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for Matthew Fields
Norva Cumberbatch
September 10, 2010
My deepest and profound sympathy to Matt's family and all his closest friends. His friends and co-workers here at NYCP will truly miss him and he will always be in our thoughts and prayers.It was a pleasure working with him.
Rebeen Pasha
September 6, 2010
My deepest condolences, and sorrow. Matt had such a great promise, and touched the lives of many. May he rest in peace, and he will be greatly missed.
Danielle Gorelick
September 4, 2010
Working with Matt the last 3 years in the Pediatric ICU made the bad days bearable. Whether he was squirting me with normal saline on the unit or helping me change a 200 lb patient, he would always find a way to make me laugh. I wish he could have known the huge impact he made on his patient's lives. He is someone I will remember forever and he will be truly missed.
Kathi Petersen
September 4, 2010
To Matt's friends and family: I feel so lucky to have met Matt this summer in NYC. There I was, just a UNC mom among a crowd of UNC grads and friends, yet Matt took the time to have a meaningful conversation with me. I was so impressed with his plans for grad school and his thorough understanding of the healthcare system. It was exciting to me, having worked in the healthcare profession, to hear his enthusiasm, intelligence and commitment to making a difference in our broken system. This is a tragic loss on so many levels.
Most of all I am heartbroken for my daughter and all of your friends who loved you dearly, and enjoyed so many wonderful times together. Thank you for making their world brighter, and for making that one NYC evening so special -- and an even more cherished memory.
Trip to Philly
September 4, 2010
Honors Ceremony
Macallagh McEvoy
September 4, 2010
Camille Scronce
September 3, 2010
I knew Matt from nursing school. He was always so full of life and laughter. Matt was one of those rare stars that God blesses us with for a short while to show us his true beauty. When Matt smiled he definitely made life more beautiful. One of the best ways to touch another person is to make their soul smile and Matt did this everyday. I feel so privileged to have known him.
He will be missed and always in our hearts.
Ethan McCusker
September 3, 2010
My deepest sympathies to Matt's family, friends, and anyone else who experienced the gift of his wit, energy, and joy. May memories of Matt give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. You will be missed Matt.
Ali Junius
September 3, 2010
Matt was the one to constantly bring light and sunshine into our unit. His spirit and energy lift everyone at three am, when the night is dragging. I feel so blessed to have had him touch my life. My heart goes out to all those, like me, trying to make sense of this when we just can't. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Andrea Hergert
September 3, 2010
To Amy and the Fields Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. If you need anything, please call.
Andrea Hergert
September 3, 2010
Dearest Matt,
Your love for life, and laugh touched so many. Thank you for all the hugs, giggles, and encouragement through nursing school. May your family find peace today and the next.
Love,
Michelle Blau Raleigh, NC
Jonathan Avery
September 3, 2010
My deepest condolences to Matt's family. I am still so shocked, I don't even know what to say. Matt was so full of life and such an amazing guy. Matt, you will truly be missed!
September 2, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to the Fields family. May God pour out his peace and comfort abundantly. Love, Chris, Julia, and Sophia Holloman
September 2, 2010
I have such fond memories of Matthew in our church youth group.
Ellen Rea
September 2, 2010
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved son, Matt.
Helen Jackson Villarta
Rachel I. Pincince
Elizabeth Myers
September 2, 2010
Matt
You are an amazing person and irreplaceable! You will truly be missed.
Love and Miss you
Lifeguards Rope Challenge at UNC November 2005-Katie, Kurt, Dara, Susan, Jess, Liz, Reid, Jonathan, Matt, Lauren, Angela, and Ben
Elizabeth Myers
September 2, 2010
Nursing school "Gallon Challenge" March 2006-Katie, Liz, Mallory, Matt, Ian, Courtney, Lindsey
Elizabeth Myers
September 2, 2010
At a nursing school cocktail in December 2006-Courtney, Fleming, Matt, Bill, Liz, Bekah, Brandon and Morgan Norris
Elizabeth Myers
September 2, 2010
At a nursing school cocktail in April 2007-Liz, Matt, and Courtney
Elizabeth Myers
September 2, 2010
At a nursing school cocktail in April 2007-Mallory, Megan, Matt, Liz, and Katie
Elizabeth Myers
September 2, 2010
Bev Foster
September 2, 2010
Matt was a leader at the School of Nursing, competent and inspiring to others. His smile was warm and infectious; his energy for tackling difficult tasks an inspiration to others. What a loss to his family, friends and the profession. My thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.
