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for Matthew Petke
Tracy Vennell
November 15, 2013
I miss you both so much . Especially this time of year , when Brenda would do her lays ways for Christmas and Matt trying peek , we met at where I work
Pike Creek kmart
I still till this day hear their voices calling my name . Few weeks ago I saw Matt outside , just for a second and then he was gone . I believe more then anything now that angels watch over us . I love and miss you both and I'll be at the church to visit next week
Tracy
November 15, 2013
I miss you both so much . Especially this time of year , when Brenda would do her lays ways for Christmas and Matt trying peek , we met at where I work
Pike Creek kmart
I still till this day hear their voices calling my name . Few weeks ago I saw Matt outside , just for a second and then he was gone . I believe more then anything now that angels watch over us . I love and miss you both and I'll be at the church to visit next week
Shaneka Kelley
April 11, 2013
Well Matt and Brenda it's been about 5 months since you two have been gone. I still miss you guys terribly. I still look for your smiling faces at work. I don't think I will ever get used to you being gone. You are never far from my thoughts. Love you always my friends!
December 20, 2012
I miss you so much Brenda & Matt !!!!
December 19, 2012
So stunned to hear of your loss. Please know that Matt was a wonderful young man & I'm sure his wife was a beautiful person. Thinking of you. Juanita Garey Melling
KELLY MCLAIN
December 11, 2012
MISS && LOVE YALL! Remembering all the good times..
Selina Wilson
December 6, 2012
I miss yall, love yall so much
JOHN O'CONNOR
December 2, 2012
JOHNNYO WORKED WITH MATT SIDE BY SIDE AT THE WARE HOUSE AT BANK OF AMWERICA AND MATT WAS A JOY TO WORK WITH AND WILL BE MISSED BY ALL OF THE REPS AND MANAGERS AND HEAD BOSSES AND SO WILL BRENDA AS WELL OK LOVE FROM JOHN AND DAWN O'CONNOR
Kelly MClain
November 30, 2012
A rainbow of love has been lifted up to the eternal after life called heaven ! The Lord our savior just got two more very kind hearted people that were so full of joy and willing to accomplish any challenge that was brought to then during life. They were very determined an egger to do as much as they can be it work, volunteer or social life. Brenda had a smile to light up a room, Matt had a heart of gold. Both perfect for each other they loved the beach and there dogs were there children. You both will forever have a special place in my heart. The tears that I shedded today were in remembrance of both Matt & Brenda. May you both RIP.
LISA ARCIOLA
November 30, 2012
the service was really nice for people were going to miss ALOT THEY HAVE MANY PEOPLE WHO LOVE THEM THAT CAME I'M SO GLAD I WAS THERE TODAY
Debbie Clark
November 30, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I've known Brenda for years working at the bank and she was such an outgoing person and loved by many. Matt I would see when he would pick Brenda up from work and the smile she would have on her face as she was getting off the shuttle you could tell it was love. RIP Matt and Brenda
Sarah S. (BOA)
November 29, 2012
We know that the sun is shining on you and you are always with us in spirit! Our warm thoughts go out to family and friends.
Lori Baker
November 27, 2012
Brenda and Matt were such a special couple. They both brought so much joy to anyone who had the pleasure of spending time with them. My prayers go out to their families.
Sherrye (MBNA)
November 26, 2012
My deepest sympathies to the families of Brenda & Matt. I had the pleasure of knowing and interacting with both on numerous occassions working at MBNA. They were two wonderful people and will be miss by many.
Adriane Davis Taylor
November 26, 2012
Two great people are now angels in Heaven. I mentored Brenda at MBNA for several years and I will miss her.
Dot McFadden
November 25, 2012
Matt and Brenda touched so many lives with their warmth and enthusiasm for life. Their gentle and abiding love for each other was an inspiration to me and to so many others.
Love and prayers to both families...
Lillian Cleaver
November 24, 2012
Brenda was a joy always. Her smile would light up a room. I would see her coming to Account Payable at MBNA and I would begin to smile. It was a pleasure to have known her and a privilege. She will be missed by many here on earth however loved and in the arms of GOD forever.
Crystal Clough
November 23, 2012
What a tragedy to find out two beautiful people were taken too soon. I will miss Brenda's huge smile, tender hellos and the hallway conversations. May both families find comfort in the memories they made with Brenda and Matt. God Bless you all.
