Before you were going to leave I remember I was crying and having a panic attack because of a guest one night and you just looked at me and started laughing at me then asked, why am I crying then I started laughing, cause you were laughing at me and you gave me the biggest hug and you were still laughing at me while I continued crying. I’ll always remember you, I’ll miss you Matt. You were such a great person and everyone loved you.

~Matt
It was great working with you in this short time. You were always super chill and awesome! Thanks for the Pokemon card I got before hand, it's in my collection.  Remembering the good times even if it was brief, you left a lasting smile to everyone you shared it with. Prayers to you and your family, R.I.P. 


My heart broke when I found out this morning that you went to a brighter place.   I am still in shock and it is ten hours later since I found out.  When you said that you were leaving our team , I tried to get you to stay.  You were my Paul Walker and I called you Paul so many times that I was forgetting your real name.  It was a pleasure meeting you and enjoying you as part of our team.  You always showed your appreciation to me for the person that I am.   You will always be in my heart and my prayers .  Sleep in perfect peace Matt and as you look down on us know that you will be missed.  I am sending my prayers and  condolences to your family and love ones.

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

All those times we played basketball at Ashley park. All those hours we spent watching the dumbest YouTube videos at your house. The beach trip when Andy Stuck played Tupac all eyes on me on repeat the whole ride. The six flags trip when we were at least 10 deep having so much like we owned the place. Great times even better memories. You are very kind sincere person, you got along with everyone and Im going to miss you Tharp. 

You looked better than Paul Walker as youd always tell me lol. You and I would always mess around at work, making jokes but we always got our work done. Wed bump heads once in awhile only because we were always BOTH  right. You had so much going for you Matt. Wed talk about the Sheriffs department and other things you could do. You could do anything because you were such a smart kid. I will never forget you Matt Tharp, never.

Thanks for being such a good friend, Matt. You were such a cool friend in high school when we played tennis together. You introduced me to Family Guy and Fire Emblem. You always said hi and had a smile on your face when we ran into each other in Rancho Cucamonga. Thanks for everything. 

Matt,
   You always treated me with kindness and respect since I worked at Sprouts. Even after when you stopped working at Sprouts, you'd always say hi to me. I knew you were a good person. Your vibe was always good . Everyone loved you and liked you. I was shocked when I heard the news. My condolences to your family and friends. You left this world too soon. I'll pray for you brotha... Rest in Paradise my friend. . . 


Loved you
We'll miss your smile and your wonderful comments
Cousins Mitchell and Stephen always looked up to you. They were proud that you were their cousin.
As for me I was proud to be called Aunt Lorraine by you.
May you be at peace and we will keep you with us 
Till the day we meet.
Love You
Aunt Lorraine

Matt- 
We first met at Sprouts and I got to know you through time and especially through my sister, Aubrey. I remember youd come in the back to the bakery laughing and joking around with everyone.. We didnt talk much after you left Sprouts and I wish we did..
Matt, I just want to say thank you for being there for my sister and taking her under your wing when she worked with you and even more so after she went away to college. She looked up to you so much. Your passing has changed my whole perspective on life and I will never forget you..Your family and your friends are in my prayers and heart forever.
Ill see you again, Sproutie. ❤ 

Love always, 

We met through our sisters 14 years ago which is how we met. With their friendship, I got to know you. We went to your junior prom and I had such a blast with you. I will cherish those photos forever and those memories. We stayed in touch and always saw each other over the years whether is was running into you at sprouts or when your sister had everyone over for the boy's birthdays or just because. You were such a great person Matt, I'm forever grateful you were in my life. I will miss you dearly. 
I will always have your family in my prayers

My daughter worked with Matt for 7 years and they also went to the high school prom together@RCHS.I got to know him pretty well and we used to talk many times I went into the store. He was one nicest and most thoughtful young men that I know and I will personally miss him and so will my daughter. My prayers and thoughts go out to his family and I pray for God to ease their pain in time and they will find comfort in knowing he was loved very much.

