Matthew Aydelott
Matthew Aydelott
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This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
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Peter Tomany
July 21, 2009
Matthew was my first penfriend, at the age of 10. We wrote to each other for a few years. I was excited to have a penfriend in the USA and I think he was excited to have a penfriend in Ireland. In 2005, over a quarter of a century later, we met for the first time in Minneapolis. I came away from this meeting really excited, because the ten year old Matt had grown up to be the sort of guy that I would like to consider my friend in adulthood. There was an immediate connection. It is my great regret that I did not stay in closer contact when we were boys. There was no real reason for us to drop out of contact, other than growing up, and as adults, I think we could have been good friends. My sincere sympathy to the family.
Peter Tomany
Cheryl Fritch
November 7, 2008
Matt was such a good friend to me and my daughter and always there for me for so many years. I felt I always had him to talk to.He always found the humor in things and when I was going through a hard time he always had the right words for me. I will truly miss him.
Nell Bekiares
October 14, 2008
I just heard of Matt's death. I grew up in the same neighborhood as Nate and Matt, and was a regular at Southdale Y. I wish I had known Matt as an adult--it sounds like he was a selfless person who found a place in the world to make a difference. My heart goes out to Nate and Karen. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Margaret Hedlund
September 29, 2008
I have this wonderful picture of Matt's smile in my mind from our days as camp counselors at Kici Yapi. His smile and laugh were so infectious! I can't believe he's gone. I remember him so fondly. My heart aches for Matt's family and friends, you are in my prayers.
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Jamie Inlow
September 28, 2008
I am sorry for the loss or the most amazing man in that I have ever met.. Matt was my mentor in so many ways. He helped me become a better person, and a successful hard working single mother. He made me laugh in so many ways.... He will always be remembered....
John
September 26, 2008
I send best wishes to Matt's family and close friends. This was a tragic story that struck me although I was not a close friend of Matt's. Thank you for this forum and may peace be with Matt.
Julie Nelson
September 25, 2008
I was saddened to hear about Matt's passing. I met Matt at Camp Kici Yapi and enjoyed getting to know him over the years. I remember his great sense of humor and wit, his easy-going disposition and his love of music. My heartfelt condolences to his family.
mike cavanaugh
September 23, 2008
what a loss.. Matt, you were a great loyal friend. I will never forget your friendship, all who knew you were blessed to have known you. my sincerest condolences to nathan, and all of his family. i am so sorry.
Mike Cavanaugh
John and Jill Ries
September 22, 2008
Our Heartfelt condolences go out to you all. What more can we say
Molly Fox
September 22, 2008
My heartfelt condolences to Matt's friends, colleagues, and family. He and I were classmates at Fulton in Minneapolis. He accomplished a lot in his too brief life.
Hilary Kost
September 22, 2008
I was so saddened to read about Matt's passing in the paper. I used to walk to Fulton Grade School in MPLS, with him all the time in grade school. I remember so vividly his glistening gold hair! He was so funny, and kind. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my prayers.
Betsy
September 22, 2008
My condolences to Matt's family and those that knew him. I hope that fond memories and passing of time help lift your heavy hearts. May Matt's work shine on through the foundation.
Bridget Haugan
September 21, 2008
I am so sad to learn of Matt's death. My favorite memory of him that makes me smile every time is when we were 14/15 yrs old and volunteering at the YMCA Tadpole camp and his mom Karen was the instructor, sneaking frosted animal crackers and kool-aid for ourselves was quite the skill (or so we thought). You touched so many lives and will be missed.
Ivana Carlos (DePew)
September 20, 2008
When I first started at Cuesta as a CalWorks student, I was extreemly nervous, but Matt was there for me to help guide me in the right direction. I will be forever greatful for the helping hand and the kind heart of Matt Aydelott.
Connie Cantrell
September 19, 2008
Matt was someone this world will truly miss. His reach touched so many lives. Matt had the hunger and found the power to influence change. His influence was full with compassion and lifetimes are improved because of his concern. People are enriched and their souls feel his humanity. Hopefully he now knows his achievements were many.
Kris Overlund
September 19, 2008
I am so sad to hear about the loss of Matt. The summers we worked together at Camp Kici Yapi were the best. He had an incredible ability to make us laugh every day. I know he will be truly missed by his family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Amy Jarrard
September 18, 2008
I was so sad to hear of Matt's passing from my old pals from the Southdale YMCA. Matt and I worked together there nearly 20 years ago (his mom Karen was my very first boss!) and at Camp Kici Yapi with a group of people I still hold very dear to my heart. His easy laugh and incredible sense of humor will be missed.
Else Mai Curry
September 17, 2008
Matt was a true advocate for youth. There are so many that have benefitted from his guidance and confidence in them. His passing is a loss on so many levels.
Shawn Murphy
September 16, 2008
Matt was a true gift for my daughter when she was going through a troubled time. He helped her realize just how special she is...
He will be greatly missed.
Terry and Pepper Paulson
September 16, 2008
So many lives will be the poorer for Matt's passing. We are holding all of the family and friends in our prayers and our hearts.
Dee Limon
September 16, 2008
My heart goes out to Matt's family in their time of sorrow. Matt was such a joy to have around along with his creative way of always putting an event together with such ease. He was not only a valued member of our Cuesta team but contributed to our college and community in many ways. He will be sorely missed by many and I am so grateful that I was given the opportunity to know and work with him.
DiAnna Anderson
September 16, 2008
There seems to be too few words to express all that Matt was to so many. My condolences and prayers are with all those who knew and loved Matt.
David Ryal
September 16, 2008
I was saddened to learn about the passing of Matt. I had the opportunity to network with him while employed at Cuesta College. He was indeed a fine individual with a heart of gold. His passing is a great loss to the college and for the county as a whole.
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