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Matthew Emerson Obituary
Grandview, Wash.
Smith Funeral Home
Matthew J. (Matt) Emerson, 20, left this Earth to be with his heavenly father on Sept. 18, 2007, in Mosul, Iraq, where he was proudly serving as a Specialist with the U.S. Army. Matt Emerson was born on Oct. 20, 1986 in Sunnyside to L. J. and Ginger (Evans) Emerson. He joined a family that included his brother Joe and sister Christine.
A lifelong Grandview resident, Matt attended Harriet Thompson Elementary, Grandview Middle School and graduated from Grandview High School in 2005.
He had a lifelong passion for God and country, and entered the United States Army in July 2005. His boot camp training was at Fort Benning, GA, where he also graduated from Airborne School. Emerson's first assignment was at Fort Bliss, TX, from which he deployed to Iraq on Nov. 1, 2006.
A Grandview Greyhound through and through, Matt was proud to play Greyhound football through middle school and high school. He was also a three-year member of the GHS golf team, and was on the track team his senior year. As a younger athlete he also played soccer and wrestled. Summers were filled with countless hours enjoying God's creation, and his family home and yard. His skills and talents were put to good use helping his family with their cherry and apple orchard just south of Grandview.
Emerson and his family attended the Grandview Church of the Nazarene, where he took part in Sunday school and youth group. He had a solid, personal relationship with Jesus, and knew he could always talk with the Lord.
A loyal Grandview Greyhound and WSU Cougars fan, Matt also loved the San Francisco 49ers, and proudly displayed his autographed picture of Jerry Rice on his bedroom wall. His favorite movies to watch repeatedly were the Lord of the Rings trilogy, and Black Hawk Down. As a typical teenager, he spent countless hours perfecting his video game skills, hoping to best his brother and friends. Driving through Grandview in his pick-up truck, he was usually listening to Metallica on his way to the home of one of his many friends.
Matt loved everything about growing up in his beloved hometown of Grandview. His loyalty, honesty and unique sense of humor endeared him to everyone who knew him.
Matt Emerson is survived by his parents, L.J. and Ginger Emerson at the family home in Grandview; his brother, Joe, of Cheney; and his sister, Christine, of Seattle. He is also survived by his maternal grandmother, Virginia Evans of Prosser; aunts and uncles, Iver and Camille Eliason of Tacoma; Vern and Cathy Emerson of Boise, Idaho; Inez and Jack Hughes of Pasco; Don and Barbara Olmstead of Grandview; Lou and Kathy Rabe of Crystal Lake, IL; and Robert III and Carol Evans of Kennewick; and by many loving cousins. He was also blessed with a host of close friends from high school and from the U.S. Army. Matt was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Joseph and Christine Emerson of Tacoma; by his maternal grandfather, Robert C. Evans Jr. of Prosser; and by his cousin, Kristen Evans of Kennewick.
Funeral services for Matthew J. Emerson, under the direction of Smith Funeral Home of Grandview, will be Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at the Grandview Church of the Nazarene. Burial with full military honors will be at the Prosser Cemetery, next to his 'Bampa,' Robert C. Evans Jr.
Those wishing to honor his memory may contribute to the American Legion Post 73 Memorial Fund, in care of Greg Schlieve, P.O. Box 369, Grandview, WA 98930, or to the charity of choice. Friends who would like to share memories or send wishes to the family may do so online at matthewjemerson.com.
Rest in peace, our beloved Matthew. You fought our good fight, and we are all the better for it. You have left a hole in our hearts, which will be healed when we see you again one day.
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Emerson
William T. Johnson Jr.
March 12, 2022
Thank you for your military service to our nation.
Charlie Gili
February 15, 2017
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Emerson Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Matthew J. Emerson US Army Corporal. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
December 31, 2012
Matthew Emerson; still remembered and honored.