Erin Buchanan
November 23, 2012
I am a better person for having known Brenda. It was an honor and privilege to have met her and worked with her. She was the epitome of sunshine and a great representation of all things wonderful in this world. I will hold my many fond memories of her close in my heart forever. Whenever I said to Brenda "have a nice day" her response was always "you do too". I will always remember that and think happy thoughts of Brenda.
November 23, 2012
i sat next to her on 10'00 break.s we talked a lot .i will miss her a lot; my name is dianna lennick .i think about her all the time i sit where we sat all sat on brake.s
Crystal Talarowski
November 23, 2012
RIP Mathew and Brenda Petke.
Matthew Planer
November 22, 2012
I will miss seeing you at work.
I'll never forget you and your beautiful wedding.
November 22, 2012
My name is David Murphy I was the cousin of Brenda, my father is Robert Murphy the brother of mary, i didnt know her that well but i was there when she got married , she was a lovely lady and nice my heart goes out to mary
Mary MBNA
November 22, 2012
Brenda & Matt gave their time & talent to everyone they met & loved. Brenda's angelic face & smile welcomed all who met her. Together God will cradle them in his loving enbrace.
November 22, 2012
We have been reliving all the good times with Matt and Brenda and extend our heartfelt sympathy to all in Delaware, family and friends who also grieve their loss. Trust in the Lord. Karen and Gene Nygaard
Christopher Cooper
November 22, 2012
RIP Matt and Brenda thanks for the smiles and wonderful spirit and work you brought to our gym/workplace/State.
Paula Slagle
November 22, 2012
I had the honor of meeting Brenda and Matt through the Bank of America Best Buddy Program. Their smiles were contagious and they truly enjoyed life. We have all learned life lessons from them. Thoughts to everyone who they touched as this is a a tragic loss to all of us!!
Michelle Baker-Jones
November 22, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Brenda and Matt. I worked with Brenda years ago and will always remember her bright smile and sunny personality. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
November 21, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to Brenda and Matthew's families. I have fond memories of Brenda from our days together in the Law Department at MBNA. Brenda was a happy person and always had a smile on her face. I never had the opportunity to meet Matthew but remember when they started planning the wedding - Brenda was so happy!
Kristin O'grady
November 21, 2012
R.I.P Brenda and Matt I am going to miss u guys. The two if u were so nice you are going to be dearly missed by everyone at work
Dawn Trinidad
November 21, 2012
Matt and Brenda are two special people who are in my heart. They are like family to me. I keep looking to see both of them at work. It seems empty without them. I will miss them alot. They invited my family into their lives. We had a lot of good times together which will be in my memories. My prayers are with their families.
Tim (MBNA) Naughton
November 21, 2012
Brenda and Matt - Blessed are those who have one hand held by God and the other held by a friend! Your examples, of love, of service, of love for life, burn brightly on this dark day.
Naomi Seinsoth
November 21, 2012
Matthew and Brenda - you are missed so much. You have been such an inspiration to so many. My heart is broken for your families. Your beautiful wedding memory - the joy and love are ever-present. Love never dies.
Michael Betley
November 21, 2012
May God Bless Brenda Lee Petke and Matthew Michael. And May God Bless all of the famiy members to aech family members To Blanda Lee Petke family members and To Matthew Michael family members. The couple will be missed in a special place's together.
Kathy L.
November 21, 2012
Matt & Brenda were a beautiful couple who were fortunate enough to be soul mates in both life and death. May they rest in peace together and may God bless their friends and family as they grieve for the loss of such wonderful human beings.
John Oconnor
November 21, 2012
Brenda and Matt Rip
Dawn Lazarczyk
November 21, 2012
Rip Brenda and Matt
I love comming to work everyday Brenda and Matt says to me Good Moring and Have a great day
chad carrel
November 21, 2012
they were great together i will miss them both i love them like family.I am glad GOD gave me chance to work with matt it was honor ill keep rooting for his 49ers to win for him i love you guys
Dawn Lazarczyk
November 21, 2012
Brenda and Matt two sweet poeple who i miss everyday at work
My hart going out to matt and brenda family and friends .
