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Matthew Brown Obituary
Matthew W. "Matt" Brown, 20, of Zelienople died May 11, 2008, while on guard duty in Afghanistan.
It is with great sorrow that the family of Matt informs you of his passing.
He graduated from Seneca Valley High School in 2006 after which he joined the Army.
He was born in San Diego, Calif., in 1987. He was the beloved son of James and Sandra.
He loved his family and friends. He enjoyed playing sports, especially football with his friends. He also enjoyed computers and video games. He liked to help people by doing volunteer work and benefit runs.
Matt had planned to attend college after his time in the Army.
He also is survived by his sister, Julia Brown, and sisters and brothers, Fidel, Joey and Sara; grandparents, Ron and Linda Brown and Georgia Brinley; aunts and uncles, James and Georgia Metsger and Helen Brown; and cousins, Ray, Max and Arthur Morrow.
We will gather to celebrate Matthew's short life, to mourn his loss, and to say goodbye until we see him again in Eternity.
Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Boylan Funeral Home, 324 E. Grandview Ave., Zelienople. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Harmony-Zelienople United Methodist Church, 123 N. Pittsburgh St., Zelienople. Everyone is to meet at the church. Burial with military honors will follow at the English Lutheran Church Cemetery, Zelienople.
Memorial donations may be made to the Disabled American Veterans Memorial Program, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.
Online condolences and directions are available at www.boylanfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Brown
Charlie Gili
April 9, 2015
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Brown Family and friends know that we will be sending Care Packages to troops in Afghanistan this week and we'll be dedicating several of these to your loved one. Each package will carry the name, photo and the hometown of Matthew W. Brown US Army Private. We realize that this is a small tribute, but we do this with all respect and sincerity and we want you to know that it is made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals from across the American youth hockey community. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Dereck Isom
June 7, 2013
It has taken me far too long to express my deepest regret for the loss of such a great person and soldier. PVT Brown was an ordinary, yet a selflessly exceptional individual that volunteered to be in an extraordinary situation. His loss is a tragedy, not only to those impacted in his civilian life, but also to the United States Army. PVT Brown was an embodiment of conviction and altruistic values. I am proud to have had the opportunity to serve with him, and I wish that more soldiers could be like him.
With all sincerity,
Sandra Evans
May 14, 2013
I love you and truly miss you with all my heart
Peggy Childers
May 11, 2013
To the family and friends of Pvt. Matthew Brown:
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
Peggy Childers
May 11, 2012
To the family and friends of Pvt. Matthew Brown:
Always remembering Matthew. "Some gave all."
Sandra Evans
June 24, 2011
To all of you who care and love Matt thank you from the bottom of my heart for caring about our loss and I appreciate the thoughfilled words it helps.
Love Sandra Matt's Mom
Peggy Childers
May 11, 2011
To the family and friends of Pvt. Matthew Brown:
Please accept my remembrance of Matthew on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
Peggy Childers
May 11, 2010
To the family and friends of Pvt. Matthew Brown:
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
joey avakian
May 25, 2009
its been a long year oh thought and healing and its been tough all though he is gone he is always with use in are hearts for years to come it till we meet again
Peggy Childers
May 11, 2009
To the family of Pvt. Matthew Brown:
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
Kenna Larra
November 21, 2008
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Beverley Lewis
October 24, 2008
With a son who returned to us safe from Iraq.....our deepest sympathy to you and your family, his fellow buddies, all his friends. He gave his all for this country and will always be a American Hero. May God Bless your family.
Henryk Zaleski (USN-Ret)
October 24, 2008
Rest in peace covered in honor.
maggie selzer
July 22, 2008
To the Family and Friends of Pvt. Brown,
I am so sorry for your loss.
My name is Maggie Selzer, and I am directing ‘Run for the Fallen 5K run/walk’ in Boalsburg, PA (just outside of State College) on August 24th, 2008. The event, held on the PA military Museum grounds, aims to keep alive the memory of all fallen soldiers, but particularly those from PA. All proceeds from the event will go to organizations that support the families of fallen soldiers and supports wounded soldiers.
I encourage you to learn more about the event at www.freewebs.com/runforthefallen5k/
index.htm.
The event is meant to keep alive the memories of brave young men like Pvt. Brown.
If you have any questions, or would like to send a memory of Pvt. Brown to be included with the flag memorial that will be set up at this event, please contact me at (814) 571-8755 or [email protected].
