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Daniel Fillenwarth
May 5, 2022
I’ll be wearing Matt’s name on my chest as I run past the gold mile on the Indy 500 track this coming Saturday, May 7, 2022. I did not know Matt, but I have learned a little about him. I am forever grateful for our country’s servicemen and women. And regret the loss of Matt to his family and friends. Home of the free, because of the brave.
January 24, 2016
It's been many years, but I worked with Matt at the Vanderburgh County Sheriffs office. I worked in the office, and he was THE sweetest, dedicated deputy!! He took his job serious, and only wanted to perfect it. He was the epitome of a perfect officer and human being! I think of him often!!
Though, it was a short time I worked with him, he made such an impression on me and made me want to be a better person!!
Peggy Childers
October 11, 2011
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Matthew A. Kimmell:
Please accept my remembrance of Matthew on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
October 11, 2010
To the family and friends of Staff Sgt. Matthew A. Kimmell:
Remembering Matthew on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
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Justin J
May 31, 2010
Matt was an incredible person. I looked up to him during SF training, and at 5th Group. He was basically the ideal soldier, extremely intelligent, professional, and level headed. He will not be forgotten by his SF brothers.
Chris O'Connor
May 26, 2010
Not a day passes that I don't think of my dear friend and teammate Matt. He was the epitome of everything that I strive to be as a soldier, a man, and a husband. Matt always chose the hard right over the easy wrong and never looked down on others that failed to make those choices the way he would. No matter what the situation, you could ALWAYS rely on Matt. It's been four and a half years now and it still pains me deeply over the loss of a great friend, man, soldier, husband. Matt will always be remembered as a saint to everyone from 581.
T.C.B.
Kenna Larra
May 26, 2009
”Honor and Remember” - “Project Compassion” We love our Soldiers! We love our country and we cannot express enough love and compassion to the families of our fallen heroes. War does not discriminate – It breaks our hearts to see the faces of the fallen. We want to give this gift to you. We are a 501c3 nonprofit organization! Over 1,450 portraits have been completed and shipped to the parents and or spouse - at no cost as this is a gift from one American to another!
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Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna
Peggy Childers
October 5, 2008
To the family of Staff Sgt. Matthew A. Kimmell:
Matthew gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Becky Coy
July 1, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we thank god everyday for brave men & women like your soldier for defending our country. We are building a wall in honor of all those who have lost their lives in Iraq & Afghanistan from Indiana. It's called Wall of Heroes. If you would like more information please contact me at [email protected].
Christina Cox
May 28, 2008
I would like to thank and honor Matt Kimmell this week of Memorial Day. I truly appreciate that there are men brave enough to give their lives for our country. God Bless you Matt for giving your life for us!!
Justin J
May 27, 2008
Matt was the finest soldier I have ever seen. He was a role model for all us newer guys. He will not be forgotten by his SF brothers.
May 10, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Staff Sgt Kimmell!
August 16, 2007
There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 23, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Staff Sgt Kimmell and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Karen Hickman
January 14, 2007
I am so sorry for the loss of Staff Sgt. Matthew A. Kimmell. If there are any brothers or sisters, please contact me. I am the Founder of Gold Star Siblings, Inc.
God Bless
Josh Hall
December 22, 2006
Although I only spoke to Matt a few times at family get togethers, I feel like I have known him all my life. Just hearing the stories and such, makes me feel special to have known him as I did. I will never forget his sacrafice. I am also very thankful that he gave Mylissa everything she wanted in a husband. I hope that I can be half the husband to my wife that Matt was to Mylissa. Mylissa I love you and think of you all the time. Just remember Missy, we have the best family in the world!!
Garnet Jenkins
October 11, 2006
Paying tribute to Staff Sgt. Matthew A. Kimmell, on this first anniversary of the day he gave his life for our country, with a Great Amount of Thanks for his courage, service and dedication to our Country and for Freedom.