Kathleen McCool
November 21, 2012
For both parents of Brenda and Matthew I am so sorry for your loss. Brenda started MBNA when I did many moons ago. Brenda was such a sweet soul and angel to work with. She will be missed dearly by all.
Christine Askin
November 21, 2012
I had the privilege to be Brenda's Best Buddie. For close to two years, we enjoyed lunches, weekly phone conversations and outings.
Many of which included Matt. (even the phone calls since he would always chime in from the couch!)
Both were so generous and giving. The homemade cards, birthday cake recipes for my dogs, patience talking to my young children over the phone, the list goes on and on.
I will miss them so much and will always value the amazing friendship we shared.
lisa arciola
November 21, 2012
i was so privileged to work with brenda she and matt were to great people i will miss them so much-RIP
Judy Thompson
November 21, 2012
Two amazing souls and what an impression they left on all (I have fond memories of Brenda making her rounds at MBNA). With deepest sympathy on your tragic loss.
November 21, 2012
Brenda and Josh,
We are so very sorry. Please know that our prayers are with you and your family.
Patty and Grif Dodson
jen otteni
November 21, 2012
Matt & brenda were great people to work with and also good friends to have at work. They were always very helpfull and loving people. I will miss them terribly.
Tom
November 21, 2012
My sympathies go out to both families. May they rest in peace.
Michael Betley
November 21, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
November 21, 2012
Words cannot explain the tremodous devistation for this loss... God Bless...
Samantha Sagan
Rhonda Ray
November 21, 2012
Such a privilege to have known Matt and Brenda, to have experienced their love and joy in life. And Matt's great bear hug! My heart breaks with missing them, yet rejoices knowing they are in the truly Loving Arms, laughing, loving, living truly free of earth's limitations.
Hazel Hilton
November 21, 2012
Truly Blessed to know you both, rest peacefully.
BOA
November 21, 2012
may you rest in peace
November 21, 2012
Sorry to hear of Matthew's death. What a tragedy.
Wasy D'Cruz
Carla Cirillo
November 21, 2012
My heart is sadden by the lost of two wonderful people. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. My Brenda and Matt RIP.
Kelly MClain
November 21, 2012
Matt & Brenda - Where friends and co-workers of mine. They were two very happy down to earth people that truly enjoyed everything they did together in life. Brenda was very polite, positive, full of hapiiness and had a very kind heart always willing to help anyway that she can. Matt, was very socialble, into sports, hanging with friends and family and just happy about life. They both will be risen up into the eternal after world enjoying life as if it never ended. They will forever hold a special place in the lives of many people that the knew. Very involved in the community in so many ways and always giving back to help people less fortunate then them. May they both R.I.P.
Sheronda Ervin
November 21, 2012
I am so privileged to have met and worked with Brenda. She definitely left an impression with me. I didn't meet Matt personally, but I feel like I knew Matt as well as much as Brenda talked about him long before the wedding. It is so good to know that they both touched so many lives in such a profound and loving way. I have nothing but fond memories of Brenda. The Law Department would not have been the same without her there to keep the Admins in order. RIH
Jason Donovan
November 21, 2012
It was an honor to have worked with both Brenda and Matt and to be given so many beautiful memories. My condolences to the families and friends, this loss will be felt by many.
Kelly McLain
November 21, 2012
Matt & Brenda - where more the co-workers, they were both friends of mine. They were always so pleasant and happy on the daily basis. They were very involved on the community ! They were dog lovers and had 2 beautiful service dogs Reni , Connor. I'm deeply saddened that this happened both of them but I know they will be up in the eternal after world as angels watching over all there friends and family. R.I.P Matt & Brenda Petke
Selina Wilson
November 21, 2012
I work with Matt and Brenda ,they are the best , they just like family , i love yall , i wish yall was still here ..... this feel like a dream
Tom & Gail Dibble
November 21, 2012
We are deeply saddened by the loss of two most caring and wonderful people who graced the lives of many. For those of us who knew them, and there are many, we were all blessed to have been a part of their lives. They and their families will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Kay Harvey
November 21, 2012
What a tragedy and great loss for all of us yet living in this world. They will be missed by everyone. Kay Harvey
Vickie Denton
November 21, 2012
What a inspiration! God Bless and RIP.