Peggy Childers
September 18, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Matthew J. Emerson:
Please accept my remembrance of Matthew on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
September 19, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Matthew J. Emerson:
Remembering Matthew on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Peggy Childers
September 18, 2009
To the family of Spc. Matthew J. Emerson:
Matthew gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
May 25, 2009
I remember Matthew from our unit at Ft. Bliss. He was a great soldier and always had a smile on his face. REMEMBER THESE BRAVE YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN WHO SACRAFICED THERE LIVES FOR US ESPECIALLY ON MEMORIAL DAY!
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
October 20, 2008
Matt,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
In Memory of Matthew ~ (Debra Estep)
September 19, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Matthew, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
July 4, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Emerson!
Tammy Ehart
February 7, 2008
Sorry so late But I neither knew Matt But I know his mother.I am so sorry for the hero you have lost. The country will miss Matt dearly. The Ehart family lost two former service men Fred and Bill.
Ashley Lara
October 28, 2007
Miss you matt
Barb Shillinger
October 25, 2007
My name is Barb Shillinger and I send you my most sincere condolences on the loss of your Matthew. The Home of the Brave Quilt Project has as its goal to remember every individual lost in the Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts with a memorial quilt for the parents (and wife, if the person was married) of the Fallen One. It is our way of letting a family know that their son or daughter, dad or mom, wife or husband, is remembered and appreciated for the sacrifice they made for our country. If anyone reading this can help me get in touch with Matthew's family, or the family of any other Fallen, please email me. Thank you.
Michael iezzi
October 20, 2007
Matthew,
Happy 21st Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
A loved one lives forever in the hearts of those who cared.
A loved one lives forever in the memories that were shared.
Vonnie McDaniel
October 15, 2007
LJ and Ginger,
My daughter Brittany and my brother Kirk are in the Air Force, and they have spent many months in Iraq. Daily I pray for our military, and I am steadily praying for your family in this time of great loss. I envision a parade of people who will join Matt in heaven someday because of his life for Christ and his sacrifice. God bless you and your family, and may God comfort you in ways only He can. Love, Vonnie Bartlow McDaniel
October 13, 2007
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Yolanda Valdez
October 12, 2007
Another Fallen Hero – We understand what you are experiencing and feeling. We know firsthand there are not words of comfort at this time. We lost our only son on 9-3-2004, at the age of 19. Know that you are not alone and that there are families across the USA who is experiencing your loss and pain. Our deepest condolences and prayers go out to the entire family. May God grant you peace, strength and comfort.
Matthew ~ We are thankful for the Service, Courage, Bravery and Determination from you, my son and all the others in our armed forces. May you rest in peace! You all will not be forgotten.
We still fly my Marine flag, and use my Marine stickers on our vehicle because our daughter is also a Marine, and we are proud of both. Thank you!!!!!!
Once a Marine, Always a Marine!
~ Semper Fi ~ Marines!
Proud Parents of a USMC, American Soldier
(LCpl. Nicholas S. Perez – KIA 9-3-04 – Al Anbar Province, Iraq)
Michael iezzi
October 11, 2007
Father we entrust our brother Matthew to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Matthew in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
October 11, 2007
Rest in peace
DORA BARAJAS
October 10, 2007
I would like to send my prayers to matt and his family, well i am very happy i got to know matt. he was a fine young man. when i frist heard about matt i was on my way to prosser, i had to stop in a drive way cause i started crying. he well truely be missed? thank you matt, we love you. the barajas family.
Peggie Writtenhouse
October 4, 2007
My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to the family of Matt Emerson. Thanks for your Soldier's Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and Freedom.
The price he and his family have paid, will never be forgotten.
In the days to come if you find yourself feeling like you can‘t go on , recall the years and days you were blessed by his presence, this is the one thing that cannot be taken away from you are your memories, may you find comfort there and may God’s Peace strengthen you through the difficult days ahead and the emptiness in your hearts!
I am the Sister of a hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in 2005 in Taji, Iraq and time does make it hurt less.
