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Jamie Remillard
February 5, 2025
Forever Free Rip bro
Jamie Remillard
February 5, 2024
Rest easy Matt
Mike
October 15, 2022
I have never missed a day since losing you that I haven´t had a thought or memory of how much you meant to me my only true friend in life. I don´t think I will ever not feel that way and I´m surely not going to ever have someone like you in my life I honestly realize at this point. I am just so grateful that I had your presence for as long or little as I did to impact me for my entire life. The man I will always try to live up to as my hero and friend love you now more than ever Matt.
Melissa Joslyn
February 22, 2015
Its been a very hard and trying year. Seems like just yesterday that our lives were changed forever. There's not a moment that you are not thought of. I go to bed thinking of you, I wake up thinking of you. We miss you Matt...I miss my brother.
Mom
April 20, 2014
Remembering the Easter's we've shared and missing you so much.
March 14, 2014
"Matt Gorka Strong" .....forever!
Our hearts will never heal. We love you Matthew Scott. You were the "BEST" Brother/Uncle a family could ever ask for! Love, Tim Mel Mikayla and Alex
Jamie G.
March 10, 2014
“Unable are the loved to die. For love is immortality.” – Emily Dickinson
My sincere condolences to all of Matt's family
Mike Ford
March 7, 2014
Still trying to make sense of this. Guess we never will. Think of you everyday and miss you more everyday. We will watch you go on thru Matty. Blessed to know you.
March 7, 2014
God bless you Matt. He blessed me with your presence for 31 years. My life will never be the same but you will always be in my heart and in every breath I take. I will always love you my favorite son. Forever your mom.
Sally Matteson
February 26, 2014
Dear Rick,
I am so sorry to hear of Matt's passing and am sorry that I am not there to speak to you in person. I remember Matt from years ago and know how much his loss must weigh on you and your family. My deepest, deepest sympathies.
February 18, 2014
Dear Linda and Family, We are so very sorry to hear of you Son's passing...May the Lord hold him gently in His arms. God Bless you and your loved ones. Paul S. and Diane P.
Carol Dugan Hebert
February 14, 2014
Linda and family,
I am so sorry to learn of Matthew's passing and pray that our Lord keeps you all close in the palm of His hand during this sad time. Linda, I always remember the special care you gave my beloved Frank at the VA over the years. May God bless you now in your time of need.
Beverly & David Martel
February 14, 2014
May God give the families the strength to walk this path in their future! God be with U all! God bless!
February 13, 2014
Linda, So so sorry for your loss I am devestaded by this I just found out. If I had know I would have been there for U. If I can do anything 4 u you please let mw know. As U would say ever near IN THOUGHT NEVER FAR FROM LOVE MAY YOUR HEAT HEAL AND HIS SOUL ALWAYS BE WITH YOU lOVE RHONDA
February 13, 2014
Rick- So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Ed Coleman
Elle McGill
February 13, 2014
There are just no words. Not my Matty G
Keith Portee
February 13, 2014
Linda and family, my heartfelt sympathy for you and your family
Melissa Marotta
February 13, 2014
My Thoughts And Prayers Are With The Gorka Family During This Tough Time. Rest In peace Matt.
Tanya Brown
February 13, 2014
God Bless
Elaine Proper
February 12, 2014
Linda so sorry to read about your son. You are in my thoughts and prayers.. We worked together at Albany VA for along time Elaine Kurutz now Elaine Proper FtMyers Florida Would enjoy hearing from you GOD BLESS!
richard salisbury
February 12, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 12, 2014
Rick,
I'm so sorry to hear about your son. Even though we haven't seen each other in a very long time, my thoughts are with you.
Nancy Grasso Peck
Ann DiStefano
February 12, 2014
Rick & family: Although I haven't seen Matt since he was a baby, I see he has grown into a handsome young man. May you cherish the memories and find the strength to get thru this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Danielle & Melissa and the rest of the Gorka family.
Andrew and Kristen Bryk
February 12, 2014
Melissa, Tim and family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Robin Raco
February 12, 2014
Linda and Family,
Sending our prayers from all those who shared your life.
February 12, 2014
Dear Rick, I am so sorry for the loss of your son, Matt. I just read about him and was so impressed by his accomplishments and love for life. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Fran
Jamie Remillard
February 12, 2014
I just saw you Xmas Eve. You were so excited about doing well in school and to spend the holiday with your loved ones. It's hard to belive your gone. My heart goes out to your family.Rest in peace Matty. Sincerely your friend and neighbor .
Jamie Harrigan
February 12, 2014
Melissa and the entire Joslyn and Gorka Families...
Please accept my most sincere heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your brother, son, father. Though there are no words that can adequately be expressed to help heal your pain, may God watch over each of you and provide you all with the strength to meet the challenges of this very difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Tammy Forster
February 12, 2014
Linda and family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
February 11, 2014
Linda I was shocked at this news Please know you are in my prayers. You and I worked together at Albany VA for a long time. Elaine Kurutz now ElaineProper living in FtMyers Florida.Would love to hear from you. 15 Punta Court FtMyers Fl 33912 or e-mail. GOD BLESS
February 11, 2014
Dear Linda and family
There are no words to convey the sympathy of loss we feel for you and your family. We pray that your precious
memories, your faith , and the love of family and friends will somehow ease the pain of such an incredible loss...