May Matthew rest, in the Mighty Hands of God and know that he Truly is an American Hero.
May God's Loving Grace and Comfort continue to be with the Kimmell family.
Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice, So Many and So Young, shall NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
My brother among them. KIA-Vietnam 1967.
Hoping you continue to feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you each day, as this Country remembers someone very precious to you, who is a Hero to all of us.
May the Peace of God and
the memories of Matthew,
remain in your heart always.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Nick Wroblewski
August 15, 2006
I had the pleasure of serving with Matt at the Vincennes University Police Department where we were both Police Cadets. Matt was a great friend and I am proud to be able to know him as such. Even as we went our separate ways after school, I will always remember the great friend I had in Matt. My heart and condolences go out to his family.
ROBYN GARSIDE
May 31, 2006
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE AND YOUR HERO WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE ON. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.
A PROUD MARINE MOM
Richard Loabe
May 19, 2006
To the Kimmell family,
I served with Matt at Ft. Benning and although it was not the greatest unit in the Army Matt had a way of making it fun. He joined my family one year for thanksgiving and what a pleasure it was to have him. Matt was a great role model and someone I definately admired for his drive to never quit. Our condolences go out to his loved ones
Jose Mathews
May 5, 2006
To the Kimmell family,
I knew Matthew Kimmell personaly. Having served with him, on 3 different posts. You hear people say it all the time, about other individuals. But Matt Kimmell was a soldiers, soldier. He was the one senior NCO's told the new guys to be like. Know that your family has my most heart felt condolences. Because Matt, was a true american hero.
Joann Yost
April 12, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to your family at such a difficult time.
Wife of MSG Tony Yost, KIA 11/19/05
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
February 25, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy to the Kimmell family in the loss of Matthew. I did not know Matthew, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. You are a hero and you will never be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
AMY TEMPLETON
November 22, 2005
I HAD THE PRIVILEDGE TO NOT ONLY CALL MATT MY FRIEND, BUT ALSO PART OF MY FAMILY. I MET MATT ABOUT 6 1/2 YEARS AGO AND BECAME FRIENDS. HE WAS A VERY UNIQUE INDIVIDUAL. IF YOU EVER MET HIM, YOU NEVER FORGOT HIM. HE WAS FRIENDLY,FUNNY, CURTIOUS AND HAD A BEAUTIFUL SMILE. HE LATER BECAME FAMILY WHEN HE MARRIED MY COUSIN MYLISSA. OUR FAMILY IS SO VERY PROUD OF MATT AND ALL THE OTHER MEN & WOMEN WHO RISK THEIR LIVES FOR US. WE ARE ALSO PROUD OF MYLISSA, WHO THROUGH IT ALL, HAS STOOD TALL AND STRONG IN HER FAITH IN GOD AND HER LOVE FOR MATT AND WHO HE WAS. MATT WILL NEVER REALLY BE GONE - HE LIVES IN OUR HEARTS AND OUR THOUGHTS EVERY DAY.
A Military Spouse
October 25, 2005
I didn't know Matt personally, but I read of his death, and just wanted to offer my condolences. My husband is in the military, so although I can't feel your pain, I can empathize with you. My heart go out to Matt's family and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Joni Ellis
October 25, 2005
I went to school with Matt. He always had a smile on his face and was happy all the time. I can't believe he is gone, I can still see him swinging his baseball bat at school. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. We were all blessed to have known Matt, and we will all see him again.
Joni Ellis
John Pursley
October 25, 2005
There are no words to express the feelings we the people should/do have towards our men and women in uniform. If not for brave people like SSGT. Kimmell, we would all perish without a trace of our democracy.
May God eternally bless Matthew and console his family in this time of need.
Brandy James
October 24, 2005
My condolences go out to the entire Kimmell family. Although I never had the privelage of meeting Matt, I am friends with his wife Mylissa who is a remarkable, caring woman with high morals and standards... So therefore I know Matt had to be that way as well. I feel truly blessed that Matt was such a good man to bless all of us by protecting our country and our way of life. It says alot about Matt's character and raising that he was willing to go and fight for the freedom of people that he didn't even know to make sure that they had a better life. And for that, I will always be eternally greatful.