"And God shall wipe away every tear from their eyes,
there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying,
there shall be no more pain.
For the former things have passed away."
Revelations 21:4
NOW SERVING IN GOD’S ARMY
In His Memory,
Master Sgt James F. Hayes
1st Battalion, 320th Field Artillery Regiment, 101st Airborne Division Fort Campbell KY
Angela Stahl (sister-in-law to Stan Blaskowski, Matt's brother)
October 4, 2007
We laid our beloved hometown soldier to rest today. Your grief is shared by so many across this country whose loved ones paid the ultimate sacrifice. May God surround you with love and comfort.
May he heal our broken hearts.
Thank You, Spc. Matthew Emerson, for your sacrifice.
Remembering
SFC Matthew Dale Blaskowski
KIA 9/23/07 In Afghanistan
We miss you.
Charlotte Simons
October 3, 2007
Dear Emerson Family, We are deeply sorry for the loss of Spc Matthew J. Emerson. We understand your pain because we lost our son also. Lcpl Aaron W. Simons KIA 4-24-06. We pray that Gods peace be with you and keep you strong till we shall meet our sons once more. John and Charlotte
7th grade Louisburg
October 2, 2007
We care and share your sorrow and pride.
Tina McCoy
September 29, 2007
I am very sorry to hear of your loss and will be keeping you in my prayers. I am a new Army Mom and my heart goes out to you in this time of great need. I pray God will send you peace and comfort beyond measure. Never forget how many lives your Soldier has touched, his name will be forever branded across my heart. All of us families of Soldiers feel your pain as if it were our own and you will stay in our thoughts always. I wish each and every one of us could be there with you to help give you the support and courage to face these trying times...Being new to the life us Military Families go through, I am finding out very quickly that we truly are "A Family Of One"!!!
Kelly & Brian Carlson
September 28, 2007
Thank you so much for raising such a fine young man. The world is a better place for having had him in it if only for a short time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
September 28, 2007
Please accept our deepest and most heartfelt condolences for the loss of Matt. Although neither my sons nor I ever had the honor of knowing your son, several of my coworkers did, and through them, my family learned of a very special young man.
Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers, and that God is holding Matthew especially close for you.
Sincerely,
Kristy, Zach, & Cody Goodboe
Grandview
kyle parrill
September 27, 2007
Matthew was a good friend of mine and a great person. i met him in the army at ft. bliss. i am so sorry for your loss, and i will miss him dearly. he was a great friend and a great soldier. the world is a lesser place without him.
Tanira Morrison-Dingle
September 27, 2007
I would like to offer my condolences during your time of bereavement. I did not know Matthew. I came across this site while googling something and I have been touched so much reading the other entries that I have decided to leave one. I pray that your family will be able to make it through such a difficult time. I know it is hard to lose someone that you love so dearly. May God be with you and continuously bless you and your family.
Tom Gugliuzza
September 27, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Emerson family in the loss of Matthew. I did not know Matthew, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Matthew you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Frank Barraza
September 26, 2007
To The Emerson Family
I'm so sorry for the lost of your son Spc.Matt. I never met your son but I know the feeling of losing someone you love. My brother US Army Ranger SSG Rick Barraza was KIA in Iraq March 19 2006 it was the saddest day of my life but the Lord gave us the strength to go on. Lets always remember who they are and what they did for this country
Sara pacheco
September 26, 2007
I would like to send my prayers to Matt and his family. Matt was a great person and will truly be missed let's just take time to remember the good memories he has brought to our community. Thanks matt!!
Rick F.
September 26, 2007
They say the Vets from ww2 were the greatest generation. That may be true, but the worriors and heros in todays military can stand side by side with those vets from ww2, because of men like Matt, they truly are great. I am very sorry for your lose. When you talk about Matt, talk with smile, remember the good he has done for this great country. And when you say his name, say it with pride.