We hold your family in our thoughts and pray for you all.
Much love
Sandi and Frank McCarron
Jennifer Humphrey
February 11, 2014
Danielle and family, such a heavy heart for you all right now. God bless you all during this most troubling time.
February 11, 2014
Linda, Rick and families,
We watched Matt grow up and we're sorry he was taken so soon.
He had a captivating, impish smile and one of my fondest memories of him when he was little is reaching his hand through the fence many times to pick one of my tomatoes to give to you. He never saw me but I chuckled along with him.
He was a great friend to Ricky and spent many hours here.
Our prayers for strength and comfort are with you.
Joan and the Slish and Koniszewski kids.
February 11, 2014
Linda, Sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers,
Ginny D
Lois Malatino
February 11, 2014
Melissa & family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
David Day
February 11, 2014
Man its been years since I last saw you, and even longer since we were close friends. Regardless of all that its pretty hard for me to wrap my head around the fact that your gone. I could go on for days telling the stories from our mischievous childhood together! You will live on in those stories. Rest in peace my friend!!
Jeff
February 11, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. I met Matt at SUNYIT and he was such a nice guy, a friendly spirit, and such a pleasure to be around. He will be missed.
Tammy Snyders Restaurant
February 11, 2014
Rick so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Cheryl Dougherty-pecore
February 11, 2014
My thoughts and prayers to your entire family, to lose a child and who lost their father. Gorka was a great person, the heavens are blessed to have him, he will be missed.
Dana Cunniff
February 11, 2014
Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. May you find peace and a warm heart in his memory. God bless
February 11, 2014
Melissa and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Conor, Margaret, Shane and Ben Fitzgerald
JoAnn Finn
February 11, 2014
Dear Linda, I am so very sorry for your loss. I know what a terrible time this is for all if you. You are in my prayers.
Aimee Marie Amyot-Palin
February 11, 2014
Melissa, Tim, Danielle, KC, Matthew and family,
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow
I am so sorry for your loss.
February 11, 2014
Linda I am so sorry for your loss.
Teresa Capovani(we worked together at the VA many years ago)
February 11, 2014
Rick, you know how we feel. Words cannot ease your pain. We loved him and he was a fine young man. Such a shock. We are here for you. Linda and Jim shanley
Butch and Marsha Hardy
February 11, 2014
Rick and Family,
We understand what this untimely event means to all of you. Be strong and never forget the good memories of Matt
in life.
Deborah VonFricken(Franchini)
February 11, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you. So very sorry for your loss. <3
Ronald Brooks
February 11, 2014
my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
sherrie torres
February 11, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. Yr family will be in my prayers
Shannon Gorman
February 11, 2014
My sincerest simpathies. My heart is so heavy for Linda and his family. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone. I remember Matthew when he was very young and as a teenager. He always made me laugh. hE IS NOW EVERYONES VERY PRECIOUS AND SPECIAL ANGEL. Linda I send you my hugs, thoughts and prayers. Feel free to call if you need anything at all day or night. peace and god bless. 518-859-5067.
Anne Ryan
February 11, 2014
My heartfelt love,sympathies and prayers to you all. There are no answers and I pray for peace in your hearts at such a difficult time. God bless you Gorka's and Joslyns.
Edd (Keebler Man) Ziolkowski
February 11, 2014
rick sorry for your loss words can't express the heartache just believe there is a reason. are prayers are with you and your family
Melissa OClair
February 11, 2014
I am so sorry for the loss of such a great man, friend and father.
Laura Shields
February 11, 2014
We are so sorry. The closeness you had with Matt was a gift. We can't imagine what you are feeling now, but please know we are there for you. Love, Laura, Chris and Jennifer
Deanna Howansky Russo
February 11, 2014
Our thoughts go out to you all at this very difficult time.
Wendy
February 11, 2014
Rick, aka Joey so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. He does have your smile!
Donna & Ken Snay
February 11, 2014
Rick and family,
So sorry to hear of this unbelievable loss. May the fond memories keep you strong....
Jennifer Styno
February 11, 2014
I'm so unbelievably sorry for your loss. Matthew was a great guy and he will be missed.
Sending Prayers to the families. R.I.P
Barbara Casey
February 11, 2014
Linda,
I am so very sorry for your loss of Matt. There are no words that can be said. I pray that you and your family can find comfort in the memories and love you all share of your wonderful son Matt.
Love,
Barbara Casey
February 11, 2014
Rick, I am so sorry for your loss. I can't begin to imagine how difficult this is for you to live with. Life isn't fair and this is its worst example. My thoughts are with you.
