Matthew L. Bertolino Obituary

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We apologize for being so late in expressing our deepest condolences to you and your family. We want you to know that we will be sending Care Packages to deployed troops this holiday season and several of these will be dedicated to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo, service branch, rank and hometown of Matthew L. Bertolino US Marine Private 1st Class.

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We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you safe and strong.

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Charlie Gili & Family
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Semper Fi. God bless you, your service to this country, and your family. "Some gave all, all gave some."

I still think about Matt every day, especially this Veteran's day. Miss you dude.

Thinking of Matt on Memorial Day... a hero in my heart.

Remembering Matthew today…thankful for your service and ultimate sacrifice.

Said a prayer today for this local hero. The field of flags in Plaistow is heartwarming and heart wrenching at the same time. If you live locally please go visit and see for yourself. At the junction of Sweet Hill Road and Rt 108 in Plaistow

Thinking of Matthew on Memorial Day... Thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice! Thinking of your sacrifice and that of your family. Rest in peace Matt...

To the family and friends of Pfc. Matthew L. Bertolino:
It has truly been my honor to sign Matthew's guest book these past few years. Unfortunately, due to complications from my Multiple Sclerosis, this may be the last message I'm able to write. Please forgive me and know that Matthew will always be remembered in my home.
With love and respect ~ Peggy

Thinking of Matthew Bertolino on this Memorial Day. My best to his family.

Matthew is not forgotten. He is in my thoughts often and so are you Joyce.

February 9, 2012
To the family and friends of Pfc. Matthew L. Bertolino:
Always remembering Matthew. "Some gave all."

To the family and friends of Pfc. Matthew L. Bertolino:
Please accept my remembrance of Matthew on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

in rememberance of my buddy bertolino, and my family honor him with me on this day. love and miss you dude.

I served with Bertolino in Afghanistan with him and remembered all the good times we had on base. I was with the convoy when the accident occured and i miss my friend. Love ya bro always.

To the family and friends of Pfc. Matthew L. Bertolino:
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

Remembering Matt on this Memorial Day and the huge sacrifice made by Matt and his family. Thinking of all of you with great respect and appreciation.

”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!
Contact us directly at [email protected] or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and God Bless You.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
Kenna

To the family of Pfc. Matthew L. Bertolino:
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

We miss you Matthew. I will never forget you!

To the family and friends of Pfc. Matthew L. Bertolino, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. What he has done for our freedom will not be forgotten. May God bless and comfort your family.

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Bertolino!

My thoughts and prayers are always with you and soon you will be able to know that when you receive your quilt that I got done for you. It was a true honor and I made sure I did it with alot of respect. A lot of love went into making your quilt and I truly hope when you open up your box and unwrap your quilt you will see how much we try to reflect your beloved son. I so look forward hearing from you when you open it because I know you will love it. Know that I will always be your friend if you need me and that you have a special place in my heart take care and know that you nor your son will ever be forgotten. God bless you and God bless America if you need to get a hold of me my email is [email protected]

Greater Derry Girls and Boys club has dedicated a trophy show case in your memory; You are a true American hero! Gone but not forgotten.
SEMPER FI "LAVA DOG"
GUNZ

I can't believe 2 years have passed since you've been gone. I drove by your house not too long ago and half expected you to come out.. I think it's still so weird and new that I just expect sometimes you will be there. Maybe it's just that I'm tired of having to remember or that it hurts too much. I just hope you are safe up there. and I pray that you are happy and looking down. Coming to this site still brings tears to my eyes. Looking at that smile we all know and love that can now only be seen in pictures or our memory... it hurts. Like I remember where I was on 9/11, what class, how I felt... it's what I feel when I think of the day I got that horrible call from Beth... I know what I was doing, where I was, how I felt. And every time another year goes by and that day approaches, I get that same feeling all over again. Matt, you meant so much to so many people, some of whom you've never met, and I know that people are still remembering you, laughing with you, and crying for you. We all love you so much and you deserved so much more. You fought and died for this country without a second glance at what might be. You are true hero for doing what is right even if it killed you. I look up to you in so many ways, Matt, and I hope you know how much I love you. I pray for you and your family EVERY day. Rest in peace, Marine... our very own, hometown hero. :)

Matthew,
Thinking and praying for you on the 2nd anniversary of your passing into eternal glory. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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)

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Bertolino and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

Father we entrust our brother Matthew to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
May God hold Matthew in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My deepest sympathy.

I am sorry to hear of your loss. I babbysat Matthew and his sisters in there Salem NH home, on Budron Ave. My heart goes out to you, may all your memmeries be special ones, god bless

:( i can't believe it's been a whole year without that smiling face and your witty, funny personality. i miss you, Matt. thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice. i love you and you are constantly in my heart and in my prayers and on my mind. i will never forget you no matter how much time goes by.