Mylissa, my heart aches for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am sure that Matt is as proud of you Mylissa as you are of him. I know we are all proud of him and his selfless acts.
God Bless all the soldiers, and God Bless all of you!!!
Gerome Thompson
October 24, 2005
Before we deployed, I had the privilege of meeting Matt at several different schools when he first came to the unit. He was bright, confident, and intelligent but very quiet. I can remember being in one school at about 3 in the morning. I was complaining about something - I can’t remember what. I turned and looked at Matt. He just smiled at me and shook his head. No matter how rough things got Matt would just smile and drive on. I never heard him complain. I only knew Matt for a short period of time but his smile and personality I will never forget. My prayers and sympathy go out to his wife and loved ones who will miss him most. May God be with you and keep you.
Edana Fruciano
October 24, 2005
I did not know Matthew but I know his Uncle and I know what type of men this family raises. As an American I am so proud of Matthews service and his dedication to our country. God has been given a very special angel and American was given a gift of a young man who knew what was right and a man who believed in his country and faith. God bless Matthew and God bless America.
jenifer salmon
October 24, 2005
We have heard of matthew through josh anderson and our prayers are with you and your family. We owe our thanks to men like them who serve our country with such strength and pride. We are sorry for your loss.
Matt Stalvey
October 23, 2005
To the Kimmell Family: I remember Matthew from the small church school that he and I as well as my late brother John attended in Indiana. He was truly one of our best. After My brother, Cpl. John Stalvey USMC was killed Oct. 3rd '05, I started keeping up with this website, militarycity.com. Matthew's name was the first I saw. I was crushed all over again. I miss my brother so much and so I can say that I truly know your pain. I told the First Seargent that was handling our family that we would hold up our heads that much higher and be proud of Matthews sacrifice as well. I am so sorry for your loss. My Uncle told me something that actually helped me to make sense of it all. He said," Its not a sacrifice unless it is worth something to you." I now know what actually makes this country strong, now as always we truly give our best. Stay strong for him, stay strong like him-" We shall meet on that beautiful shore" - Matt Stalvey
Jill Reynolds
October 23, 2005
Mylis,
You are my best friend and my heart aches for you. We have been through so much together and I love you like my sister. When you married Matt he became one of us and now I feel like I have lost one of my best friends. Rebecca, Abby and I are so proud of Matt. He was the best! I am also so very proud of you for showing such strength, you are a much stronger person than me. We love you!
Mark Sloat
October 23, 2005
To Matt Kimmell's Family
May the Lord hold you close in your time of need.I,too,knew Matt when he worked for Vanderburgh County.I continued to hold him up as an example of a man and a police officer to rookies after he re-joined the service.And now,I will tell others of Matt's example of a Warrior,a Christian and a Hero.God Bless You,Matt! I know we will all meet again!
Mark Sloat (Retired Sgt,Vanderburgh County Sheriffs Office)
Harold Davis
October 22, 2005
To Family members and friends of Matt. I attended the police academy with Matt. He was a model for all to follow.... I learned of the lose just a few hours ago and still in shock. I will miss him but still cherish the memories we had at ILEA....99-138
Tim Sloat
October 22, 2005
To the family of Matt Kimmell,
I worked with Matt at the Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office. He was an excellent police officer. You did a fine job of raising him. He is the type of man you want your daughter or sister to find and marry. He died as he lived, a true American hero, and I am honored and blessed to have known him and worked with him.
I admired him for his faith in God, and pride in his Country.
Mike Allen
October 22, 2005
Kimmel Family,
I did not know Matthew but I am saddened by your loss. I am a retired SF soldier currently working in Iraq directly with the Iraqi people and I can tell you from my conversations with them every day that they greatly appreciate America's Armed Forces for giving them their freedom. Matthew has sacrificed his life and defended liberty not only for the Iraqi people but for all Americans and free people the world over. May God Bless and be with you during this time of great loss to you and all our nation.
