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February 25, 2018
I just saw your story on Sunday Morning - I am so very sorry for the death of your son. I know sharing his story will help other families dealing with the epidemic of opioid abuse. I understand your grief. I hope good memories embrace you and warm your hearts on this journey that requires your courage and strength. McCain Hoffman, Louisiana
Jill Baldwin
July 17, 2013
Ellen and Paul...I'm sitting here thinking of Matt today. He is in my thoughts quite often. I am so very blessed to have gotten to know Matt. And, even more blessed to have met you both. What you do is incredible and keeps Matt's memory living on. My support to the two of you and Myles will be never ending. Lots of love!!! Jill Baldwin
Barbara Kneeland
May 14, 2013
Dear Ellen, Paul & Myles,
A year has passed and we wanted to let you know that Matt will continue to stay in our daily thoughts & prayers, as are all of you. Talking with you over this past year about what you and Paul have given back to honor Matt takes such strength that only a parent has. What a remarkable family Matt had/has as he is watching over you from heaven.
with love & prayers,
Barbara, Michael
Charles and Drew
Andy & Sue Farley
June 13, 2012
Ellen & Paul , your whole family is in our prayers. Our heart goes out to everyone in the Schoonover-Pryor family
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May 30, 2012
Ellen,Paul & myles
praying for all of you,GOD will take care of you.Will be praying daily for you.
Betty Burden
Teri Decker
May 30, 2012
Ellen & Paul, Our deepest sympathy is with you and your family. I cannot begin to imagine what your are facing, but I know that as parents we must remain strong and beleive in the plan that God has for us. Matt will always hold a special place in our hearts and we fondly remember the joy and charisma that followed Matt. We watched Matt grow into a strong young man through the years he and Kevin played soccer together. We will keep you and yours in our thoughts and prayers, Teri and Tom Decker
May 30, 2012
Ellen & Paul,
I was deeply saddened to hear about the loss of your son Matt. I know what a wonderful young man he was! We are praying for you and all of your family. May GOD give you strength and hold you in his arms at this difficult time.
In Christ's Love,
Kristy & Bill Beyer
Chris Workman
May 25, 2012
Dear Schoonovers and Pryors - I am thinking of you all and am so sorry for your loss. Love, your friend, Chris Workman
Tom and Pam Workman
May 25, 2012
Dear Ellen and Paul, Jane and Buddy,
We are thinking of you with lots and lots of love and prayer. We are heartbroken by your loss. You are all so special to us.
May 20, 2012
Ellen......my deepest sympathies are with you and your family at this time. You are in my heart and my prayers.
Rochelle Rosen
Jeff and Isabel Bringardner
May 18, 2012
Dear Paul and Ellen,
We were deeply saddened to hear about your loss. Please know that our continuous thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of need.
May 17, 2012
Dear Ellen, Paul and Myles,
We are deeply saddened by your loss and pray that the Lord will give you comfort. Mike and Terri Stevens
May 16, 2012
Dear Paul , Ellen and Myles
Please know that I can not stop praying for your hearts which have been shattered by Matt's death. Our family will continue to pray for you. Our daughter Sarah was in Matt's class at WCMS and he played baseball with our son Jonathan. Matt was a great baseball player and had a wonderful smile...Love and prayers Roger, Suzie Lind
May 16, 2012
Dear Paul, Ellen, and Myles... Sue and I grieve along side you. Although this brings a time of unimaginable sadness, we share our gratitude for knowing the Schoonover family. Our prayers will continue for your loss. dave and sue buchan
Jeanne and Larry Griffin (Austin Griffin's parents)
May 16, 2012
To the Schoonover family: We are deeply saddened to hear of Matt's passing. He was a terrific boy when we knew him as a middle schooler, and we're sure he grew to be a wonderful young man who will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and sincere prayers that God will bring you comfort and solace (as only He can do) are with you at this most difficult time.
May 15, 2012
Dear Paul,Ellen and Myles. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you at this time of grief and sorrow. Matt was blessed to have been so loved by you. Take comfort in looking forward to that glorious day when you will be together again. God will comfort you!
The Inscho Family
Wayne and Ann Baker
May 15, 2012
Dear Buddy & Jane, Paul, Ellen and Myles,
There is no pain deeper or harder to bear than that of losing a beloved child. Our family is praying God's grace, love and mercy envelope your family as you grieve for Matt. We will always remember Matt's tender heart and big smile.