Thank you Matt. Gods speed and now take that well deserved rr.
Ashley Bender
September 25, 2007
mr.andMrs, emerson
sorry about the loss, matt was a good kid he always cared for other people than himself and thats good well sorry to hear about matt, he will be missed alot through alot of people.
tiara moon
September 25, 2007
Mr.andMrs. Emerson,
i am sorry about the loss of matt. he was a good friend. he would give the shirt off his back weather it was his or not. he will be missed dearly.
September 25, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Emerson and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
CONNIE GONZALEZ
September 24, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 24, 2007
Janice Daniels
September 24, 2007
Though I did not know your son, I want to convey my deepest sorrow in the loss of your son. As a Marine Mom, I know the worry that comes with our children serving our great country and I pray dearly for the loss that your family is suffering. May God hold you tightly in His loving arms during this very difficult time and give you the comfort & peace that only He can give.
Santos & Jodi Trevino
September 24, 2007
To the Family of Matt. We would like to express our deepest sympathy for your loss. May your memories of him live on in your hearts and bless your family during this difficult time. He was a true HERO in everyone's eyes. Grandview was blessed to have such an outstanding individual to fight for our freedom. We will forever be grateful for him and his sacrifice. God Bless You.
Lucy Smartlowit-Briggs
September 24, 2007
Mr. and Mrs. Emerson -
Although I did not know your son, I know your grief. Time will soon heal your hearts. Your family is in my prayers and I send my condolences to you and yours.
Sincerely,
The Briggs Family
Veronica Salinas
September 24, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to your family. I am proud my nephew, Chris Mejia had the honor of knowing such a wonderful young man.
Mike and Deanna Carpenter
September 24, 2007
We were blessed to have had the opportunity to watch Matt grow up to be such an exceptional young man whom demostrated outstanding community spirit and honor to God and country.
Matt's legacy will forever ring deeply in our hearts. We hope and pray that the Grandview community can continue to touch the hearts of our young people by using Matt's sparkling example of unmatched perseverance, "can do" attitude, and extraordinary service to this great country of ours.
With utmost love and respect,
The Carpenter Family
Nancy Benavides
September 24, 2007
To the Emerson Family,
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your son/brother. My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Gracie Sexton
September 24, 2007
Mr. & Mrs. Emerson,
I did not know your son, but my daughter Becky did. We're all connected as parents when It comes to our children, and I'm so sorry for your loss.
Teodora Martinez Chavez
September 24, 2007
Gees, what do you say to a family who just lost a child??? I am truly sorry and pray for him and all his family to find some sort of comfort. God bless you!!
Proud mother of a Marine Reservist
Beverly Hill
September 24, 2007
I am so very sorry for your loss. Matthew is a brave Soldier and a hero. May he rest in gods loving arms....
Brad & Janie Langdell
September 24, 2007
We here at home can come and go as we please because of sons and daughters like yours. It's such a small effort for us to express how we feel yet hopefully this will help you feel comforted knowing you and your precious Matthew gave all for us. Thank you and just know that he is with his God and that He will comfort you in your loss.
Miroslava (Lava) Saenz
September 24, 2007
On behalf of my family, I offer you our prayers. May God help you in this time of need. Your son will never be forgotten for his courage and his strength. May his memory get you through this difficult time. May you be surrounded by family and friends who comfort you. God bless you today and always.
Wayne and Glenda John
September 24, 2007
LJ and Ginger:
Wayne and I send our love and prayers to your family! We are so very sorry that this happened and we hope that you are feeling comfort as you take refuge in the arms of Jesus. Please know that we are praying for you during this difficult time!
Kris Armstrong
September 24, 2007
My deepest sympathies go out to your family, your son will always be a hero to this great country of ours. May you all be blessed with peace.
Sheryl Delaney
September 24, 2007
Praying for Mathew and your family. Mathew is a hero in everyones eyes and thank you for raising such a great son.
