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for Matthew Merritt
Jason
October 3, 2023
M, You were the best of us, you should have been the last. J
April 24, 2015
Ive been thinking about you lately for some reason. Anyway, I wish you were still around to see the family grow up and expand. Haven't played a game of chess in years. I think I'll wait until I play you again. Hope the view is good from up there.
Susan Krantz
October 20, 2012
I remember Matt for his constancy and his willingness to be a support for the youth group. Karin, I loved reading his story. Laura posted this website on FaceBook, so I had to see it for myself. Well done, Karin. And a life well lived, Matt!
Trish Biddix
October 20, 2012
Karin,
What a beautiful job you've done on this memorial page. Matt was loved by many, has been missed by many, and will continue to be missed by many. He truly was a positive force and an inspiration. Hopefully we have been able to memorialize a portion of his goodness through the creation of the Matt Merritt "Spirit of Volleyball" award. What a good and amazing man!
Jason Jarrett
January 3, 2011
I'm heartbroken! The only reason I stayed sane thru all my family issues and highschool was because of Matt. My prayers to you Karin and family.
Michael Kemp
September 29, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, I was one of his high school pals, he was a good friend. His passing came as a shock.
love you Matt.
John Diehl
October 17, 2009
Yes, I miss Matthew too, especially his laugh. His humor at work each day helped us all to do the job with a smile. But now Matthew is in Heaven smiling non-stop. "Peace be to you", the Merritt family.
October 10, 2009
Matt,
I couldn't have survived being a Scout leader without you, your sense of fairness even when times were rough, were an inspiration to all. You were an example to all that you met on how to "live" with cancer especially the youth at St. Paul's UMC. We miss you, Pete, Joann & Nicholas
Bob & Andrea Conklin
October 6, 2009
All our memories of Matt are good ones. He was the most selfless person we have ever known. Both of you are the best parents that MJ and Laura could have asked for and we hope that you all have found some comfort in the love of your friends and family. Mom & Dad
October 6, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Michael Lexes
October 4, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Stacey Ladd
October 15, 2008
Karin, Matt and Laura, We are sorry to hear that Matt passed away. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Stacey Ladd
Janice Hoover
Mid Conklin
Joanna Nelson
October 13, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
May God bless you and see you this troubled time.
Sherry Bullis
October 13, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love the Bullis Family
Bill Ogroski
October 11, 2008
Karin, MJ, Laura & Family,
I am so sorry to learn of Matt's passing. I had no idea he was fighting cancer. I only remember his warm greetings at church. I hope you are able to find comfort in the many wonderful memories you have to cherish, and knowing that Matt is now in a better place. Know that you are all in my prayers.
Blessings & Love,
Cadette Troop 216
October 10, 2008
Roses are red, and times are blue,
In the days ahead, we are with you.
For all you’ve done and said, for all you have and do,
Your pain you can shed, we will carry some too.
For your work through the years, thanks are not enough,
The sadness and the tears, we are family though it’s rough.
We want to share our love, in this time of sorrow,
To offer the hope and promise, of a brighter tomorrow.
Rachele
October 10, 2008
Karin, Laura, & Matt~I'm deeply sadden by your loss and my thoughts are with you and your family. If you ever need anything you know your girl scout family will always be here for you.
Rachele
Troop 1631
Brenda Rust
October 10, 2008
To the Merritt Family, I am so sorry for the loss of Matt. He was an absolute delight to take care of and to befriend. His sense of humor (dry as it was) will always be remembered and cherished. I am honored to have met him and his family. He will be missed.
Janice campos
October 10, 2008
Karen,
Please know that we do care about you and will pray for God to give you the strength, courage and widsom to keep on going for the sake of those who need you.
Dr. Rudy & Jan Campos
October 10, 2008
On behalf of the men and women of the 162FW/Security Forces Squadron, please accept our deepest sympathies. The thoughts of many are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.
MSgt Hector Lucero
162FW/Security Forces Sq.
Alfredo Nogales
October 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with all the Merrit family. I'll always remember Matt for his warm disposition and his great laugh.
"Nogi"
Melanie Howard
October 10, 2008
Karin, MJ and Laura, My heart aches for you and your loss. I am grateful that we knew Matt in our lifetime. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
The Hargrove Family Davis Monthan Girl Scouts
October 9, 2008
Our deepest sympathies. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brownie Troop 389
October 9, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. We're so sorry!
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