Mothers Day,is such a bittersweet day.
Remembering you everyday,with love.
Forever,in our hearts.
Mom
Another great turnout for the Matt Dinning memorial rugby cup.
Through rain and snow,the boys of Madill played well,and won.
Your legacy,lives on.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you this weekend as we remember Matt and Randy.
Nancee and Dave Payne
Junior Rugby: Matt Dinning Memorial Tourney
April 25,2013.
Remembering you with love,
Forever in our hearts.
My poem, written for this Easter 2013, in respect of those who have given their very all to bring about a better world on our behalf and in recognition of their families, friends, loved ones and fellow soldiers who miss them so deeply at each Easter Sunday meal. May They R.I.P. We Will Remember Them.
Empty chairs each Easter Sunday
In homes across our land
Tears flowing gently
For each son or daughter
Mom or dad
Who gave a heart to Canada
Stood proud for me and you
Stepped forth to make a difference
In a world, in need, they knew
I've seen comets
I've seen meteors
But what I saw the other night
Was a glowing ball
Streak across the sky
In slow motion, in its flight
It glowed so bright, like mini moon
Its colour just the same
And then in the spirit with which it came
Turned to darkness once again
Overjoyed in what, I had seen
It was not a shooting star
It was a light that lifted high
In the brief moment of its spark
Oh lord, so many soldiers
So young and full of life
Have moved my heart
In this gentle way
As they've stood so far apart
Parted from their families
Parted from their friends
Stood so tall for who we are
Given all that could be given
Now held so close, within the hearts
Of those who miss them so
As bright, as seen, this palm Sunday's eve
Not unlike a story foretold
Of a son who gave his very all
So others would follow
Follow in a dream, a way
That a world would see a light
Of goodness spread across a world
At freedoms dawning sight
Oh Lord be near our soldier
Who also gave a life
For all to see a better world
On behalf of all of us
Lord, I dare not compare your son of life
To our warriors brave and true
I only give this humble voice
Of their efforts, the good, they do
Standing tall
Standing brave
Standing with all you shared
Within their hearts as young they were
To mold them
Brave for you
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
rogbor@live.ca
Your birthday,celebrated in so many different ways,by those who loved you,so very much.
Always and forever
Although I never knew you personally, I came across a post through social networking that led me here. It's very apparent that you are deeply loved and missed and a true hero in the hearts of family and friends...I light this candle in your memory and in the memory of all of our fallen soldiers and heros.
Lest we forget.
Happy 30th birthday,our dear Matthew
Today,we will celebrate your life and the legacy you left behind.
Forever in our hearts.
Love your family
Happy Valentines Day,
Love you forever,my son
Mom
Knowing 11 and 12 were at the game,of remembrance Friday night.
Missing you so very much,holding our memories so very close to our hearts.
Love you forever,
For the Families of Our Fallen This Christmas 2012
Angel's feathers falling
To remind us they're up there
Wind chimes sounding gently
To let us know the lord is near
Today is but a lull, in winter's nasty chill
One can see the storm clouds building
Circling, all around us now
We hold so close the warmth that was
To let it not escape
Yet no matter how hard we try
The warmth, it finds the gate
The chill it reaches down inside
Attaches to the spine
Sends shivers climbing through us now
Hearts are frozen held in time
For those who've lost a loved one, friend
Tis all they can endure
A hope, a wish, a prayer, t'would bring
Their loved one home again
Oh Lord their Soldier stood for all
Please warm these hearts so chilled
So they may find the warmth once shared
With this one no longer near
As they look out through the window
Let the moon and stars, shine bright
Let all about, it glisten forth
On this, this special night
Another hero gave his all
The one who led the way
For them to find a life beyond
And faith to find a day
A way to climb a staircase
To the heavens high above
To join a son, a daughter, friend
To be together once more as one
Oh lord you sent your son, our gift
To those who lend a heart
To those who've given all and more
For those life has forgot
We stand so near, so near Oh Lord
In praise, in solitude
Await a time, a time to share
A loved one entrusted unto you
Thank you Lord
Merry Christmas To All
We will Remember Them Until You Meet Again
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family Slave Lake, Alberta
rogbor@live.ca
Miss you (step) daddy, you were the father I never really had, Least we forget <3 love you
For Remembrance Day 2012
Flurries of snow across our land
A chilly wind bites at the spine
As we stand for those who stood for all
In far off distant lands
Some recall the void, the pain within
Left in hearts, in minds, in lives
Who were impacted at the loss of those
Their lives never the same again
Friends recall fond memories
Child in tears for a mom or dad
A wife recalls the horror of war
That turned her life, a living hell
A mother or father stands in thought
A loss beyond belief
Of one who was their heart their soul
Since counting tiny toes upon their feet
Fellow soldiers, comrades
Loved ones, friends
In their minds they bring them near
In special thoughts of those they've lost
While fighting over there
We as Canadians
Stand proud, respect
All those who stood for all
Sent from a nation whose open heart
Has provided a world a home
Oh lord my heart so empty
As I stand, two minutes given
Just a moment's time
For the life they gave
On behalf of all of us
I cannot be prouder Canada
I could never turn away
From those who've shared
Their loved one forth
A debt we could not repay
Stand proud, Remember, Oh Canada
For those who stand for us
For their families, friends, and comrades too
For they gave for me and you
We are focused on the flower
Began in fields so far away
An image to be remembered now
On each Remembrance Day
We Who Remember Them
Are forever in their debt
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family Slave Lake, AB
Remembering the sacrifice you made for your country.
We remember everyday,missing your smile,laughter,and zest for life.
Love your Family
I will never forget you and the sacrifices you and the rest of our troops make for me everyday.
Another angel is with you now,take care of her.
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
R.I.P. Hero Cpl Matthew Dinning, you will always be remembered.
Stay close to the hearts of your family - they miss you.
Thinking of you today,so missing
Missing you,especially today
I got to know Matt during high school. I can honestly say that he was the most strong minded person I have ever met. He kept asking me what my middle name was for weeks before I finally relented. His persistance in asking me left me with an indelible impression as to how he was as an individual. I have to concur with what someone else said about Matt, in that he was always the same person day in and day out. The world would be a much better place if there was more people like Matt.
Thanks Matt for all the memories you left me with, I'll always feel grateful to have had the opportunity to get to know you as much as I did.
Thanks for serving this country! I'll miss yeah!
Cpl. Matthew Dinning,my name is Morgan Weeks. I never knew you in life but without knowing why....I chose a photo of you from public domain and put it in my video for the song I wrote to support you and your brothers in arms, "For God and Country".
Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being one of the individuals who I believe are "born" of superior character who posses a" willingness" to give your life for another. Morgan Weeks
http://www.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv=huyld8N42VE&sns=fb&h=EAQFNwqKzAQGUVcR2Q8ysg5PDh9EN9ZYGZotQbot-N4Zrbw&enc=AZO5BJcr0EPvnabdvdxbL2MB7K8keCYtu4aAYC0eP-w1kXl7ra_ofqvwV4AaHQHTJAjy1M2pqItDXGENdYsVUYRB
This is a song that my husband wrote to support our troops and Matthew is in the video. Just wanted to say to his family that we are saddened to hear of your loss and that you should be very proud of Matthew. Although we didn't know him, he and all the others who have fought and died for our freedom will always be Heroes <3 Thank-you for that!
Remembering our dear Matthew,forever in our hearts.
Love Mom Dad and Brendon
Happy 29th birthday our dear Matthew.
Forever in our hearts
The the Dinning Family
My heartfelt condolence to your loss. I did not know your son but I was friends with his brother in arms Randy Joseph Payne. Just to let you know that I visited Randy's family last weekend and his chidren, Tristan and Jasmine are doing quite well.
Again, I am so sorry for your loss.
I have just moved to your hometown. I have meet your dad at cadets and he told me and Bravo Platoon all about you. Rest In Peace.
Wishing I had your strength and courage.
For the Families of Our Fallen, This Christmas 2011
The wind is howling at my doorstep
This eve of Christmas Eve
The trees are bending low its clear
As Christmas day draws near
As I decked the tree this Christmas
I thought of those so brave
Of those who've lost a loved one
Who stepped forth for me and gave
They gave their all for Canada
A gift beyond compare
They stood a world away in time
Where few would tread or dare
So many loved ones share in tears
In thoughts they've left behind
Hugs once held so warm and close
A smile within a mind
The TREE has become so special now
For it holds a life time past
Its sparkling lights a memory's glow
Of a hero once held so near
As garland wrapped the tree in smiles
Those smiles of yesteryears
Those smiles held upon as face
Forever now held near
Each piece of tinsel a frozen tear
Shed at a time of loss
And now reflecting the reason why
For this hero was dearly loved
A true angel tops this Christmas tree
For is seen when looking high
As a loved one lifts their faces near
And a prayer races from a heart
A wish that they were standing near
A wish for laughter's sound
A warmth a hug once use to bring
Remains a memory oh so close
Oh Canada, our heroes gave
Their loved ones hold our hearts
Lord please reach out and hold them close
Please be so near this season forth
By: Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
Our Thoughts, Our Hearts, Our Prayers
Wishing You All A Wonderful Christmas
rogbor@live.ca
Our dear Matthew,
Forever in our hearts,always in our thoughts
Hi Matthew. You don't know me, but I know all about you! I'm doing my school project all about you. Don't let that creep you out, because I think you were the bestlooking and most hard working soldier out there! Rest in Peace ?
Thinking of you and your family and your mother's tears for the loss of her wondrful son, giving his life for what he held so dear, so that others may live in freedom and safety. My family's thanks from our hearts. My prayers for you and all of yours.
Watching the telecast from Kandahar on this Remembrance Day and hearing your name, Matthew, among 158 killed in Afghanistan still brings a tear to my eye but it also brings to mind the selflessness of men and women such as yourself. I talked about you and your family with a group of gr. 8 students last week and it brought about deep and thoughtful questions and insights from these young students. You may not be here physically but your spirit still resonates with so many. Just wanted you to know that we do remember and we are forever thankful.
I first met you when you came in to my class in public school. I remember you so clearly. I seem to always think of you and your family on Novemvber 11th each year. I have read all the comments from your loved ones and I see how much you are loved and missed each and everyday. May you rest in peace Matthew.
~ from an old school friend.
Elyse Mitchell (Lachance)
elysemitchell4@gmail.com
Nov 11 2011
It's not just today,Remembrance day,that we remember you,and your sacrifice for our country.
Everyday,we remember you with,heavy hearts,smiles,and wonderful memories, of all you accomplished in your short 23 years.
Forever in our hearts,
Love your family
Missing you,each and everyday
Some nights I find myself sitting outside, looking up to the stars. Playing back memories of the years that have passed us by. Recalling all of the great times that we had together, and those times that I wish you were here for.
You know you have had an impact on someone's life when there isn't a day that goes by when they don't think about you and the friendship shared.
Miss ya buddy.
Matthew Dinning On Wingham Cenotaph
Wednesday, October 12, 2011 5:10 am
The name of a Wingham soldier has been added to the Wingham Cenotaph. At last night's Committee of the Whole meeting, Deputy Clerk Kathy Adams told the committee that the process to add Corporal Matthew Dinning's name to the Wingham landmark has been completed in plenty of time for next month's Remembrance Day service.The addition of Matthew Dinning's name had been approved at an earlier council meeting, and Mac Anderson has asked council to accept his work as a donation. The Committee agreed to draft a letter to Mac Anderson expressing apprciation for his donation.
Just wondering,the what if????????????,then again,I will always
Missing you
Peace is a daily,a weekly,a monthly process,gradually changing opinions,slowly eroding old barriers,quietly building new structures.And however undramatic the pursuit of peace,the pursuit must go on.
JFK
Thinking of everything you did,and missing you so very much,always in our hearts.
Portraits of Honour Tour Stops in Wingham
Wednesday, June 8, 2011 12:10 pm
A mural depicting the 156 men and women who have died in Afghanistan was on display in Wingham this morning. The Portraits of Honour mural is on a national tour that started May 31st at CFB Trenton and will finish sometime in November. Among the stops will be a big ceremony on Parliament Hill on Remembrance Day. The tour stopped in Wingham to honour Corporal Matthew Dinning who grew up there, and died in Afghanistan in April 2006. The mural was started in December 2008 by artist Dave Sopha who was inspired to do something after hearing about the 100th soldier to die. Sopha shut down his own studio and hasn't worked on anything but the mural. Each portrait takes 80 hours from start to finish. He says the response from the communites has been overwhelming in the week it's been on the road. Sopha spoke at a ceremony this morning along with Steve Tiffin of the Teeswater Kinsmen, Matthew Dinning's mother Laurie, as well as government and Legion representatives. The tour stops at the Listowel Kin Gala this afternoon at 3 before moving on to the Bagotville International Air Show on Sunday.
Remembering with Love always
Our beloved Matthew-5 years ago our lives were forever changed.
Not a day goes by,that we dont share a memory about you.
Forever in our hearts.love
Mom Dad and Brendon
Happy 28th Birthday,our dear Son and Brother,your in our hearts and our thoughts everyday
In our hearts each and every day.
Happy VD Matthew,your brother, like yourself,loves to buy flowers,however now,its two dozen long stem at a time.lol
In our hearts and thoughts everyday,Love and Hugs
Missing you so very much,always in our hearts,
Love your family
For the Families, loved ones, friends of or Fallen This Christmas 2010
Looking back, on childhood’s days
When wonder set the sails
And all imagined could come to life
Within thoughts, dreams as they played
When Santa rode a sleigh one eve
In every coming year
And magic taught sweet dreams to fly
To rooftops every where
Now sitting wishing Christmas Eve
Looking off into the night
Pleading for a shooting star
Enhance this wish with all their might
A wish for just a Christmas hug
From a soldier no longer here
No longer in our earthly world
Held close now, within near
The hearts of those who’ve felt such pain
At the loss of a hero’s life
A hero who stepped forth for all
Bring this hero close this night
As tears once more roll down a cheek
Another endless, sleepless night
Let our Lord brush close a warming hug
Of your loved one, bring them near
A gentle breeze, fond memories’ bring
To hold them ever dear
Wishing the magic of Christmas could bring the smiles, the hugs and the warmth of your loved one, into your home for Christmas. Ever in our hearts and always remembered. May our Lord bless you this Christmas and throughout the coming year.
By Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
rogbor@live.ca
First snow day,remembering years past,when you and your brother,would shovel out the neighbours,then take the GT out.
Missing you always and forever
#11 always in my thoughts
I didn't know him personally, but CPL. Dinning has now touched my life.
On my desk at work this week, lied a name on a piece of paper. It read CPL. Matthew David James Dinning, Age 23.
The name was an opportunity to personally connect to one of our fallen soldiers, and I feel that I have, and more.
I took it upon myself to research some details about him and in doing so learned that we had a lot in common. Hockey, OPP family, fun loving, a bit of a prankster... the list goes on.
I appreciate and greatly respect what he gave to our country.
Too often we take what we have for granted and lose perspective on what was sacrificed for us to have the things we cherish and freedoms we enjoy. I want to thank CPL Dinning, for providing a small reality check to me. He may not be here, but he's certainly still helping Canadians. Thank you.
I will never forget.
Our Beloved son, and brother,Matthew
KIA April 22.2006 Afghanistan
Some people come into our lives
and quickly go
others stay for
a while and
leave footprints
on our hearts
and we are
never the same
Honouring, you our son, and Brother on this Remembrance Day,2010.
Love you, Mom Dad and Brendon
Remembering you always but especially this week.
Remembrance Day is everyday for us,your in our every waking moments,our life is changed forever.
Thinking of all those who have given so much; those who have paid the Ultimate Sacrifice, our Veterans, our serving soldiers, their families, loved ones and friends at this special time of Remembrance, 2010. We Do Remember.
They crawled on their bellies slowly
In the dirt, the dust, the slime,
Ran onto beaches, lived in fear, a moment out of time.
A time that changed a world in need
A time that set apart
Times that held a world so close, near and dear to every heart
The gas they sent, it took its toll
Many others held that ground
And challenged over and over again
Until freedom’s world was found
Liberated nations cheered delight
A world was aimed anew
But for so many who had lost a life
The tears fell hard and true
They stepped forth for their Nation
They stepped forth for a world to be
They stepped forth to chase the evil back
Keep their families safe and free
Through life times of years gone by
Up to this present day
A brethren strong with so much might
Stepped forth for you and me
We owe so much to those who’ve walked
In fear yet oh so strong
So brave in every step they took
So many now are gone
They have challenged life itself each day
And stood for what was right
They did it with their heart and soul
And stood with all their might
Lord love the souls of these so brave
And cherish duty’s call
For they gave all for a better world
On behalf of one and all.
At this time of Remembrance
Into our hearts we welcome those
Who have walked this solemn journey forth
For those who needed a friend along
We recall their families, loved ones, friends,
For so many have paid the price
Of freedom, or for a world in peace
Or to fight terror in another place
Oh Lord we hold their honour high
Our tears have washed the path
For those who take their torch to stand
As to them the torch is passed
Forever near we promise
We will honour these hearts so brave
And stand nearby their families, friends
For the sacrifice they gave
By Roger Borchert,
Our Hearts, Our Tears, Our Prayers
Thank You. The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
rogbor@live.ca
Remembering you is just a part of daily life,moving forward with life,without your physical presence is the difficult part,forever in our hearts
Missing you so very much,forever was too be forever
Matthew,you would have been so very proud of your brother this past weekend.
He did his best friend proud.
In my thoughts and my heart everyday
PTE. Dinning. Thats what I will always remember you as since we started our Military career together in St Jean 2003. I remember when we arrived at the Mega on the Sunday and thats when I first met you.. You were quiet and shy at first and so young but we became friends fast. We use to hang out and shine boots, iron etc..I remember the first weekend out when we went to the bistro. There was a big lightening storm that night and we watched from up on the 10 floor, it was pretty cool. I did manage to take some pics of you . You would always run away when I would try to snap some pics of you, you hated it.. But I did get some..
I have been thinking of you lately as I am now posted back to that very place as a recruit instructor. I see the faces of the kids in my platoon and I think of a moment in time when it was us there. I don't know if I said goodbye to you on grad day..
