazing man. Hope you find some comfort in knowing he is happy in the presence of our Heavenly Father. We are praying for you all during this sad time.

Ed and Nancy Barfield, sister of your aunt Becky (Murray) Morton

Dawn Ramsey

August 21, 2012

My thoughts and prayers, are with all of you..

Becky Raborn

August 21, 2012

My Dear Family, My Heart is filled with love and prayers for you all. I have had a chance to watch some of Matthews vidio's. What an amazing man. He loved his family and God's creation's so very much. May you find peace and comfort in these difficult days. We love you all dearly and cherish our family memories. With Love
Becky (Eric's) Morton Raborn and Girls

sue Shuford

August 21, 2012

The Shuford family sends their sincere condolences.

Kim Bloem

August 21, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

August 20, 2012

Our thoughts and Prayers are with the family and friends of Matthew's. It was such a joy to have meet him many years ago when he had dated my daughter. Take care and Hugs are being sent your way. Roberta and Joe Adam

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