Proud army mom Sheryl
Tooter Gregg
September 24, 2007
To the Family: As the mother of a Marine currently serving in the sand, I extend my deepest sympathies for your loss. God bless you and bring you the peace only He can provide.
Cheryl Holbrook
September 23, 2007
For Matthew:
Thank you wonderful hero for the courage and bravery - knowing that every mission could be your last - you willingly went in and did whatever needed to be done. You would not want to be thought of as a Hero - you would say "Heck Mam, I was just doing my job" - please know that I am honored to have you as an Angel Warrior who will continue to look after me and mine. As an Army Mom, I could not be more proud of any soldier than I already am. Thank you for being one of the best that there ever was.
For the Emerson Family:
Please accept my deepest - heartfelt sympathies. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I thank you for sharing your most precious gift - your child - with all of us- he is an American Hero and you should be commended for raising such an outstanding young man who put the safety of others and his homeland above everything. May God bring you the peace you need to learn to rest again.
Proud Army Mom today and always.
Shallan Sickels
September 23, 2007
I know it is not easy to understand why our loved ones had to be the ones that sacriface everything inorder to standing up and fight for what we all believe in, for what freedom stands for. We know that freedom is not free. And your son did something that few could ever do, and for this I thank you, your family and your son. My husband is on his third tour in Iraq, and even though we miss him, we could not be prouder of him and all those who serve. Your son, my husband, and the other soldier alike are the reason WE ARE FREE, and that is something to be proud of. Your son will never be forgotten. Best of wishes to you and your loved ones in the days to come.
Bill and Charlotte Best
September 23, 2007
Dear Family of Matt Emerson, we know what you are enduring and we want to first thank you for your warrior,our hero. God be with you and he will comfort you.Proud parents of Staff Sgt ML Best USMC Charlotte and Bill Best
Melodie Ulsh
September 23, 2007
My deepest sympathies are with your family. With Matt in your hearts you can hold your heads high knowing he is not only your hero, but a hero of our country!
Dede Gonzalez
September 23, 2007
As a Mother, as a Grandview resident - my heart goes out to the Emerson Family. I did not have the honor of meeting Matt - yet I knew who he was because I have 2 older Grandview High School graduates (Monica 1999 and Romi 2002). Matt is a "Hero". It is an honor to be from the same town where He grew up in. When I first heard the news - I cried. When I seen the American flag at half staff - I cried. When I seen all those flags at the entrance of Grandview - I cried! I am praying for Matt and his family. God Bless the Emerson's for raising such a beautiful young man!
Dede Gonzalez
Brenda Cram
September 23, 2007
Keeping your family in my thoughts and praying for you all every day. I am sorry about your loss. May you feel God's comfort, strength, love, and peace as we all pray for your family.
MAJ Betty Egbert
September 23, 2007
I, too, am in the military and served in Iraq. If Matthew felt like the soldiers I served with, he would not want you to grieve for him. Rather, he would want you to celebrate him as a warrior who gave what he knew might be his last act of sacrifice for his country.
Jeanette Yarger
September 23, 2007
I do not know the family personally; but I have GREAT respect and loyalty to our men and women in uniform. They are family. God Bless you. Matthew is a hero. He will not be forgotten.
Ruth Norman
September 23, 2007
Thank you for being so willing to let your son serve this great country. As a mother of two service members, I want to let you know that my prayer are with your family at this time.
Doris Ayres
September 22, 2007
My heart goes out to you and your family. Being a military parent during war time is one of the toughest jobs we are ever given. Know that your son volunteered to serve his country in order to defend and preserve the freedoms we enjoy each and every day.
Matt has been added to the list of special soldiers who have laid down their life for the rest of us. For that I am eternally grateful.
Rest in peace my HERO.
Doris Ayres
Proud Army Mom
Sarah Parker
September 22, 2007
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Your son is a hero. He is gone, but never will be forgotten.
