Ernest Mata Sr.

Dear Rich and family, our condolences on the loss of your father. Patrick and Mary Beth Farruggio

Dear Richie and Family: How sad too hear about the passing of your father, what a dynamic cross country runner he was! A matador of Strength and vitality, a grand athlete. Warmest Regards, Kevin Starkey, Jacksonville, Florida.

Very sorry for your loss. It has been quite sometime since I ran with ERnie or saw him. He was a very good runner and we talked each other through a number of marathons. I was younger and I would pass him at the beginning and he would say I will pick up your bones later on- and he always did. He will be a loss to the Buffalo running community. Sorry.

Richie,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Leah and I will say a prayer and keep good thoughts for you and your family during this time.

Dear Family
My heart is heavy with the news of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I love you.
Anita Juda

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

His eyes, his smile, and his laughter lit up every room he entered. We loved being around him. What a great husband! What a great father! What a great grandfather! What a great friend! WHAT A GREAT MAN! We will miss him.

i'm so sorry to hear of your loss. my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Richard and Dana , So sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Ralph and Carolyn Calderon