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Jacobs, Matthew T.
39, of Mesa, passed away April 21, 2010. A visitation will take place Sunday April 25 at Queen of Heaven Mortuary, 1562 E. Baseline Road, Mesa, from 5 to 8 pm with a Rosary at 7pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated, Monday, April 26, 10 am at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 6261 N. Granite Reef Road, Scottsdale, AZ. Burial to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Matthew is survived by his wife, Amy and their 6 children; Kali, Taylor, Austin, Chase, Parker and Sean. He will also be remembered by his parents; Thomas and Valerie and siblings; Alex, Colin, Julie and Natalie, and his grandmother, Nana Lucie, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Apr. 25, 2010.

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Dianne Sholl

April 19, 2020

Matt , I have thought of you so much , you left us all too soon . You were a good , honest man who I will always be grateful to you for trusting a small woman owned company for your Haz projects .. You contributed so much to so many. But. Thank you left this world way too soon for so many who had such admiration, gratitude , and such respect for you. You would light up our lives on your visits, your humor was infectious .. Love and Miss you Matt ...
Dianne Sholl
Dti,Inc

Dianne Sholl

April 19, 2019

Matt, It saddens me so much with your passing, even after all these years .. You were a good man, a great friend to me and Diversified Transp. and I think of you so often and it puts a smile on my face of the memories of you .

David Musselmann

November 5, 2010

Jacobs Family:
It has been so many years since I have seen you all and am saddened to learn of your family's loss. Matt was a wonderful childhood friend and I recently had the opportunity to catch up with Matt earlier this year after running into him at a restaurant. I am so sorry for your loss and pray that God continues to surround all of your family with love compassion and support during this difficult time.

Mario Gonzalez

May 14, 2010

knowing Matt for many years through manufacturing,and Romic,To his children and parents on behalf of myself and family, Our deepest sympathies. Forever rest in peace my friend.

Rhonda Bond-Bushwty

May 1, 2010

Valerie is a dear friend of mine of 26 + yrs.. Her kids are her heart best. She has spoken so highly of her kids so dear to her heart. As a Mother, my heart grieves with you, Valerie. My prayers go to you Amy your children and all Matt's extended family. Only God can comfort your painful heart.. God Bless you all! Love, Rhonda Bond-Bushwty

May 1, 2010

Matt was a co-worker and a golf buddy. He will be missed by all that new him. May god be with all his family.
Tom & Brenda Funk

sande simon

May 1, 2010

Valarie - can't even begin to imagine your pain. Know that my heart felt thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Love Sande Simon

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April 30, 2010

Amy & Kids....I can't express my sadness in words for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family.

Beverly Dupree

April 28, 2010

Hello Tom, Long time no-talk-to, and my deepest, most sincerest condolences on your loss. Of course having known Matt, I am overwhelmed with sadness for the loss within your family. Not long ago, I found a note little Julie wrote to me more than twenty years ago. I hope to see and talk with you soon. Continued blessings are wished to you and yours during this difficult time.

Diane Abrams

April 28, 2010

Dear Jacobs Family:

I knew Matt for almost 10 years. We worked together at Romic. When he left to take a job with RMCAT/BELFOR, he became my customer, then in 2007 I started to work for him at BELFOR. He was the best boss I ever had but more importantly he was my friend. I will truly miss him.

Sharon Dennis

April 28, 2010

Tom and the entire Jacobs family..My sincere condolences on this tragic and sad loss of Matt. I still remember him with Amy at Xmas events as their small family grew larger with each passing year....Sharon Dennis

John Lasota

April 27, 2010

Dear Jacobs Family -

I am so sorry to hear about Matt. Although I haven't seen him in many years, I have known him since grade school through CCD at St. Theresa and then at high school at Brophy. I have good memories of him, and I wish that we had stayed in touch over the years. My heartfelt sympathy, thoughts, and prayers are with you all.

Rest in peace, Matt.

Lawrence Banks

April 27, 2010

Dear Jacobs Family, my prayersa are with you. Matt worked on a couple projects for me in Las Vegas. He will be missed by the friends he made in Las Vegas.

Lawrence Banks

April 27, 2010

Dear Jacobs Family, my heart goes out to you. Matt was always a bright spot and was one of my favorite people. He had such reserves of compassion and kindness ... the world, and my life, was much improved by him. I'm so sorry for your loss of such a man.

Jeff Page

Brooke & Steve Guiney

April 27, 2010

Amy,

Hearing from you of Matt’s passing, thank you. We are so very sad. In grief, our thoughts and prayers are with you and of course, with Kali, Taylor, Austin, Chase, Parker and Sean, too. The fine boy we met many years ago grew into a kind man surrounded by love. A son, dad, partner. We are so sorry for your loss and your children’s loss. Please accept our deep, deep sympathy.