I was so sad and shocked when I heard what happened to you. Little did I know those 2 months I spent with you in the beginning of our Military Career's was the beginning of the end for you. You are a true hero, and I hope you are resting peacefully.
My heart goes out to your family. I'll always remember you.
Love Always
Gouthro (Cheryl) 0321A June 10, 2003-Aug 14th 2003
The Ride for heros not only honours you, our dear Matthew,but all of our brave soldiers,who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.
As we travel down the highway,our angels will be just behind us,that i am sure.
Love Mom
The 2nd annual “2010 Ride for Heroes” Event is being held Saturday, August 14th, 2010 with the Motorcycle Ride starting in Wingham, and
The 2010 Ride for Heroes will honour Warrant Officer Gaetan Roberge, 45 years young when he fell to a ro...adside bomb doing a security patrol December 27, 2009. He was a proud member of the Royal 22nd Regiment out of Valcartier PQ, the famous “Vandoos”. It was members of the Military Police who served with WO Roberge in Afghanistan that submitted his name for the “Ride For Heroes” because this man was truly a Hero to all who knew him and served with him. In WO Roberge’s honour, the 2010 Ride For Heroes will set up a scholarship in his name at a secondary school in his hometown of Sudbury, ON.
Last year’s 2009 Matt Dinning “Ride for Heroes” and other private donations established a scholarship at Madill Secondary School in Wingham that will be a fitting legacy to Cpl Matthew Dinning for many years to come. It was Cpl Dinning’s father Lincoln Dinning, who asked that future “Ride For Heroes” be opened it up to honour other fallen heroes. We believe the 2010 Ride For Heroes honours Lincoln’s unselfish wishes. We still continue to honour Cpl Matt Dinning, ensuring that every "Ride For Heroes" will always either start or end in Wingham ON,
Registration Information:
Motorcycle Rider $30.00 and Passenger $10.00 (both include $5.00 BBQ Ticket)
Sponsored @ $100.00 (minimum pledged). No Charge Rider Fee plus will receive a BBQ Ticket
Other Vehicles: $50.00 per vehicle (no BBQ Tickets/no charge per passenger). Antique/Classic vehicles that will participate in the Show and Shine Display, there will be no vehicle fee
God Bless.... Always remembered, Never forgotten.
God bless your family, and know that He is holding your son's heart very close.
I’ve been thinking a lot about you lately, although we’ve never stood face to face.Your memory is so vivid in my life every day. He won’t ever let you be forgotten.
He still misses you every day and wishes you were here... The very mention of your name causes me to lose him for a second.
Lost in his thoughts of you. Lost in the memories. And when the day dream ends, it turns to the nightmare of your last day.
I guess I think about you a lot...He’s back where you gave your life. Driving down the very roads where you took your last breath. And missing you more and more every day.
He tells the best stories about you. They are so bittersweet. I wish I could have met you, to have heard your voice just once.
I hope you know that a part of you is still here... Your memory will never fade. You may be gone but we will never let you be forgotten.
We hope you are resting peacefully.
Our thoughts are with you.
Lincoln Laurie and Brendon
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories bring you comfort.
Nancee & Dave Payne
Our Beloved son, and brother,Matthew
KIA April 22.2006 Afghanistan
Some people come into our lives
and quickly go
others stay for
a while and
leave footprints
on our hearts
and we are
never the same
Love Mom Dad and Brendon
As I focus this Easter Sunday
My heart goes out to you
For a Chair is sitting empty
For a Hero Brave and True
Who gave a life for Canada
And a world we should become
A better world for all to share
A better world for everyone
They had raised their eyes in honour
To the Flag that flew above
They had sung its anthem strongly
In their hearts so full of love
It began for them in childhood
And sang out for years to come
At the vision of the Flag above
Onto which their hearts had clung
This special group, a brotherhood
That stepped forth to a country’s call
For them the Flag was calling
Could not turn away this love
For them it was the strongest call
The path that led the way
For they had held it steadfast near
Flying high above each day
And then one sad, so tragic day
The leaf flew from the sky
To wrap and hold them tightly bound
In return for all their love
It warmed their weary bodies
Clung closer to their hearts
And to hearts that shared the pain, their loss
At such a tremendous cost
Wrapped within the hug that flew above
Love’s vision, all their lives
Now carried forth in a country’s love
For their loving sacrifice
By Roger Borchert
They Will Be Remembered
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
rogbor@live.ca
Thinking about you as we do everyday,Happy 27 birthday Matthew.
Love Mom Dad and Brendon
Lincoln,
Please accept my appologies for using this website as a means to express my condolences on the loss of both Matt and Vu.
I remember so many good times policing in Wingham with you, Steve and Laura. I was so glad that those of you from the OPP station took me under your wings as I wasn't that well recieved by the "Old Boys Club" of the town service.
It is hard to believe that something like this has happened so close to home. Please extend my condolences to all of the officers still active in Wingham that I knew during my short stay there.
My thoughts and prayers are with you now again.
Robin Milroy
k9robin@hotmail.com
This will be a difficult month for all of you with the loss of a member of your OPP family as well as Matt's birthday. Our sons were only a month apart in age and I know how bittersweet their birthdays are. The arms of your friends and family surround you as you go through another difficult service on Friday. God bless you Lincoln, Laurie & Brendon.
Thinking of you,and know, that your smiling, knowing Canada won Gold in mens hockey.
Love Mom
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Thinking of Matthew Today. And searched his name on several search engines.
He was a brave man and deeply missed.
I was lucky enough to have met him as a child, and will never forget the "wet towel" mark he left on Brandons Leg at the lake.
December 24th 2009
Christmas hasnt been in our home,since your death,your presence is missed everyday.So wishing, we could have had just one more day,but then again,that would never ever be enough.
Always in our hearts our dear son and brother,love always
To the Families of Our Fallen. Thinking of you this Christmas
The tears that fall to a winter’s sky
A loved one looks off into the night
For Christmas Eve is a lonely time
When a loved one is not held tight
We know they would have been here
For their families, for their friends
If they had not given our world the gift
In their service to all mankind
They stepped forth to change a world so wrong
Lift a country from it’s past
To provide a future for those in need
A future to go forth and last
But someone stole this life so strong
The beauty of a thought
Of stepping forth, to stand protect
And the goodness it could have brought
Please fill this void, warm this broken heart
Who looks out upon this eve
Troubled in a thought, a loss
Of someone now so close to thee
Oh lord please place a gentle thought
A memory of a time
When joy would fill this household warm
And keep it there at Christmas time
Let this family know we care so much
They should not be alone
Please help our thoughts be passed along
To warm those within this home
For Christmas is a time to know
That the coming of this child
Provides for all across our earth
To be reunited with that smile
The one that used to hold a hand
Or hold us in a hug
The one for whom we shed these tears
On this cold and lonely night
Please hold them close on Christmas morn
Celebrate the birthday of this child
Who came to bring salvation forth
To reunite them in awhile
By Roger Borchert
We pray oh Lord you stand near this Christmas to warm, to hold these families tight and mend these hearts so torn. Wishing you all the best this Christmas and throughout the coming year.
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
rogbor@live.ca
As we enter the Christmas season, I think of Matthew's family. My deepest condolences to them.
Bravery and courage for such a young man. I know from experience he was "pumped" and willing to risk his life. He was trained so well his actions were automatic. He is my hero, God bless. Let Christmass be all the good memories and the joy he brought.
dlewis1@rogers.com
I think of you and your family and their loss almost everyday. I thank you for your service and share in the sadness of your family's loss, such a brave and beautiful soul and guardian angel for your brother Brendon.
Thank-you for all that you have done. As well thank-you for looking after Brendon.
Matthew although I never had the honour of meeting you I am in awe of the life you lead and the choices you made at such a young age. I don't even have the words to say how appreciative I am of your sacrifice...so instead I promise I will show that appreciation in my words and deeds. I will never take my security, freedom and rights for granted. I promise to you also that you will NOT ever be forgotten. God blessed you with an amazing family...I got to meet your grandparents tonight and they are so proud of you and Brendan. I know you will all be united again one day but until that time you keep watch over your family from above and keep them safe.
And I look forward to meeting you one day...
Susan
"Such then is the character of true courage it is calm and sedate and though it never provokes danger, is always ready to meet even death in an honorable cause."
Aristotle
I think of you everyday, but today especially.
Matt, today I will walk to the cenotaph, once again.
You, my young friend, are not forgotten. Thank you for having been you, and for having given so much happiness to your Mom and Dad.
RESPECT, young friend.
Rest now.....
On the eve of Remembrance Day, you are in my thoughts Matthew as you will be tomorrow at the 11th hour. The bravery and committment that our armed forces show each day amazes me and I so admire these qualities. Your family must be so proud of you and your brother. I heard from my sister that your brother arrived home safely from his mission. I'm sure you were there with him the entire time. Job well done.
Rest easy Matthew and know that your sacrifice is remembered and you are missed.
Lincoln, Laurie and Brandon - you will also be in my thoughts tomorrow (Nov. 11th) - so glad to hear that Brandon is back in your arms.
Sincerely,
Marlene Irwin (Joanne Currie's sister)
Matthew,
Your brother arrived home today from Afghanistan,thank you for being his guardian angel.
Not a day goes by we don't speak of you,and miss you.
Love Mom
In Respect of our Military Families, Our Fallen, and Wounded on Remembrance Day
For what we take for granted
So many have died for
So many lives so vastly changed
At the dreadful cost of war
There is the good; there is the bad
A liberated nation cheers
Left in dread for those young souls lost
Devastated a world back home
Efforts to protect a peace
That no one thought was near
Laying lives upon the line
Visions at times so unclear
Lives touched by fear or lived in dread
Of wounded coming home
Of crosses lined in many rows
From a trip down a heroes road
I have been sitting on the bank
Of a river flowing by
Flowing heavy with the flood of tears
From their family’s eyes
For on this day of remembrance
Their thoughts, their dreams, their prayers
Are focused on a loved one lost
Leaving them in such despair
My heart it wants to reach out
Let them know I can’t forget
The gift they’ve laid for their fellow man
Tis the greatest gift to give
So humbled in a moment’s thought
So treasured was the step
That they took forth at their country’s call
Let it never be forgot
We measure freedom lightly now
For we’ve grown so familiar with
But if not for those who took this step
And gave this precious gift
Would we take it so very lightly
Would we have the chance to vent
About all that annoys and bothers us
Without retribution for what we’ve said
So thankful they stood so proudly for
All that we hold so dear
All that makes us Canada
For me it’s oh so clear
For some others they just don’t get it
They think so little of
What has been placed in front of them
At the cost of someone’s love
If I could send forth a message
Place it in a bottle, float it by
I’d provide a note of how much I care
For those whose tears are flowing by
If I could walk along this shore
Such a warming hug I’d give
To those who’ve lost a loved one
So we can live the way we live
By Roger Borchert
So Many gave so much so we could be who we are. So Proud to be Canadian
We will Remember Them
Our Hearts, Our Tears, Our Prayers
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
rogbor@live.ca
Matt,
Its been over 3 years now buddy and i still have not forgotton the day i left Kandahar and you saw me off at the airport on Feb 12 2006. I think about that day alot. I hope you are resting peacefully. You will never be fogotton and you will always be missed.
I find myself consumed with thoughts of you. I miss you daily. I am so very proud to say that I knew you. They say you never forget your first love and this situation is no exception. I thank you from the bottom of my heart for being a part of my life.
I hear of your bravery and courage all over town, and wish to tell you that you'll never be forgotten to those that loved you most. I had never met you, but when you were killed there was a big funeral here in Wingham, and it seemed like everyone came. I even kept the newspaper article from the local newspaper about your sad death. Our history teacher, Miss Cruickshanks, talks about you all the time as the polite boy who sat near the back of the class. I sometimes think of how you had once walked the halls of F.E. Madill as just a regular student, just as I do today. You have shown me what real courage is and to stand up for what you believe in. Matt, to me you are a true hero.
K.V.V Wingham, Ontario
It is a scientific fact that when an object of mass approaches the speed of light, it becomes pure white energy.
On the morning of April 22, 2006 Matts life reached the speed of light. Although Matt is no longer with us, he is now all around us.
Miss you buddy.
Matt, you are in my thoughts often and are missed by us all. Every year when rugby season rolls around I still see you on the pitch with that incredible group of young men you grew up with and all of the great memories you left me spring back to life. Grace, Niall, Ben and I think of you often. Today our thoughts and prayers are for Linc, Laurie and Brendon
My thoughts are with you and your family today. Hoping your fond memories help get you through today.
Our thoughts are with you also as we remember the sacrifice that Matthew, Randy, William and Myles made on this day three years ago.
Lincoln Laurie and Brendon,
Our thoughts are with you and we hope you are all doing well.It is a hard time for both of us especially at this time of year.
Nancee and Dave Payne
Our Beloved son, and brother,Matthew
KIA April 22.2006 Afghanistan
Some people come into our lives
and quickly go
others stay for
a while and
leave footprints
on our hearts
and we are
never the same
Love Mom Dad and Brendon
Thinking of our Canadian Fallen Soldiers due to our efforts in Afghanistan. For them, their families, friends and fellow soldiers during this Easter Season: this Poem was written with the help of one of their Mothers. For her assistance and inspiration I am so very, very grateful.
We thank you Lord for being near
And for your gifts given unto us
We thank you too for sending forth
Your son’s so gentle touch
He provides our world with caring hearts
Without which we could not love
He gives strength to those who would step forth
In a world hidden but from above
They’ve stepped beneath terrors darkened clouds
Too many whisked away
We pray Oh Lord you gather them
Provide them a new day
Please take them close, near to thee
We entrust them to your care
Let them rest awhile hold them near
And set their spirits free
May they stand proud now
Among their peers
Families, friends, and loved ones too
For in the loving Grace of an angel’s touch
We’re drawn so much closer unto you
Thank you so very much for your efforts and sacrifice towards making our world a better place.
Our tears, our hearts, our prayers
Roger Borchert
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
rogbor@live.ca
Matt,
You are still in my thoughts and always will be, especially when I see the news only to hear that more heros have also paid the ultimate sacrifice and are with you now...God bless you and your comrads and may you watch over all of them and keep them safe.
Linc, Laurie and Brendan...Matt is truly an angel that is watching over you...I love you guys and pray and think of you often.
Love,
March 15,2009
Our dear son and brother Matthew,Happy 26th Birthday
Love Mom, Dad,and Brendon
Matt.
I was never lucky enough to meet you, but your father and my father work together, so I heard lots of stories about "courageous matthew".
I pray that you are resting peacefully.
Thank you for all that you did.
Matthew, I never knew you but I had the honour and privilige of serving with your father in Kosovo. You were obviously a fine man and a damn good soldier. Rest In Peace.
Lincoln; My heart goes out to you all my friend
dave_bramwell_@hotmail.co.uk
For the loved ones of Canada’s Fallen Heroes
May the New Year bring
A warmth to thee
That helps to heal the heart
That mends the fracture caused within
That’s torn you apart
May it whisper in your ear at night
That love is standing near
That you will never be alone
A warmth to quell your fear
May it welcome you in mornings’ light
And be near throughout the day
Standing near to comfort you
In a needed special way
May you always know
The time will come
Together you will be
Find in the tear a memory brings
The joy it helped you see
May the lord be near throughout the year, come and help in every day, that it takes for you to overcome this tragedy life did play.
Our Hearts, Our tears, Our Prayers
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
rogbor@live.ca
For the families, loved ones, and friends of Canada’s fallen soldiers: It was written this evening with thoughts of what you and your families are going through at this season and could not hold it back any longer. It is my Christmas gift to you all.
I thank you for wandering near
As you think of where I lie
You think of what I went through
And a tear wells up inside
Let not that tear
Fall for me I’m sitting watching you
For I’m not there at all no more
I’m here inside of you
I’m sitting near within your thoughts
And in your memories
I’m just the thought a gentle breeze
In a gust of memory
I’m the gentle shiver when you are near
I’m the glimmer in your eye
I’m the sparkle that a teardrop brings
When it wells up in your eye
I’m the smile a fond moment brings
I’m the warmth you held so dear
Remember that, as time goes by
And know I’m standing near
As you look upon the Christmas tree
Shinning at this time of year
Know the Lord sent his only son
So that I could be standing near
May our Lord be near you all.
Our hearts and prayers go out to you all during this so difficult time of year. Please know that it comes complete with the glisten of tears held within the eyes of it’s, author Roger Borchert. Thank you so very much for the efforts of your loved one towards making our world a better place
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake Alberta
rogbor@live.ca
Never Say Good Bye
I am walking with you hand in hand
I am speaking to your heart
Listen when I say to you
I’m here, we’ll never part.
I am with you in the day time
I am with you through the night
I hear the prayers you’re sending me
Can you hear me? I’m alright.
I am happy and I wear a smile
I’m with some friends you know
Open your soul and listen to me,
I’m here, I did not go.
I am holding you with loving arms
I am carrying you through your tears
I am listening to you tell the stories
Of our laughter through the years.
I am shining down a light of love
From the heavens in the sky
Please believe me when I tell you
I will never say good bye.
This poem was read tonight at a Candlelight Vigil and a light was lit for you, our son and brother.
I never met Mathew but all I can say is that I am proud of him as are all his relatives over here in England. David and family, Olive and Joe's son.
Davidpeat8@sky.com
Cpl. Matthew Dinning, a True Canadian Hero. We will never forget.
Our thoughts are with you today. Remembrance Day is a particularily emotional day for us as we imagine it is for you as well. Please know that although we didn't know Matthew we think of him often.
In Respect and Remembrance of Our Fallen Warriors, their Mothers, Fathers, Wives, Children, Grandparents, Loved Ones, Friends, Fellow Troops, and all those Canadians whose hearts and tears lay at your side; I submit:
There are no words that I can place here in this registry that could ever justify or explain the loss of your loved one, friend, or fellow soldier. Please know that my family and I cannot stand idly by, without taking a moment, to express how much our hearts go out to you. There is no greater gift towards the future of our country, our world, our humanity, than the efforts and sacrifices made by our Canadian forces towards making our world a better place. Whatever the politics of the day, whatever the leadership of the moment, our selfless warriors have stepped forth to deploy to meet the needs of our changing world, with honour and an integrity that is unrivalled. We as Canadians truly bow and honour your efforts and sacrifice.
