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for Jake Matthews
Brandon Palacio
September 16, 2023
My friend and brother Jake,
I miss you very much, I apologize that this is very late, but I never forgot! Growing up together gave me a very long list of fond cherished memories. I never had a brother but you were the closest to it and I will always love you my best guy. You will never be forgotten, you will always be my family. Thank you for every day I got to spend with you. I´ll see you again, until that day comes, try not to get into too much trouble without me in heaven. Much love to you.
Janie Hatch
January 2, 2008
Cheryl, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We(myself, Shelby, Cliff & Corey) have wonderful memories of your loving son. May God Bless you and your family.
Michele Matthews
January 1, 2008
Dear Jake . We all love and miss you so much. There is not a day goes by that you are not spoken of . The girls kept wondering on Christmas day when the door would open if it was you . Give Lynn a big bear hug from us - we sure do miss those . Love Michele and Dave Christy Oakley Stevie and Chloe
We miss you soooo much. Please take care of your yourself. Watch over your Mom and Sister when they need you most. Love you Jake Patrick Matthews
Shannon McBride
December 30, 2007
Hey little Buddy,
Just wanted to write a note to tell you how much I miss you. I think about you everyday and wish I could just call to say hi and make sure you are ok. I know you are in a peaceful place and you are surrounded by your dad's love and practical jokes. Please take care of yourself and check on grandma stewart for me k. Give your mom and sister hugs when they need them the most. I love you little buddy and look forward to spending time with you again. Dee Dee says hi to Roger and she misses him too. Take care buddy and rest in peace. Aunt Shannon
shauna morley
December 30, 2007
Hello my sweet sister,Cheryl and my sweet niece, Brynn. I'm sure that both of you, and even Jake (up in Heaven) are totally surprised to see that I found my way on the internet and this page to leave you my love. I can't believe that I did it without anyones help, I think maybe Diane and Jake had a hand in it. I miss them both as I know we all do. Cheryl thank you for letting me be another mom to him. I'm glad that I got to be the obnoxious mom that didn't have to ever change his diaper. I'm so grateful for all of the fun trips and times that you let us share with you and Lynn, Brynn, and Jake. The years seemed to go by too quickly. I still remember the time in Sugar House park and him telling Shannon with his cute little mouth, "you teaser". I know when Shannon reads this she and Jake will get a big smile on their faces. Cheryl and Brynn sometimes when it seems like life takes so much I know that both of you will also remember that it gives so much, too. That's the kind of people the two of you are. After the funeral a good friend of mine gave me this saying, "One way to have a little bit of Heaven in your home is to have someone from your home in Heaven." I don't know why Lynn and Jake had to go sooner than we wanted them to but I do know that God knows and the two of you will make it through this because you have the love of each other and all of us, too. I love you so much and pray each night that you will be helped out of this sad time and slowly find renewed happiness. Love the computer geek (oh wait that's you, Cheryl--just kidding)Love, your computer illiterate sister and aunt, shauna
Lucy and Ray Belian
December 22, 2007
We just heard the news yesterday, and my heart was so heavy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Cheryl and Brinn, and to all your extended family.
Margaret Anne Finnegan
December 13, 2007
Dear Aunt June, Dave and Cheryl,
So sorry to hear about Jake. I only met him a few times, but he looks so much like Lynn, I feel that he must have been a really special person. I hope you can take comfort from the knowledge that he enriched your lives with wonderful memories.
Julia Berck
December 6, 2007
Jake was a guy in my life i will never forget, not only was he was my friend, he was someone who i had deeper feelings for. I will never forget our talks we had on the phone and the short time visits we shared in high school.You will always be in my heart Jake
Mike, Lorna, Jason, Allison, Karen, Ernie, Ray, Dave & Keith
December 6, 2007
Cheryl~
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Tom and Sharon Schneider
December 5, 2007
Cheryl & Brynn,
We are so sorry to hear of your beloved Jake's passing. It must be terribly hard to lose such a wonderful son and brother. We didn't know him well, but our son, Randy, was very fond of him during the many years when he spent so much time with all of you. May the memories of your special times with Jake bring you comfort and may God's loving arms surround you with His peace.
With love,
Kathy Liebelt
December 5, 2007
Jake will be missed. He has been a good friend of our son Colby since he was a boy. What a great kid! He became a wonderful young man as well. I remember that he called our house once from Iraq, and it gave me chills to think that he was over there risking his life. We were so relieved when he came home. Our condolences to the entire family.
Neal and Bonnie Keating
December 4, 2007
We are so sorry and sad to hear of Jakes passing,I remember Jake coming to our house and laughing about High School stuff and life in general. Our son Brandon Keating went to be with God on August 10, 2007 I can see Brandon and Jake laughing once again in Heaven.
Neal and Bonnie Keating
December 4, 2007
We are so sad to hear about Jake, Our son Brandon Keating and Jake were great friends and I remember many great times with the both of them laughing together at our house. Brandon passed away August 10, 2007 Jake and Brandon can laugh together in Heaven again.