Please know how Deeply Sorry I was to learn of the loss of Pfc. Matthew L. Bertolino, one year ago today.

The price this Brave Young Marine and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten.
May Matthew rest safely in the Loving Care of God and may the Grace and Comfort of the Lord be with the Bertolino family.
There will Never be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Heroes for their Supreme Sacrifice, my brother among them. KIA~Vietnam, 1967.

"Cast thy burden upon the Lord,
and He shall sustain thee."
~ Psalm 55:22 ~

May the Peace of God and your memories of Matthew, remain in your heart always.
May this give you comfort and strength through the difficult days.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

I grew up in Hampstead, NH and have served 3 tours in Iraq. I grew very fond of the Marines we flew in and out of theater every day in the desert. My thoughts and prayers to Pfc. Bertolino and his family.

On this Veteran's Day 2006 and as a member of the military for 10 years-Matt-Thank you for your service and may the peace of God be with you always.

Thinking of Matt on Veteran's Day and being grateful for the huge sacrifice that he made for his country. Prayers and thoughts to his family for the deep loss they have suffered. God Bless,

I miss you man, we have all shed so many tears...its not the same without you bud. You are a true american hero

LCpl Sola
USMC 1/3 A. Co. WPNS Plt
0341

Our heartfelt sympathy.
Marine Parents,

Matt i remember when my you used to come over to pick up my brother to go rock climbing and i used to hang out with you and dan until you went rock climbing. The famliy misses you

i knew matt...but not very well...my cousin was best friends with him when they were younger! i miss hearing about matt and seeing him...may he rest in peace! and thank you matt for protecting me and my friends and family!

Dear Family of Pfc. Matthew L. Bertolino,



May the love of God give you peace,

May the love of friend’s give you comfort,



May the love of your dear one,

Remain in your heart and give you,

Strength through the difficult days ahead.



My thoughts and prayers are with you,



PFC. US MARINES-1959-1961

As a mom and resident of NH, I must express my sympathies to your family in the loss of your wonderful son. Words cannot express how much we fellow citizens feel about your loss and how much we care.

God Bless your family and God Bless America.

Dear Bertolino Family



We are so sorry for your loss. Our son is with the 1/25 in Iraq right now. Many hearts join in your sorrow at this time.

To the Bertolino Family,

There is no way to express how I feel for your loss. I proudly served with Bertolino in his platoon as the Mortar Section Leader and later as the Platoon Sergeant, SSgt Will, I'm sure you heard me yelling in the background if you ever talked to him on the phone during a field day. He was a great Marine and an outstanding kid. The memories I have of him are memories I will always crack a smile at. From Seabag Sumo wrestling on the Big Island to talks of how he wanted to get the "Million Dollar" wound so he could sue the government when he never saw the million dollars.

Bertlino spread a smile or a laugh every where he went. He was the best of friends to many of the Marines in his platoon. He will be sorely missed. When we arrived back in KBay on May 15th, someone asked me how I felt to be home. I replied that a part of me will always be in Afghanistan because we weren't all walking off this plane.

It was passed to me that when you are in Hawaii for his memorial that you wanted to hear stories of your son, please contact me so we can arrange some time for you to spend with the platoon and the Marines and Sailors that he served with.

With the utmost Sympathy,

Cory Will

SSgt USMC



Semper Fi

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES. 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. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL. THERE JUST AREN'T ENOUGH WORDS HERE ON EARTH TO EASE THE PAIN I KNOW. STAY STRONG AND GODSPEED. SEMPER FI



MARINE MOM

Happy 21st birthday, Matt. Miss you so much with each day that passes. You are a true hero and you will never ever be forgotton.



To the Bertolino family, I pray every night for you guys. You raised an amazing man and I can't imagine the pain you endure with every day. Just know that we are all proud of him as I'm sure you guys are. I grew up with Matt and I honestly don't think that my life would have been as happy and fun as it had been if it weren't for him and his crazy antics. I miss him so much and I just want you to know that I'm always thinking of you guys and praying for you and if you need anything feel free.



Stacie

Dear Bertolino Family,

I am so sorry for the terrible loss of your hero Matthew. Although, I am a stranger to you, my heart aches for you. Thank you PFC Matthew L. Bertolino, a true American hero

To the Bertolino Family, I offer you my sincere condolences during your time of grief and sadness. I pray that in time you will celebrate the life of your beloved son because from what I have read of him, that is what he would want for you. Enjoy life and live to the fullest in honor of him.



My prayers are with you for peace and healing.



Sincerely,

Rose

Blue Star Mother

We care and share in your sorrow.