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
July 21, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to the Brown family and friends in the loss of Matthew. I did not know Matthew,(I lived in the Easton/Bangor PA area 52 years) 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. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Matthew you are my 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~
July 12, 2008
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pvt Brown and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
July 12, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pvt Brown!
the Buck family
July 5, 2008
To the family and friends of Pvt Matthew Brown, 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.
debbi rivers
June 25, 2008
To the family and parents of Matthew I want you to know that you are not alone in the grief you are feeling. I too know what you are going through and what you will go through in the coming weeks and months ahead. You will have many questions as to why? You will have many things to get ready or go through and that should be done in time. Sometimes it just can’t be faced and that’s ok, for you will know when the time is right for you. There is no right or wrong way to grieve it’s an individual journey that unfortunately we now have to take. I ask that God give the comfort, strength and courage that you are going to need. When and if the time is right for you please contact me. You can cry, vent, or just talk as only another person who has been where you are can really know what you are going through. May God continue to be with you and heal you.
In memory of my son
Spc Harry (Buck) Winkler III
KIA 11/12/06 Samarra, Iraq
82nd Airborne 2-505th PIR
June 13, 2008
To the Family and Friends of this Soldier:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and 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 none of us wanted to join, 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. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA
Linda Cano
June 10, 2008
Another family grieves the loss of a loved one. The nation grieves the loss of another American Hero. May God bring comfort to all of you. Thank you and rest in peace, Matthew.
June 7, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss!
Our HEROES will never be forgotten.
God Bless !
Jamie(Proud wife of a deployed Sailor)
marinecomfortquilts.us
Sandra Bailey
June 6, 2008
I am sorry for the loss of your son.
The mother of
Sgt. First Class
Matthew Hatfield
82nd Airborne
Beverly Montgomery
June 2, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
RIP PFC Aaron J. Ward 4/28/89 - 5/6/08
Gary Tolle
June 1, 2008
Thank you Matthew for your brave and honorable service to our country and for the ultimate price you paid for our nation. We recently lost PFC Aaron J. Ward 5/6/08 who was killed in action in Iraq. My promise to my nephew was to visit every guest book for every soldier after him. May god be with the Brown family during this time of grief. Matthew will forever be in the hearts and prayers of an entire nation for his commitment and service. God bless you soldier and the Brown Family. Our family will forever remember and share in your grief.
In Memory of Matthew ~ (Debra Estep)
May 31, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Matthew, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b
Melissa Dodson
May 27, 2008
I wanted to express my condolences on the loss of your son. I have not lost a child but I lost my husband Sgt. Philip Allan Dodson jr. died December 2 2005 in Iraq. Please let God comfort you in this time of loss as only he can.
S Barron
May 26, 2008
To the family of Matt Brown......May God grant you peace and comfort during this most difficult time. Matt gave his life that we may continue to live in Freedom. Thankyou Matt and the many courageous Soldiers that protect our Country.........
The Butler Family
May 26, 2008
We honor Matthew's sacrifice and the Family and Friends who nurtured him.
Heather W
May 22, 2008
I had a class senior year with Matt. He was always so quiet but you could tell he was a great guy. I didnt even know he joined the army, and when I read that he passed I couldnt believe it. He was a good guy, and this is a terrible loss. My thoughts are with the family members, I am so sorry. Matt may you rest in peace
nicole coates
May 22, 2008
i was sadden to hear about matts passing. He was a great friend of mine in school and i will greatly miss him. i was so proud of him when he joined the army and prayed for him. Matt was a kind hearted person and always made me smile. I will have his family and friends in my thoughts and prays.
Tom&Karen Launer
May 22, 2008
Tothe Brown Family Our prayers are with you all You have to be proud of Matt . You had him for a short time God must need him now. He will take good care of him
Cheryl Parks
May 21, 2008
May you rest in peace PVT Brown. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Thankyou for our freedom.
PFC Larry Parks Jr. KIA 6-18-07
Michelle
May 21, 2008
I am so sorry for you loss. Thank you for your sacrifice. I would just like to tell you your son, brother, nephew, friend is a HERO in my eyes. Your family is in my prayers. May God comfort you in your time of loss and may you find peace in your hearts knowing you will be with him again someday. From one military family to another, may God bless you and keep you by His side.
MaryBeth Duffy
May 21, 2008
To the Brown Family,
My prayers and sorrow are with you during this time of shock and grief. I'll always remember Matt as such a sweet and caring guy... I know he is an angel in God's Army now, safe, and at peace. He was too good for this world. I love you all and will always be here for your support.
Carol Lackey
May 21, 2008
I do not know this family personally but I am a greatful American. Please accept my condolences & prayers for this brave family. May God bless, comfort & keep you all.
