Mathew John Harrison passed away on Sept. 7, 2026, doing one of his favorite things — paddleboarding in St. Petersburg, Fla. He was 40 years old.
He is survived by his wife, Carrie Ripberger Harrison, and their son, Hayden Thomas, his parents, Richard and Johanna Harrison, his grandmother, Patricia Harrison, his two brothers, Zachary Ryan Harrison and Samuel Richard Harrison, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and in-laws as well as friends and neighbors across the last 40 years.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that remembrances be made to one of Mathew’s favorite causes, Tunnel to Towers. Mathew had tremendous respect and appreciation for all who served. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