Dwayne Smith
May 15, 2012
My boys were recalling the fun times they had when Matt came over to help babysit them. What a tender heart. We love you guys, and are praying for a peace that surpasses all understanding. -Dwayne, Jill, and the boys.
Christy Liedtke
May 15, 2012
Ellen and Paul,
I cannot even begin to imagine what you are going through as you deal with the loss of your son. To say it is "wrong" that any parent should have to go through this is an understatement! I am thankful that Matt is resting in the loving arms of our amazing Saviour and his struggles have come to an end! MATT IS PARTYING WITH JESUS! AMAZING THOUGHT!!! Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers everyday! May you feel the grace and peace of God as you move through this journey that He has placed before you knowing that HE will walk beside you every step of the way!
May 15, 2012
My sympathy and prayers go out to your immediate family and to grandparents Jane and Buddy Pryor. May God hold you close during this sorrow-filled time.
Loretto Stevens
(Mrs. George L. Stevens)
May 15, 2012
Dear Ellen, Paul and Myles, our hearts are indeed breaking for you right now and words seem empty.
Please, please remember, no matter how hard, that your God loves you. He loves Matthew. And he weeps now too.
With deepest sympathy and sorrow, Chris, Phil & Sam Johnson
Donna
May 15, 2012
So terribly sorry for the loss of your son.
May 15, 2012
Dear Ellen and Paul and Myles, may the Lord pour out His tender comfort at this time. I am so sorry for this loss. Matt was precious. I look forward to spending eternity with him being there too! Love, Vicky Zanon
May 15, 2012
Dear Ellen, Paul and Myles,
Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this heartbreaking time.
Dianne and Jon Arenstein
Jan kobus
May 15, 2012
We are praying for your family.
Donna (Bryan's mom)
May 15, 2012
It is with a heavy heart I sympathize with your loss. Remember always you were there for him and did all you could. Heaven is where he'll be safe forever. Remember the good times and bask in the memories.
Candy Phillips
May 15, 2012
Mr and Mrs Schoonover,
I had the honor of meeting and working with Matt at Metro. He was an awesome person with a heart of gold. He will be missed.
My prayers go out to your family.
Sharleen Stanley
May 15, 2012
Ellen, Paul, and Miles,
I was deeply saddened to hear about Matt. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that you will feel the loving arms of Christ around you during this most difficult time, to help hold you up and give you strength.
Lisa Nash
May 15, 2012
Dear Ellen, Paul and Myles,
We were so saddened to hear of Matt's home going and we hold your family in our thoughts and prayers. We do not always understand God's timing and purpose, but we trust his loving hand in all things. Matt was special and we are grieving with you. Love, Greg and Lisa Nash (Jim and Ann's kids)
The Jimenez Family
May 15, 2012
Ellen,Paul and Myles:
May God be with you through this difficult time and bring peace to your hearts.
Prayers and Love,
The Jimenez Family
May 15, 2012
Ellen, You are in my thoughts and prayers. God will grant you strength to get through this today, and all the years to come. Bless you and your family.
Julie Francisco-Morris
Chuck and Linda Lawson
May 15, 2012
We are upholding you daily in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve Hinshaw
May 15, 2012
Ellen, Paul, and Myles--
We are with you in spirit over the heartbreaking passing of Matt and wish that we could be there in person with you and everyone else Tuesday and Wednesday. All his family and friends miss him more than anyone can say. We love you and wish you peace in this most trying of times.
Love, Steve, Kelly, Jeffrey, and Evan
May 15, 2012
Dear Ellen and family, we believe Matthew is in a better place of perfect peace and love with our Lord Jesus Christ. May Gods Grace and Holy Spirit carry you through until you see him again in Heaven. We love you, The Cartwright Family Liz, Steve, Missey, Cece, and Alex.
cory schubert
May 14, 2012
I hung out with matt 24 hours a day for 2 weeks at the woods at parkside and i laughed every minute i was with him. Just literally lightend the mood and was a great kid. Broke my heart to hear i wouldnt get a chance to see him crush a golf ball but i can only imagine. You will be missed matt. Love you and god bless bro.
Gayle & Bruce Sinclair
May 14, 2012
Oh Ellen, I cannot imagine your pain. I am so sorry for your loss. Along with many others in the body of Christ we add our prayers for you. God will comfort you in the months and years ahead, please receive it.