Bonnie Armstrong
December 4, 2007
My husband and I were shocked to see this name in the paper. Our 2 year old grandson is named Jake Matthews (lives in San Juan Capistrano, CA). We are sorry for your loss, and we are grateful for his military service. His name does live on though (although not related). From what we have read, I pray that our grandson will give honor to YOUR Jake Matthews name too. We are sorry for your loss.
Kemp and Ann Baker
December 4, 2007
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cori Isbell
December 4, 2007
I was so shocked to see Jake's name in the paper. Jake went to school with my kids, Caley & Kyle Isbell. He played football football with my son. I work at Murrieta Valley High school and remember Jake very well. I am so sorry for your loss. Can't believe he made it through the war, and is now gone. Again I am so sorry for your loss.
stephanie king
December 4, 2007
Dear Dave, Michele, & Brittnie,
I was so shocked and saddened by the news of Jake's death. I cannot begin to comprehend the why of such a thing and I can't imagine how you all must be feeling. I hope that you can find some peace inside and comfort from the gift that he was in your lives. I wish you serenity and solace in this most difficult time.
namastay...
love,
steph
Ross Garrett
December 4, 2007
Dave,
I am so sorry to hear of you nephews passing. My prayers will be with you… the only thing that can help you get through these tuff times is each other…
Douglas Schatz
December 3, 2007
Jake I just saw you a few months ago in Murrieta, and it had been so long since our I h o p days. Man it was good to see you and catch up, you grew up to be a fine man! Sorry to hear we lost you but your in a better place now, hangin with Brandon. One day all three of us will see each other again and pick up were we left off. Rest in Peace brother!
Rachelle Heineken
December 3, 2007
Cheryl, Brynn, Brittnie & Family;
I was so deeply saddened to hear of Jake's passing. Though I only met him a couple of times when he was much younger, I do have fond, vivid memories of him. I can remember him as a very polite, thoughtful and funny child. Though I never knew him as an adult, it appears as though he carried those qualites with him through his life. May memories of your time with him be of solace and comfort to you while you await the time when you can be with him again. God bless you.
Heather Mayer
December 3, 2007
Cheryl & family,
I am so sorry for your tremendous loss. Jake was a wonderful person full of life and energy. I had just a short time to get to know Jake but in that time he treated me as if he had know me forever. He had such a big heart & I know anyone that met him could feel that. I only wish I could have had more time to get to know him. He will be missed by many, I will miss him. Cheryl, my thoughts and prayers are with you. If there is anything you need or I can do I am here for you and your family. Love you guys.
Heather Lawrence
December 3, 2007
First of all, I'd like to say I am sorry for your loss!! And, second of all, Thank-you Mr. Jake Matthews for serving our country and helping to make us safer!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!!
Callister family
December 3, 2007
Our family will greatly miss Jake. We always enjoyed when he would show up for Sunday dinners. Jake always had a special place in my daughters' eyes. I don't think I have every seen anyone melt Paityn's heart more than Jake did. When Jake entered the room Paityn's eyes would light up and she would slowly sneak up to him and wait for him to acknowledge her. What joy it brought Trish and I to see this. We will never forget our "knuckles Jake."
Joy Finnegan
December 3, 2007
Cheryl, Brynne, Aunt June, & Family
My heart sunk to my toes when I heard about Jake's passing. What a wonderful guy with such a big spirit. My mother and I enjoyed visiting with him in Temmecula and he was such a gentleman to my mother, always catering to her every need. I know that he is with our family in heaven, but he will be missed dearly.
God Bless You.
Love,
Joy
Daralee Stewart
December 3, 2007
Cheryl and Bryn,
Words cannot express how deeply saddened I was to hear of Jake's passing. I cannot even begin to tell you just how truly sorry I am. I just want you to know how thankful I am to have become a part of your warm, welcoming and most of all, loving family. I truly feel honored and blessed to have gotten to know Jake for the past 15 years, I love him like a brother. You are both in my thoughts and prayers through this difficult time and always.
scott hale
December 3, 2007
Cheryl,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with you and your loved ones.
Cody & Suzy West
December 2, 2007
Jake was a great next door neighbor. He was such a good talker and a nice guy to be around. We will really miss him! Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this hard time.
Love, The West Family
Shannon - Dare - Aydan McBride - Stewart
December 2, 2007
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 1998-2007
I LOVE YOU SOOOOO MUCH TO THE SKY
Aydan James Stewart
December 2, 2007
Uncle Jake,
I can't believe the time we had together was soooo short. I will always cherish our great big hugs we gave each other every time you came over. I know you had so much more to teach me and experience with me but I know deep down inside you will find a way to still teach me all the fun and exciting things you could't wait to do with me. Every time I hear a "loud" sounding sweet looking car I will know that you are saying, "what's up". Please take care of yourself and give my grandma one of your great big "bear" hugs for me. I love you Uncle Jake.... Love your nephew Aydan
Christie Allred
December 2, 2007
I love you Jake. I'll miss you something awful. I have a picture of you with your crooked grin that I will cherish.
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