Sean McKeithan
September 2, 2010
As almost everyone before has said, there was something infectious, contagious, warm and vital about Matt that can't quite be articulated. Everyone who has had the good fortune to spend time in his presence is in my thoughts in this unfair and difficult time.
Lauren Van Hoy Robertson
September 2, 2010
Matt was one of the most energetic and enthusiastic people I have ever known. I will always remember the time that we spent guarding together at UNC. It was one of the greatest summers I have ever had, and Matt's excitement and energy are what made it so memorable. Matt will be missed by all who knew him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time.
Jennifer Yancey
September 2, 2010
Matt could always bring a smile to my face--no matter what. It was a gift of his, to brighten up every single room he walked into, and every single life he walked into. He is dearly loved and will be dearly missed by so many.
All my love, thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.
Larry & Vicki Hall
September 2, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Matthew. We know that he will be missed by so many people who's lives he has toucheed in his life. We pray that you will feel God's loving arms around you, giving you strength during this difficult time in your lives. We will be praying for your family.
Reid MacHarg
September 2, 2010
One of my favorite things about Matt was that he was always himself. I wish I could tell him how much I respected him for this trait and how much I enjoyed his company. I've never laughed so hard than when Matt was around. The room brightened whenever he entered.
Alex Ferrando
September 2, 2010
I'm having difficulty attempting to describe Matt and why exactly I'll miss him so. That's because he was unique. Other entries have used "zest for life," "infectious," "energetic." Put most succinctly, he was special. I'll carry his memory with me for the rest of my life. The world truly isn't the same place without him.
To his family and friends, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jennifer Beasley
September 2, 2010
When someone you love dies, and you're not expecting it, you don't lose them all at once; you lose them in pieces over a long time and their scent fades from the pillows and even from the clothes in their closet and drawers. Gradually, you accumulate the parts of them that are gone. Just when the day comes, when there's a particular missing part that overwhelms you with the feelings that they're gone forever, there comes another day, and another specifically missing part.
Matt, you will be loved, thought about and missed forever by many.
Jess Guttenberg
September 2, 2010
Matt's favorite Tshirt said it all, "We find smiles." He had a way of brightening any day and smiles followed him everywhere. His family and friends are all better because of him- you're all in my thoughts.
New Years 2005 in Bahamas
Jess Guttenberg
September 2, 2010
John Blodgett
September 2, 2010
Matt had a zest for life and brought an amazing energy to everyone he touched. I am blessed to have known him and I pray for strength and comfort for his family as they deal with this tragic loss.
Sharita Gruberg
September 2, 2010
I will always remember Matt's incredible energy and infectious smile. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. He will be greatly missed.
Natalie Haire
September 2, 2010
I have so many great memories of Matthew. He always knew how to make you smile! I am so sorry to hear about your loss and my family is praying for yours! May God place his loving arms around each of you during this difficult time! I love you!
Carolina Homecoming 2008
Meg Petersen
September 2, 2010
Matt, Quinn, Eric and Meg, Spring 2005
Meg Petersen
September 2, 2010
After the Duke/UNC game Senior Year 2007.
Meg Petersen
September 2, 2010
Meg Petersen
September 2, 2010
Matt, my heart is broken. Not only for you and your family, but for all of us friends who are now left with just your memories. We got together last night and couldn't stop laughing thinking about some of the great times we had. Everyone is crushed, but we are so grateful that you were a part of our lives. What would we have done without our pretty bird? Our lives are forever changed.
To Matt's family, I have been so blessed to have Matt in my life through my time at Carolina and since we graduated. Matt has brought more laughs and smiles than you can even imagine. Some of my absolute favorite moments in life, the ones that I'll relive over and over in my mind, were with Matt. We are devastated over his loss and have you all in our thoughts.
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