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Guerin Fritzlen
September 2, 2022
Miss you lots and lots. l hope life is taking care of you.
Guerin Fritzlen
September 3, 2020
Carla, I am heartbroken for you and your family. I will pray for peace and happiness for all of you.
Geno Wessel
September 21, 2011
My sincere condolences to all of the Shankles. He was my best friend in High School. He was like the big brother I never had. My thoughts and prayers are with you Carla, as well as Alexandra, Geno, Holly and Kelsey. I saw him last, about 2 years ago out here at the AHMGT. And I was glad I did, all he could talk about was his loving family and how happy you all made him. I was so glad he found you Carla, even though I have never meet you. I am truely sorry for your loss.
September 13, 2011
My prayers to the Shankle family. Remembering Matt from the old So. O days what a genuine good person. God bless. Lisa Avila
September 12, 2011
My sincere condolences to the Shankle family. We have great memories of our family time at Oceanside Harbor.
Martha Gresham
Scott Franssen
September 12, 2011
National Sports Center for the Disabled friends are truly saddened by Matt's passing. He was a wonderful father and put his family far ahead of his needs. All of us know him for his strong compassion and caring. He will be greatly missed.
donna graham-dykes
September 12, 2011
what a loss, i only have good memories of matt. what a fun, kind, good spirited guy. helped me out on more than one occasion. i still have a picture somewhere of matt on one of our horses. next time I go to Oceanside harbor,He will no doubt be on my mind. Love you, Matt. See you in heaven when I get there!
Bruce Gresham
September 12, 2011
Matt and his family shared a truly magic time at Oceanside Harbor in the early 70's. Matt was a great guy to have as part of the crew.
I am pleased to hear he shared his love of sailing with his family.
Bruce Gresham
Bill Wiedemann
September 11, 2011
We "grew up " together at the harbor. Always a classy guy.
Bill Wiedemann
Jen Jones
September 11, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about Matt's passing. We will always remember him as a funny and kind man, devoted to his family and a joy to be around. We have many fond memories of our days at Ames Elementary, and the Shankle family was a big part of that. Carla, you and your beautiful children are in our prayers.
The Jones family--Shane, Jennifer, Caleb and Maya
John Duchi
September 11, 2011
My condolences to the rest of the Shankle clan. I loved Matt like a brother, and both my parents considered him part of the family. I will let everyone at Oceanside Yacht Club know and we will all mourn him. What a great guy and what a great loss.
Sandra (Seyfried) Miller
September 10, 2011
To Matt's Family, I too sat on the other side of Matt at Graduation. He kept me laughing through the entire time. He was a good friend and classmate. It was great to see him and catch up at an reunion. You are in my prayers.
Cappie Zahniser Brooks
September 10, 2011
I just heard about Matt's passing. Anyone who has ever known him speaks of his kindness. He was a terrific guy. I saw him a couple of years ago, the first time since we were kids hanging out at the harbor. It didn't matter; he never changed. My sincere condolences to the family.
Guerin olsen
September 9, 2011
What a great man!
Guerin
September 9, 2011
Dear Carla and family: We are so sorry about Matt's death. Please know we're praying for all of you and would love to help you in any way we can. He was one sweetheart of a man. So glad we were able to meet him. He really embraced life...a good lesson for all of us.
All our best, The Lewis Family, Betty, Charles, Caitlin and Colin
Lisa Schear
September 9, 2011
Dear Family,
I just wanted you to know how much I loved Matt, My son Matt was named after him, High School was hard for me, I felt like I never fit in but everyday Matt woud come up to me and see how my day was going. We had some of the same classes and all through those years I would not of made it without him and his kindness, He was a standup guy, and to him everyone was important. I was so proud to be sitting next to him in the line at graduation. when they called Matt everyone cheered then I was next Lisa Sheffield. I will always remember my dear friend and proud that my son has his name. I am so sorry for your lose but I know you will carry on his legacy. he had such a great smile didn't he
love to the family
Lisa Sheffield-Schear
Sheryl Anderson
September 9, 2011
Carla,
I am not sure you remember me, but I worked with you at Starz/Encore (I am still at Starz) and worked for your Father at United Cable, I am very sorry to hear of your loss, and wish you and your family the best.
Sheryl Anderson
Donna Greenley
September 9, 2011
Sorry to hear about the news about a wonderful, kind hearted classmate...my thoughts & prayers to the family and frieds of Matt..am proud to have been a classmate
Andrea Silver
September 8, 2011
Carla, Alexandra, Geno,Holly and Kelsey,
I am sending my thoughts and prayers to you about the loss of your sweet husband and loving father.
With love,
Andrea Silver
Lisa Russell
September 8, 2011
To Matt's dear family. My family's prayers are with you all. Wish I would have known Matt was in CO, I would have stopped in last time I was there. A super class mate!! Love Lisa R & Family
Michael Aguirre
September 8, 2011
Matt was a true classmate and friend. I will never forget the memories and enjoyment we had during the days of our youth. We had some good times and during our life enjoyed the times we shared. The earth has lost a dear friend but Heaven has gained a eternal friend. Matt put in a good word for me and save me a spot. Aloha bruddah until we meet again.
Daivd Toloumu
September 8, 2011
Sympathies to the Shankles families. Matt was a very Kind hearted Big man with a bigger heart. As a high school classmate I was & am very honored to call him brother/friend. I will always remember Matt as an adventurous & carasmatic, fun loving kinda guy. Matt, I will ALWAYS remember you bro. Rest In Love Brother...
Bob & Nancy Ford
September 8, 2011
We were saddened to hear of Matt's passing. He was an exceptional person. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Mike Rohatch
September 8, 2011
So sorry to hear about Matt's passing. He was a great classmate and teammate! He was humble, funny and liked by all! We will miss you Matt!
My condolences & prayers go out to the family.
Tony Timerman
September 8, 2011
To Matt's family . . . I was so sorry to hear this news and hope that any positive thoughts and prayers that I send your way can help you at this painful time!!!
Tommy Kelly Kimbrel
September 8, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of our long time dear friend Matt! We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers for comfort & peace. Words cannot express our deepest sympathy for you all.
Marti Babb
September 8, 2011
My thoughts & prayers are with you all! I am so sorry for your pain & loss.
Sincerely,
Marti Babb
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