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Joe Castro
June 10, 2009
To the family members and friends of Matt Peterson i would like to express my deepest empathy for i have also lost a child to a similar accident. My daughter who was only 12 years old. I would also like to assure you that he too is Resideing In Paradise. My heart goes out to Matt and his family members with love and empathy.
Mona Mustafa
May 19, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the Peterson family. I worked with Matt to build a program years ago, and he was a wonderful person with great integrity. I was fortunate to have known him and will miss him. I am sure there is a new angel in heaven, although he was taken from us far too soon. Although it may be little comfort, know that he was well respected and cared for by those he worked with. Again, my deepest sympathy for our loss.
Laurie Rankins
March 21, 2008
To the family of Matt,
Words can not describe the pain you and your family are going through.
My heart goes out to you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Dan Tupper
March 19, 2008
My sicere condolences to Matt's family. I am a cyclist that has ridden many of the country roads in the San Jose area and often think of the possibility of a similar accident. I also lost a son to a similar bicycle accident at the age of 26 so I understand your pain. Fourteen years later I still feel the pain and the loss.
Jim Fernandez
March 19, 2008
I met Matt a little over a year ago, as he was recovering from a cycle injury. I called on Matt as a sale represenative to his company where he worked. He was truly one of the brightest, energetic, passionate, and nicest guy I have ever worked with. His cycling stories and professionalism will forever be remembered as I ride. I am better for having known him. My prayers are with you Matt and your family. God Bless.
Wil Klassen
March 17, 2008
Even having not know Matt Peterson or the family, my condolences and heart goes out to the Peterson family.
Magdalena Cabrera
March 14, 2008
Although I do not know the Peterson family, my heart is with you and I send you prayers and heartfelt condolences on your loss.
Gabriela Markette
March 13, 2008
My sincerest condolences to Matt's family.
Chris kwok
March 12, 2008
heyy matt. you're an awesome guy and i just want to let you know that the whole team is going to miss you.
Bill Belanich
March 12, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the Peterson family and all those touched by this tragedy.
Joanna Broder
March 12, 2008
Such a tragedy. I was looking forward to seeing him and hearing him address my class at U of AZ in April. My deepest sympathies.
Jen
March 12, 2008
Deepest sympathy for Matt's family and friends.
Mark Smith
March 12, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Peterson family. I am so sorry for your loss.
I met Matt thru work several years ago and we quickly discovered we had similar interest in cycling. I can't begin to tell everyone how much I enjoyed hearing all his great adventures and his various training stories. When I asked for a few training tips he gave me a program to follow and all sorts of info. He said to me in that training email, "If you ever have training questions let me know. I love this stuff.” and he sure did love it. When he told me he would be out of the office on some great trip, I was always thinking I want to do that. His passion to do things was contagious and his passion will always be an inspiration for me to get out and do fun stuff.
God Bless You, Matt
Lie Chu Voo
March 12, 2008
Hello, sorry i may be a stranger to you, but please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss, I lost my friend with name Matt in middle February, your name made me remind him. May GOD blessed you & your family.
Bill
March 12, 2008
To Matt's family and friends, we share in your grief and know that there is strength in remembering the good times of Matt's life. Matt may you Rest in Peace along with our daughter Kristy.
Butch Francisco
March 12, 2008
Matt, may you rest in peace and a heartfelt condolence to your family.
Billy De Alba
March 11, 2008
Hey Matt Iam going to miss you as a Soccer coach, all the fun times we had at soccer practice with Vlad, and when you would yell at the Refs good times.The team is going to miss you man.
Love- Billy De Alba
Nancy
March 11, 2008
I am so deeply sorry for your loss, we live here in Merced and new Matt was just here last weekend. My prayers are with your family and you will have a special 'angel' over looking you everyday.
Ryan Brady
March 11, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with Matt's family and friends. He will be greatly missed.
Steven Smith
March 11, 2008
My condolences to Matt's family and friends. I am very sorry for your loss.
Faye Ellis
March 11, 2008
I would like to express my sadness at the loss of Matt Peterson. This tradgedy is shocking and very troubling.
Anne Martell
March 11, 2008
Matt's passion for life was plainly seen and felt by everyone who worked alongside him. He will be greatly missed every day.
May the road rise to meet you Matt
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face, the rain fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand as you ride your bike through the gates of heaven.
Ben Mendola
March 11, 2008
Matt and I were in the same business fraternity at U of Arizona (Delta Sigma Pi), we worked together at the same hotel/restaurant in college, we suffered through summer school (accounting) together in the summer of 1998, and he even let me live in his small studio apartment with him for a few months in college. When we were living together, I will never forget playing Super Mario cart until the early hours of the morning and talking about life and our dreams and goals. Although I have not talked to Matt much since we graduated from college I will always remember him reminding me to "let the little things be the little things" and not to get too hung up on the things of life that really don't matter. I was in shock when I heard this news yesterday and still can't believe it. I really regret not staying in better touch with him. Matt, rest in peace brother.