Becky Moreno
November 21, 2012
I am sorry to hear about Brenda and Matt. Brenda had the biggest heart I have ever seen for the Lord and for her husband and dogs. She will be certainly be missed by many. I know that she will be doing great things in Heaven with our Heavenly Father. I had the opportunity to work with Brenda for a short time.
November 21, 2012
Deeply Sadden about 2 truly friends they had.
Love,Renee&Mark Kalokkitis Wilmingon,DE.
Scotland Thistle 2006
Guy & Sharon McElvain
November 21, 2012
Matt & Brenda Scotland 2006
Guy & Sharon McElvain
November 21, 2012
Matt at Lochness, Scotland 2006
Guy & Sharon McElvain
November 21, 2012
Matt by the River Scotland 2006
Guy & Sharon McElvain
November 21, 2012
Flora Castle Gardens 2006
Guy & Sharon McElvain
November 21, 2012
Castle Party Scotland 2006
Guy & Sharon McElvain
November 21, 2012
Poppies Castle Gardens 2006
Guy & Sharon McElvain
November 21, 2012
Scotland 2006
Guy & Sharon McElvain
November 21, 2012
Matt & Brenda Scotland 2006
Guy & Sharon McElvain
November 21, 2012
Guy McElvain
November 20, 2012
The world has lost two wonderful people but their souls will shine bright in my life forever. I am so sorry for their family and friends, my deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers to all of you.
November 20, 2012
I am deeply touched by Matt and Brenda in life and now in death. I wonder if they even knew how loved they were at MBNA, by so many who they probably didn't even know by name. They were truly special human beings. Deepest sympathies to their families and loved ones.
Shaneka Kelley
November 20, 2012
Matt and Brenda were not just co-workers to me, but they were truely my friends. They showed me such friendship, love, and compassion that will forever impact my life. I will miss Brenda's smile and Matt's laughter, but you two will always be in my heart!
Tracy Vennell
November 20, 2012
Im truly saddened by the loss of these to very beautful people.The were loved and admire and accomplised so much to others.I remembered when Reni passed their beloved Golden Retriever.He was not just a dog he was their child.Our bond grew closer as I tried to comfort them with this loss.I too have a big dog lover.They truly were the kindest two people I have ever met.I walked my retriever last night and looked up at sky with thoughts of them,and I saw only two stars.Thats when I knew they were safe> and they were already shining bright.Brenda came on day and gave me the script Of rainbow bridge.It is about what happens to dogs and animals when they go to Heaven,She said Im okay now,Reni is playing and happy up there.she said its all going to be okay.
Mike Sautter
November 20, 2012
My deepest sympathy for a couple who lived life to the fullest every day. Matt and Brenda were the most joyful couple who provided endless happiness to those who were fortunate to be blessed by their presence. I had spent many hours at MBNA talking with both of both Matt and Brenda and ejoyed watching their happiness and love develop through the years. They will truely be missed by all who knew them.
Dawn Hess
November 20, 2012
Two terrific people have been taken from us and will be missed. May you rest in peace. My prayers go out to your families.
Tracy vennell
November 20, 2012
I'm saddened about Matt and Brenda's passing.There lives touched so many.I was prviledged enough to have them in my life.Reni was always topic of conversation
That dog was not just a dog, it was their child.When Reni passed our grew stronger.Brenda brought the Rainbow bridge script, about dogs making there way to heaven.They were truly the kindest people I have ever met..I walked my dog and I saw only two bright stars in the. Sky
I KNEW THEY WERE SAFE..I WILL MISS YOU
November 20, 2012
we miss you
Christin Gugretsky
November 20, 2012
Matt and Brenda were the two most beautiful people with the warmest hearts. Though I did not see much of them, the few times left a lasting impression and some very fond and funny memories. How priviledged I was to have both in my family. Sending my thoughts, love, and hugs to their family and friends. They will be surely missed but never forgotten.
Keri Colburn
November 20, 2012
I will always remember Matt and Brenda. RIP
Linda Walker
November 20, 2012
My heart is broken... Two truly inspiring, amazing and beautiful souls. This world has lost beauty. My thoughts, prayers and love are with you Josh, Brenda and family. Love, Linda - Josie's daughter.
Amanda Gregg
November 20, 2012
Matt and Brenda were two of the most beautiful people I have ever met. They were the sun on a rainy day! They will both be missed so dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with the family right now.
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