Becky Francisco
September 22, 2007
Mr. & Mrs. Emerson,
Although I have never met you or your son I just want you to know how very proud I am of your son and the sacrafice he made to keep us free. My son-in-law is a Marine and has been deployed three times twice to Iraq, the last time he was on ground. It is because of people like your son and my son-in-law who give of themselves so that we can continue to live the lives we do. I lost my brother in the Vietnam war and I know that he would have given his life just as your son has for the same reason. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss but remeber he did not die in vain and he will not be forgotten.
Stacey Smith
September 22, 2007
http://matthewjemerson.com/
Judy Willox
September 22, 2007
My heartfelt prayers and sorrow are with you at this time of your tremendous loss. I thank Matthew and you, his family, from the bottom of my heart for the sacrifices made by you all! God bless you all and keep you in His care.
Much love,
Judy Willox
Cpl. Matthew J. Emerson
September 22, 2007
Valarie Perry
September 22, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss.My daughter is also deployed and serving in the middle east.I can't imagine your loss.Valarie
Linda McWhorter
September 22, 2007
Thank you Spc. Matthew Emerson for giving your life so that all Americans can live free.I did not know you personally, but I know you were a very special person and we are very proud of you and all the others who have fought and are still fighting for our freedom. Where would we all be if it weren't for heroes like you?? My heart goes out to your family and friends...I can only imagine what they must be going through. My husband and I also have a son and grandsons....so thank you for your great sacrifice from the bottom of our hearts!!
Deanna Sanders
September 22, 2007
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Norma Nunamaker
September 22, 2007
I did not know Spc. Matt Emerson but my heart has been heavy since I heard of his passing. I love each & everyone of our troops and my feelings can never know what his family is going through. I wish I could ease the pain for them. May our good Lord and prayers hold you all tight. I thank Matt for giving my country freedom and thank his family for giving him support and love throughout his deployment.
God Bless you all!
Jennifer Plemmons
September 22, 2007
To The Family of Matthew Emerson:
It is with our deepest sympathies that our family offers our condolences to you. Each time we see that one of our young heroes has fallen, it breaks our hearts. We know the pride you have felt in your son becoming a member of the military; we know the fear you felt went he went overseas; but there is no possible way we can feel what you are now experiencing in his passing. As parents of young men we always want so much for them. We dream of their futures and pray for their safety, but ultimately they make their own decisions about what they will pursue. Matthew pursued a very noble occupation, a United States soldier, and for that we are all grateful and proud.
I know it’s of no consolation right now that Matthew served his country well, but as time passes and some healing begins, please know that there are millions of people who are so proud of him and who respect his willingness to serve and protect our country. These fine young men like Matthew are few and far between, and they certainly deserve our respect, our gratitude and our unwavering support.
We offer our sincerest sympathies and deepest respect for raising such a fine, capable and noble young man.
Respectfully,
Clayton & Jennifer Plemmons
Kennewick, Washington
Miranda Miller
September 21, 2007
I am praying for your family. You raised an American Hero, someone to truly be proud of. We are all proud of Matt.
Sheila Turpin
September 21, 2007
Our son is in the 4-1, 2-7 CAV serving with Matthew in Mosul. They were friends. We extend our very deepest condolences. Matthew will forever be remembered as the hero he is. Words can never express our sympathies to you and gratitude to Matthew, but please know that you are in our prayers. God wrap you in His loving and comforting arms.
Trace Schreiber
September 21, 2007
I did not know Matt very well. But we both have some things in common. We were both Greyhound football players, and we both had the same football number. He was in the military, and I am in the military. I think our personalities are somewhat the same too. We both believe in our country as well. I pray that he is resting in peace and that everything good about this American hero will simmer in the hearts and minds of all those who knew him. God Bless You
Megan Maas
September 21, 2007
I didn't really have the chance to get to know Matt when we were in school together, but what I did know of him was that he was a great guy and a very loyal person. I am praying for Matt and his family. I know that the Lord will take care of them and wrap them in his loving arms. Thank you Matt for your loyalty to your family, mine and the rest of America. I appreciate your sacrifice and everything that you gave. You will never know how loved you are.
