Remembering Matthew  / Kris Flores (friend)
To the Mendez Family,

Seems like yesterday i was riding my bike through
the street of Everdale Drive where I noticed this
tall, skinny, giant with big red glasses. Could it
really be Clark Kent, as this person wore a Superman
shirt, I believe. "No" my friend at the time Johnny
said, "That's Matt." From then on we would be in the
front yard of your lovely home, playing catch with the
football. I remember coming in a few times playing his
SEGA Nintendo as we battled in Joe Montana Football.
COuntless games, won by both it was an infectious
smile, cockiness with video games, and a passion for
life that caught my attention.

Years Later we were reunited on the football field of
Silver Creek High School. Boyfriend to Gabby, and
friend of Ken's stood in front of me a changed person.
With muscles,( mainly a gut) this deep voice, black
eye paint around his face for games, facial hair
covered his face. THis was no longer the kid from
years ago, this was a man who brought joy to all
around him. Though he was nice and all he still
managed to be mean and somehow cunning, convincing me
to buy him Carl's Junior at the time. " its ok " he
would say.... Your a mini Savage now." Great i felt as
i was apart of the SAVage crew he and Ken formed and i
believe i was the smallest one. From the ice
creams my mother got at Baskin Robbins, i somehow
always found myself visiting at hours he worked. Man
he looked so funny with a blue shirt and khaki shorts.
He stood over the counter and probably was the first
to see what guests were coming in and i bet when he
seen me coming, he knew he was about to give me a free
banana split.

I was just there at his gravesit this past friday to
pay my old friend a visit. We had a conversation and I
was on my way, but back in my mind this date was
approaching. It's been 6 years and it seems like
yesterday we were playing Madden in his room with his
big ol' feet hanging over his little bed.. little to
him that is. Now he's gone and in a better place i
know. But i am jealous of Mathew in the sense that he
is in the presence of God before I am , hoping that
with each passing day sub consciously, i am closer to
reuniting with that precious SAv Crew.

I dont know the feeling of losing a son, Mr and Mrs
Mendez, but i offer support and a voice that I AM NOT
THE ONLY ONE WHO MATHEW HAD TOUCHED AND BECAUSE OF
THAT HE LIVES ON IN US ALL.

WITH ALL THE LOVE IN THE WORLD AND IN MY HEART MATHEW
WAS A WONDERFUL HUMAN BEING AND HE WAS TAUGHT AND
RAISED BY TERRIFIC PARENTS and SUPPORTED BY A LOVING
BROTHER AND SISTER.
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And....We Still Miss You!!!  / Brandon Stewart (brother/friend)

The pain just never seems to go away, your family and friends struggle to get through without you each day.  Six long years come and go, but our love for you, grows and grows. 

It's hard to grasp you not being here, bro. I have these flashes in my head of us wrestling J, Trevor and the rest of the kids in the neighborhood and you dirting up those white socks that your mom, Renee just bought you.  Boy, you got in trouble for a minute, but you knew how to sweet talk Mrs. Mendez out of anything, because you had it like that.  Man, how we miss you and those days that brought smiles to our faces.  I remember things like it was yesterday and how your father, Mr. Ysidro Mendez use to throw catches with us and embrace us with his presences, even though he had things to do, he'd always check up on us to see if we were okay.  He is a strong, awesome man... still, Matt.  You have two of the greatest parents a child could ever have and I will definitely follow in his footsteps in being a great father.  My heart hurts for them, to have lost a wonderful, smart and intelligent child like you.  They are and we are.... all, still proud of everything you have accomplished in your life and for every soul you have touched in your lifetime, means your legacy is etched in our hearts for eternity. 

 

 

 

Matthew....a son, a brother, a cousin, and always my friend!!!

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Touched my heart....  / Dolores Marquez ((Amanda's Mom) )

Somehow I ended up on your site tonight :-)

I wanted to learn more about Jason's amazing brother.  During this time I send my heartfelt grattitude to your family. Renee, I admire your strength. You are a amazing women!! Continue to hold your head up high, and know that your son continues to leave a amazing lasting imprint on the hearts he continues to touch.

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For your angel date dear Matthew  / Jo-Ann Pacenta Mom Of Angel Lauren (Angelfamilies)
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Big Matt  / Trevor Brodie (Friend More Like Lil Brother )

As I walk on earth after the 2002 incident, I miss alot of people that has moved on and seen the light. The one that pops up in my head the most is you Matt. I think about you everyday and can't go one day without not. You have left alot and alot of memories to this planet Earth that I will never forget. Everytime I think of Football, your name appears inside and out. Silver Creek High, as your spirit can see, I haven't left the school. Why? Because the footsteps you left on that school ground I don't want to miss no part of it. Being a great NFL material on Silver Creek's Field, Why would I want to leave. You showed me how to be an independent leader and showed me to keep trying and trying! In my opinion, I done succeed from the help of yours. Thank You Matt!

You will never be forgotten from your love ones! Love you Matt.

Trevor!!