Danielle Foote
October 21, 2005
Dear Mylissa and Family,
I am so saddened by your loss and want to let you all know you are in the thoughts and prayers of so many grateful Americans. Matt's selfless dedication to our country will not be forgotten. Words cannot express my gratitude for your family giving the ultimate sacrifice in the name of our country's freedom and those in Iraq. I wish you God's grace and strength during these hard days ahead. With deepest sympathies...
Todd Falls
October 21, 2005
Dear Loved Ones of Matt,
I am sorry for your loss and pray for God's warm embrace to surround Matt and for His grace to comfort you.
Dave and Ann Betz
October 20, 2005
Mylissa
Your husband was one of my finest Soldiers. Our deep lost will never be replaced. His legacy will live on in our Special Forces Brotherhood.
Seek the strength of the Lord in these difficult times, for Matt is now our guardian in heaven as he was our guardian of our freedoms on this earth.
My wife Ann and I send our deepest regrets.
SGM Dave Betz
AOB 580 Firebase Mardis
Iraq
Michael Torino
October 20, 2005
Kimmell family,
I want to express my deepest sympathy for your loss. Allthough I did not know Staff Sgt. Kimmell I have a very dear friend who is in 5th group and your loss hits home with myself and my family. You are in our hearts and prayers during this tragic time, we are deeply saddened, Godspeed.....
Sergeant First Class Greg Underwood and Keren Underwood
October 20, 2005
Your loved one was truly a heroic servant of the human race. He no doubt served an instrumental role in helping to deliver Iraq from years of torment and suffering. There truly are a large number of genuinely good people over there who deeply appreciate such scarifice. I just wish we could learn more about and hear more from those citizens- the everyday people - who know and appreciate the effort. Mathew has, in effect, impacted what is actually the good of our world and his name is forever etched in the change that is occurring. On behalf of my husband, Greg, we extend sincere prayers to all of you in your dark hour.
Gloria Nelson
October 20, 2005
Dear Mylissa and family,
My families thoughts and prayers are with you. Although I didn't know your husband, my husband Butch did and told me what a great guy he was. He said this was a huge loss for 5th Group and he will be missed dearly. You and your family have given the ultimite sacrifice for the freedom of America. God bless you and may peace find you. With deepest sympathies...
Carman Bradshaw
October 20, 2005
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ken Chapman
October 19, 2005
Kimmel Family,
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy and my prayers for the lost of your Green Beret. He gave the ultimate sacifice to our way of life. He will not be forgotten.
Jeni Cunningham
October 19, 2005
To The Family of Matthew Kimmell, May the God's Grace and Peace sustain you in your time of need. Matthew died for a noble cause, freeing the oppressed. On behalf of SGM Michael Cunningham A Co 3Bn 5thSFG and Jennifer Cunningham and Family, we salute you.
Amy Cerajewski
October 19, 2005
Mylissa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Please know that the sacrafice Matthew and you have made for our country will never be forgotten. You are such a dear friend and my heart aches for you. God bless you.
Jeremy & Jamilah Sailee
October 19, 2005
To the Kimmell Family, you dont know us and I very briefly knew your husband, but I just wanted to say he was a proffesional NCO and I have much respect for him. It was a pleasure to have worked with him for the short time I did. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God Bless you.
Nita Gilliam
October 19, 2005
Dear Kemmell family,
I'm an SF wife as well, I did not know your husband but feel as though I did. My heart aches for you and your family, but I do know God will never for sake us, he feels our pain and then some, without a shadow of doubt I know you will be reunited with your loving husband again soon. I pray God heals your heart and renewes your spirit. I also wanted to think you for your encouraging letter, how unselfish of you to lift up all of us, when we should be lifting you up. God Bless you in every area of your life.