Jessica Bell
September 21, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. To the family and friends of this brave soldier, you are not alone in your grieving. Too many of us know the pain you are experiencing. I lost my sweet little brother exactly 4 months ago and the pain is still so severe. Wear your gold star pin with pride and close to your heart. In loving memory of Cpl. Michael W Davis,22, KIA Baghdad, Iraq 5/21/2007.
Spc. Kyle Beaulaurier
September 21, 2007
I am very sorry to hear about Matt-- It seems just like yesterday we were all in school together, living out our lives as care free as kids can be. Matt passed away doing what he loved, we could all be so fortunate. He is a very honorable person. We're very proud of him, and all of his accomplishments.
Chaplain Dan Gates, Georgia Society SAR
September 21, 2007
With the deepest regret, I have just learned of the death of Specialist Emerson. As a Vietnam Veteran and the State Chaplain of the Georgia Sons Of The American Revolution, I speak for our President, Charlie A. Newcomer, III and more than 1,400 SAR members around the State of Georgia in humbly expressing the condolences of a grateful Society. Wrapped in the integrity of service to our nation and the inestimable values of duty, honor and country, your American hero stood on a wall of freedom for us all. His life and his love of country epitomized every attribute of patriotism the Sons Of The American Revolution hold dear. And, as Americans, we could never repay the debt we owe him ..!! Nor the debt we owe you… his family!!!
Lia Pena
September 21, 2007
even though i didn't know u i knew ur mom n i fell sorry 4 her
well i know a bunch of people r sad cuz of wat happened
R.I.P
Amanda Rodriguez
September 21, 2007
As the wife of a Marine, who was deployed to Iraq twice and a fellow graduate of Grandview High School where I had to pleasure of meeting Matt. I wish his family luck during this difficult time. He was a true hero.
Betsy Lenz
September 21, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Remember that "Those who live in the hearts of others never die."
Keeping you in my thoughts during this difficult time,
Sandy Bonesteel
September 21, 2007
As the mother of a son who is deployed, I want to send my condolences. Please know that there are many, many people who grieve with you.
gary Allan
September 20, 2007
Sp. Matthew J.Emerson
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever,
Gale Poindexter
September 20, 2007
I am writing to offer my condolences to your family over the loss of your HERO Spc Matthew J Emerson. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.
When things settle down, I recommend that you contact a man named Michael Reagan @
www.michaelgreaganartist.com
He will draw one portrait of the fallen soldier. He does this for free and will draw any picture of your choosing. He has drawn presidents and other celebrities. My husband and I got one and it has helped me with the healing process. Michael is a truly gifted artist that captures the very essence of the person he draws. I look at my picture everyday and it gives me a connection that I cannot explain.
I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service.
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT -KIA May 6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
Valorie
September 20, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and now they are protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007
michele fontaine
September 20, 2007
thank you for your service to our country. you are and will be always honored and remembered. The good lord will protect him now and forever. GOD BLESS ALL OUR SOLDIER'S!! Shelly. CT.
September 20, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
Garnet Jenkins
September 20, 2007
A Multitude of Thanks, to your Brave Young Soldier, who lost his life while in the Service of our Country. With so much gratitude for his Courage, and his Unselfish Dedication and Service.
Rest In Peace now, Spc. Matthew J. Emerson, in God's Loving Care and may the Peace of God be with the Emerson family.
Those who Make these Sacrifices,So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
"I consider that our present sufferings.
are not worth comparing with the glory
that shall be revealed in us."
~ Romans 8:18 ~
I am sincerely hoping that you feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the days ahead, as this Country morns with you, for someone very precious to you, who is a True American Hero to all of us.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your Loss.
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