We have fallen on fields of battle
In lands so far from home
We have marched to war in honour
For those who’ve felt alone
We have defended those who couldn’t
And stood between the lines
Of two opposing armies
In this new world in our time
We have stood for those who cannot
For those who are oppressed
Standing shoulder to shoulder
To help others do their best
We have held our line with honour
Fury held at bay
Rebuilding a broken nation
To allow all to have a say
Our sons and daughters moms and dads
Stepped forth to make it so
A gift given for a better world
Such a precious gift you know
Our youth in pride have stepped forth
Do this job as best they can
Lay their life upon the line
Each true Canadians
They will not be forgotten
We can never turn away
They have taught the price of giving
In such an honoured way
For where would our world be then
If we just stood by and watched
Could we look ourselves in the eye
And say it wasn’t lost
Our tears. Our thanks. Our prayers.
The Borchert Family, Slave Lake, Alberta
rogbor@live.ca
Hi we are two grade 5 students from St. Marguerite School. We would like to honour Matthew during our Remembrance Day Service at our school. Could you please forward any information and pictures about his childhood, his adult life, his training, or any thing else interesting that we could use for our presentation. Please e-mail this to my teacher at loujborsa@sasktel.net
Hello,
My name is Diana and I"m in a Performing Arts class at my school. For our schools Remembrance Day Ceremony each P.A. student was assigned a soldier. I was assigned Matthew Dinning.
I really want to write something truly about him and who he was and what he meant to people around him.
My monolouge is due October 22nd, so if you could please get back to me as soon as you can I would really appreciate it.
Thank you and I'm sorry for your loss.
Diana
Email: punkoutdc@hotmail.com OR
dianac1@cbemail.ca
With a heavy heart stepping forth
Please forgive me when I say
That I let you down in the past
In not a little way
I did not write to let you know
Just how much I cared
For the sacrifice you’ve given
For so many in despair
You stepped forth and joined our forces
Laid your life upon the line
To bring about a safer world
A new world in our time
Fellow soldiers friends and families
And those you held so dear
Still think of you most everyday
For us others it’s not so clear
We must slow down and take the time
Understand how great the cost
For if not placed in front of us
Can we comprehend the loss
Sometimes we’re just so very shy
Or we don’t know what to say
Or do not want to interfere
Or seem superficial in any way
I can no longer withhold my thoughts
I have to pass them on
For it breaks my heart just thinking of
All those left to carry on
Please know that you are in my prayers
Will be there for years to come
Know that you are in my thoughts
For the efforts you have done
Oh yes there is that special day
To remember not to forget
Those who’ve paid the greatest price
We can never repay this debt
Cpl. Matthew Dinning we knew you not, but our prayers reach out for you, your loved ones, friends, and fellow soldiers. We do, so dearly, thank you and your loved ones for your efforts towards making our world a better place.
The Borchert Family Slave Lake Alberta
On Saturday in April, 2006. as I was unloading equipment for a show at the Blyth Theatre in Blyth, ON, Corporal Dinning's hearse drove by in a somber line of cars headed to Wingham, just up the road. A song came to me in an inspirational moment as I stood on stage. I stopped the show, sang the song, the audience stood, held hands and sang with me It was a powerful, emotional moment. The song honours all Turtle Island's fallen warrior heroes. They will be in our hearts always. To hear it, go to www.shannonthunderbird.com, click on the whales on the main page. Rest in peace, youngster you are what makes Canada great.
Dear Rhelda and Jim,
We learned recently of your tragic loss. We will be in touch. Please accept our sincere sympathy at the loss of your grandson. He sounds like an outstanding young man.
Hi Linc,
We havent seen each other in over 20 years. I was saddened to see your sons memorial in richmond hill on the site of your old house. Its beautiful. All the best.
I knew Matt when I was posted to Petawawa. We lived next to each other in the shacks. A damn good guy is all I have to say. No trouble to miss ya man. Thinking about you always bro.
On your 2 year anniversary, I was sure to have a poppy with me as a reminder to all. Your life reminded me that one's true greatness is best demonstrated when you do something that you love and have a passon for more than anything else. Matt, you always knew what I thought of you as a friend and that will never change.
God bless,
Shawn
Hi Linc, Laurie and Brendan,
I just wanted to say that even after 2 years, not a day goes by that I don't think of your beloved son! He was so wonderful and went to be with the Lord too early but he left us, doing something that he loved while serving our Country.
I love and miss you all and I pray for your family often.
Love,
Hi Folks
Time has seemed to fly by yet go so slow when we think of our young ones.Nancee and I send our prayers and hopes for better days ahead.
To the family of Matthew,
We are thinking of you as it is coming up to two years since your loss. We also lost a loved one that day, Bombardier Myles Mansell. It is hard for us to believe that it has been almost two years now. As we've said to the other families, it is still so painful but at the same time we are so proud. We know you must feel the same. We think of you and the other families often and will especially be thinking of you on Tuesday.
Matthew- I so miss your smile, your sense of humor...just being around Curt and the guys. I think about you and your family daily and what we have all lost.
would like to offer my greatest sympathies i am your cousin from england.your uncle jacks daughter
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Dinning
I was Matthew's Grade 2 teacher at Alliston Union Public School. He was in my very first class that I had ever taught and I remember him vividly as a vibrant, happy, full of life young boy. I saw his picture today at our Remembrance Day Assembly at our school in Barrie and recognized him immediatley. It does not surprise me to hear that he chose to serve in our Armed Forces to aid and assist others. I also understand that he was hoping to follow in his father's footsteps to become an OPP officer.
I am very greatful to Matthew and all of the young men and women who are representing Canada in our fight for peace.
On November the 9th, our school is having a Remembrance Day Ceremony. In it this soldier is being remembered along with all others who gave their lives for us in this war. I am proud to say I will be standing up when Matthew's name is called and picture is displayed along with many other students in my school (who will be standing at the call of other soldiers' names) to show the great number of those who died for our country. This will touch the hearts of many, and bring the feelings even deeper into those attending the assembly. Thank you so much Cpl. Matthew Dinning. Thank you to all the soldiers who have served and are serving to make peace in other countries and in our's, you are all amazing.
Iam doing a project on this valliant soul.Im proud that he served his country with valor,and I was able to research, this great man.I hope he has peace
I am doing a military reaport for my school project and i have searched every sight and I can now say that he is one of the greatest people along with hes very great family. im very sorry for the great loss you have just had im deepy sorry. he was a part of this world
I DIDN'T KNOW HIM THAT GOOD BUT MY BROTHER JAVIS AND MATTHEW PLAYED HOCKEY TOGETHER AND I KNOW HIS DAD VERY GOOD AND I AM VERY SORRY ABOUT THAT BECASUE HE IS YOUNG GUY TO DIE BUT HE WAS DOING IT FOR THE COUNTY OF CANADA
Mr. and Mrs. Dinning
I would just like to send my deepest sympathys for your loss. I knew matt since 2003 when I did my basic training with him. We both were in borden together and we were both posted to petawawa around the same time. He was a good friend of mine. I also saw him in afghanistan as I was leaving on feb 10 2006 he came to the airport to see me off. I wish I could have been at the memorial in your home town but I was unable to be ther I attended the memorial here in petawawa. I hope all the family is doing well.
Brian
I did not know Matthew at all, but have heard about him through Garrett and wish I could have had the chace to meet him, he sounded like an amazing person. My heart goes out to all that loved him and miss him.
Todd
Mr. & Mrs. Dinning,
I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate you for your courage in coming forward with your story recently. Having lost my brother in Afghanistan less than a year ago, I realize how difficult it is to put yourself into the spotlight as you did. Please know that you have the full support of our family in your actions and that we stand behind you. Yours sincerely,
Lance Arnold
To the Dinning family:
Having just read your story on the Internet, I stopped for a few moments to say a silent prayer for you. Having lost my own son at age 19 in a non-military tragedy allows me to more appropriately sympathize with you. We parents who have lost our children know the pain that defies explanation to others. Time will never erase your love and memories for that child. You be strong! Have courage and never lose faith! You are not alone.
I prayed that the Creator, the One who loves us most send you the grace you need to sustain you. His love for you is constant. Matthew and my dear son John are in a better place enjoying perfect happiness. God willing we too will one day be reunited.
I wish you peace.
Sincerely ...
Richard V. from Windsor, ON.
Since the day of his death I wear my ribbons on my security uniform as a salute and rebembrance to all the brave men who gave their life in the service of our nation.
No expenses should be so great from our country for those heros.
My thought goes to his family and friends.
Since the day of his death I wear my ribbons on my security uniform as a salute and rebembrance to all the brave men who gave their life in the service of our nation.
No expenses should be so great from our contry for those heros.
My thought goes to his family and friends.
Cpl.Dinning, you have made your country proud. Every time I wear my uniform and I never forget those that wore it before me and have given the ultimate sacrifice. You are a Hero in life and in death. Your family should be have the utmost pride in you, for serving your country.
Cpl.Salami
Queens York Rangers
Toronto, ON.
Matt was a frequent visitor to our home. We miss him very much and think of him so very often.
Linc, Laurie & family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I have only just found out about Matthew. I pray that your memories ease your pain. God Bless.
My wife and I knew Matt from Petawawa. He was a great guy, youthful and professional! I was with Matt in Kabul my last few weeks in theatre, I regret now that I did not accepted his offer to drive around with him and the rest of his gang as they were getting familar with the roads conditions on the ground. That week Kabul was restricted to essensial duty road moves, this did not stop these men from doing their job, they drove off fearless. My final days that I saw Matt was in Kandahar. He stood tall and was on keen alert as the out going and in coming commanders signed over command of the new roto. After the change of command, in the heat of the afternoon, we all drank cold drinks and munched on light snacks while Matt stood watch giving protection to the VIP's. Matt was a vision of inspiration, on duty and proud to be serving in uniform as a police officer. Hanneke and I think about him often and will not forget his courage and desire to serve!
Matthew,
It's been a year now, and well, it still feels like yesterday.
There isnt a day that goes by, that I dont think about ya in one way or another.
You likely know, Ryan came up to Wingham this weekend, and yes, we (Ryan, myself and Bud) had an OV (or two) for ya!
Keep an eye on us from up there. we all miss you, and we all love ya! Give Dusty a slap on the back from me!
Take care, and God Bless
'Boomer'
My thoughts are with all friends and family today.
Lincoln, Laurie and Brendon - It's so hard to believe that Matthew is gone and harder yet to know that it has been a year.
Please know you are all in my thoughs
Those we love
are never really lost to us -
we feel them
in so many special ways-
through friends
they always cared about
and dreams they left behind,
in beauty that they added to our days...
in words of wisdom we still carry with us
and memories that never will be gone...
Those we love are never really lost to us -
For everywhere their special love lives on.
(author unknown)
In Loving Friendship
You remain alive so long as your name is spoken, your story is told, and memories of you are shared. Today we were introduced through a friend. You are obviously missed......Thank you for giving so much.
I don't know you but I see you, I don't hear you but I read you, Thanks buddy for doing all you can do.
to those who died,
we remember;
to those who survived,
we hear you;
to future generations,
let us never forget.
We would like to express our heartfelt condolences to the family of Cpl. Matthew Dinning. Our son, Kane, served with Matt in Kandahar and knew him as a friend and trusted compatriot. Matt will never be forgotten.
Matthew & Families,
Thinking of you during this time of grieving, I was your clerk who made all your arrangements to deploy. I remember you filled with excitement standing in the orderly room just a few days before leaving. I remember looking at your file on my desk afterwards wondering how you were making out. Matthew you were a dedicated soldier and will be missed.
There's not a day that doesn't go by that I don't pause to reflect on our soldiers, the ones we lost, the injuried and the ones still serving.
Matt may you continue to soldier on with my husband WO Frank Mellish KIA 03 Sep 2006.
Our prays are with you all
To the Dinning family I have so much sympathy for you. I am the cousin of one of the recent soldiers killed, Josh Klukie. I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Good Day, My name is Marcelo, i want to tell you all my respects. I was with Mat and Randy in Kandahar.. I don`t know them verry well, but we had a every good relation there and i mess them... We was pased the verry good moments togethers in PRT... and they are verry , verry profetionels and the verry good persons...RIP.. `` JE ME SOUVIENS `` I REMENVER THEM FOR EVER... THANKS my friends ... Sorry for my bad inglish... Marcelo
You served our country well and shall always be remebered for your sacrifice.
Matt,
When I heard about what happened to you on that tragic Saturday morning, I honestly thought I was living a nightmare. It made me upset and I constantly asked myself the following question: Why must the honourable always be the first to die?
You may be gone from this world, but you will always be remembered. I will always cherish the law debates we had against the girls in Grade 12 law (we really got them going didn't we?). I will always remember us carrying out the rugby pitch at Madill. We had a lot of good times, and I'm truly blessed to have met a person like you. There will come a day when "horse" and "blue thunder" will meet again. Until that day, God bless you and your family. I dedicate this to you:
Reflections of a Soldier
A soldier with honour
A man with soul
Stern eyes a glow
Integrity his to bestow
He fought for country
He stood by a friend
Never losing strife
A nation on the mend
His calling was freedom
Echoing through the skies
Sought by the brave
Responding to the cries
His purpose was choice
His calling was being
Believing what’s right
An unprecedented meaning
His gift was friendship
His word was his bond
Through every height and fall
His presence at the call
A life complete
A soul departed
Advent to friend
Loyal to his end
His memory persists
Never to depart
Forever he will stay
Forever in our heart
The loss of Matthew is humbling to our hearts and your family remains in our prayers and thoughts. May you find peace in the fond memories of him.
Our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of our fallen soldier. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerest regards,
Matthew seemed like such a great young man and I am honoured that he comes from such a great country as ours. He really showed us what it's like to be Canadian by fighting for our country and helping other countries in need we should truly be greatful that we have such brave people in this country of ours and if Matthew has shown us one thing it is definatley bravery!
Hard to think it's been over two month already... Matthew; I was blessed to have you as a friend, my best friend. Every day I see something or do something that reminds me of the good old days that we shared together.
I was told something the other weekend, and every time I think of it, it brings a smile to my face. Every one reading this should take note... When thinking of a lost loved one, don't cry. Look up to the sky and smile; because we know they are looking over us with a smile on their face.
Always Remembered
Never Forgotten
Always in my Heart
I miss ya bud.
and until we meet again
God Bless.
'Boom'
Not a day goes by without the thought of you. Deeply missed, and always remembered. I am honoured and blessed to have known you. My prayers with you and your family.
Mat Soldier of all Soldiers. Lest we never forget....AIRBORNE!
I will never forget you Matt. You were a great man and even better friend. I still have the Miami Vice screensaver you put on my computer. It will always remind me of you. Till we meet again Bud!!!
Tom
A soldiers family to another.. my deeepest sympathies. My entire family serves in the Canadian Forces , as does my Boyfriend and he will be deployed to Afghanistan this August. These brave men and woman who serve our country are absolutley amazing. Rest in Peace Cpl. Matthew Dinning.
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
God Bless Matthew Dinning! Matthew we may never understand the tuff times you had over there, but we as Americans appreciate your work and your bravery to fight terroism and make this world a better place. May you rest in peace. God will be with you.
Linc, Laurie and Brendon: We wish to extend our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts are with your family.
Linc, Laurie and Brendon: We wish to extend our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts are with your family. There will always be an angel watching over you.
As Matthew's uncle the lesson I think we can all learn from Matthew is from the example of how he lived his life. Matthew decided who he wanted to be in life, he then took a stand and stood by his principles, and then just got on with it and made it happen. Just imagine what type of world we would have if everyone lived like that. Matthew is an example of fearlessness. He wasn't afraid to live life to the fullest. I believe that Matthew is looking down on us and encouraging us all not to be afraid to truly live our lives to the fullest. Matt, thank you for your example.
Only shortly known but will be sorely missed
I am so very, very sorry for your loss. Please know that your loss is also Canadians loss when we lose someone who loved our country so much that they were committed to making the world a better place. Our country, our world, is a safer, more peaceful place because of people like Matthew who are willing to protect our country even though it cost him his life. Thank you Matthew. May god bless him. And my god bless your family on the rough road you must travel right now.
Mere words cannot express the graditude we feel to Cpl Matthew Dinning for keeping our country safe. You have touched our hearts. My condolences to the Dinning family. God Bless.
To the family and friends of Matthew we send our sincere condolances on the tragic death of your son. We did not have the priviledge of knowing Matt but it sure sounds like he was a wonderful
person. Our hearts grieve for you and your younger son. May God Bless you all and give you the strength to get through this.
Our nephew Cpl. Randy Payne was also killed at the same time.
Linc. I wanted you to know my wife and I's thoughts were with you. We, too, have two boys, and watching them be boys is something else indeed. I appreciated your eulogy that day, especially how you mention how lucky you were to have seen him become a man. The country is proud of him too. I was proud to be one of the 4 MC's in the escort that day.
To Matthew's family, our deepest condolences. There is little any of us can do, but I can promise you I will teach my children to Love Canada and appreciate the brave men and women, like Matthew, who sacrifice everything for us and our wonderful country. The Ridley family.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Cpl Dinning's family.
As the mother of two grown sons; I thought of Matt's Mom on Sunday. Please accept the deepest gratitude of all Canadian Mothers; even in your grief how proud you must be to have raised such a fine son. We all share in your sad loss.
To the Dinning family, our deepest sympathy.
Dear Lincoln and Family,
We are saddened by the passing of Matthew. Although we did not know him well, we have often heard many wonderful tales of this remarkable young man. Although this offering is small at this time, if you ever feel the need to exchange ideas with a "fresh voice", your Mom has Rick's e-mail. She can put us in touch and it will be an honour to talk to you.
God bless and much love,
Judith, Imre and Rick Sipos
Linc and family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the tragic loss of your son Matthew. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this sad time. May you be comforted by the many wonderful memories of this amazing boy.
I knew him well for Too short a time! I Worked at the golf course in Wingham with Matt and he was a great "kid" and well on his way to being a great man. I am proud to say I knew Matt and will always miss "what could have been" ? He was TOO FULL OF POTENTIAL! And was well on his way to acheiving that potential! I may not have talked to or met up with Matt for weeks, months or years, because of work, family, sports? Any number of things, but its the hard fact that I CAN NEVER talk to him again that is really tuff to deal with.