Matt, it was great working with you in the time I spent working with you at sprouts. You were one of the few people that made working there more fun. I'm glad I got to work with you, and wish I got to know you better. My thoughts are with your family in their time of need.

Prayers for the entire Tharp family ,may God guide you in your grief and in time find a smile in the memories of your son.

Matt, you were such a bright and charismatic guy. Even though I didn't see you much after I left Rancho Henry's, every time I came through your line, you always asked how Jesse and I were doing. I appreciated your thoughtfulness and I liked talking to you about your future plans. Much love to you, Mr. Tharp ❤

Praying for you all during these tough times! May Gods love and grace surround you all. 
Matthew 5:4

Matt,
You meant so much to me. If I could go back in time, I'd tell you how grateful I am for how you looked out for me, became my friend, cheered me on, laughed with me, and set a good example of how to be a kind-hearted leader. I will hold on to all the memories we had over the years & continue to thank God that I got the chance to have a brother like you; not everyone comes across people like you! ❤ 
For all who grieve, 
I hope Matt has been set free, is at peace, and is looking over everyone with joy knowing that people have learned something from him and will always hold him in all our hearts. My prayers are with all who loved Matt.

Matthew,

Thank you for always being a great friend. You filled Brihana's life with so much joy and happiness. Your bright smile and charismatic personality will be remembered forever. 

Love your friend,

Haily

Matt- I am honored and so grateful to have know you. I pray that you realize how many lives you touched and inspired. I am completely honest when I say that I loved your silly sarcasm! You were the absolute best that Henry's/Sprouts had to offer :) It was far too soon but I am thankful for the time this planet was blessed with your presence. I pray that God brings peace, healing, and strength to everyone who was touched by your life. Love you Matt.

We will miss seeing Matt in the neighborhood. He was a kind and friendly person, always said "Hello". May he rest in peace.  Don & Linda O'Connor

I worked with Matt for many years. so sad to hear what happened and there are no words that can make things any better. I will miss this young man with that contagious smile and laughter.

I worked with Matt at Henry's market. He always made work so much more fun because he was always making everyone laugh. I am deeply affected by his passing and I am praying for you guys daily.

There are no words to express the loss I feel for you. But I will always hold you so dear to my heart. I loved laughing with you and knowing we could be goofy together. I'll miss the silly memes and texts you sent me. 
You never let me take myself too seriously. I envied and came to admire your self-confidence, the ease you had with other people, and the way you thought of others before yourself. Thank you for being my brother and my friend. I love you Matt.

May God be with you during your darkest days and give you peace. Mike and Eric have so many wonderful memories of Matt. I hope that it will comfort you now knowing that we loved him and will miss him. Enjoy those memories of Matt as they will comfort you all in the days to come. Our prayers are with your family.

Warmest regards,

Laura and Michael Rodes

Dear Matt,

Over time I have come to know you as a manager, peer, but most importantly my friend. Whether it be playing a video game or lifting weights at the gym, we were always competing. I learned much from you over the years. You are loved and will be missed dearly. I can speak for many when I say I selfishly want to keep you here with us all, but God had different plans. May you Rest In Peace with our Lord and Savior. My prayers will be with your family. May God place a supernatural peace over your loved ones. I look forward to time where we will meet again.

Matt,
Over the years I have come to know you as my manager, my peer, but most importantly my friend. I learned very much from you. Whether its competing on a video game or at the gym, we have developed good times. To me you were driven, smart, funny, and caring. I speak for many when I say I wanted you to stay here with all of us, but God had a different plan for you. We all love you. May you rest in peice with our Lord and Savior. My prayers will be with your family. May God bring a supernatural peace over your loved ones. 

Dear Matt, your friendship was a blessing. I hoped you knew you that you were loved by many of us and will be so missed. You know I will keep  the memories of you close to my heart. You achieved so much and yet you still had so much more to offer. May peace be with you.

May God's sustaining love and comfort be upon you precious family and dear friends of Matt. I am lifting my constant prayers to our Lord. My heart is with you! Love, Dayna

OBITUARY

Matthew David Tharp

30 November, 1988 – 1 January, 2018

Stone Funeral Home

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