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY  / BRIDGET DTR OF ALLAN R. PEACOCK (UNITED BY ANGELS )
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The Broken Chain.....  / Ysidro Mendez (DAD)
"We little knew that day. God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly. In death, we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you. You did not go alone. For part of us went with you. That day God called you home. You left us beautiful memories. Your love is still our guide. and though we cannot see you, You are always at our side. Our family chain is broken. And nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again." Close

Happy Birthday Matthew!  / Carol Pizzi (Angel Debbie's Mom )

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Never Forgotten  / Bobby Woblesky (Friend)
I'm not really sure how I ended up on your site today, but something tells me I was guided here...Matt you were an amazing friend and an amazing person in the short time I knew you. You and Jason were always like the brothers I never had, taking me under your wing teaching me all the things every young boy should know. Our bike races around seafield court, the ice cream man, and our football games on your lawn are memories I have always cherished and will never forget. I miss you Matt, but I know your in a better place now. Thank you for everything you have ever done for me and thank you for just being you....
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God's Gift  / Brandon Stewart (Brother)
Matthew,

I know it's been awhile since I last wrote you, but you hear my voice on a regular basis as I speak to you and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ each night.  

As the days and time goes by,  emptiness continues to set in our heart knowing we can't touch you, hug you, or be graced by your loving atmosphere.  We all are feeling the pain tremendously as the minutes go by.   Reminiscing of our past life is the only thing I have left to hold on too and its a feeling of happiness and sadness, knowing I can never relive those days with you and our friends again.  

Do me a favor, Matt.  Hug your loving parents, Mrs. Renee and Ysidro and your wonderful brother and sister Jason and Aimee.  Show them that when the wind blows and the sun lights up the sky, it's just You watching over them with love....



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HAPPY FATHER'S DAY  / Debbie Wengert Kevin's Mom

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Interview With Matt  / Trevor Brodie (Close Friend )
Trevor- Hey Matt, How Things Going For You?

Matt- Everything Is Great! I just hope I was down there to spend some time with everyone that loved me. But as of right now, I'm Great!

Trevor- Wow, thats good. I hope you were down here too!

Matt- Well, basically I'm watching over everyone that I love! So there should not be any worries

Trevor- You love me right?

Matt- LOL!!!!!, yes

Trevor- I luv u too! As you can see, everyone is growing up fast now. 

Matt- Oh yeah, I can definetly see that!

Trevor- I'm going to play basketball for Palo Alto High next year, Jason got his job, Amy doing great things right now, Brandon working at a real good job, Lamonte does music, Artie is about to graduate!

Matt- LOL, oh Artie, man does he still act like hes the best in football. I'm happy you are doing your basketball thang!

Trevor- Ain't nothing changed!

Matt- LOL! Have you heard from James and Carlos?

Trevor- Last time I heard from them is when I was 13! I saw them at Target!

Matt- That's good. Did they rebound from their low amount of money?

Trevor- Well, it look likes it.

Matt- How tall are you now Trevor?

Trevor- Im 6'1 exactly!

Matt- Man, I remember you were like 2 feet! I would always have to come out and save you from Jason picking on you!

Trevor- LOL! Jason is a big man now! Lil Pretty Boi!

Matt- He trying to be like me!

Trevor- LOL!!!! How many friends have you met in Heaven?

Matt- Man, I have met like........ 343914342464200234!

Trevor- I can't even count that high!

Matt- LOL!, anyways, I see Manny is growing up too

Trevor- I can't believe it! He has a fiance! 

Matt- WOW!!

Trevor- Exactly, I was like.......

Matt- Tell Brandon I said what up!

Trevor- Okay!

Matt- Also, actually tell all your brothers what up! Man I see Monte did a song for me. We didn't hang out as much but all I know if we did, We would Have been REAL COOL!

Trevor- Yup! 

Matt- Well, I gotta go. Trevor, It was a honor getting to meet you again! 

Trevor- No, You the show man! It's definetly all about you!

Matt- LOL! 

Trevor- iight Matt, do what you gotta do up there!

Matt- iight man, come and holla at me again

Trevor- Always! Luv ya matt. I can't wait to actually see you again! I love you, and you will always be in my heart! I can't come for Memorial day in 07 because I'm down here in Missouri seeing my Grandma's grave! But I will always think about you and not just on Memorial day bro! Seafield Homiez All Ways!

Matt- Same here, peace Trevor! Love you!

Trevor- Love you too bro!


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HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY  / BETH DICKERSON (JIMMY'S MOM )

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EASTER BLESSING  / BETH DICKERSON (JIMMYS MOM )
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An Easter wish  / Rosemary Sis Of ^j^ Alvin Cremeans

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THINKING OF YOU N YOUR FAMILY 2DAY AND ALWAYS.  / DEBBIE BULGIN (ANGEL FRIEND )
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Happy Birthday  / Tamara(Hunters Mom) Vongphrachanh (mom to an angel )
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Happy Easter Matthew~  / Sue~ Mom To Ashley Trapp

Easter Morn

Easter morn with lilies fair

Fills the church with perfumes rare,

As their clouds of incense rise,

Sweetest offerings to the skies.

Stately lilies pure and white

Flooding darkness with their light,

Bloom and sorrow drifts away,

On this holy hallow'd day.

Easter Lilies bending low

in the golden afterglow,

Bear a message from the sod

To the heavenly towers of God

By Louise Lewin Matthews

God Bless Your Family & Friends,
Sue, Ashley’s Mom

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Happy Birthday in Heaven precious angel Matthew  / Janet (Mom To Nicholas Piccolo)
All my prayers & birthday hugs. God bless
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Thinking of You and Your Special Family  / JennY Tavendale Mum To Ross

Thinking of you Matthew
and your very special family 
my thoughts are with you
God Blessxx

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