Peter and Lynn King
May 14, 2012
Words cannot express our sadness of Matt's leaving just as they cannot express the joy that he gave us. Thank you for sharing your son with us. Our lives have been and will be forever changed because of "Schoon" being in them.
May 14, 2012
Paul and Ellen, please know that we are thinking and praying for both of you.
John & Laura Postlewaite
Patty, Karl and Alex Myer
May 14, 2012
Ellen, Paul and Myles,
Matt had such a kind and big heart when he listened and supported Alex after I was diagnosed with cancer. Our prayers are with you. "No mere man has ever seen, heard or even imagined what wonderful things God has ready for those who love the Lord". 1 Cor 2:9
May 14, 2012
Paul, Ellen, and family,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. We know what joy the boys have brought you over the last 21 years. Smile because that happened.
Duff & Paula
Tom Ensign
May 14, 2012
Paul and Ellen, Tracy and I cannot imagine your loss. It has been far too long since we have spoken. Please know you are in our prayers. I pray that God brings you peace at some point.
Tom and Tracy Ensign
Greg and Vickie Nicholas
May 14, 2012
May our Lord bring peace and comfort as only He can in this most difficult time.
With our deepest sympathy and continued prayers, The Nicholas Family.
Tracey Ward
May 14, 2012
Ellen,
I remember your boys fondly... I will be praying for you and your family.
May 14, 2012
Schoonovers--so very sorry for your loss--praying for you in this impossible time. Love you lots In Christ
Greg & Jibs Oefinger
May 14, 2012
Paul and Ellen, and family and friends of Matt. We have no words, just deep sorrow for you. May the peace that passes understanding overwhelm you during this difficult time. Dale, Christine & Brady Robinson
Marilyn Miller
May 14, 2012
Ellen,
Our prayers are with you and all your family. I pray for your peace and I too will never forget the joy Matt brought to a room - even as young as grade school when I first met him. We are praying for you and your family as every day goes by.
Dottie Byers
May 14, 2012
Ellen, I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine the pain and grief that you and your family are experiencing. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. Blessings, Dottie Byers (IPR)
Amy Montoney
May 14, 2012
Ellen, I was so heartbroken to hear about Matt. I remember how we prayed for our boys in the early years of Worthington Christian. I am praying for you all now. I am so very sorry for your loss. Matt was a presence and a light in this world and will always be carried in the hearts of those who were fortunate enough to know him. May the presence of the Lord be so strong with you, Paul and Myles now and always. With Love,
Amy Montoney
May 14, 2012
Ellen, Paul, and family, there are no words that can express how sorry we are to hear of your loss. Only God can heal the pain you are feeling, and we are praying to Him to give you strength and courage. Sincerely, Mitchell and Lisa Gruesen
May 14, 2012
Ellen, Paul, Myles and family,
May you continue to trust and find comfort in the Lord as he makes no mistakes. Matthew's life is a blessing to those on earth and in heaven. I will keep you in my prayers always.
Cathy Cicalese from IPR
Otto Bosshard
May 14, 2012
Paul--very,very sorry to hear about Matt.
I'll try to remember to pray for you and your wife.
Jill Baldwin
May 14, 2012
I only knew Matt for a short time but I spent many hours with him over the past few weeks. I always called him my gentle giant, my big teddy bear. I cannot even begin to explain the loss that I, and so many others, feel. Matt always had that goofy smile on his face. Always up to something...so incredibly sorry for your loss. I pray he is at peace and heaven is lucky to have a man like Matt.
Marilyn Engelberg Thomason
May 14, 2012
Ellen and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your son's passing. May God hold you in His loving arms through this and bring you peace.
George Reiss
May 14, 2012
Dear Paul, Ellen, and Myles,
"No one else can know your sadness, and strangers cannot share your joy"
Proverbs 14:10
There are no words to express my sadness in your time of loss. May God give you strength and peace that surpasses all human comprehension in this most difficult valley.
May 14, 2012
Paul & Ellen, my church down here in Alabama and I are praying for you and your family. May you find your strength in the Lord for only He can sustain you and bring you a peace that passes all understanding. Love in Christ, Rachel Brinley (Jane's daughter)
Nell Nash (Andrew's G'Ma)
May 14, 2012
My tears, my heart, my sympathy and prayers are with you. As a Mother I cannot even imagine, but I do know that the Lord will give the strength and comfort that is needed.