Yours Truly
David Laing
Stratford ON, Candada
TO THE FAMILY OF CPL MATTHEW DINNING. I WENT THROUGH BASIC TRAINING WITH MATT. I WAS THERE AT THE VERY BEGINNING OF HIS CAREER. ONLY THOSE WHO HAVE DONE BASIC UNDERSTAND THE BOND THAT YOU FORM WITH THESE PEOPLE OVER A VERY SHORT TIME. I REMEMBER THE FIRST DAY I MET HIM. WE BECAME GOOD FRIENDS AND OFTEN HAD MANY CONVERSATIONS ABOUT MANY DIFFERENT THINGS. I REMEMBER HIM AS LAID BACK AND QUIET. HE SEEMED TO LIKE TO TAKE WALKS AND HAVE SOME QUIET TIME. I REMEMBER SPENDING A LONG TIME TRING TO TAKE HIS PICTURE AND HE TRIED TO KEEP HIDING FROM ME. THANK GOD I DID MANAGE TO GET A FEW. HE WAS GOOD TO ME AND TO EVERYONE, HE WAS A VERY CLOSE FRIEND TO ME THERE AND I WILL ALWAYS HAVE GOOD MEMORIES OF THAT SPECIAL TIME, TO THE FAMILIES, MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY. I HOPE HEARING EVERYONES SPECAIL MEMORIES OF MATT WILL HELP.....
Our deepest sympathies go out to your family and friends. Our son/brother/husband/father Cpl. Randy Payne also fell with Matt on that tragic day. No words can ever change what has happened, but please remember that we grieve for and with you. They have fallen at such a young age so that others may grow old because they have made the ultimate sacrifice to our country. They proudly performed their duties until the end.
Matt and Randy where close. They roomed together overseas and had many common interests, including hockey which they both excelled at, and they worked out all the time at the gym together.
As I have said to my brother Randy, “Rest in eternal peace… for your work here on earth is done and you have been called to a higher place to join the army of angels where you are needed more…”
May your memories bring you comfort in the trying times ahead.
Love and condolences to all touched by this young man. My heart is with you.
We will never forget ^j^ auntybrat
Dear Dinning Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. Matthew is truly a hero in the way he lived his life. His dedication to our country will never be forgotten, and his legacy will live on in everyone who knew him and yourselves.
Yours Truly,
Service before self, for the benefit of all. A debt that can never be repaid.
To the Family of Cpl. Matthew Dinning
I would like to express my sincere condolences for your loss. Canada lost 4 wonderful men & they will always be remembered as HEROS!
Sue Pogue (cousin of Cpl. Randy Payne)
I was fortunate enough to get to know Matt during CP selection and training. He stout out as an outgoing, funny and very generous person who everyone wanted to be around. You will be truly missed but never forgotten. My toughts and prayers go out to the family and friends.
Thanks Matt.
To Lincoln and all family and friends of Matthew Dinning. My thoughts are with you. Your Dad was a close friend of my Uncle Billy, I have fond memories of their visits to Sedgfield (England), I am sure Sid will be looking after Matthew. x
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Cpl.Matthew Dinning.This is a very sad time not only for you but for all of Canada as a very young life was cut all too short in the fight for freedom. We can be comforted in the knowledge that he and the others, [my cousin]Randy Payne,Bombardier Myles Mansell andLieut. William Turner HAVE made a difference in this life and will not be forgotten. Truly these young men are CANADIAN HEROES and role models for all. Maureen Burrowes
Thank you for serving our country and giving your life for what you believe in. In my heart the flag was at half mast for you and your mates. May your family and friends find a light in all this darkness. God bless your family and friends.
Linc- Words can not begin to express the sadness we all feel. I can't imagine what you and your family are going through. I was honoured to be part of the honour guard at the funeral as were the other members of your platoon. I don't know if I could be as strong as you if our roles were reversed. My prayers are with you and your family.
Linc and Family.
Matt was a true hero. He has made a real impact on many people's lives. May his spirit live on through your memories.
Lincoln and Family.
We feel your pain and want you to know that our hearts go out to you all. We remember Mathew as a handsome young teenager when he visited his grandmother in Aurora. Eileen has many friends who will try to comfort her in the loss of her dear grandson. Mathew has touched so many lives and has left so many good memories. You can be truly proud of him.
With sincere sympathy
Alma and Joe Durkin
On behalf of my husband and I we wish to extend our deepest sympathy and condolences. My husband had the priviledge of working with Matt over there every day and says he was part of a brotherly team. Our thoughts are with you all.
This young man dedicated his life to his country and for that we are truly grateful. One can only imagine what you, the family must be going through, but we hope that time will help you deal with this tragedy. He has brought honour to both his family and his country. He will always be remembered.
Sincere condolences to all of Matthew's family, friends and colleagues. I have a cousin who serves in Canadian military and pray for his safety and for those he serves along side. Losing one is like losing one of your own. Please draw strength from all of us who are a part of your extended family in this time of loss.
Linc, On behalf of my family and myself I wish to extend to you and your family our sincerest condolences in the loss of your son, Matthew. May he rest in peace.
Our hearts were broken when we heard of the four soldiers that were killed. We did not know your son, but we felt we did. Your pain is our pain and we only hope in time your pain will heal. Our flag has been lowered to support all four who died for their country
Linc, Laurie and Brendon:
We were very sorry to hear of your tragic loss and hope that your wonderful memories of Matthew will get you through this very difficult time.
We knew Will Turner years ago when he was the Marine Student at Wasaga Beach OPP Detachment in the early 80's.
Our thoughts are with you all.
Linc and family, make no mistake Matthew has given his life so that the rest of us back here in Canada and around the world can live in a better place. He died with honor and will not be forgotten. Scott McCallum (ex-Military Police officer)Point Edward OPP
There are no words to describe how saddened we are by your loss. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. You will all be in our thoughts and prayer.
As a military spouse, please know that myself and my family, grieve for you, and with you. For you to lose a loved one and myself to know that it could of been my DH. Matthew gave his ultimate gift to this world, we do to remember him and all his accomplishments...know that he will always be in your heart.
Thank you Matthew for serving our wonderful country.
I offer my deepest condolences on the loss of your son, brother, partner and friend. May your family find the strength and courage to help support each other through your pain. Matthew made the ultimate sacrifice for his country and know that he will never be forgotten.
Linc. our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you and your family.
Laurie & Lincoln:
What incredible folks you are to have raised such a fine Canadian Son.Lauire as a friend I want all the world to know I think Matthew was truly be proud to call you mom.
Matthews accomplishmenst in life are a result of your family unit of love and caring and in death he will always be near.
Lincoln, it seems only yesterday I remember you telling me about Mathew's basic training and I could see how proud you were of him. I am very sorry for your loss, Our thoughts are with you and your family. (Lambton OPP)
Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
(Former 36 Service Battalion- Military Police) Provincial Constable Travis Parsons and family.
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Dear Linc:
I never had the honour of knowing Mathew but it is quite obvious that he shared your belief in devoting his life for mankind. He was one of a kind (like his dad) and his unselfish act of bravery and devotion to duty will never be forgotten. May you and your family find peace during this very sad journey.
Whenever Lincoln talked about Matthew you could tell how proud he was of his son just from the sound of his voice and the twinkle in his eyes. It shined through. He was a fine, brave man who made the ultimate sacrifice for his country.
We were all truly blessed to have had Matthew with us. He will be missed by so many.
God will give you comfort and strength in your sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen GERMAN, OPP
Our sincere condolences to the Dinning family for their loss.
I would like to thank the family of Cpl. matthew Dinning. He made the greatest scarifies for his country. May God Bless his family and may God Bless all Canadians serving overseas trying to bring freedoms to a country that has little.
Linc.
All the best to yourself and family during these times of sorrow.
Our thoughts are with you during this tragic time. With our deepest sympathy,
I am sorry for your loss. Matthew must have been one proud Canadian. He served his country well. The grief you feel will never be replaced by these thoughts but I just wanted you to know that I feel very proud of your son and the way you raised him. My thoughts are with you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincere condolences on the loss of your fine son. In time, the raw ache and pain you are feeling today will lessen. May your fond memories of Matthew give you strength.
my sincere condolences to the family of Cpl. Matthew Dinning, we will never forget what your son has done for our country. may God bless you
Our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to you and your family during this time of terrible tragedy and loss. We can only imagine the pain that your are enduring with the loss of your boy.
(Les and Linda Weir - Western Region OPP Headquarters)
Lincoln...I have just returned from vacation to hear this devastating news. I cannot fathom the sorrow you and your family are experiencing. Each life is a miracle that changes the world and leaves it a better place than it was before. Your son certainly did that! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linc; Our thoughts and prayers go to you, your family and the fine men and women of our Canadian Armed Forces. In your time of grief may you find peace and comfort.
Your family are in our hearts and prayers.
Tim Ives and family (Lambton OPP)
May the peace, comfort, and strength of our Lord Jesus Christ be yours today and always. Be proud of Matthew's sacrifice for his country and all Canadians.
Thank you for the dedication and courage of Matthew who gave his life for the cause of freedom and justice we all believe in. His death is a loss for all Canadians. We carry your pain in our thoughts and prayers.
Our heart goes out to the Dinning Family. The Dinning family should hold it's head up high with pride. Matthew (and his family) will always be remembered as a courageous man (and brave family)who served Canada to the fullest. He unfortunately made the ultimate sacrifice in defending this country and it's values.
We will not forget...
A friend passed along this link for me and I'd just like to say that my prayers are with the Dinning family and friends. To those who knew him; I pray that you know he made his country proud and his sacrifice will not be forgotten so long as you think of him often. The whole country is with you in this time of pain.
To you and your family, my sincere condolences on the loss of your son. No bond is as great, as that between a parent and child. May God bless and keep you.
Sincerest condolences to the family of Matt Dinning. I have worked closely with MPs over the years, and have a true appreciation of the work they do, and the great people they are.
Linc, Laurie and Family,
Words cannot express what you all are going through. A brief conversation a month ago Linc, you mentioned your boy's and how proud you were of them. I can only imagine the pride that shines from your heart today.
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers..
Sincerely
Jeff, Kerry and Luke RICHARDSON (South Bruce OPP)
Words can never express the gratitude I have for the serving members of our armed forces. Please accept the condolences of my family and myself. God Bless. Dave Don, Executive Officer (retired) OPPA
From our family to your family our thoughts are with you.
Sen.Cst.(Ret.) O.P.P.#3358 Ralph Hampton and wife Diane
My family offers yours our deepest condolences. Our prayers are for your family. God Bless.
Executive and members of Br. 86 wish to express their sincere sympahies to the family, friends and fellow service personnel of Cpl. Mathew Dinning.
As parents of a fellow Military Policeman who also served in Afghanistan, we wish to express our heartfelt sympathies to the family, friends and fellow service personnel of Cpl.Mathew Dinning. Although words cannot ease your pain, we want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
My deepest sympathies to the family of Cpl. Dinning. It is sad to lose someone who defends Canada.
From my wife Megan and I , our deepest condolences.
My heart felt sympathies to you and your family during this difficult period. Matthew's ultimate sacrifice will always be remembered.
Our condolences go out to the Dinning family. Our prayers are with you. Cpl Matthew Dinning, God is with you.
Sorry for your loss, there is nothing worse than losing a child. I didn't know Matthew personally, but he is obviously a hero.
Linc,
In a time of such pain and sorrow for you and your family, I hope that your fond memories of Matthew will help ease the pain. Matthew was a brave soul to join the Forces and assist this country. I thank him for that, it's a job that many couldn't and wouldn't do. It shows how important his country was to him.
Take care and God bless.
Mr and Mrs Dinning, although I did not know your son, he was my brother, a fellow MP, his bravery and ultimate sacrifice will live within my heart forever. My deepest condolences to the both of you and your family.
I am a former soldier that served in Bosnia and Cyprus. I am now a police officer and it breaks my heart to hear your story. Please accept my deepest condolences.
I would like to express my sympathies to the family of Cpl. Matthew Dinning. I grew up near Wingham and was saddened to hear of his death. My prayers are with you at this sad time.
Please accept deepest sympathies from my family to yours. May you find strength in knowing you do not walk alone, but remain in the thoughts and prayers of untold numbers of people.
"We Remember"
My condloences to the family, friends and fellow soldiers.
Linc, Laurie and Family, thinking of you with deepest sympathy and hoping special memories of Matthew will be a source of comfort.
Linc, from a mother of three children to a father of two - I cannot imagine the loss of one. My deepest and sincere sympathy to you and your family.
My sympathy is with family and friends of Matthew. A sacrific Matthew and his family made for all our families, my prayers are with you and all our troops during these difficult times.
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
I was a member of the Canadian Armed Forces and I am a police Officer. My wife and I hold you and your famity in our thoughts as having given the ultimate sacrifice for your country. Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. I have nothing but the utmost admiration and respect for your son Matt, who made the ultimate sacrifice serving his country.
Linc
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. It would be hard to loose a child but you can be proud of what he stood for. He was willing to protect his country and help others in need.
My sincere condolences to the family of of one of Canada's many hero's. I know that no words can ever bring back a son, best friend and brother but Cpl.Matthew Dinning did his country proud by going over there and for that will always be one of my heros. God Bless his family during this hard time.
Our deepest sympathies to the Denning family, Our thoughts are with you during this sad time.
It was more than anyone could ask of you Mr. Dinning.
Thank you.
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
To Linc & Family:
We wish to extend our sympathies to your family in this time of sorrow. Although we did not know Matt, it is obvious he served our country with honour, dignity and pride. His dedication to the our country will serve to others as being a great role model.
Sincerely,
My father was a member of the Armed Forces and I am a police Officer in Halifax.We as Canadians will hold you in our thoughts as having given the ultimate sacrifice for your country.
Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. I have nothing but the utmost admiration and respect for Cpl. Matthew Dinning, who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving his country.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linc,
I knew what a proud father you were when we talked about our families during our patrols working in Awkwesasne. You and Laurie raised two amazing sons. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Our thoughts are with you during this very sad time.
With deepest sympathy,
Barb and Shawn Evans(O.P.P. 7086)
Everett, Ontario
I'm so sorry for your loss. All of Canada is proud of your boy and is with you in this time of grief. I'm an Ontario Provincial Police officer and all of the brothers and sisters are beside you.
My deepest condolences to you, Linc, Laurie, Brendan, Tanya, and Taylor. Matthew is not only a hero, but also an Angel, through life and through his journey to begin his new existence. The world would be the perfect place if only everyone was as selfless as Matt was and is... what a special person, to sacrafice his own life for the wellbeing of others. We could all learn so much from him, you should be so proud of raising such a couragous and brave young man.
Cherish your memories and know. May God shine his light upon you all and guide you through the darkness.
Our thoughts are with you at this time.
It takes a courageous soul to choose the path Matthew did in his life and a brave hero for continuing that path home to God. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless your family and all our soldiers.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
My thoughts to you and your family at this time. I am OPP from Peterborough and have both my sons in the military. I pray each day the call never comes. May your son now walk in peace with God.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dinning Family, On behalf of the UnPol contingent(MINUSTAH) here in Port au Prince, Haïti, from one PeaceKeeper to another, we offer our sincere condolences on the loss of Matt.
Michel Vigeant
#11 Branch OPPA
Mr and Mrs Dinning, my sincere condolences for the lost of your deerest son. Matthew was a former student of mine when I was the Academy Chief Warrant Officer. Unfortunately I could not attend the service as the Canadian Forces Provost Marshal and I were in Kandahar at the time.
CWO Trépanier
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We have a son in Afghanistan with the Canadian military and although we pray for the safe return of all soldiers, we are thankful that Corporal Dinning was inspired to defend and protect, not only Canadian values and the war on terror, but most importantly the safety of his fellow soldiers. In talking to our son, he has expressed how he and his peers have experienced a great loose and that their resolve has strengthened. Corporal Dinning is and always will be a hero.
Thinking of you folks at this time of loss. May God surround you and your family and give you great peace that only He can provide.
Words themselves are not strong enough to express our sympathy and appreciation to your family.
Thank you Matthew
Our deepest sympathies to then Denning Family. Our thoughts and prayer are with you
Our prayers and deepest sympathies go out to you.
Linc
May the pain of losing Mathew be replaced by the fond memories that you have. God bless you and your family. Greg and Kim
Matthew was truly a hero and a very brave soldier. My prayers and thoughts go out to your family. God Bless!!
Please accept our families deepest sympathy on your tragic loss.
Thank God for Cpl. Dinning and those like him who are willing to place themselves in harms way as representatives of this great Nation in an effort to make this World a safer and better place. Despite the feelings of profound loss and sadness, I am so very proud of the accomplishments of a fellow OPP members son.
Linc, Laurie, Brendon, Tanya, Taylor & Family
There are no words to be said that will heal the pain. We are so very sorry for your loss. Linc & Laurie, you raised an amazing young man.
Matthew, we thank you, it's men & women like you that make us so very proud & honoured to be Canadian!
God Bless
To Lincoln Dinning & family.My deepest sympathy to you and your family in your time of need. Your son's brave sacrifice and that of his colleagues make us all proud to be Canadians, and we thank them for helping to make the world a better place.
Linc, Laurie and family: In times such as this, there are no words to comfort your family in the tremendous loss of such a fine young man. You spoke so proudly of him and his goals when were on training together. I cannot imagine the loss of a child and I will think so much more of the sacrifices your family has now had to endure. My and my family’s thoughts are with you in this time of need.
Andy Crawford
President #2 Branch - London
Ontario Provincial Police Association
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
James & Maureen Peer
Brantford O.P.P.
Retired
Blessed are the peacemakers! For they shall be called the sons of God. Matthew 5:9
Mere words cannot express the sadness that we feel on the day of Matthew’s funeral. Please accept our most sincere and heartfelt condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Cpl O. Edwards (MP), Esquimalt BC
OCdt C. Edwards (Log), St. Jean QC
Norma Edwards, Halifax NS
My deepest sympathies to the Dinning family. My heart goes out to all of you at your time of grief. My son-in-law, Adam Seegmiller was on the same team as Matthew and was one of his pallbearers in Afghanistan. Adam thought the world of Matthew and misses him very much.