Steve Springer
February 11, 2014
Linda & all the family, my deepest sympathy at this time. Matt's spirit will be missed by so many bill gorman
Korey, Christina, Morgan, Kendal Wright
February 11, 2014
To the Gorka & Joslyn Family...we are very sorry for your loss of a wonderful person. There are no words we can say to take away your pain and suffering, but please know we are here for all of you, and if you need anything, please let us know.
Mike & Donna Linneman
February 11, 2014
Rick, our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.
Colleen & Art Tyll
February 11, 2014
Rick,
So, so sorry for this sudden loss of your son. We are thinking of you.
Art & Colleen Tyll
Joe & christine Pollock
February 11, 2014
Rick, We are truly sorry for your loss. He has your smile, and you have your friends to lean on.
February 11, 2014
Rick~ Wayne and I are heartbroken for you and your entire family. Our deepest sympathies and love.
Deb and Wayne T.
Marissa Hebert (Palermo)
February 11, 2014
Matt was a friend in my high school days and I have a lot of great memories of him! My heart goes out to his family and friends! May he Rest in Peace!
Paula Donlon
February 11, 2014
We share your unbearable grief and sadness today. Matt was a wonderful and inspiring person. Always full of energy and love. We are thankful for knowing him. We will never forget our vacation to OIB with Matt and your family! His humor was unbeatable and he kept us all laughing! Love and Peace to you all -We love you! Mike, Paula, Jordan and Josh Donlon
Tammy & Keith Neaton
February 11, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you always..we love you and we are here for you
Beth Kissel
February 11, 2014
Linda,
I can't begin to express my sorrow at the loss of your dear boy. I remember when the boys were young and oh so fearless. My thoughts are with you and your family.
February 11, 2014
rick---so sorry to hear of matts passing--he was a good kid--our deepest sympathy to you and your family--angelo and carol
Stacy Weik
February 11, 2014
Melissa Joslyn and all of Matt's loving family and friends,
My love and prayers go out to you all. Heaven did INDEED get much brighter.
Love you all,
Stacy & Dan Weik
Kelly Haley
February 11, 2014
Danielle,
There are no words that can comfort you and your family right now, you are in my thoughts.?
Tina BRIERLEY
February 11, 2014
Sometimes words are never enough to express how we feel, just know in your hearts he was loved! My heart goes out to you all! My thoughts and prayers to his family. Love you, Tina , Donnie and CJ xoxo
Sue and Ed Campbell
February 11, 2014
Linda, Don and Family: Our deepest sympathy to all of you during this most difficult of times. Matt was surely a light in your lives and a blessing to his family. May he be with God and may God be with each of you. We are here for you and ready to serve in any capacity. God Bless you all.
February 11, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to the Gorka and Joslyn families. Love - The Garber's
Mary Mokay-Severance
February 11, 2014
Linda, Rick and Family,
I am so sadden to hear of your son's passing. It is so difficult to outlive a child but for some reason, God elected to have him as one of his chosen few. His memory will always remain in your heart and he will be there to watch over everyone. May God be with you all at this difficult time.
Wendy Vienneau
February 11, 2014
Danielle and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. May knowing he's up there with many angels ease your pain if just a little.
John Keyser
February 11, 2014
My deepest sympathies to the Gorka family for this sudden and tragic loss.
Sue
February 11, 2014
Linda, words can never express the sorrow that I feel for you. I pray and ask God and His most precious Mother to be with you at this time. My love, thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
February 11, 2014
Melissa, Tim, Mikayla, Alex, Danielle, Cass and the rest of your wonderful family. I thank you for introducing our family to this incredibly kind, special and funny man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all...always.
The Curley Family
Patricia Sanford
February 11, 2014
Matt was a friend of my son, Ron Mazzacco. I met him when he was at my house with Ron. Very nice young man. Ron only had the best things to say about him. They always had conversations on the phone, several when Ron was visiting me. He worked with Ron on several of his jobs. My hopes and prayers go out to his family, and especially his sons. May he rest in peace.
George & Lois Isabelle
February 11, 2014
May Our Lord - Jesus Christ - Bless & Keep You By His Side Forever
Karen & Cliff Tironi
February 11, 2014
Rick, may the love of your family and friends help you through this unbelievably sad time.
Fran and Dave Peters
February 11, 2014
My Dearest Friend Linda,
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your beloved Matt. There are simply no words to express what we are feeling in our hearts.
Please know that you are not alone. Many people love you. Please lean on us. We are here for you.
Hazel Howansky
February 11, 2014
My prayers and thoughts go out to the entire Gorka family.
Anita Marie Rutz
February 11, 2014
Melissa and Family, all my thoughts and prayers are with you all. While our world just got a bit darker, Heaven just got a whole lot brighter. All my love, Anita Marie
February 11, 2014
Our deepest sympathies for his family and friends; especially his Dad and Mom.
Jay and Kerri
Robin Roy
February 11, 2014
We had some awesome times growing up you will never be forgotten matt....always in our hearts.....xoxoxo
Nancy Glodich
February 11, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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