Words can not describe your grief, but I understand your pain having lost a very best friend in the first Gulf War. Also, as a soldier currently deployed to IRAQ, I understand the dedication, loyalty, and courage, Marines like Matthew possess. His life will never be forgotten and nor will his sacrifices while at War for his country, his fellow Marines, the IRAQI people, and those hope seek Freedom and Security. We are all forever in his debt for the courageous actions and sacrifices he gave. I’m sure he served without expectations for reward, but rather for what was right. We love him for everything he stands for and only hope to be like him some day: courageous, proud, strong, and loving.



God Bless You Matthew, and your Family and Friends who weep your loss.



Major Matthew St. Laurent

Mosul, Iraq

To the Family of Pfc. Matthew L. Bertolino/USMC,

Dear Marine Family of Matthew,

our prayers and thoughts for Ross, his family and the friends of such a fine young man and Marine. Know that Matthew's sacrifice and your own is dearly cherished in our Love and Respect. We pray for your peace and comfort in your tremendous loss. We remain..

-Always Faithful-

A.J. Ramirez/USMC (Ret)

To Pfc. Matthew Bertolino's Family & Friends:

Our family had the honor of being neighbors with Matthew. We are so dearly touched and grateful for Matthew's patriotism and the sacrifices he made for our country so that our boys will have a better future. Matthew truly is an American Hero.

With Gratitude,

Todd,Stephanie,Ethan,& Owen Howland

Dear Bertolino Family,

Even though we have never met I feel as if we are part of a “family”. My daughter’s fiancee was killed by an IED in Iraq in Oct. 3, 2005. It is my prayer that God will hold you as close to His heart as He has held my family these past months. May you feel His love and comfort as you pass through these difficult days.

God bless our Marines,

I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I am extremely grateful for your sons sacrifice to secure our freedom which so many people take for granted. He will be in my prayers.

To PFC Bertolino's Family and Friends:



My prayers are with you as you go through this most difficult time. My two children go to Hampstead NH schools (my son's name is also "Matthew") and they have brought home stories of your Matthew and how he touched the town, and ultimately our country. Your son was fighting for the freedom that my kids now enjoy, and I teach them every day not to take it for granted. And to thank those like your son for all that they do for our country. In your time of mourning, I do hope that you know that your community is so thankful for the services rendered by Matthew. And I will not let my children forget the sacrifices that Matthew and others have made -- I promise you that. May God's peace find it's way into your heart and bring you some comfort in time.



Respectfully,

Mark, Carrie, Matthew, and Samantha Hebeisen

To PFC Bertolino's Family and Friends

Our Prayers go out to you and your family. My son, Lcpl Jason, in Okinawa extends his sympathy and Honor to your Son, Matthew.



Proud Marine Parents

Thomas & Denise

My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow. I lost a 19 year old daughter 21 years ago and I know the pain you are going through. Roger G. Wells, State Representative, Hampstead, NH

With sympathy for your ultimate loss,

Kelly Dowling

Press Secretary

House of Representatives

Psalm 23



1

The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.

2

He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters,

3

He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

4

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.

5

You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

6

Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.



This is a verse that I have found to be comforting to me during my husbands death. Remember that when it seems that no one else is round, God is still there with you! And he will be your rock!



My daughter,McKaLyne, and I send our heartfelt sympathy for your loss! God Bless this warrior, God Bless those whom serve freedom's cause! They are our true HERO's!!!!



If you need anything, please feel free to contact me!!!



Wife & Daughter of the Late

Sgt. Audrey Daron Lunsford

KIA May 23, 2005

:*( Matt, we all miss you so much. I still can't believe that you are gone. I seriously can't believe it. You were, no, you are such an amazing and insperational person. You were one of the only people that I knew could brighten my day when it was dark. You were always smiling and always telling jokes. I have so many memories of you. Like me and Beth going to play 007 for 5 hours at your house, swimming in your pool on hot summer nights, and school dances. You brought me a great friendship that I am forever going to miss. Thank you for being our hometown hero. I wish so badly that you would walk through the door once more. I love you so much, Matt. <3 Rest in peace <3

Another Fallen Hero – I understand what you are experiencing and feeling. I know firsthand there are not words of comfort at this time. Just know that you are not alone. My deepest condolences, sympathy and prayers go out to the entire family. May God grant you peace, strength and comfort.



Matthew - My family and I are thankful for the Service, Courage, Bravery and Determinination to fight for our country, (our freedom) from you, my son and all the others in our armed forces. You all will not be forgotten. May you rest in peace! Thank you.



Once a Marine, Always a Marine!

Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!



Very Proud Marine Mom

(LCpl. Nicholas S. Perez – KIA 9-3-04 – Al Anbar Province, Iraq)

To Matthew's family and friends-

My family and I are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. We send our deepest empathy as we lost our Marine on 11/30/05 in Fallujah. We are comforted to know that our Marines are serving their country with such honor and bravery. We are so proud of our Marines and all of our other service men and women for all that they have done and continue to do to keep us safe and to give us the freedom we have that so many take for granted.