You have our deepest sympathy and condolences. We have children the same age as your son Matthew and we can't imagine your sorrow.
Dear Dinning Family
Even though I didn't know Mathew personally but I look at his picture and feel that I somehow know him.I can also feel your loss and you are in my prayers and wishes.
Linc and Family. The folks from Kosovo, Pierre, Isabel, Shawn, Max, "Doc Giles (US), Dr. Ermal Dida, and others from Kosovo have expressed there sincerest and deepest condolences, Linc to you in the family. I wish I could be there for you and family on the day of the funeral. I aske Karl to pass along my thoughts. From a father to a father...God bless and strength from all our thoughts.
My sincere condolences to the Dinning family. Your son sacrificed his life to keep us safe and for that myself and my family thank you.
Linc & family,
No words could truly express how I feel now and when I heard this tragic news. Matt's light still shines and always will.
Please accept my sincerest condolences at your loss! I'm certain that Matthew served with pride, honor, and dignity! He was a true hero and a credit to his country. May God bless you always!
My wife Irene and I would like to offer our deepest sympathy on the tragic loss of your special son.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.
Please accept my deepest condolences. Canada is fortunate to have been blessed with such a dedicated young man as Matthew. He is safe now and will be watching over you.
Linc, Laurie and Family,
It would be impossible to imagine the grief and suffering you are experiencing. My families thoughts and Prayers are with you and your entire family at this terrible time for you.
Jim Christie
D.Sgt. 8455
President #7 Branch
Ontario Provincial Police Association.
Our deepest sympathy to your family. Our thoughts and prayer are with you.
Heroes Live forever
Cst M DOYLE Halifax Regional Police formerally Cpl DOYLE (CMC Close Protection Team)
Never is there a greater sacrifice made than to lay your life down for your country - Our deepest sympathies to family and friends
Our deepest sympathy to the Dinning Family. This is the ultimate sacrifice anyone can do for this country and your memory will never be forgotten by this Nation. As a legion member of Branch 183, Kincardine Ontario with the going down of the sun we will always remember Cpl. Matthew Dinning.
Sam, Heather
Hesther & Quinton Page
On behalf of the officers and civilian staff of the CN Police Service, I would like to extend our condolences to the Dinning family for their tragic loss. Gone but never forgotten brother.
Cst Darryl Owen
CN Police
Sarnia Det.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, Linc. May God bless you all. ...bill & jackie paterson.
To The Dinning family I like to pass on our sincere condolences for the loss of your son Matthew. Linc from one father who is also police officer and who's son is also serving with our military as well, my heart and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Our thoughts and prayers are with family and friends.
A Comrade whom gave the ultimate sacrafice~for all
WO R Burry
Cpl A Burry
Cpr D Burry
K. Burry
Dear Linc and Laurie,
my deepest sympathies on the loss of your son Matthew. Words simply cannot do justice.
Linc,
Please accept my sincerest sympathies with the loss you, Laurie and Brendon are experiencing from Matthew's sacrifice to make the world a better place to live. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
I recall the fond memories of working with and knowing Lincoln, Laurie and their family 20 years ago in Alliston.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Linc, Laurie, Brendon,extended families and friends at this time of deep sorrow.
The people of our Country will always remember and honour our brave warriors.
God Bless and Peace be with You.
My wife Joan and I wold like to offer our deepest sympathy on the tragic loss of your special son.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Dear Dinning Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband, son and brother. He died for his country and Afganistan to keep us all free. He will never be forgotten and is a true Canadian hero.
God Bless you and Thankyou Matthew. Lest we forget!
Matthew has made the ultimate sacrifice bringing freedom to the entire World. God bless you and God bless the Dinning family. Thank you Matthew.
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Our sincere thoughts and prayers to the family of Cpl. Matthew Dinning. We are so sorry for the loss of this brave young man.
As a retired OPP officer and even though the OPPVA Branch Nbr 3 has expressed condolences on my myhalf I thought it important to personally express our admiration for the courage your son exibited in wanting to help to defend our country and our freedom in general. My wife and I express our most sincere thanks to your son toward this end. He will not be forgotten.
Our deepest sympathy to your family. Our thoughts and prayer are with you.
God Bless
Linc and Family:
Our family offers our deepest and sincere condolences on the loss of your son. When I heard the news I was brought to tears. I am sadden and my heart heavy and as parents were are at a loss for the right words to say to help comfort you. "Linc", you and I were on the #7 District Crowd Control Unit when you were stationed at the Alliston Detachment. Please know that we care and shall never forget.
Linc, we have only met briefly, but I was impressed by your words and actions. With total respect, for you and your family, my wife and I pray for you..... Retired Constable Bill and Carol Wilson
Our thoughts are with your family at this time of loss, his sacrifice will not be forgotton, he has done honor to himself and his Country.
God Bless, Matthew. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and your friends and co-workers.
Linc & Laurie
With heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
Laurie, Linc, and Brendon:
During the past week I've thought about things that could be said in this time of sorrow that could bring comfort to you and to your family, but there simply aren't any.
Its too bad that it takes a loss like this for us to realize what people mean to us, and what sacrifices people are making to make this world a better place to live in.
Matthew grew to be a good man, a man who in 23 short years accomplished more than some will in their life time.
Thank you Matthew for being brave enough to volunteer for something that most of us wouldn't be brave enough to volunteer for.
Rest in peace Matthew, and thank you.
Oh God Bless you and your family. What a tragedy. You are loved. So loved. I have lost several family members recently including my Mother. I mourn with you.
Love and prayers always.
OPP CPIC Operations Section
To the Dinning family, Your loss is being felt by the entire country and exceptionally so by us with the OPP. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. With sympathy,
My condolences to your family. When I lay my head down this evening I will pray for your son who gave to his country and its people the greatest sacrifice of all. No words can really console a parent during times like these but my family will forever be grateful.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You can be proud of Matt who made our country proud. From an ex-MP and OPP officer,and my family.
Linc, Laurie & Brendon,
I had the distinct pleasure (and rather easy job) of coaching Linc over 20 years ago.
He and Laurie obviously passed on to their first born some tremendous qualities.
I can still see them pulling Matthew and Brendon when they were little all over Alliston on their wagon.
Our sincere condolences go out to you and your family at this terrible time.
To the Dinning Family:
May I extend the condolences of my family. We can never repay the sacrifice your son and your family have made. But we shall remember him, and all other men and women of our armed forces who have fought to keep us free.
" Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."
Lincon,Laurie,Brendon our family was shocked and saddend to hear about Matthew.Paula and Niki remember sitting for the boys.He was a lovely child and grew up to be a man you can proud of.The school flew the flag at half mast all week and today we all wore something red in memory of Matthew and the soldiers who died with him .Our thoughts will be with you. God give you strength. Love Winnis Gaudreau and family
In service of Canada, we thank you.
The Dinning Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Matthew died a Hero. MY son is with the Reserves and is also a Corporal and may very well go to Afghanistan. God Bless you all.
On behalf of the Nova Scotia Chapters of the BLUE KNIGHTS Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, please accept our deepest sympathies on the loss of your Matthew. Many of our members are RCMP, Police and Military UN Veterans. While we understand the mission, we can only try to share your loss. May God Bless, Keep and Comfort you in your loss.
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. We deeply appreciate the ultimate sacrifice you and your family has made, which will not be forgotten.
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Words are not enough at a time like this.
Please accept my deepest condolences, and do know your son will never be forgotten.
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Linc,
I will have you and your family in my prayers tonight. I spoke to my son about Matthew tonight and how he sacrificed himself for our safety and the safety of those in Afghanistan. That is how we honour our heroes, we don't forget them and we make sure our children don't forget them. Pride and sorrow seem like contradictory emotions except now.
God Bless.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Please accept our condolences. We did not know your son but my husband had the pleasure of being Randy's co-worker and we are sure your son was as good of a person as Randy was. May the good memories bring you peace at this difficult time.
Linc & Laurie,
It's quite an honour when a son grows up to emmulate his parents as a valued member of society. We wish you (& Brendan) comfort during your grief and may you find strength from those who grieve with you.
Linc,
Your family is now well represented from above, thank you for raising such a brave young man to represent our great country. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
My condolences to the family and friends who are grieving this tragic loss. Matt was an exceptional individual who touched so many people at the academy and during his career. His sacrifice and personality will never be forgotten.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I.H.S. Forever
Yes, Mr. & Mrs. Dinning, "grown men cry!" I am a 60 yr old retired OPP officer and I am proud to say I cried when I heard of this trajedy. My flag went to half-mast for our beloved soldiers, and I made certain my family were aware of why. May The Almighty be with your family at this time, and from our home "a very big thank you" for a son who paid the supreme sacrifice. God bless now and always.
I offer my sincere condolences on the death of Cpl Dinning. Let him never be forgotten.
On behalf of the OPPVA #3 Branch, burlington, I would like to offer my condolences to you and your family. I'm sure I speak for all our Chapter members.
John Richardson, Hamilton
Linc, Laurie and Brendon - I am sadden by your loss. I first met Matthew when he was at Wingham Detachment with his father. Matt had completed college and came for a ride along with myself. He was a smart boy who was following in his father's foot steps. I have since left Wingham Detachment but called one night shift a few weeks back and spoke to whomever answered the phone - it was Linc. He quickly caught me up on all that I have missed in the office, but the first thing he told me was his boy Matthew had made military selection and was in Afganastan. I couldn't see your face Linc but I knew how proud you were of Matthew, always be that proud! You are an outstanding police officer - one of a kind. Matthew was an outstanding man - one of a kind!
My heart is with you all during this time of loss.
My thoughts are with you and your family. Cpl Dinning was a member of our family (Military Police). He will always be remembered.
To the Dinning family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your tragic loss. Your son is a true hero for keeping our Country safe, he shall never be forgotten .
D/Sgt. Rick Tout
Crime Prevention Section
Orillia GHQ
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this heart breaking time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of grief.
I cannot fathom the loss of a child. My prayers are with the Dinning family. From what I have read, Matt was a particularly special person and will be missed by so many for so many reasons. May God help you through this and know that Matt will live in our hearts forever.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family for the tragic loss of your son.
Our sympathy to all the family and thanks for Mark a true hero.
May God carry you through this trying time.
Linc
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time. Matt is a true hero and an honour to our country. May God bless and bring you peace.
Linc & family,
My deepest sympathy to you, your family, and Matt's family. So very sad for such a strong, handsome, and courageous young man to die at such an early age. His memory will live on in our thoughts and prayers, forever.
John Dennis, President
No 9 Branch O.P.P.A.
Matt, you gave your life for our freedom. We believe in what you and the rest of the Canadian Soldiers are accomplishing. Our deepest sympathy, Linc, to you and your family. Be proud our friend. Let us never forget Matt's and the other soldiers, and your and their families, sacrifice. Charlene and Andy Pollard.
There are no words to express the mix of grief, sorrow and pride that such a loss as yours generates.
The grief at the loss of such a young person before his time. Sorrow at the hole his departure leaves in all our lives.
Pride in the noble example his all too short life sets for us.
We would like to offer our deepest sympathy in the ultimate sacrifice your son Matthew gave so that other's would enjoy the freedom that we have only known.Our country can be very proud of our men and women in uniform and what they represent so that other's can enjoy a diplomatic and free country.
Sincerely, retired Det.Sgt.Terry Sharpe and my wife Donna, Pembroke, Ont.
Linc, Lori, and Brendan, I hope that I never have to try to understand what are going through.... We only met Matthew one time, but, Linc, we've known each other for years! Prayers always, and I hope that you guys will find Peace.........
We've been cops for as long as we can remember.....Matthew made the commitment too.....and paid the price that was, and is, every Parent's worst nightmare....... He's as big a man as his Dad is, Linc......... and THANK YOU Matthew, for what you gave up..... Rest, now, Son...your work here is done
Peace and prayers
Linc, Laurie & Brendan
Words cannot express the lost of such a precious life....My prayers deepen from within my soul and may God give you strength to help you through your days to come!
Linc,
Thank you for your son he sounds like the type of man we all want our son's to grow up and be. A credit your family and our Country.
Your bravery, contribution and sacrifice will be remembered by those who follow in your footsteps and admired by those who continue to serve.
At the going down of the sun
And in the morning
We will remember him.
My condolences to the Dinning Family.Mat gave his life defending freedom. Let us never forget our heroes.Let us always support our troops.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I applaud Matthew's dedication to his country and the professionalism his family has displayed in the media.
Thank you Matt! You are a true Canadian Hero.
To the Dinning family, my most sincere sympathy and may God help you through the hard days ahead.
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family always.
Dear Linc and family; We are terribly saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
we have today planted a tree in respect, honour and memory of Cpl Dinning
Lincoln - just a few short days ago we corresponded briefly about the transition of Military Police Officers into the OPP. You have nation wide sympathy and support at this time for you and your family and despite the tragic loss, it must be comforting to know that Matthew, your son, is a hero to both Canada and Afganistan. Your memories of Matthew and the sacrifice he made will hopefully ease the pain and sorrow. Our prayers are with you.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family in a tragic time.
Cpl Dinning gave his life while serving his country. On behalf of my own family and A Platoon Hawkesbury OPP, I wish to pass on my sincere condolences to the Dinning family.
It sad when a young life is taken from us so young. The grieving family will always have cherished memories to last a life time.
We as Canadians all over the world will be thinking of you.
To the Dinning family -
Please accept my deepest condolences.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sadness.
God Bless
My condolances to the Dinning family, through your grief know that we are grateful and proud of special people like Matthew and what they gave and are willing to give up for the betterment of the world. Bless you.
I offer my sincere condolences on the death of Cpl Dinning. While I did not know Matt, his death and the death of his three comrades has touched me as it has touch our nation. We have to trust that Matt is in a place where war and hatred are no more. As he rests with the angels in the presence of the Almighty, we can take sollace in the fact he died doing what he wanted to do and for a cause he knew was just. I feel a connection as I am a retired OPP officer and I also work on occasion with the military and Dave Payne, Randy's dad. Peace.
As a current OPP officer and former Army Brat, my heart goes out to your family and may you have all the love & support needed to see you through this very sad time.
A true hero. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Dinning family.
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Your bravery and sacrafice will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Dinning Family.
On behalf of our family, please accept our sincere condolences for your loss. May his memory stay forever with you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Cpl.Dinning has touch so many of us weather we knew him or not,I see the sorrow in the faces of those he has known and in the people that had'nt the privlegde.My heart goes to the family and friends.
I went to highschool with Matt. I will always remember him as a great athlete,but most of all a great person. I will never forget the bond he shared with his little brother Brendan. He will be deeply missed by everyone. Thank you for being a true canadian hero. RIP Matt
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
When I heard of the tragic loss of two members of the Military Police community, I felt numb and for a short while the world seemed surreal. Although I never met Corporal Dinning or Corporal Payne I felt as though they were my brothers and in a real sense they are brothers in arms. I too have read the postings on this site, although I’m saddened at the loss, I take strength from the sentiments and thoughts of not only fellow MPs but of persons from all around the globe. I know that no words can truly express the loss and emptiness felt by the families of both Mat and Randy but take comfort knowing they touched so many both in life and in death.
To the family and friends of Mat Dinning and Randy Payne, on behalf of my wife Tammy and all members of the CFNIS Esquimalt Detachment my most heartfelt condolences.
Thank you for your sacrifice. Our prayers go out to you and your family.God bless you.
Robert Blackwell Aux.O.P.P Constable Huron County
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. May he Rest in Peace.
My condolences to the Dinning family on the loss of their brave young son Matthew. My son M. Cpl. Rory Dolan is with the Military Police in Afghanistan.
As a Wingham native and a serving member of the Canadian Forces, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the Dinning family.
What a handsome picture! Thanks Matthew. I know you will miss being with your family, but I also know you would not have changed your decision to go for anything. I am very glad there are young people around like you.
My deepest sympathies go out to your family, all Canadians have to understand and appreciate the work and dedication of all of our armed forces and the important job they do and that at times make the ultimate sacrifice for their country and fellow Canadians.
Matthew, your bravery and sacrafice will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Dinning Family.
It is still with heartfelt sorrow that I extend my sympathies to the Dinning Family and Friends. A young man of great charactor and courage. He will be missed and honoured by all the knew him, and by all those that wished that they had the opportunity to know him.
Matt, it was a privilege to have such a fine soldier and policeman working for me. You will be missed.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Dinning family for their loss.
We wish you strength and comfort at this sad time.
He'll always be remembered.
My friend Matt, who realized his dreams by doing a job he loved...
Rest in Peace Brother, you will be missed, but not forgotten. Your memory will be celebrated. You were a hero before your passing.
Thank you for your sacrifice. My prayers go out to you and your family
Mike Ross ret'd MP
Words cannot express the heart felt sorrow for Matt's family and his girlfriend. I hope that out of all of this you know that your son, gave his life for what he loved doing and that all Canadians will hold him dear in our hearts. Go with God!
You are in our thoughts and prayers, that the Lord will give you strength, and bless you with His peace. We have a son in the Canadian Military who has spent time in Afghanistan and our hearts ache for you during your time of grief.
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Lincoln, Laurie and Brendon
No words will take away the pain. Be proud of Matthew and the ideals for which he made the untimate sacrifice. He was your son and brother, he was a soldier and he was a fellow police officer. There are many people in your 'family' who are thinking of you and praying for all of you during this horrible time.
Linc and Laurie raised an angel.
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
To all family members of Matthew take solace in knowing that He was serving humanity through love for his family and country! Sincere Sympathy from Jim Parrell [Master Warrant Officer rwtired]
To the DINNING's
My deepest and most heartfelt wishes go out to you and your family in these most difficult of times. Please know that your son's sacrifice will always be remembered by his brothers and sisters in uniform.
"If one member suffers, all the members suffer with it."-1Cor.12:26
Our family would like to salute your son for all he did for our country. We extend our deepest sympathies to your family and want you to know how deeply saddened we are to loose such a fine young man.
We have lowered our flag, and have placed our purple ribbons out in Matthew's honour.
"A caring heart, a listening ear, A thoughtful word, a gentle tear, Will help lift the heavy load of weary souls along life's road."
