1985
2017
Matthew B. Matt' Braaten September 9, 1985 - September 20, 2017 Ramona Matthew B. Braaten, 32, passed away unexpectedly on September 20, 2017. He was born in Tucson, AZ at DMAF on September 9, 1985. Matt moved to California in 1987. He grew up in Ramona, where he enjoyed karate, BMX, terrorizing his sister, and keeping his mom on her toes. As a young adult he devoted time to pursuing a career as an electrician and raising his son, Dannen. Matt could always be counted on to man the BBQ at the family get-togethers and enjoyed hiking, being in contact with nature and its surroundings.In 2016, Matt and his fiance Samantha bought their first home in Elfrida, AZ, and Matt pursued his dream of having his own business. Matt was predeceased by his cousins, Rachel and Jesse Petersen; grandparents, Mavis Braaten, Howard and Elizabeth Crawford, all from Sioux City, IA. He is survived by his mother, Jo Petersen; "Pops" Willy Wilson; stepdad, Ernie Hernandez; father, Marlo Braaten; sister, Tawnya Torres; son, Dannen Braaten; fiance, Samantha Moon; their three daughters, Aubrey, Lacey, and Kailey; nephews, Ryan and Tucker; nieces, Kendra, Jordan, Abigail and Kirra. A celebration of Matthew's life will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2017, at 1:00 PM, at Dos Picos Park, Ramona, CA. Matt's family asks in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his memory be made to The Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation, 1375 St. Anthony Ave., Suite 200, St. Paul, MN 55104. Hatfield Funeral Home, Sierra Vista is entrusted with the arrangements. Please sign the guest book online at legacy.com/obituaries/ ramonasentinel .
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God will be with the family during this difficult time.
October 12, 2017
To the family and friends of Mr.Matthew B. Braaten, you have my deepest sympathy. Death is hard, so know that you can trust in God in times like these. I've found this verse to be of comfort at Psalms the 62nd chapter the 8th verse.
M. S.
October 3, 2017
With deepest sympathy, may the power of prayer ease your sorrow, give you peace and provide much comfort for you during this difficult time. Matthew 21:22
October 3, 2017
So sorry for your loss. When someone you love becomes a memory the memory become a treasure so treasure the memory
Matt 5:4,5
California~
October 3, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort give you peace and the strength to endure during this difficult time. Isaiah 30:18
Allison
October 1, 2017
Im so sorry to hear we lost a really good soul. My love and prayers to all friends and most of all family. Matt we will always remember your smile . RIP you will be missed.
Brianne Waligursky
September 29, 2017
A wonderful person lost to soon. My heartfelt condolences to his entire family and extended family. You are loved by so many more then you knew you were. R.I.P. Matthew. You will always be loved and missed by so many.
Tammy Steen
September 22, 2017
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