They are true Heroes and need to always be remembered for their selflessness and sacrifice to better our world. We will forever be united in the loss of our heros. We are so sorry for your loss and hope our words will ease some of the pain, and maybe fill some of your emptiness.

Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!

Our sincerest gratitude for their bravery-

The family of Cpl. William "Billy" Taylor

2/6 WPNS

KIA outside of Fallujah 11/30/05

If he can stand in battle to ensure our freedom,

We can stand in grief with his family to honor him……



In Remembrance of PFC Matthew L. Bertolino,



To the Bertolino Family, our sincerest and heartfelt condolences are extended to you for the loss you have endured. We pray that in time grief will turn to pride and the pain of loss will be replaced with peace in knowing your loved one is in the hands of the Lord.



For every fallen hero, there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us that freedom is a cherished gift and it is not without sacrifice.



May you take comfort in knowing that many families across this great nation grieve with you in your time of sadness.



Our prayers are with you for peace and healing.



Sincerely,



Blue Star Mothers of New Hampshire

With thoughts of love and deepest sympathy-may you keep strong through this difficult time. I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know Pfc. Matthew L. Bertolino but I know he served his country well. I thank him for serving his country and for his commitment.

Dear Joyce & family,



I was absolutely sickened to learn of Matt's death last week. I have fond memories of Matt as my son, Matt's, childhood friend and I could not believe that he had died so young. I can only imagine how proud you are of him and what a wonderful marine he must have made. What a brave young man he turned into and I am so thankful for these amazing men & women who risk their lives everyday to defend our freedom.



Joyce- I know that your children meant everything to you and my heart aches for you. Please accept my condolences and know that I am keeping you and Matt and the girls in my thoughts and prayers.



Peace to you all,

Joanne & family

Matt was one of my best friends growing up in Hampstead, and although I moved away in middle school, we remained friends for a few years afterwards. I was recently in the process of trying to get back in touch with Matt when I heard the news. I don't know what else to say except for the fact that he is a great person and I am grateful for the opportunities I had to spend time with him in the past. Rest In Peace, and my condolences to your family, who has also been nothing but kind to me in the past.

My deepest sympathy to you all during this most difficult time.



I was once your neighbor and babysitter in Salem, New Hampshire and I have no words to express my grief, I only wish there was something I could do to help you during this trying time.



My nephew recently returned from a tour of duty in Iraq -- and I just wish all our soldiers were home with their families.



Please know you have the thoughts and prayers of so many and my heart is heavy for your family.



With deepest sympathy and fond memories,



Darlene Desfosses Stikeman

Wakefield, Massachusetts

My heartfelt sympathies to family and friends. As a 1/3 Marine mom, I know there are no words to ease the pain in your heart right now. May you gather strength through faith. God bless you.



Chris

to the family of matthew bertolino i wanna offer u my deepest sympathy and condolences may god be with you in this time of need

matthew may you rest in peace

My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences to Matthew's family. May God bless you and keep you safe in his arms in this time of terrible sadness and tragedy.



Proud Parents of

HN Robert Nathaniel Martens, USN

3/6 India, II Marine Division

Killed in AlQaim, Iraq

September 06, 2005

Rest in Peace Tufelhunden....

Sister of a Fallen Marine

*T*

My heartfelt sympathy to the Bertolino family in the loss of Matthew. I did not know Matthew, but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a fine young man 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.

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~

To Matthew's family and friends-

My family and I are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. We send our deepest empathy as we lost our Marine on 11/30/05 in Fallujah. We are comforted to know that our Marines are serving their country with such honor and bravery. We are so proud of our Marines and all of our other service men and women for all that they have done and continue to do to keep us safe and to give us the freedom we have that so many take for granted.

They are true Heroes and need to always be remembered for their selflessness and sacrifice to better our world. We will forever be united in the loss of our heros. We are so sorry for your loss and hope our words will ease some of the pain, and maybe fill some of your emptiness.

Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!

Our sincerest gratitude for their bravery-

The family of Cpl. William "Billy" Taylor

2/6 WPNS

KIA outside of Fallujah 11/30/05

To the Family of Pfc. Matthew L. Bertolino:

I know first hand there are no words right now that will bring you the comfort and peace you need. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you mourn this loss. We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away. God Bless this courageous soldier and his family.

Pam Adams (SFC Brent Adams, KIA 12/1/05 Ramadi, Iraq)

[email protected]

(Millersville, PA )

As a sister of a recently fallen soldier (Cpl Dustin L. Kendall, KIA 1/15/06) - please know our prayers are with you..we hurt along side you for the loss of your sweet son, brother and friend. He stands beside our sweet boy as a hero and a brother.



May he be remembered with the dignity and honor he died with..



Our prayers are with you, as one who understands your pain.



Courtney Steed, and the Kendall Family