Maggie Tkatch
May 21, 2008
I was Matt's teacher at Seneca Valley Senior High School. He was a great kid. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I will keep Matt and his family in my prayers. Thank you Matt for defending our country.
Sheila Pringle
May 21, 2008
Thank you Matt Brown for my freedom. May you rest in Peace.
To the Brown family,
I will keep you in my prayers and in my heart. Your HERO is this country's HERO and we comfort you in your time of great loss.
Michelle
May 21, 2008
A Hero is never forgotten! May God bless the Brown family for the loss of their true hero.
Dan Avakian
May 20, 2008
Matthew,
You were a good boy with a beautiful smile and an attitude toward life that many including myself wished we could achieve. Your memory will always live in my heart, from the time you were a little boy running around the house to the few minutes that I spent with you recently on your last visit. I got to see how that very special young boy grew up to become a real gentleman a model for all other young men. Thank you for the times that I was privileged to spend with you over the years. There is no doubt in my mind or heart that you are now safely with the Lord.
Jim, Julia, Ron, Georgia Ann, Helen, Sandy, Fidel, Sarah & Joe, there are no words to describe the loss of such a fine young man, my deepest heartfelt condolences to you all. Although Matthew was his own man, his manner was also a reflection of the fine parenting and love of extended family that helped raise him. You are good people and you produced a good boy. I pray for comfort and peace in your hearts at this time of mourning and in the years to come.
With love and respect,
Rob & Sarah Kasenter
May 20, 2008
To the Brown family, you have our deepest sympathy. Your son made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and for that, we are forever grateful. May he rest in peace.
Former Butler residents
Fran
May 20, 2008
May God bless you, mother and father of this brave America. One day you will be with him once again.
Gary Kelley
May 20, 2008
My condolences to all of you for your loss. Thank you for your service Pvt. Matt Brown and rest in peace.
Father of a Soldier
Tammy McCartney
May 20, 2008
Thank you and your son for his sacrifice for our country and our freedom! God Bless you and your family during this great loss in your life. Your son's unselfish act does not go unnoticed!
May 20, 2008
Dear Brown Family,
May God Bless you and your family and keep Matt in his arms.
This Country thanks you and Matt for your supreme sacifice.
There are no words to make your pain go away. Just know that many people are keeping you in their thoughts and prayers over the loss of your beautiful son.
Edie Cain
May 20, 2008
I give you this scripture and ask that you stand on it in your time of sorrow,please let it be uplifting to you now and in the future.Love,the mother of a Marine serving in Tal Aswad, Iraq. Please know that your son was serving in a much higher armed force. 1 Cor 15:51-58
Ed Cohen
May 20, 2008
American Legion Post 474 of Zelienople, mourns the loss of this
brave soldier.
Post Historian
Valerie
May 20, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My boyfriend safely returned home from his deployment in Bagdad, Iraq with the US Army's 3rd Infantry Division, however many of our friends did not. Your family are not only in my prayers, but worldwide people are praying for your family, Matt, and all of the soldiers still fighting. Matt and his brothers are the reason why we are free and we are eternally grateful for men like him. May god and peace be with you at this time.
Lisa Schnur
May 20, 2008
To the Brown Family
Thank you for your sacrifice for our country. May God bless you at this tragic time.
Lisa
Ester Vargas Pipersky
May 20, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ruth Morgan
May 19, 2008
I lost a my child, he was 27 yrs old...Therefore, I know how you feel. May God shower down peace, and give you comfort in your time of sorrow...He "Pvt Matthew Brown" died for us, and we love him for giving his life for his country...
May 18, 2008
Private Brown,
I come from a family of six combat soldiers. I was lucky enough to serve but not in wartime. I thank you. As I sit with my children tonight over dinner, I think of your sacrafice. You gave your life for my kids. Dave
Sara Sams
May 18, 2008
With a sadden heart I send your family our Deepest Sympathy. God Bless You. The Sams & Osborne Family
Martha Cabe
May 17, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. We all thank Matthew and all the brave men and women who gave their all in this war. I just want you to know that there are many of us who know your pain. I lost my son, Staff Sgt. Jonathan K. Dozie in Iraq on Jan. 9 of this year. My heart is broken not only for myself and my family but for yours and the all too many families that are suffering. My prayers are with you and your whole family for the comfort that only God can give.