May 14, 2012
Ellen, Paul, and Myles-
Our deepest sympathy. There are no words to express the loss of a child. God will give you the strength to go on during this difficult time.
Jeanne, Mike, Michael and Betsy Eckel
Julie Clements-Reagan
May 14, 2012
My heartfelt condolences on the loss of you child. Praying that you find some comfort surrounded by the love of family and friends.
Tom and Laurie Clements
May 14, 2012
Heaven has gained a wonderful baseball player with a heart of gold and a spirit to lead and comfort others. Our hearts will be with you for our lifetime and beyond.
Jenny Baron
May 14, 2012
My deepest sympathy to all of you during this time of healing. May you know God's presence, peace, hope and love available to you. Romans 15:13
dick kovalchik
May 14, 2012
Schoonover Family.sorry to hear of your loss,may God grant him eternal rest,Gods Blessings to all.
Robert Bringardner
May 14, 2012
Matt was a very close friend. I'm very glad to have met him and will miss him dearly. His great personality and huge smile will always keep me going in life. My thoughts and prayers go out to you Mr. And Mrs. Schoonover. I'm so very sorry for your loss of a great son and a great friend to all he met.
May 14, 2012
Ellen, Paul and Myles,
Our hearts are deeply grieving with and for you. Please take comfort knowing that we, along with countless others are praying for God's love and peace to surround you always.
"Trust in His unfailing love...Ps13:5"
The Polsdorfer Family
Wendy Weiler
May 14, 2012
Ellen, Paul and Myles,
Words cannot express the depth of my sympathy. May you feel the love and take comfort from those around you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fultz family
May 14, 2012
Matt truly was a Gift from God, he will truly be missed.Our prayers go out to you in this time of need.
Beverlee Sokol
May 13, 2012
Ellen, Paul and Myles,
My deepest sympathies on the tragedy in your family. My thoughts and prayers are with
You during this very sad time.
May 13, 2012
Paul , Ellen and Myles, You have our heartfelt sympathy. Matt was a precious hearted person to all who knew him. May our loving God give you peace and comfort.
The Rogge family
The Rochte Family
May 13, 2012
Remember: 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 40:31 We love you and are praying for God's strength and comfort during this sad time.
The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home
May 13, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Linda and Mike Stickney
May 13, 2012
Ellen, Paul and Family,
May love bring you comfort and time bring you peace. Thinking of you with heartfelt sympathy.
Cynthia Dilworth
May 13, 2012
Know words can express my deepest sympothy at this difficult time, my heart and prayers go out to his Mother, Father, and sibling...Matt was a very respectful yong man and gave us a smile to keep in our memories to last a lifetime he will be missed dearly...
The Hecker Family
May 13, 2012
We are praying for your family and are grieving along with you during this terrible time of loss. We remember Matt as being fun-loving and always smiling. He will be greatly missed. May the God of comfort give you peace.
Cynthia Dilworth
May 13, 2012
Know words can express my dearest sympothy to his Mother and Father and sibling at this difficult time, Matt was a very respectful young man to me and a smile he gave us to last a lifetime...Keeping the family in my heart and prayers always and forever...
May 13, 2012
Praying for you all. Trusting God to uphold you.
Much love, Tom and Cathy
Jean Glass
May 13, 2012
Amy, Paul and entire family our hearts & prayers go out to you at this time. We know all to well what you are going through. Love an Memories always...Jean & Keith Glass
Aaron and Chris Zistler
May 13, 2012
We are so very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul and Amy Sypek
May 13, 2012
We just wanted to let you know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this heartbreaking time. Nothing we say will ease your pain but just wanted you to know we are thinking of you. Love to you and your family!
Kent & Kim Doherty
May 12, 2012
Words can not express how sad we are to hear this news. We are heart broken that you are going through this. Matt was such a kindhearted young man. May God give you all the comfort and peace you need to sustain you now and forever.
Frank Edelinski
May 12, 2012
My heart felt prayers go out to the entire Schoonover family.
May 12, 2012
Our prayers go out to you. We love Matt with all our hearts- his sense of humor, charming smile and loving spirit. His sincere personality and heart was bigger than him.
He will never leave our hearts. Heaven is a cheerier place now that he is there.
Jim & Cheryl Frazier
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