DE OPPRESSO LIBER, Nita Gilliam
Gladys Gutierrez
October 19, 2005
Kimmel Family,
My heart goes out to you and your family, you will be in our prayers. My husband knew SSG Kimmel and wishes to extend to you and your family his deepest sympathies.
Gutierrez Family
Kristine Habich
October 19, 2005
Mylissa you are my best friend and we have now been through everything together. You are so strong, I am amazed by your strenght and I know Matt is so proud of you. I know how great Matt was and how he was the perfect husband. He treated you like you deserved to be treated, like a queen and I love Matt for this. I hope everyone knows how special Matt was, not just because he was a brave solider, but because he was a wonderful sweet man too. You couldn't have found a better man, he was one of a kind. Jason and I are very proud of Matt and we are very proud to say he was our good friend.
Love you!
CPT Timothy E. Matthews 5th Special Forces Group (A)
October 19, 2005
Dear Kimmell Family
God Bless you all. SSG Kimmell will truly be remembered. He gave the ultimate sacrifice for freedom of our great nation. Matt was a great Soldier for all to emulate. May the Lord strengthen you for an eternity.
Danette Young
October 19, 2005
Melissa, My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. I did not know your husband but my husband Patrick Schultz did. He spoke highly of your husband. He says he got to work with him on almost a daily basis. I feel very deeply about your pain and hope that you will be sustained by your higher power during this time.
Ronald Webb
October 19, 2005
Dear Kimmell Family,You have my deepest sympathies during this crushing time. May God give you His peace and encouragement. You will continue to be in my prayers.
God Bless You. Chaplain (CPT) Ron Webb--Chaplain 3/5 SFG (A)
Rita & Bill Jungblom
October 19, 2005
Mylissa -
My husband is also in 5th Group and spoke highly of your husband. My husband is on ODA 575 and is in Iraq. Your husband's Team Sgt lives down the street from me and has been a family friend for years. I wanted to let you know that you and Matt are in our prayers. Your lives and sacrifices have touched many - even those you have never met. There are no words that can ease you pain but I wanted to let you know that my family prays for you each day.
SSG. Fred and Angel Stilling
October 18, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bonnie Ferguson
October 18, 2005
To Sgt. Kimmell's wife and family,
I do not know you. My heart and spirit are with you in this difficult time. My husband is in 3rd batt. and was deployed with your husband. He sat at the desk beside him for several months at the OPCEN during this deployment. He had numerous conversations with him during this time. He conveyed to me how much he respects him and what a fine person he is. He and you as his family gave the ultimate sacrifice for the freedom of our country for generations to come. He will not be forgotten. Thank you. May God grant you grace, strength, and courage now and in the coming years.
CW2 TROY PRUITT 5TH SFG(A)
October 18, 2005
Dear Kimmell Family
I want to express my deepest condolences to you all. The loss will be felt throughout the Army community and especially in Special Forces! SSG Kimmell was a great soldier that all others can look to as an example. Thank you for sharing him with us and allowing us to be in his life. God bless you all and we will continue to pray for your family.
Laura Lupo
October 18, 2005
Mylissa, I knew your husband through the many wonderful things that my husband had to say about him, so I felt as if I had known him for a long time. My husband graduated with him at Ft. Bragg and knew Matt for quite some time and was really excited to know that he was coming to Ft. Campbell. When he heard the news was absolutely devasted, as was I. He says that Matt was one of the finest men he had ever met and he was truly honored and blessed to have had such a wonderful friend. I am so sorry for your loss of an amazing soldier and man. I will certainly keep you and your family in my prayers.
Lisette Venditto
October 18, 2005
Mylissa, you are remarkably strong and may God Bless you during these times and always. My husband is also in 5th Group and with our sympathy we say God bless and know that your husband IS a hero and so are you!
