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Matthew Sergei Burdette

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Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 29, 2013.

Matthew Sergei Burdette of San Diego, son of Timothy and Barbara Burdette, brother of Masha Burdette, born on June 14, 1999 in Orel, Russia and died November 29, 2013. Matthew was a student at University High School where he played Water Polo and was on the Wrestling Team. He was also a Boy Scout with Troop 260 working toward his Eagle rank. Matthew was loved by his grandparents Carl and Joan Schmidt, Aunts and Uncles, Carlene and Michael Coats, Peter and Laura (Burdette) Mechak, William and Robert (Jr.) Burdette and cousins Maggie and Alex Coats, Joey, Ben and Mark Mechak, Wyatt, Mollie, Robert (III) and Alec Burdette. Services will be held on Friday, December 6, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at El Camino Memorial, 5600 Carroll Canyon Road. For more information please go to www. SorrentoValleyChapel.com. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Boy Scouts of America in Matthew's honor at www.kintera.org.

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J. E.

February 27, 2023

I read about Matthew online. His story brought me to tears. This year will make one decade without him -- but please know he is not forgotten.

Kumar Harshit

August 18, 2021

Hi, You don't know me but i feel like your my close friend. You will always be remembered. Stay Strong. Huge love❤❤❤

Diego Ribeiro

November 29, 2018

Stay strong dear family!

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July 21, 2018

I am sure his name is a blessing and may your memories bring you much comfort.

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Masha Burdette

July 18, 2018

Steve Wilson

August 9, 2017

In the beginning, Jesus wept, saying, "May the grace of the Lord God, go with you all."

Robert K

September 24, 2016

So sad, heartbreaking.

Michael Cook

December 6, 2013

Words cannot convey our sorrow for your family's loss. Please know that you all are in our deepest thoughts and prayers.

Mary White

November 29, 2014

Barb, Tim and Masha,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you today.
Your strength is an inspiration for all who suffer from such tragic losses.

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