Praying for strength and healing for your family~
Scott & Shannon
Hayden, Hailey, Hogan & Heidi Allen
(Kincardine, ON)
My family and I are thinking of you with sympathy and pride in this difficult time. Our hearts go out to you and yours.
You will be greatly missed by all of those whose you touched. Thanks for being such a true friend to our son Cpl. Healy. Our condolences to your family.
We did not know you,,but we love and miss you. We mourn for you and we will never forget you. We understand that you lost your life doing what you believed in and we believe in your plight too. May your family have solice in the fact that you are at peace. We will pray for your family and hope that they find what they need to go on.
Our deepest sympathy to the Dinning family. Your ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. Matthew's memory will always live on in the hearts and minds of his fellow soldiers/MP's. Our prayers and thoughts are with you always.
RIP Matthew, and our prayers to his friends and family.
(Ex RCR, now NORAD)
Lincoln
Your son obviously was following in your foot steps. God bless and be strong.
I had just left the Military Police Detachment in Petawawa prior to the arrival of Cpl Dinning. Although I did not have the pleasure of working with him, I am aware that he was a fantastic addition to the Military Police Family. He will be greatly missed. On behalf of the Waterloo Regional Police Service I offer my condolences to Cpl Dinning's friends and family.
Lincoln and Lori, My thoughts are with you. I cannot imagine what you must be going through, but know you will make it through this terrible time. I have been speaking to people from Hornepayne over the last several days; so many are saddened by your loss, and have so many good memories of you and your family during your time stationed there.
Matthew made the ultimate sacrifice in honour of his country, and in the fight for world democracy, thank you...this will never be forgotten.
Please take care of yourselves and your family.
To the Family and Friends of Matthew
On behalf of all members of the Military Police, CFS St. John’s, NL, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. May God be your comfort and strength during this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. THANK YOU
Matthew chose not only to serve his country, but to see to the safety and security of a great many people he had never met. In their sorrow, the Dinning family deserve to be proud. It was you that gave Matthew the values he displayed when rising to the challenge. Matthew grew into the kind of person who set an example to us all. He will be remembered.
The loss of a child can not be diminished but hopefully Cpl Dinning's family will get comfort knowing that their son was a hero. He payed the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. He will never be forgotten. May god bless him, his family and all those who stand in harms way on our behalf.
God give us grace to accept with serenity the things that cannot be changed, courage to change the things which should and must be changed, and the wisdom to distinguish the one from the other.
Rest in peace.
Bill Hachey
Military Policeman 1980-2003
A brother lost MP, soldier, Canadian.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, as well as all Canadian Military Families!
My sympathy to the family and my prayers are with all of you.
Our thoughts are with you. May you find comforts in knowing that so many of us are thinking of you in this time of great sadness.
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
My deepest sympathy goes out to family and friends.
I am truly sorry for your loss.
We have lost one of our brothers. He will not be forgotten
SECURITAS
My condolences to the family and friends of Matthew Dinning. He died in pursuit of an honourable goal, and I hope that is some comfort to you in this awful time.
We put duty and honour ahead of life and family in order to serve our country. Cpl Matthew Dinning we shall remember you.
Thank you most brave and honourable soldier for your sacrifice and that of your family to protect freedom at all cost. You will be remembered.
On behalf of my family and the Canadian Forces Fleet School Esquimalt, Seamanship Division, (CFFSE) I would like to convey our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Cpl. Matthew Dinning. As a proud member of the Navy for over 20 years I understand the hardships that the families and friends endure when our CF men and women are deployed throughout Canada and abroad. When a person volunteers to join the Canadian Forces there is nothing more admirable or unselfish than serving his country and assisting other nations in times of turmoil. You are in our thoughts and prayers. He will never be forgotten.
My sympathies and respect to a very brave family.
"At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them.”
We will remember them.
On behalf of 15 Wg Moose Jaw Military Police Section, we extend our condolences to the families of Cpl Matthew Dinning and Cpl Randy Payne during this time of loss. Words cannot erase this traumatic time, but be assured your are not now and will never be alone nor forgotten in our hearts. For the honour and pride they gave to us we thank you. Go with God gentlemen and serve him well on his CP Team.
TF (Ted) Swenson
Sgt
Provost Marshal
15 Wing Moose Jaw
The thoughts and prayers of our family are with you and yours at this time, May God Bless you all and grant you Peace.
My sincere condolances to the Dinning Family and rest assured that Matthew will never be forgotten by the CF or the Securitas Family.
My condelences go out to this hero's family, co-workers, and friends. God Bless you all. Lest we forget.
Your loss is shared by all Canadians. I am so sorry.
From my family to your family all my sincere condolences.
Although I did not know Matthew personally, my thoughts are with you in your time of loss. I knew Cpl. Payne and I'm glad he wasn't alone and was with men he called friends. You can keep him alive with your precious memories, I know I'm going to.
Our prayers are with your family while you are going through this terrible time, he gave his outmost sacifice to his Country and fellow soldiers, we will never forget him.
WO Chubbs, Military policeman, 5 Wing Goose Bay
I am proud to say that Matt is my friend. We have been through much together in my short time in Pet and on the CP team. His skills and dedication as a soldier will be missed, but it the loss of a good and trusted friend that causes me to grieve. I will think of him often.
Matt Dinning was one of my closest friends. We met each other after basic training and went to CFMPA together. Even after graduating we would co-ordinate our leave time. He was the type of guy who, when I had to work Christmas, flew 4000 km across the country just to hang out.
Matt was quick witted and kept you on your toes and was someone you could always count on. I am proud to have served with him and it was a priveledge to have know him. I send my condolences to his family and I will miss him greatly.
In this time of grief and sorrow, my thoughts and prayers are with Matthew's family.
Please accept my deepest and heartfelt sympathy.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. A very sad day for his family and the MP Trade, he will always be remembered for making the ultimate sacrifice. May he RIP and God Bless him. I can't say I really knew him, however, our paths may have crossed at one time during many of the past Operations/Tours. He was a big part of the MP Family, he will be missed. He will always be remembered and will always be in our prayers.
Matt trained hard, lived life to the fullest and protected those who needed someone to watch over thwm. Being an MP is hard enough, but to go to the next level takes a special person. On behalf of my family and I we wish you peace and we will not forget what you have done for us and others.
Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved and a member of our "MP" family.
June & George Hennecke
(CWO Retd. MP 811)
My deepest sympathies and condolences to Matthews friends family and fellow members of the MP branch.
God Speed Matt
SECURITAS
My Brother in arms, My Friend and a person close to my heart, I was in Matt's QL3 and went to visit him many times in Pet. I will miss so many things about him, but i am so proud of the person he was. I will always remember the smiles we had together, and As long as I live his thoughts and meomories will be close to my heart. To the family stay strong and know that Matt touched the lifes and hearts of so many of us. R.I.P Matt and i will see u someday, I miss you!!
Even though I knew "Mat" for a short time, I always gonna remember is smile. An outstanding soldier and Police Officer, he will be miss. To Matthew's family, please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss.
All one can hope is that Cpl Dinning's tragic death will somehow contribute towards the accomplishment of a difficult mission. My heartfelt sympathies to his loved ones who, I am certain, are conscious of the fact that Matt has joined the many Canadian military heroes who preceded him. God bless.
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Cpl. Dinning. From all accounts he was a solid member of the Canadian Forces and a dedicated member of his mission. May the memory of his sacrifice bring solace to his family. Words are useless but they are what comfort us in this period of great loss. May he rest in peace.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
For an MP preserving life is the
most important goal to achieve. Your son Mathew went far beyound this by giving is life to bring peace to the poorest. May the the thoughts of peacefullness eternity bring southe to your beloved family
Matt and I worked on separate shifts at the MP Detachment in Petawawa. I had the pleasure of running into him during our shift changes, where we talked, but mostly joked around. Every now and again we would work the odd shift together which he always ensured was a riot. He will be missed.
To the Dinning Family. Please accept my condolences on the loss of your son. And know that he was an awesome MP.
We have never met, however, what you have done for our country will never be forgotten. God Bless you.
We have lost a brother! It is unfortunate that these are the harsh realities of war that our men and women are facing abroad. His bravery will be remembered by all. My deepest and most sincere condolences go out to the Dinning family.
On behalf of all members of the Military Police Squadron, 14 Wing Greenwood, our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Cpl Dinning. We will cherish him in our hearts forever.
Godspeed, brother
We grieve with you, sorry for your loss.
On behalf of 1 Military Police Platoon Association we are deeply saddened by your loss.
Although I did not have the privilege of serving with Matt, I think of him like a brother.
As an Operational Manager with the Ontario Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services Ceremonial Unit, I will accompany our members to Matt's service and give my personal condolances.
We are sorry for your loss,
Securitas
John Hosegrove
Our sincere condolences in your time of loss, Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief. Your son has given the gift of his life for our freedom. Thank you Cpl. Matthew Dinning. We salute you.
This young soldier/policeman gave his ultimate for his Country in the service of peace throughout the world. He is now safe in the arms of Jesus! We Shall Remember Him!
Your family is in our prayers. We wish you strength and courage in the days ahead.
May Canada be forever grateful for the service this man provided his country!!
May God be your comfort and strength during this time. My heart grieves with you.
To all the family and friends of Cpl Dinning:
I know that mere words are of little consolation to relieve your grief but I hope the knowledge that so many are grieving with you will help "carry the load". Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Words are never enough. As a former Police Recruiter I dealt with many Military Police Officers wishing to continue on the "civilian" side of things. Without exception, they all became fine police officers and leaders. Matthews parents can hold their headfs high. Gone but never forgotten. He honoured all Canadians with his presence.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
My sincere condolances to Cpl Mathew Dinning's family. He was a soldier ,protector,policeman whom gave his life so others may live. MAY HE REST IN PEACE.
Cpl.Matthew Dinning, I want to thank you, for doing what most would never do. You are the "PRIDE" of Canada. My deepest sympathy to his entire family & friends.
Sorry for you loss.
Yours truly
Has and EX MP all my sympaty to the fammilly.
EX MP WO Claude Gauthier (Ret)
My condolences to the Dinning Family, I had the distinct honor of growing up with Matthew over the years in Wingham, and I truly believe that I am a better man for have knowing Matthew. He was a great man, a man with pride an Honor, But when I think of Matthew only one word comes to mind. Respect, Matthew respected everything, and everyone. He took life one day at a time, finding enjoyment in eveything he did. I will tuly miss him. Many great thoughts have come to my mind over the past few days of things Matthew and I have done, and I will cherish them all, for the rest of my life.
Matthew, may god keep you close, so that one day when I take the path you have, I can enjoy time with my good friend again. My God look after your family in this sad time. Rest in Peace
As a retired MP and former member of 2 MP Pl "God Bless" and my deepest sympathy to your family and your conrades. No greater price can be paid my a soldier.
Matt was a great person and friend. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed.
Dear Dinning family, Please accept my deepest sympathies.
As a Canadian soldier we enroll always with the understanding that we are part of one of the most potentially challenging and dangerous occupations in Canada. As a member of the Military Police we increase this level of challenge and risk by the very nature of law enforcement. As a member of the Close Protection Team Matthew chose to again put himself in further undue risk and challenge on behalf of Canadian interests. My sincerist condolences to both the friends, co-workers and mebers of Cpl Dinning and Cpl Payne.
Thank you to an extraordinarily brave young man who died so that so many others could live in freedom.
To the Dinning's Family,
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. PLease accept my sincere condolences. We shall remember him.
It is with a heavy heart that I write this.
We did not know Cpl Matthew Dinning, however he and Randy stood where many Canadians would not. You made us all proud.
From your brothers and sisters in the Military Police, we will remember you. You emphasized the motto, Anytime, Anywhere, In any state of conflict. Go in peace Matthew. Securitas
To the Dinning family We are truly sorry for your loss.
Pride in Service - Sorrow in completion of that service. Our prayers are with you at this time. He is in good hands now, God be with you!
On behalf of ordinary Canadians who share in the great loss of our fellow Canadians, fighting and defending our nation and protecting other nations when they need or expertise and help.
I send my and my partners condolences to the Dinning Family and our thoughts and prayers will be with you at this difficult time.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. All my thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. Our thoughts are with your family.
It always hurts to see love ones go. My heart goes out to all the family members. Thank you for serving our country.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these days. I knew Matt, he was a good man. I will remember him and his sacrifice.
As a member of the RCMP, It saddens me to see my "brothers" being killed in the line of duty. I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family of Cpl. Dinning. May God welcome him with open arms.
Thank you for serving our country. May you rest in peace.
Cpl. Dinning gave his life for others the ultimate sacrifice. We, my family and I, are mourning with you, weeping with you and pray for you in your grief.
There are no words to express the sadness we feel for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and all those who serve our Country so unselfishly.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
"Short days ago, we lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow. Loved, and were loved"
Matthew will live eternally because he was loved. Godspeed.
My sympathy goes out to all the families who are grieving at this time. I only knew Matthew for a brief while... his bravery is well recognized as well as his on going spirit. I will never forget.
Dear Dinning Family. Your son was a true hero! My sincere condolences and prayers for you during this difficult time. I will always be awed by his bravery!
Stella Lacle
A proud Soldiers Angel
Please accept my deepest sympathies in this time of sorrow. I hope that it brings you comfort to know that your loss is felt around the country.
Dear Dinnging Family, I would like to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. They are no word strong enough to ease your pain but my thought and prayer goes to you.
Mr. and Mrs. Dining. I don't know if you will remember me or not. My name is Cpl Tricia Harnett. Formally Tricia Lechlitner of Hornepayne. I had the great pleasure of teaching both your sons how to swim during your stay in Hornepayne. My parents Jim and Lorna Lechlitner and myself send our deepest sympathies to you and your family. I will always remember Matthew as a strong willed, loving kid who put a smile on my face every lesson. I know words cannot in any way, shape or form comfort you and your family in this time of dispare. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless and Lest we Forget.
The Lechlitner Family.
As a fellow MP that has also served on five missions away from loved ones, I slightly now understand what my parents went through when I departed and what parent's must go through when the worst nightmare comes true. I never had the pleasure of knowing Matt, however those that I have spoken to that did, had nothing but accolades for him. Rest in peace, my friend.
There is no way to thank Cpl.Dinning enough for hos bravery and all he has done for the counrty. With our sincere sympathy to the family in this time of great loss.
My prayers and wish's for you and your family at this time of grief. You died a hero Matthew, and God has you in his arms now.
We offer you and your family our sincere and deepest condolences on the tragic loss of your son Matthew
Words cannot express the sympathy I feel for your family during this most difficult time. I am also a serving member of the forces and reading about fellow members like Matthew makes me proud to be a member of the forces. I'm sure Matthew was aware of the risks and choose to take them regardless. Matthew's death has not discouraged me, instead it has made me that much more eagar to serve my country outside of Canada one day. You should be so very proud of him. Pleas know at all military members across Canada are proud of him and hold him in the highest respect.
All my best wishes for you and your family during your healing process. God Bless.
My condolences go out to your family.May God bless you all.
We didn't know Cpl Dinning but we do know how proud we are of having men like him that are willing to sacrifice everything they have so that we may live in a free country. We have a son-in-law that is also a soldier and truly believes in what they are doing. Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.
i'm so sorry for your loss. you are in my prayers and thoughts. the sacrifice our troops make is sincerely appreciated.
My condolences go out to Cpl. Dinning's family; your sacrifice will never be forgotten. The safety and security of our children and citizenry is forever indebted to you.
We have lost a fellow Soldier and Police Officer in the line of duty, but his sacrifice shall not be in vain. I will be there at the Police Officer's Memorial in Ottawa to honour his and his family's sacrifice. Thank you Matt...
In a time when no words can console, find peace and love in what is left behind.
Please accept our prayers and thoughts.
My deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers are with you all during this tragic time. I'm priviliged to have known Matt through our MP QL3 trg and saw Matt as a young, bright, full of life guy who always brought laughter and smiles to those around him. Matt will be greatly missed by all.
Rest assure that my thoughts are with you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
As a Canadian Soldier, I understand the pain you are going through. My deepest sympathies to you and your family
Cpl Christopher Merlin
Our deepest sympathy to your family. We as Canadians are very proud of all the soliders that are standing up for what they believe. They are making our country a better place to live in. We feel very close to the soilders, even when we do not know them. Our deepest, deepest sympathy to you and your families.
Our condolences to all friends and family of Matthew. We are a military family and grieve with you at the loss of such a fine young man.
The Beaumont Family
Strong and Proud is what I will always be to have known you, GOD's speed home to the Lord my friend. Gil
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during your loss. Your son is our hero. All flags should be flown at half mast.
Cpl Dinning was protecting my family even though we are in a different country he will be remembered by us.
God bless you and may He help you thru this time.
Elaine, Mark and Alex Baker
Jackson, Missouri USA
My prayers are with you. You gave your life to protecting our freedom. Rest In Peace.
The sincere sympathies of all members of the 19 Wing Comox Military Police Section are extended to the family and friends of our departed comrade in arms and brother Military Policeman, Corporal Matthew Dinning.
Our thoughts and hearts are with you.
“They shall not grow old as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.”
I DON'T KNOW HIM BUT HE WAS DEFENDING MY COUNTRY.THEREFORE MY PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO HIS FAMILY FROM MINE,CANADA.REST IN PEACE BUDDY.
I too have known loss.
My thoughts are with you.
Vos frères d'armes, vos proches, votre famille, se souviendront à jamais que l'ultime sacrifice de votre vie n'aura pas été fait en vain. Que Dieu vous garde, que votre famille demeure courageuse. Sincère condoléance de Bagotville.
Sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies and prayers are with you.
very sorry for your great loss. My deepest condolences are with you
Although I never had the privilege to meet Matthew, he was definitely a part of our big family as a member of the Military Police. Matthew will always be in our hearts. We feel your tragic loss and will never forget that he has made the ultimate sacrifice. Please accept my deepest Sympathies and Condolences to you and your family.
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. My continued service will be to honour his dedication and sacrifice.
With regret I sign this page, May the family and friends take some comfort in the prayers of all Canadians.
You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.I have a son and can not imagine the pain of losing him.Thank you to your son for fighting for my freedom and the freedom of others.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow
My deepest sympathy for your loss. His sacrifice will not be forgotten.
