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for Matthew Schneider
Peggy Childers
October 30, 2012
August 28, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Matthew E. Schneider:
Always remembering Matthew. "Some gave all."
dana
November 13, 2011
:(
Melanie Glidden
October 14, 2011
He's not forgotten
Peggy Childers
August 28, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Matthew E. Schneider:
Please accept my remembrance of Matthew on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
August 28, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Matthew E. Schneider:
Remembering Matthew on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Peggy Childers
August 30, 2009
To the family of Spc. Matthew E. Schneider:
Matthew gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
July 20, 2009
rest in peace
In Memory of Matthew~ (Debra Estep)
August 28, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Matthew, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
June 1, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Schneider!
10.1.2006
Dana Svecova
March 23, 2008
i ve met Matthew in september 2005 in germany and he toucht my heart straight again.we had some great time together and i ve felt in love with him...he left to iraq and took me in his heart with him...i miss him a lot and think of him all the time..Matt u know i ve loved u and allways will...
Manuel Sanchez
January 8, 2008
It is sad to remember SPC Schneider. We were stationed in Wiesbaden a while ago. I met Mat on his first weekend in Germany and he seemed like a good person. After knowing him more and more, he became a good friend. He was always willing to help. He loved to play video games a lot, we used to compete playing halo in his room. I remember one time he wanted to get an xbox and we drove all over Germany to get it. We got lost but hey it was an adventure and yes he got the xbox. We sure had fun in Germany. I will always remember good old Schneider as I used to call him. God bless you bro
August 16, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 31, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Schneider and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Glen
February 4, 2007
Americans will NEVER forget the service or sacrifice made by your beloved Soldier.
Respectfully - Glen Nevogt
“Soldier”
Written to Honor the Service of Our Fallen Soldiers
Soldiers write history, we pay the price
Many miles distant, you live the life
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We hope and pray that all will find peace
In God, in the flag, in memories of valor
Gone now, our pride and courage you see
“An Army of One” our motto forever
Willing to risk all for love of our Brothers
We’re still Your Soldiers…and we showed the way
Our Lives too short, now pray for the others
Lived free died Heroes in lands far away
Deep within souls all cherished our Service
We’ll always have what some never know
Courage and Honor, our names forever
Lived life with purpose…just our time to go
We march in the Heavens with Honor and Glory
Missions accomplished we fought the Good Fight
Many years from now…we’ll tell the full story
Until that Day we will live in the Light
Our lives we laid down in a land far away
Still watching o’er you this night and by day
No need to talk…just know we are with you
There in your hearts and we hear what you pray
Yes we are your soldiers
Our lives we laid down
Still We guard o’er you
Still Duty bound
Entered the Battle of our own free will
Out of Duty for Country, and we’d do it still
We’ll always have what some never know
Lived life with purpose…it was our time to go
sheila
January 1, 2007
Matthew is so missed and was so loved. The website your dad set up is really quite a tribute to you. I am so sorry for your loss and wish there was a way for all of us to show our gratitude and sympathy. If nothing more, please find some comfort in knowing how much you have touched us. You will not be forgotten.
Matthew, rest in peace.
Gary Allain
November 22, 2006
Spc. Matthew E. Schneider
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.
Bill Kendall
September 16, 2006
So sad. Some of us are lucky enough to make it back. For those that don't, we'll always remember them and be there to make their loved ones smile when ready.
ROBYN GARSIDE
September 14, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR YOUR GREAT LOSS. KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON FOR YOU. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
September 13, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Schneider family in the loss of Matthew. I did not know Matthew, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Matthew you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten. I live close to ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY and I visit there two or three times a week. I attended Matthew's service at ANC. Each time I am at ANC I promise that I will stop by and visit/honor Matthew.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Lee Sirotnak
September 8, 2006
As we offer prayers for your family in this time of sorrow, we will also offer prayers of thankfulness for the work and sacrifice of your loved one, Matthew. God Bless your family, may you find joy in your memories of him, and peace and comfort in knowing that there are many military families keeping you in our hearts.
Kelly Luisi
September 5, 2006
To the Family and Friends of Spc. Matthew E. Schneider - My heartfelt condolences go to you for the sacrifice you have made. I understand your pain firsthand, as I have recently lost my brother, Sgt. Kyle A. Colnot on 4/22/06 while serving in Iraq.
It breaks my heart to see another fallen soldier, that gave so selflessly for his country and the freedom of others. Please remember in the days ahead, that you are not alone in this. Carry the memory of Matthew in your heart - for he will live with you forever.
Although, I did not personally know Matthew - I know it takes a rare man that would lay his life down for the people of his country! We as a nation shall NEVER FORGET his bravery, courage and selflessness!
If there is anything that I can do for you or you need a person to talk to that has really been there, please do not hesitate to contact me. God Bless you - you are in our prayers!
Pat L
September 3, 2006
Schneider Family & Loved Ones: I am so very sorry about the loss of your precious loved one & one of America's finest. Americans are grieving with you. I pray that you will be comforted by the God of Comfort & that you will be strengthened day by day. I am so very thankful for Matthew's courage & valor in all the good he accomplished. He is a true hero.
God bless you all. Sincerely,
Alice Dame
September 1, 2006
Dear Family of Spc. Matthew E. Schneider,
May the love of God give you peace,
May the love of friend’s give you comfort,
May the love of your dear one,
Remain in your heart and give you,
Strength through the difficult days ahead.
My thoughts and prayers are with you,
PFC. US MARINES-1959-1961
Andrea Brochu-Gagne
September 1, 2006
My deepest sympathy for the loss of Matt. We were good friends in high school, but as with life we lost contact. I am beyond words for how sad this is. Matt was a wonderful person who I am glad I was able to know and be friends with.
John Arsenault
September 1, 2006
My condolences to the family and friends of Matthew Schneider. May your memories offer you comfort during these times. God’s Blessings to you…
September 1, 2006
To the Family of Spc. Matthew E. Schneider:
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courgeous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life. We lost a son 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday.
I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with. I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally, but none of these courageous men and women will be forgotten. They will never be able to be replaced, but sometime, someday your loving memories will help to sustain you. This courageous soldier will forever now be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well. To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is those wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero. God Bless this courageous soldier and family.
Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)
[email protected]
(Millersville, PA )
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
September 1, 2006
Rest in peace at your last post in heaven above.
Bruce and Karen Thurston
August 31, 2006
If he can stand in battle to ensure our freedom,
We can stand in grief with his family to honor him……
In Remembrance of Spc. Matthew E. Schneider,
To the Schneider Family, our sincerest and heartfelt condolences are extended to you for the loss you have endured. We pray that in time grief will turn to pride and the pain of loss will be replaced with peace in knowing your loved one is in the hands of the Lord.
For every fallen hero, there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us that freedom is a cherished gift and it is not without sacrifice.
May you take comfort in knowing that many families across this great nation grieve with you in your time of sadness.
Our prayers are with you for peace and healing.
Sincerely,
Blue Star Mothers of New Hampshire
Garnet Jenkins
August 31, 2006
My Deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of Spc. Matthew E. Schneider.
The price this young soldier and his family have paid for this country and our freedom, WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
There is so much thanks to be given, for these young heroes, for their Courage, Service and Dedication.
May he rest safely in God's Mighty Hands and may God's Loving Comfort and Grace be with the Schneider family.
I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.
"I will lift up my eyes to the hills-
from whence comes my help?
My help comes from the Lord,
Who made heaven and earth."
Psalm 121:1-2
With each new day, may the Lord restore your soul and, through His love, give you the strength to go on.
Softly and slowly...
Time heals...
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