Pamela Thompson and Family
October 18, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Jennifer Keim
October 18, 2005
Mylissa- As you know, it is because of men like your husband that we are able to enjoy the freedoms we cherish each and every day. I did not know your husband personally, but my husband is also a part of 5th Group so my heart aches for another loss in this "family." Matthew is a selfless hero who may be gone but never forgotten. God bless you and your family.
Melissa Mueller
October 17, 2005
Mylissa, I am so sorry. What an example of how love and marriage should be. Your heart, strength and faith amaze me. Matt will never be forgotten. He has touched so many lives in so many ways. The world is a better place because of him. We are always here for you.
Isabel Cantu
October 17, 2005
Mylissa,
Bless your heart. You are an amazing woman. You strength is an example for all to emulate. Matthew is a hero. You both are in my eyes. We love you and our hearts go out to you.
Crissy Rogers
October 16, 2005
Melissa, I do not know you but my husband went through the Q-course with Matthew back at Bragg. He was very upset when he heard what happened. I did not know him but my husband speaks very highly of him. He said he was very good man.
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God help all of you get through this hard time.
Christina Cox
October 16, 2005
Mylissa, I love you and you are in my thoughts and prayers. Matt died very honorably serving our country and this I feel very grateful to him for. May God bless you both.
Mylissa Kimmell
October 15, 2005
On behalf of Matt's family and friends, I thank you for praying for us. I am Matt's wife and have been so very blessed to have had him in my life for the last 6 1/2 years. Matt has blessed me and continued to bless me with each passing day. He is my rock and has given me enough love in our 6 1/2 years together to last me a lifetime and beyond. He is my heart and my soul and is a wonderful, honest and good man. He has a great faith is our God and for that I am so thankful and know he is in God's hands and we will meet again. God be with him and thank you all for your prayers.
Mylissa Kimmell
judi trinkle
October 15, 2005
mylissa-feel our arms hugging you & know your in our prayers for the loss you have suffered with losing your husband Matt. He was a very special & loving man & our world will have a very large hole in it that will never be filled. He was very brave & courageous in his fight for our freedom that we can never repay. We love you Matt-keep smiling till we see you again. aunt judi & uncle john trinkle
Kristy Kosco-Litz
October 14, 2005
On behalf of the Emmanuel Baptist Church of Farmersburg, Indiana, we want to express our deepest sympathies to the Matthew Kimmell family. You will constantly be in our prayers in the trying days ahead. Although we did not know your son personally, he was very brave, and we are thankful for couragous soldiers like him who are willing to make the ultimate sacrifice. May God give you the strength you need, and may He surround you with the peace that only He can give. - Emmanuel Baptist Church of Farmersburg, IN
-Kristy Kosco-Litz
Mary and John & Family Smith
October 14, 2005
To The family of Matthew A. Kimmell of Paxton, Indiana.
I just want to say that I am proud to have known such a honest brave soldier and his family. The Kimmells were a genuine family a God fearing family. These were the people that all of us looked up to and respected. They are the example, they are a good mentor. May God be with each member of Matthew's family and give them Grace, courage and strength in the days to come. I am honored to be neighbors with Matthews Parents, siblings and grandmother. I didn't get a chance to thank Matthew for protecting all of us here in the United States but we all can support our troops and pray daily for them and our country. As I am driving to work today, I look around and see the flags flying at half mast and the 500 plus flags along the street to your parents home and realize this effects everyone, this war keeps hitting closer and closer to home. Matthew may be gone but he will not be forgotten. We need to pray for peace.
Jamie Graves
October 13, 2005
God Bless~(Jamie,Navy wife)
Virginia Williams
October 13, 2005
May God bless you in a very special way, as He took a very special person from this world to be with Him. I thank God every day for men like your son who are willing to fight for our freedom and the freedom of oppressed nations. I know Matthew has made a difference in every life he has touched. God bless everyone in his family
Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they
protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they
perform for us in our time of need. I ask this in the name of Jesus,
our Lord and Savior. Amen.
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If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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