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Memories in our hearts today
Mean more than words can ever say. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of sorrow
I wish my words could in some way could give you comfort. I personally never met Matthew, but his friends have spoken of him and hold him in the highest regard. So long as we are a nation he shall be honoured, by his country, remembered by his friends, and fellow comrades in arms. God be with you.
Dear Dinning Family it is with great sorrow and sadness to hear of Cpl Dinning's death. Although I did not know Matt, I will always remembered him as a brother who gave his life for what he believed in. "SECURITAS"
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Heros are so rare...how is it that Canada should lose four in one day. They shall not be forgotten.
1969 I retired from the RCAF with 20 years service. At this time there are no words to to say except that all Canadians should be very proud of Cpl Dinning.
My deepest sympathies. I am profoundly grateful for the life of such a brave young man. May the family be spared further grief.
Dear Dinning Family,
I did not have the honour to meet Matthew; however, upon hearing of this tragedy, I, as a fellow Military Policeman, felt compelled to find out who this man was. The fact that Matthew had decided to serve his country speaks of his character, but it is only ones God, ones family and ones friends who truly know the soul of a person.
As I read every entry in this guest book, with tears in my eyes and a complete sense of loss and sadness, I truly mourn for your loss. You had the opportunity to know and love an exceptional person.
To Matthew's friends and co-workers, honour his memory and remember and cherish the good times.
To the Dinning Family, there is nothing I can say to ease the pain of what you now and will continue to feel. You are in my prayers and God Bless you.
To Matthews family we are saddened for your tremendous loss.
We as Canadians need to hold close to our hearts and in thought Matthews paid the most significant price to improve the lived of Afgan children he by all means is a hero.
The Street Kids Project
Please accept my deepest sympathies. It is my loss not to have known him personally, just as his death is a loss to the Branch family. My condolences go out to his family for their loss. LEST WE FORGET.
Like many others, I did not have the pleasure of knowing Mathew. It is with regret and sadness that I have to meet his family and friends at a time like this. Please except my deepest sympathy for your family.
Family and all who knew Cpl. Matthew Dinning must be very proud of his life and all that lived for. May God Bless him and everyone who was close to him.
From a fellow Canadian.
My Geatest condolences to Cpl. Dinning's Family and friends...You can count on my flag being at half mast.
War is like love : Easy to start - Hard to finnish - Impossible to forget! Salute to our 4 fallen Heros!
To all of Cpl. Matthew Dinning's family and friends, I feel your pain and I want you to know he will be remembered. May God help you through this.
To the entire Dinning Family,
Like many who have already signed this guest book, I do not know your family, nor did I personally know Matthew, however, I wanted to express and extend my deepest and heartfelt sympathy to all members of the Dinning family during this tragic time. Matthew made the ultimate sacrifice for all of us who sometimes take too many things for granted. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you grieve the loss of your Son and Brother. Cpl Matthew Dinning will not be forgotten.
To a brother who has layed down his weapon one last time, may you be free to rome the heavens with no pain and free from this dark time. Life may go on for us, but with one less brother in arms....may we all bow our heads for a moment to remember those who have sacrificed so much. Whoora.
Our condolences to the entire Payne family. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you at this time of sorrow
Thank you. Thanks also to your son. M
To Matthew's family: More people loved your son than you could ever imagine.We're comforted that he is back in his "home and native land" on his journey to Heaven.
Cpl Dinning is now an angel on the shoulders of his brothers and while I did not know him, I know he will be missed by many. My prayers go out to the family. Be proud of your hero and know he has a great place in heaven.
We have a Daughter who is a Master Corporal in the canadian Airborne and Her husband who is a Major in the Canadian Air Force.Our Heart and Our prayers are with you,May God receive Matthew in HIS Kingdom
and bring you peace.
We know that words can give little consolation to relieve grief but we should like you to know that we too will be grieving for Matthew. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
In deepest sympathy,
To the Dinning Family,
I had the distinct pleasure of working with Matt at the Military Police Detachment in CFB Petawawa. His unique sense of humour sure helped pass the time on long night shifts. As a Military Policeman preparing for the next tour to Afghanistan with 2 MP Pl, Matt's courage has strenghtened our resolve. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
I am truly sorry for your loss. I hope you find solice knowing that Matt died doing what he loved and in the service of his country. He died a hero and for that his country will forever be grateful.
To the Dinning family,
As an old high friend of Randy, I am happy to know that Randy, Matthew, Miles and William were together and not alone.
We are thinking of you at this time of loss. Be proud of all your son has done for our country. He is a hero to all of us.
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope and pray that you will eventually have peace knowing Matthew is a hero to all Canadian soldiers, sailors and airmen/women, but more especially to all members of the Military Police Branch. Your MP brothers and sisters will never forget you nor your bravery and dedication to duty. May you rest in peace Matthew.
April 22nd was the saddest day of my seventeen years of service with the Military Police. Out sincerest condolences go to Matthew's family.
Take up our quarrel with the foe:
To you from failing hands we throw
The torch; be yours to hold it high...
Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.
AS AMOTHER WHO HAS LOST TWO CHILDREN I FEEL YOUR PAIN I KNOW YOUR LOSS AND NOTHING ANYONE CAN SAY WILL EASE THE PAIN BUT TIME WILL HELP AND THEN THE BEAUTIFULL MEMORIES WILL HELP AND ONE DAY YOU WILL LAUGHT AGAIN AND THANK GOD FOR THE TIME YOU HAD WITH YOUR BEAUTIFULL CPL mATTHEW DINNING HE IS A cANADIAN HERO AND WE WILL REMEMBER HIM AND FLY OUR FLAG IN HIS HONOUR gOD BE WITH ALL YOUR FAMILY AT THIS SADEST TIME
On behalf of the Military Security Guard Unit, Beijing, China, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. The hearts of Canadian Military Policemen serving throughout the world go out to you.
Securitas!
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of a fine Canadian soldier and true hero. My thoughts and prayers are with Cpl. Dinning's family, his comrades and friends. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember him. Bob Thomas, Senator, 2 MP Company
On behalf of the 51st Military Police Platoon, our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
To a Frere d'arme
We never fall in vaine; you have defended our freedom, May you rest in peace.
Matthew family, you have given the most precious gift for a better world.
I cannot possibly imagine how you are feeling right now, but I offer my deepest sympathies anyway. No one should be forced to expiriance what you are facing-the loss of a family member. Let my prayers rest upon you in the night.
May you memories sustain you in the coming days.
As a resident of the Ottawa Valley, we know all too well the sacrifices that the Canadian Military make on a daily basis, so that we may enjoy our freedom - which we sometimes take so for granted. God Bless.
Know that you are in our prayers.
I am so very sorry for the loss that your have had to experience. No parent should ever have to berry his or her child. As young as Matt was he was mature beyond his years. I met Matt while we were on our basic training courses in St Jean. Matt and I completed our Military Police Training together 4, May 03. Matt was sharp as a tack and so quick witted. He always took the time to listen when something was on your mind. Matt stayed with my family and I while on a visit to Thunder Bay and was well liked by all. We were all shocked by the news of Matt’s passing, however, honoured to know he died doing what he loved, serving his country. Matt will be greatly missed however never forgotten. Matt is in God’s hands now, a soldier forever in our hearts.
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy
Karl and Bev Andersen
Oakville, Ontario
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
It is with a heavy heart, that my family offers our condolences for your loss. It is with absolute pride, respect, and honour, that I am able to call Mat a fellow soldier. WE WILL NEVER FORGET the sacrifice he made for us.
Our sincere condolences for your tragic loss. May God give you the strength to get through these difficult days. May He also comfort you with His unfailing love. John 11:26 Your Country mourns with you.
Thank You is all this Canadian can say....and I'm sorry you are gone.
Sorry to hear of your loss, My Prayers and thoughts go out to the friends and family of Cpl Matthew Dinning. God Bless
I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Matt through the MP Det and the Pl here in Petawawa. A true proffesional in every sense of the word and a great human being. He believed in what he was doing and did it in a way that made you proud to be in the same trade as him. I will miss most his off the wall sense of humor that kept everyone who know him on their toes! We are diminished by his loss but strengthened by having known him.
Thank you for giving yourself to a service that is all too often misunderstood. Not many will walk your shoes brother... not many can for it takes somebody of your nature. People will speak of you and they will hold their heads up high when they do. Rest in Peace Brother.
Mr. Dinning and family, Please accept my condolances on the loss of your son. I thank him for what he and his family have given to Canada.
'We will remember them"
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Although i didn't know this solider i am truly sorry for the family but you are still my hero for fighting for our country.
My time as Colonel commandant of the Military Police Branch ended before Cpl Dinning's enrolment and training. However, I know that he became a strong and valued member of the Military Police family, and it is my loss not to have known him and to have served the Branch when he was a member. His death is a tragic loss to the Military Police family and to the CF. My thoughts and prayers go out to his own family in their grief. LEST WE FORGET.
It is with a heavy heart that myself and my family offer our deepest sympathy for the grief you must bear. This ‘ordinary’ Canadian family will never forget his sacrifice. God bless and give you strength for the burden you must bear.
The Dinning Family,
As CFB Petawawa MP Detachment Commander, I had the privilege of welcoming Matthew to his first posting as a newly badged Military Policeman. It was an honour to serve with a young man whose pride and enthusiasm in being a soldier and a policeman was so obvious. Please know that those of us who share Matthew’s uniform also share your sorrow.
Our condolences on your loss. We mourn with you and the sacrifice your son and family has made to support the goal of peace in the world.
It is with deep regret for your loss that we send our condolences at this difficult time. We honour this young man and his stand for the freedom of Afghanis.
When a loved one as Cpl. Matthew Dinning goes from active living, it is easy for us to turn to God. There is nowhere else to go! It is then we realize the "nowhere" means God is "now here."
God is everywhere all the time, always healing, teaching and loving us. Things look bleak now, but we know our Creator is going to show up and stand up.
God is the spirit of life. Life is not merely what we live, it is what we are. There is always a ray of hope, for God can and will help us. God maintains and sustains the energy of life that we are.
We must depend on the life of God in us. We must know at all times, in all situations, under every possible circumstance, we can depend on God. God, the good, powerful essence of life is always within us, always around us, always holding and lifting us up. The very essence and energy of God is actually what we are. In times of difficulty, we must remember, so we can live life to it's fullest.
Now abides faith, hope and love, and the greatest of these is LOVE.
God's faithful Love abides forever.
"Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Isaiah 40:28-31. Securitas.
This June will have marked the three year anniversary of the beginning of our military careers. Matt and I met in basic training, and from the instant I met him I felt like I had already known him a lifetime. He will always be remembered for his quick-wit and charm but most of all his ultimate sacrifice and bravery. My deepest condolences go out to the Dinning family and all of Matt’s friend’s.
My, and all North America's, sympathy and condolances to the family and friends of Cpl Dinning. I have friends who emigrated to the states from Afghanistan and understand why and what he was trying to protect. God bless.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Dinning family and numerous friends during this time. I had the honour of meeting Matt in St. Jean in 2003 on our Basic Training course and stayed with him through MP QL3 training in Borden. Matt was a great guy with always the right thing to say. He was a tough competitor that was dedicated to all he put his mind to. He was a great friend who took time to come up to Thunder Bay to our wedding and fit in instantly with all our friends and family. Matt will be greatly missed.
Matt Dinning was one of my best friends. I grew up with him during public and highschool. Even before he died I would brag and talk about him a lot. Matt loved his family and friends and never spoke bad about anyone. Most of my best memories involve Matt weither it was hockey, hanging out, sitting in our hot tubs and talking for hours, shoveling roofs on saturday nights, or sports. For those of you that don't personally know Matt. He is a perfect example of a best friend. Although I haven't seen him very much over the last few years since he was living out his dream, it still feels like he lives on summit drive. Matt, I know your up there with Brett and I have never been so proud to be someones friend. You are my hero and I will never stop talking about you. I know you will look down on all of us down here. Thanks for the awesome times and I will see again. ALLLLLRIGHTY THAN!!!!
We have both lost a member of our family. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
I worked with Matt as a dispatcher in CFB Petawawa and was privy to and the butt of some of his practical jokes. He made all of those around him richer for the experiance. He made a difference, and he will be sorely missed.
On behalf of my family, we wish to extend our sympathy and condolences. No words can express our deep felt sorrow at the loss of a fellow Military Police member. We can take solace in knowing that Matthew’s dedication, duty and honour will not be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this solemn time, God Bless.
My thoughts and Prayers go out to you in your time of grief. I had the pleasure of working with Matt in Petawawa and will hold fond memories of an ambitious, keen MP who truely saw the good in people.
Canada is the poorer for the loss of Matthew. On behalf of the Canadian and Law Enforcement community in Colorado Springs at NORAD/USNORTHCOM I pass on our condolences to his family and friends. Less we forget.
Words cannot express our feeling with the loss of someone we love. Time will heal the pain felt, memories are everlasting. Matthew has paid the ultimate price. He gave himself so others could live a better life. With heavy hearts a Country now knows Matthew. He will be missed by all. He will be in my childrens prayer. They will know Matthew and who he was and what he has done. Saint Michael has taken another Policeman to walk Heavens beat. God bless you at this time.
Although I did not now Matthew, we are brother's in blue. My heart is with his family and friends.
Sincerely,
My deepest condolenses are sent out to Matt's family and friends and I hope that a memorial in both his honor as well as that of of his fellow troop Cpl Payne be considered at the CFMPA as a reminder of a legacy of bravery that will never be forgotten.
Rest peacefully my brother,
Matt Hanchuck
Military Police
Winnipeg
Being a fellow Military Police member assigned to the CFNIS CR, my duties would routinely bring me to CFB Petawawa. It was during one such visit that I had the pleasure to meet Matthew. My first impression was that of a strong, capable, earnest, yet jovial young man, who was instantly likeable. One visit turned to more, and I had the opportunity to occasionally meet with Matthew while he was on shift. I so enjoyed the humorous conversations we had. Matthew had a manner about him that would leave you smiling irregardless of how hard the day had been.
It was my most distinct honour to have known such a unique soul as Matthew. God grant him peace.
My most heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
Our deepest condolences to the Dinning Family,
I hope that you can find even the smallest amount of solace in knowing that his sacrifice was made doing something that I’m sure Matthew truly believed in and for this he honours us all.
My family's thought and prayers are with you. Thanks to Matt for being the individual that he was and to you for having raised such a wonderful person with outstanding values. A Hero!
As an ex-member of 2 Military Police Platoon, I had the opportunity of briefly knowing your son. Matthew was one of the finest soldiers of the Military Police Branch and was well respected by his peers. He will not be forgotten.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort always.
We cannot really know or imagine what you are feeling at this time, but please remember that our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you take some small measure of comfort in the fact that Matthew's sacrifice will not be forgotten and is deeply appreciated.
Matt & I were roommates at our MPAC in Halifax in 2003. Having grown up in the same area we found plenty of familiar ground to talk about...especially our families. Matt always had a warm smile and cheerful conversations when we later would meet in St. Jean and again in Borden during our days at the CFMPA. Matt your love of your family was always plain to see and admired. You will be greatly missed but never forgotten....Murf
I am sorry for your loss. Lossing a member of your family is always hard on you. Your loss is also a loss to the branch.
(Retired MP)
I had the good fortune to work with Matt for approximately three months at the Military Police Detachment, CFB Petawawa. Although we worked on different shifts, we did respond to a few calls together. However, most of the time I spent talking with Matt, was during shift changes. I certainly remember him to be eager, a quick learner and having a great sense of humour. Matt was a dedicated policeman and will be missed. My sincerest condolences.
I had the pleasure of working with Matt for only a few months at the MP Det in CFB Petawawa. He had a quiet and calming demeanour about him and a strong sense of duty. He will be missed. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
I worked with Matt at 2 MP PL. I remember seeing him a few days before he left for Afghanistan. He was so happy to be going over, he was a great soldier and police officer. My prayers are with you.
It is with profound sadness that I send out condolances to you and your family from ALL members of the Military Security Guard Unit, at the loss of such a fine young Military Policeman. It was a senseless act that took his, and his comrades life. We can only hope that his loss will not be in vain.
It is with the greatest sorrow, that we lose a member of our Military Police family, the written word can never replace the fond memories. Matt served with pride and honour in our Canadian Forces, a duty that is never taken lightly and a passion shared by only a few of Canada's great citizens. Today I thank you for your contribution too your country, for protecting others and for sharing the vision of world peace. Your ultimate sacrifice will not be forgotten, bless you as you watch over the remainder of military personnel serving on foreign soil.
Too the family and loved ones left to share the memories of Matt, my sincere condolences and sympathy.
We will never forget the sacrifices that Cpl. Dinning made for his country and the world. He is a true Hero! My thoughts and prayers are with the Dinning family during this difficult time. God bless!
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy and condolences to all family members and friends of Matt; Please know that he is in the thoughts and prayers of many as are you. Matt and I attended the Military Police Academy and graduated together in 2004. I will always remember Matt as the witty, funny, honest and sincere guy that he was. His presence always brought a smile or some offering/invite to do something. I can surely say he and his sacrifice will not be forgotten.
My thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Matthew Dinning.
I would to send my deepest condolences to the Family and love ones of Mattthew Dinning. He will be greatly missed.
To the Dinning Family:
As a serving Military Policeman I too mourn the loss of your son. I did not know Matt but he is a part of that larger family - the Military Police Branch and the Canadian Forces. I feel your loss deeply, the more so because one of my junior members was an academy classmate and speaks very highly of him. Reading some of the other posts here by other MP that I know and respect who knew Matt, I know he is the type of soldier I would have loved to have in my circle of co-workers and friends. Our loss is Heaven's gain as another of God's soldiers is called home. Please accept our condolences and our heartfelt thanks for ultimate service Matt provided to the cause of freedom and this country.
Securitas. Stay Safe.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families of Cpl.Matthew Dinning. Our appreciation for the dedication these men have shown for their country. We are very proud and so you should be honoured to have been a part of their lives.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
My deepest sympathies to the Dinning Family. I have known Matt since he joined the Forces. We completed basic training together and also our QL3 course. We met back up again when he decided to volunteer for close protection training. Matt was an individual, quick-witted, smart, and always had a one liner to finish your conversation. Matt was a great friend, who always took time to come and visit me in Ottawa. He will be missed, but, never forgotten.