BILL KATZ
March 11, 2008
So very sorry.
Karol Roethle
March 11, 2008
Matt and I were great friends in high school and for the past 15 years. We had so many wonderful memories together... milepost signs... motorhome rocking... falling while dancing... He had such an amazing spirit in him and he will be deeply missed. There are hardly words to describe what a tremendous person he was. He will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with his sisters and his parents back in our hometown of Willcox.
Cater Arico
March 11, 2008
I didn't know Matt that well, but I know he worked hard for everything he did, and cared very deeply for his family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this very sad time.
Bruce Smith
March 11, 2008
I did not know Matt, but we were both part of the cycling family. I wish I had the right words to say. I send my prayers and thoughts to your family and friends.
Veronica Ng
March 11, 2008
The first and the last time we met in Jan '08 in Hong Kong. You are such a nice person to work with. Continue your cycling expertise in the other world there. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Chuck G
March 11, 2008
God Bless you Matt for your spirit and compassion. You are a great example of a Champion that we can all learn from
Jason Milleisen
March 11, 2008
I had the honor of knowing Matt. He was smart, friendly, and generous. It's heart breaking to think about what his close friends and family must be enduring. Losing a guy with so much life ahead of him is a tragedy. Matt was the kind of guy that people could look at say "I want to be like him" because of his drive and passion in life.
Maureen Geer-Daffner
March 11, 2008
Our sadness is huge in this terrible loss. We hold your family in the circle of our memories and our love.
Linda Rodriguez
March 10, 2008
A tragic loss of a young man with his life before him. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Elizabeth Norena
March 10, 2008
I didn't know Matt, but I wanted to send my condolences to his family and friends. He sounds like he was a wonderful person and amazing cyclist.
Vera Divenyi
March 10, 2008
We are all part of the same community. Although I did not know you personally, I did know your passion for cycling very well. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Mike Malone
March 10, 2008
My deepest sympathies to Matt's friends and family. I met Matt at the MERCO Credit Union Cycling Classic race on March 1. As CEO of MERCO Credit Union, I had the honor of presenting Matt his first-place trophy. Just before the race, he saw my Marketing Director and me carry one of the river rock trophies, and asked if he could rub the rock for good luck. It must have worked, for he won his race shortly after.
God bless, Matt.
Rosie Turpin
March 10, 2008
God has gained an Angel in Heaven,and His great outlook on life and smiling face will be missed by so many of us who were close to him on daily basis.
Scott Marlow
March 10, 2008
Peterson!!! We had some good times, and I am going to miss you.
kins 123
March 10, 2008
no words...the wind at your back now & forever
Mike Phelan
March 10, 2008
I didn't know Matt or Kristy but obviously they lived life to the fullest. We should follow their example and honor them by never being afraid to do the same.
Andrew Dyer
March 10, 2008
Ride on in the stars. I pray for peace and understanding for all your family and friends.
March 10, 2008
God Bless You! :)
Lindy King
March 10, 2008
Godspeed, Matt. Muuh sympathy to your family and loved ones.
Eleanor Walker
March 10, 2008
Matt was a real firecracker! His energy and enthusiasm was second to none. I am so grateful to have known him over the years and I express my deepest sympathies to his family. We at Walmart.com are all blessed to have known him.
Hector Estrada
March 10, 2008
I always admired Matt for the drive and leadership he demonstrated in every thing he did. Matt had an energy that was contagious, he was a leader that respected and treated everyone equally. I can honestly say that I've been lucky to have known an extraordinary person like Matt, he touched my life in a special way. Without knowing it, Matt taught me a life lesson... to never lose ambition for the things we are passionate about. I'm certain he has touched the lives of many as he did mine, simply by being himself. My condolences and prayers go out to to the Peterson Family. I will miss Matt dearly. You will always be in our hearts and memories Matt.
Amber Lackner
March 10, 2008
Matt,
I will always remember you as someone who enjoyed and loved life to the fullest. You always seemed to have a smile on your face, whether it was scuba diving down in Mexico or just making it through another day in Willcox. I send my best to Melinda and your family as they must be going through so much right now.
Randy Rhody
March 10, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies, and support for the cycling community that Matt was a part of.
Lee Renna
March 10, 2008
So sad to hear, all my prayers and condolences to his loved ones.
Angelo Cilli
March 10, 2008
I only met Matt a couple of times but I was stricken by his professionalism and joy for life. In total disbelief, I offer my deepest sympathy to his wife and family. I know that Matt will be looking over us. God bless him.
Jeanette Rodriguez
March 10, 2008
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jer Coursey
March 10, 2008
I hope there are bikes in heaven so you can keep doing what your spirit loves. Central Valley Wheelers of Tracy send you their deepest condolences.
Jennifer Durham
March 10, 2008
My deepest sympathies to Matt's family and freinds. It could have been me, I ride that road all the time.
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