Sincerely,
REBECCA DE LA CRUZ
May 16, 2008
I DID NOT KNOW MATTHEW BUT I JUST WANT TO SAY THANKS FOR EVERYTHING THAT HE DID FOR OUR COUNTRY WHILE HE WAS A SOLDIER AND GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY
Suzanne MacDaniel
May 16, 2008
To the Brown family,
I know there are no words to say, except how sorry I am for your loss. May you hold Matthews' memory in your heart and please remember he shall never be forgotten.
...For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed.
But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.
Suzanne MacDaniel
A Proud Aunt
David M.Fisher
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
May 15, 2008
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 sympathies.
william williamson
May 15, 2008
"NO GREATER LOVE IS THAT, THEN HE WHO GIVES HIS LIFE FOR A FRIEND", THANKS FOR THE GIFT MATTHEW. MY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
CSM W.H.WILLIAMSON
Doug Hall
May 14, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. My son Alex is a U.S. Marine and graduated from Seneca Valley with Matt, so this really hits home. When I told Alex he said to send his condolences as well. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God Bless You.
JOEY AVAKIAN
May 14, 2008
Pvt. Matthew Brown was my brother he was the best brother I could ever have I miss my hero. He came in the summer to my mother’s house every summer to visit it use. I was so happy when he came. He always came with my sister Julie. I always had fun with him. We use to make videos with his video camera. I always spent lots of time with him. I remembered the time when I went to my moms last time he was there. I had a whole day with him my brother Fidel we went in to town and we were going to get me a fake tattoo but it looked real we were thinking about what are mom would say. A solider a brother a hero that was Pvt. Matthew Brown. R.S.P MATTHEW BROWN
Valorie
May 14, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I know how you feel losing a "HERO",Becoming a "Gold Star" Mother myself on 25 March.. The sacrafice our sons and daughters are making on a daily basis should tell us all..These young HEROS knew full well what they were doing and did it proudly When you hug your loved ones tonight.... Remember... We also hugged ours and they were protecting you..We.. as Americans need to make the "Ultimate Sacrafice" by supporting all our military(HEROS)...the Proud Mom of SGT. Jason W. Swiger
5th Squadron, 73rd Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne,Fort Bragg, N.C. KIA 3/25/007
Sandy Bonesteel
May 14, 2008
Please know that as a mother of a Soldier; I'm grieving with you. As are so many, many others.
May 13, 2008
Rest in Peace Brave Soul.
With Love,
Sister of a Fallen Marine. T~
SHIRLEY DONEY
May 13, 2008
REST IN PEACE PVT. BROWN, TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS MAY THE MEMORIES OF THIS WONDERFUL SOLDIERS LIFE FILL YOUR HEARTS WITH BEAUTIFUL MEMORIES
GOD BLESS YOU
Gale Poindexter
May 13, 2008
I am writing to offer my deepest sympathies to you and your family over the loss of your HERO Pvt Matthew Brown. I lost my son in Iraq on May 6/2007, so I can well understand your pain of losing a loved one so dear.
I pray you will be guided by a higher power to give you peace, comfort and strength in this time.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit
GOD Bless you and your family. Your soldier was a true American Hero and we are all very proud of his service. He will not be forgotten!
(Proud mother of Sgt Joel W. Lewis, 5/20, 3-2 SBCT /Ft Lewis
KIA 5/6/07, Baqubah, Iraq)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXAX__FZYg4
Zena James
May 13, 2008
Truly a hero. You will alway's be remembered. Thank you so much for my freedom.
Garnet Jenkins
May 13, 2008
In Humble Thanks, to this Brave Young Soldier, who has lost his life, while in the Service of our Country and for Freedom, With so much gratitude for his Courage, and his Unselfish Dedication and Service.
Rest Safely now, Pvt. Matthew Brown, in the Hands of God and may the Peace of God be with your loving family.
Those who Make these Sacrifices, So Many and So Young, shall Never Be Forgotten, my brother among them, Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
"I consider that our present sufferings.
are not worth comparing with the glory
that shall be revealed in us."
~ Romans 8:18 ~
I am sincerely hoping that you feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the days ahead, as this Grateful Country morns with you, for someone very precious to you, who is a True American Hero to all of us.
I am So Deeply Sorry for your Loss.
May 13, 2008
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!!
I would also like to tell you about a website, http://groups.msn.com/SSPSoldierPor
traits/homepage,
where some wonderful people will make wood portraits of your fallen Hero for free for the immediate family. I became aware of this site when I wanted to do something special for Le Ron’s mother.
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett (Queens, NY)
Shelley H
May 13, 2008
From our military family to yours, we would like to thank PVT Matthew Brown for his service and sacrifice to this great country, as well as send our deepest condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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