Love always,

Brooke & Steve

Shannon Hendon

April 27, 2010

Dear Jacobs Family,
I worked w/ Matt at Belfor as well as my husband Chadd. Matt has done many kind and considerate things for us as a family. I not only considered him my boss but my friend. He was an understanding man and a very nice man. His laugh was contagious! I will miss him dearly and wish you and your family nothing but the best. My condolences and prayers will be with you forever...

Mike Ford

April 26, 2010

Jacobs Family- Matt was a pillar in the environmental community. Soft spoken, sincere, personable, humble, generous-he led with his actions, and people followed. This world was a better place with him here. I know we are all asking God to give us a little explanation on this one. He will be missed. May you find peace. Love, Mike & Cheryl Ford

Barbara Pinkerton

April 26, 2010

To the Jacobs Family:
My prayers are with you all. Matt was a co-worker of mine and I admired him very much. He will be missed by his many friends. He was always pleasant, kind and laughed easily.

Tamera Shanker

April 26, 2010

Dear Amy & Tom:

There are no words to describe what you and your family must be feeling and going through at this time. And though the words, "I am so sorry for your loss and grief," don't "fix" anything...please know that I am truly so very sorry for the tremendous loss you are all experiencing. If there is anything at all that I can do to be of assistance, in any manner, please reach out and let me know.

Our deepest condolences,
Tamera & Howard Shanker

April 26, 2010

Dear Jacobs Family, words cannot begin to describe how saddened I am to hear of Matts passing. I've known him for more than 10 years & could always count him as a friend. He was kind, considerate, funny, witty & above all, a good friend. My friends & I who have come to know Matt thru work are very saddened by this news. May the Lord keep each of you safe & keep the memory of your father & husband always in your mind.
Chuck Manuel & Randy Silber Phoenix, Az.

Chrissy Smith

April 26, 2010

To the Jacobs Children,
I worked with your dad for many years in the environmental industry. I remember meeting with him last year at ASU because we were co working on a project to move their lab. He had made fun of me, because I was lost and trying to find the parking garage where I was to meet him that day. When we finally met up, he proceeded to "run" across the campus to the meeting and I attempted at following behind in my high heels! What a great guy he was. We laughed about the fact that he has a Taylor and a Chase as do I. And bragged up his kids every time we spoke. He was always my "go to guy" when it came to questions I might have about the waste industry. He was so smart and so eager to help us. We lost a great man, great father, husband, brother and son. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I wish we could have been there for Matt in his deepest hour, but we are there for you all now. Please let us know if you should need anything.
Our Deepest Condolences,
Chrissy Smith & Dianne Sholl
Diversified Transportation, Inc.

Dianne Sholl

April 26, 2010

My deepest sympathies to the Jacobs families. The families have lost a husband, father, son, brother, uncle, grandfather,now and in the future, the environmental industry has lost one of the brightest and most ethical people in the industry.
I have worked with Matt for many years on joint projects. I am so very grateful to him for his help over the years and his high degree of integrity on projects. The team at Dti,Inc and myself will truly miss this wonderful caring man.

Monique Walsmann

April 26, 2010

May you find courage to be strong at this time.

My deepest sympathies,
Monique (Red J Environmental)

Sean Guiney

April 25, 2010

Dear Amy, Kali, Taylor, Austin, and Chase,
It breaks my heart to here that Matt has passed. Although I never met him, I did know how great of a family you have, which showed me not only how much you all loved each other, but also the amazing strength and character of Matt and Amy to raise such great family. I cannot imagine how difficult this must be for you all, and wanted to let you know how sorry i am and that this has also hurt our family deeply. When faced with the most difficult of decisions, the strength and generosity Matt and Amy showed at a young age allowed my parents to fulfill their dream and start a family, something we are all eternally grateful for. Matt will be deeply missed, and I send my heartfelt condolences to you all.

Sophie Urruty

April 25, 2010

Dear Austin, and Kali and Taylor and Chase,

I just heard of the passing of your father. and I cna't believe it. I remember you all as a wonderful family and great friends.
I think of you often and my time at Ville de Marie Academy, it was good to be ther together.
Austin, thank you for helping me in math, you were so sweet.

I am sending my love to you all, and your Mom.
I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad.

Sophie Urruty

Michelle Foster

April 25, 2010

Dear Jacobs family. I only knew Matt for a short time but wanted to send my deepest sympathy to your family. He met many of my friends as well and we all are very sorry for your family's loss.

Laure Preston

April 25, 2010

The environmental consulting industry and CHMM organization has lost an invaluable professional. Matt was wonderful to work with. My condolenses to the entire Jacobs family.

Lynn Shepherd

April 25, 2010

Dear Amy and Jacob Family,
Our Prayers are with you and your family. Our deepest symphathy for the loss of your loved one. Our hearts go out to you and your family. If you need anything, please let us know.
Sincerely,
Lynn Shepherd,
Debbie Faulkenbery ,Janel Leal and the entire Staff at Lane Bryant-San Tan Village.

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