To the DINNING family:
I had the pleasure of meeting Matthew in Pet over the last two years, I never got the opportunity to get to know him really well, but from what I do know, he was very eager to learn, and was a true adventurer. To Matts Family, be very, very proud of Matthew, he deserves it.
PO2 Randy Losier, MP Drug Team
Words cannot express the sadness we feel at the loss of your loved one . My wife and I are also members of the military police branch and he will always be in our hearts as part of the military police familly. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Dear Dinning family,
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear,
just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.
You have my deepest sympathies.
My family and I wish to express our sincere condoléance on the loss of Matthew. Our thought and prayers go out to you and your family
Although, like many here who did not know him, I too, being an MP and having served in Afghanistan conducting similar duties, I send you my condolences, his sacrafice will never be forgotten.
I worked with Matt and he was a great exemple for me. Thank my friend for teached me and show me the way I should to go...Don't worry, we will never forget you!
A friend MP
My deepest sympathy goes out to family and friends.
I am truly sorry for your loss.
We have lost one of our brothers. He will not be forgotten.
As a MP, I'm very touch and concern. My wife and I wish our condoleance to the family and friends.
I wish to express my deepest regrets and condolences to the Dinning family, friends and colleagues. As a member of the MP Branch, I have experienced similar grief and cannot place into words my heart felt emotions. Cpl Dinning will forever be remebered by those who served with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this period of mourning and always.
Being the Cr Clerk for CFMPA I had the opportunity meeting all the candiates that come through our doors for their long six month QL3 course. And I can not stress the admiration and praise I give each and every one of the soliders that leave the academy with nothing but their love of Our Country and their families, willing to fight and try to keep the peace for all man kind was what they were all about, but when one of our comrade fall we take it to heart.. Please know that this lady sitting behind her computer reading and looking at your picture Cpl Matthew Dinning brings not only sorrow and Praise. I honor and respect you and hold you in highest regards. Peace be with you now, you truly will be missed, not only by those that knew you but also by those who did not.
I pray for your family to remain strong for each other. I am so sorry for their lost.
Peace Light
Sincerly Lynda Maracle/CFMPA Cr Clerk
Dear Dinning Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Cherish the fact that Matthew will always be a HERO!
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Dearest Dinning Family: My husband and I are both Military Police Officers and have been for over 20 years. Neither of us had the privilage of knowing Matthew but cannot help feeling like we have lost a member of our own family, because we did. From reading all the other notes it is evident Matthew was a wonderful human being and my heart is sad that he has been taken from you. In time, may you find peace within, knowing he is in a better and peaceful place, watching over you. May your memories live on inside your hearts, until you are with him again someday. Know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.....
Thank you for giving yourself to our country Canada. We all appreciated the gift you gave us. My thoughts are with your family and friends Matthew.
My family and I express our sorrow at your loss. If war is incomprehensible, then your loss is beyond belief. I take heart in knowing your boy did his part to make this world a better place.
To the family and friends of Matt:
It is often difficult to find the words to express how one feels at a time of such great loss. My heart is filled with pain and sorrow at the loss of a great soldier and a close friend. I had the pleasure of going through CP training with Matt, a course that taxed us to our physical, mental and emotional limits. Through it all Matt could be counted on to keep things light with a witty joke or a funny comment, but he also knew that when it was time for business, there was no joking around. I was always amazed at the maturity and discretion that he exhibited for such a young man. These qualities made him an exceptional soldier. I will miss Matt a great deal, but I know that he would want us all to carry on and to honour him that is what we should all do.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a hero your son was!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. CPL Dinning made the world a safer place, a better place, and we will always remember him with admiration and appreciation. May God bless you and comfort you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great sorrow. May you find comfort and peace among your family and friends.
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
What you cherish in your heart, you will never lose. I hope that the good memories you had with Matthew will see you through this painful time. I'm sending love and prayers for all who cared for Matthew.
Please accept my deepest sympathies. It sadens me greatly to think this country has lost such a great individual. I went to high school with Matt and I would have to say he was one of the kindest individual I have known. Your son will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.
Our prayers and condolences go to Matt's family. He shared the past few months with our own son-in-law on this mission, side by side, 24/7. You have our heartfelt sympathy.
You are a Canadian hero, whose ultimate sacrifice will not be forgotten. Rest well my brave Soldier.
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Matthew and may memories comfort you always.
My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Sincerely,
A Soldier's Angel
Dear DINNING Family;
From my wife and myself please except our sympathy for your loss. Your son has embarked on the ultimate tour.
Cpl Daniel Larente
To Matthew's family and friends...We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Know that others care and grieve along with you. God Bless.
Dear Dinning family:
Id like to wright to you today to express my loss for your son and the prayers that I give towards your family. For your son has touched my life not only as an intelagent, funny, quickwitted police officer, but as a role model for me as I was under his wing for 4 months as a coop student. I experienced the laughter and joy he so often brought to the work environment and the good times we had driving around in the police cruiser, telling jokes and making small talk. I would also like to thank you as a family for rasing such a wonderful person because that is one of the things i was going to do after i made it into the military police. I was going to walk up to matt and say "thanks for all of the good times matt and i hope i can make some little co-op kids day the same way you made mine officer Dinning". I will continue to pray for matt and you as a family and i just hope one day we will all be with mattt again. Let the heavins take you in my lost friend.
I first met Matt about a year ago and was struck by his strong sense of discipline. A committed soldier, he cared about his work and it showed. He had a good sense of humour and I'll miss him. I'd like to extend my heartfelt condolences to the family of Matt Dinning in this time of pain and sorrow. We lost a great guy and a fine soldier.
He will be sorely missed.
god gave all of us something special when he gave canada mathew. he gave his all for us, that takes a special person. god must have special plans for him. my prayers are with him and for those he unselfishly left behind
Our deepest symapthies are with you at this time. Remember him for his bravery and courage.
To the Family of Matthew Dinning,
Although words cannot express the extent of the sympathy I feel for you and yours. Please know that Matthew left a lasting impact on Canadians across the country. He made the ultimate sacrifice for his country and for that he is a hero to not only you, his family, but to all of Canada. You were lucky to have been related to such a man!!!!
Lori, Lincoln, Brandon and family: While we have not been in touch with you for a while, the news hit us very hard. Please accept our heartfelt and deepest condolences on your loss. Our prayers are with you. Matthew is truly a Canadian hero.
As a former military family we empathize with your pain. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Thank you for allowing your son to serve our country.
Our Deepest Sympathy to the Dinning family, relatives and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I will only intrude on your sorrow to offer you and your families my condolences and prayers knowing that time heals all wounds and brings back memories of a brave soldier.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Please accept our heartfelt and deepest condolences on your loss. Although we did not personally know Matt, please take comfort in knowing that you are all part of the Military Police family. He will be remembered for the amazing soldier and military policeman that he was. Matt was a true hero and brave soldier.
Dear Dinning Family,
I sorry for your loss. GOD created his blessed children in HIS own image. He treasures that which belongs to him. I will keep you in my prayers.
I had the honour of instructing Matt on his MP QL3 and again on his CPP pre course. A quiet fellow always eager to learn. Our deepest sympathies go out to Matt's family. God be with you!
The Habrakens, Dan, Milissa, Cydney and Peyton
My deepest sympathy for the dinning family.
Hi
On behalf of the Iversen family I would like to send you our condolences on the loss of your son and Canada's hero, we owe a huge debt to these brave men and women who put their lives on the line for our freedoms. Nothing we can say or do can replace your son but I pray you take comfort in knowing the country thanks you from the bottom of our hearts for your son. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. May God bless you
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Being an MP also we have lost a brother.
Having gone through basic training with Matt I can say he was one of the finest soldiers I have ever known. All of us who formed 321 Alpha will miss him dearly. God rest his soul.
My deepest sympanthies for your loss. He will surely be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
As a member of the Canadian Military Police, I am proud of the dedication and loyalty your son had for this nation. Please accept my deepest condolences, and do know your son will never be forgotten.
As an Fellow MP, I had the privilege of meeting Cpl MATT DINNING here at CFMPA twice. I am extremely proud to say this guy was my friend. His fun loving nature will surely be missed. I for one wish the family my prayers. I never say goodbye to a friend, because, I know someday, I will met him again and rememember all the good times we had together. So Matt, instead of goodbye, it's I'll see you again. Your Friend.
Our deepest sympathies, from 3013 Army Cadets
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Our hearts and prayers go to all the family members and friends of Cpl Matthew Dinning. We are so fortunate to have men like Matthew representing Canada. To the Dinning family, we know that Matthew is now in God's hands and all our prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss. May he ever rest in God's hands.
To the Dinning Family
Our deepest sympathy to all of you during your time of need, Our thoughts and prayer are with you.
God Bless
To the Dinning family,my depest expression of sympathy for the loss of
your son Matthew,in the defence of a
greatful country.
The loss of any soldier hits hard with those now sidelined and watching from afar.Canada's true heroes now have another amongst their ranks and heaven has another fine soldier to protect itself.Cpl Dinnings sacrifice will never go unforgotten and will always be held in the highest place of honour by those who have served. May God bring peace to his family and all those who knew him during this time of loss.
Our hearts and prayers go to all of the family members and friends of Cpl. Matthew Dinning. We are so lucky to have soliders like Matthew protecting our freedom.
Thank you for putting your life on the line for other people to have a civil existance in this great country of Canada. You and all of your fellow soldiers are in the minds of everyone back home in Canada. You and all of your fallen comrads will be sadly missed.
My deepest sympathy.We are proud of you and your service to our country.
Semper Paratus
God Bless you and your family
My deepest condolences to you in this your time of loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Servitium Nulli Secundus
To the Dinning family,
--- "The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. " ---
(Psalm 23:1-6)
Our hearts and prayers go to all of the family members and friends of Cpl. Matthew Dinning. We are so fortuate to have soliders like Matthew protecting our freedom. We know you are in God's hands. Bless you Matthew.
My prayers are with all Cpl Matthew Dinning family
Mr Mrs Mike Tindill
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
My deepest condolence and sympathy to the Dinning family. I am so very proud of the Canadian soldiers, and it never hit home so close as now. My cousin Connor Healy always said Dinning was his best friend and an amazing soldier. I saw him carrying the casket on the news today. Close to home, never has been so close.
May god give you the strength to get through this tragic loss.
Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of Cpl. Dinning. May he ever rest in God's hands.
To the entire Dinning Family, we express our deepest condolences and will keep you in our hearts and prayers. Our son is also an MP in the Canadian Forces and he told us that he shared a room with Matt in Halifax for some of the pre-screening programmes. He mentioned that Matt was a shy, quiet fellow who loved his family and that he was a good person. He also said that he would trust his life without hesitation as Matt was a good person, a good soldier and a good MP. We now have a bond with you and your family - a silent bond of the military family. May God bless you and keep you as Matt is at peace and is a Canadian hero.
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
As the sister in law and brother in law of Cpl Randy Payne, we share the grief that you and your family are going through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow
Matthew "May the Good Lord Bless and Keep You and Perpetual Light Shine upon You".....My deepest condolence and sympathy to the family and friends of Matthew at this sad time....its not easy to lose a loved one.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Dear Matthew's family,
Please accept my condolences and sympathies during this difficult time. As a civilian, I am deeply saddened and yet very grateful for the ultimate sacrifice your Matthew made. My thoughts and prayers are with you, as are those of my Mother and my siblings. When we heard the news, we were all together on that date to commemorate the 3 year loss of my father. Even though we are strangers,we will always remember Matthew and his fellow servicemen and will remain thankful. May you somehow find peace and comfort knowing that through this tragedy , Matthew has affected so many for years to come. Do take care and God Bless.
Sincerely,
Peri Deacon
You did not die in vain. My heart goes out to your family, but you know what.. you did not die as a result of a street gang fight. You died a hero now and forever and forever, Canada will remember you.
As a veteran of WW 2 and a parent
I want to thank you for the gift of your son, given in the cause of freedom, and offer my sincere sympathy for the grief you must bear for it.
We share your grief at this very difficult time. You are not alone. Mat was a very brave young man and made us all proud of the tough job they are doing and to be Canadian.
Our hearts and prayers go out to the families of Cpl.Dinning.
Joan and Murray Hay
High River AB
Cpl. Matthew Dinning died doing work I myself was not brave enough to do.
Trying to make a differance in this world is the most selfless act any person can attempt.
God bless Matt Dinning.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
My husband Dave, worked side by side Matt every day on this tour. Dave has said he was like a brother to all of the team. Our condolensces from Afghanistan and Canada.
He was with the Military Police's Elite Close Protection Team. We are so proud of them!!!
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Cpl. Matthew Dinning. My fiance, Bdr. Myles Mansell, was with him at the time of the attack. As short a time it was, we are all lucky and blessed to have known such fine and honourable men. My heart is with you.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. May time be kind in your healing of loss.
May God also bless all our Canadian soldiers who protect and fight for our freedom.
Those who fall will not be forgotten.
As a retired Captain and the father of three sons who served our country like your son did, There is no words spoken or written will ever replace your loss
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
To Cpl. Matthew Dinning's parents,
I have been desperately trying all day to find your telephone number but have failed. I will try again tomorrow. I want to personally give you my condolences because I feel your pain and grief. In my sorrow I found comfort and love in all the condolences I received from loved ones, friends and strangers and I know you will too.
I will fall asleep tonight thinking of your son, Mathew, and my son, Paul.
Dear Dinning family, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. We are proud of the job Matthew was doing. We will keep you close to our hearts. Sincere sypathies from the staff at 1 Field Ambulance det Vancouver.
His courage is an ispiration for our times. He was at the forfront and he is honoured by myself and my country.
To the Dinning Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Matthew was a wonderful person and a very courageous and honorable man. I remember him from our families being close and he will always be in my heart. He is watching over you all, and he died doing what he truly wanted to do. Your family will be in my prayers.
Our Son-In-Law CPL. Randy Payne worked closely with Matthew.We share your pain and grieve with you in this very tragic time.Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Please accept our deepest sympathies,We are so sorry to hear of your loss,Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time or sorrow.
Brother and Sister in law to Cpl.Randy Payne
I am sorry to hear that we have lost a hero, I am grieving with the families. He will never be forgotten. May God Bless Yous!!
Good men brave and true will never be forgotten
My deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of Matt.. You will be in my thoughts and prayers,he is in a better place now, with Jesus.....
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
http://www.ruthann1.com
you have made difference and helped alot of people i always payer for your kindness and you thank you.
We would like to express our deepest sympathy for the loss of your son. We know that at this time words ring hollow but it is also nice to know that people care deeply about your loss. We have learned that family and friends can be a great comfort in difficult days ahead.
To every man who died,
for what he believed was right.
To every mother who cried,
for a son in the dead of night.
May we remember ever
their courage, pain, and glory.
May we forget us never,
Dulce decorum est pro patria mori!
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Even though we are miles apart, you are close in our hearts. It's times like these when all hearts fill with pride for our heroes. God Bless You.
My heart goes out to the family and friends of Cpl. Matthew Dinning. May you look up to the sky and see the bright stars shining down on you and know that he is watching and smiling down on you.
Please accept our fanily's deepest sympathy and prayers. Words cannot express our gratitude at your sacrifice. May the peace and comfort of Our Heavenly Father be with you left behind.
To the Dinning Family,
I met your son Matt prior to his selection for the close protection course we both ended up attending. Aside from being the best shot on the course, your son truly was a charachter with his amazing sense of humour. I have many good memories on duty and off duty spending time with Matt. One thing that really impressed me about your son was his maturity and professionalism he displayed for such a young man. There will be many members of the Military Police who will never forget your son.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
thank you our son . you must be you are taken care of us .now god will take care of you.semper fi
William Shakespeare once wrote "Cowards die many times before their deaths, the valiant never taste of death but once." Thank you from the bottom of my heart for being valiant and standing the watch for me that I might live in freedom.
Our prayers are with you and all your family at this sad time.
semper fi my canadian brother in arms. freedom is never free.thank you for giving your all.my prayers are with yourfamily and your nation .russell hoffer lt. col. usmc ret
Dear Dinning family,
I can only imagine the sorrow that you are feeling at his time and I wish I could offer more than words.
As a member of the Canadian Forces as well as the Militray Police Branch we share in your sorrow at the loss of such a remarkable young man. Matthew was obviously both a skilled solider and military policeman for being part of the close protection team and there is no doubt that he served with honour, dignity and pride.
On behalf of all members of the Military Police Detachment, CFB North Bay please accept our sincere condolences and know that our thoughts and prayers will be with you, and that Matthew's memory will be carried on as a true hero within the military police family.
With deepest sympathies,
My heart weeps for you,my nephew Jeff Bailey came back badly broken. I remember at that time praying that no others would feel such pain;but knowing we were only the first.God be with you
I'm sorry for your lose Knowing the nation thanks him for his brave serviceThe Naton grieves with you
As a member of a military family, the passing of these four fine soldiers hit a little too close to home. To the family, friends and comrades of these men, we are all mourning with you. It is getting so that these terrible tragedy's have hit us all. Touched all of our bases. In that, we have all experienced the pain and the loss of a fallen soldier, and are here to help in any way that could possibly ease your pain and warm your heart.
To Cpl Dinning's family, your son's sacrifice and yours will never be forgotten. May your hearts and souls mend gently.
Take care
Words cannot express the sadness I feel at the loss of your loved one . I am just an ordinary Canadian who is very proud and grateful for all that our men and women do for us in the forces. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Our deepest condolences go out to you and your family with the loss of this very very brave soldier. Cpl. Matthew Dinning will not be forgotten.
Those That give The most preciouse gift walk now in eternall peace.
To the Dinning Family,
Words are not enough at a time like this.
Maybe it will help to remember that Matthew was not alone and neither are you.
-Greg
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
My father was in the armie and so you can say i am an armie brat!! Even though my father isn't in the armie anymore it still is a big part of my life. It hurts me to know that we are losing so many young men and women over seas. My love and my prayers go out to you and to everyone who has lost a love one over there God Bless you!!