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Matthew William Ertel

1979 - 2006

BORN

1979

DIED

2006

Matthew Ertel Obituary

Matthew William Ertel, 26, died Saturday, June 3, 2006, in Bedford.

Funeral: 10 a.m. Wednesday at Fellowship Church, 2450 Highway 121 N., Grapevine. Burial: Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to lymphoma.org or by the gift of blood and platelets in memory of Matthew.

He was preceded in death by grandparents, Barbara Danner and Edward W. Ertel.

Survivors: His mother, Peggy Danner; father, Ted Ertel; sister, Stephanie Whitham; brothers, Nick Whitham and Chris Manley; grandmother, Sarah Rosetano; grandfather, Ronald Danner; and a host of family members and friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Jun. 5, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Matthew Ertel

14 Entries

Christopher Lafferre

December 29, 2006

Happy Birthday Brother!
(Yesterday the 28th)

I didn't get a chance to write you yesterday because I drove to Grapevine and back home after work to see you and the family and wish you a Happy Birthday.

Everything looks great! They did a really good job. I know you would like the way it turned out.

Not a day goes by that I don't miss or think of you. It's hard for everybody..but we know you would want us to be happy and stay strong.

You’re getting closer to being a new uncle to my baby boy! I'm so anxious to tell him about you and what a great man you were.

Stay by our sides and continue to watch over us, as I know you do. I'll keep talking to you in prayer.

I hope you blew out 27 bright candles!

Christopher Lafferre

August 9, 2006

Matt,

There isn't a day that goes by, where I am not reminded or think of you and all the amazing things that we did and shared together.

I miss you more than you can imagine..but I know that God has a plan for you and all of us.

We are still setting up a more permanent website to place messages, pictures, your artwork, maybe soundtracks we liked etc etc. at www.MATTHEWERTEL.COM

Mark, is going to use his expertise and all the information we can give him...to hopefully develop a page that we can visit for as many years as possible. Hopefully everyone will be able to visit, maybe not each day for some.. but it will be there for everyone seeking to obtain the solace that You provided. The Solace you had in life..is definitely not gone with your passing. I feel it, know it, and ask for it ever day when I talk to you!

Every time I go into a burning building..I pray that your by my side. Guiding me through pitch blackness conditions to keep myself and my fire company safe...like I know you can!

I have told your mother and sister already and I'm sure if you have been watching down and blessing all of us...you are already well aware that you are going to be an official Uncle! (Congratulations! I can see a smile on your face with that one!) :)

We aren't sure of the sex yet..but Tina is over 8 weeks along now. Ultrasounds look great. Strong heartbeat and everything is in place. With any luck...and help from God...we are expecting a baby on March 17, 2007. St. Patrick's Day! haha I know you'll be beside me in spirit..as we always tried to be beside each other to celebrate our important occasions and celebrations! Your mother is already promising to possibly baby-sit for us a few times! haha One that I'm sure we will arrange!:)

My wish is that someday...hopefully....long from now...I will join you again and we will both await..the arrival of my wife, children, your family and we can celebrate like old times. I miss those times! More than anything...just knowing you were having a good time and the SMILE on your face is enough for me! I wish that I could ask for this to come sooner...but I know I'm not in control of who is writing that "plan".

Until then. Thanks for showing us what true love, dedication, integrity, and what the meaning of life..really is all about!

Especially friendship!

Your friend until - infinity,

C.L.

Brittney Winkle

June 15, 2006

I met Matt through Lori Fowler when she asked me to help head up the bone marrow drive in Matts honor. It was a pleasure to know Matt, he never complained or had a negative attitude about anything. His smile brighten the day of kids all over this campus. He was a truly remarkable man and my life is better for knowing him. Thank you so much for bringing him into this world and allowing him to touch the lives of so many. He will be remembered always. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Rodney Ross

June 12, 2006

I was just informed of your loss, and am deeply saddened by his passing. Matt was a very welcome addition to the photography Dept. and it was an honor to have known such a fine young man.

Godspeed to you and yours.

Ginger (Smith) Eckart

June 8, 2006

Dear Ted and family,

I was really sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dawn Knox (Napper)

June 7, 2006

Dear Family,

I only knew Matt a little from when he would have dinner at my parents house (Nappers) and from what my dad would say about him and the occasional emails we would exchange. But I knew enough to know what a wonderful young man he was that will be greatly missed! I just happened to remember one of the times when Matt, Chris and a few other guys from the station came over. Matt had just gotten there, Matt loved moms home made rolls! He went into the kitchen and looked at mom and asked "any rolls yet?" and she said "didn't make any" and he said "Well then I'm going home". We all laughed and then mom pointed out where the rolls were at. I lost count of how many rolls he ate that evening.

My prayers are with you and I know Matt is looking over every one!

Matt/Jeep

Dara Couch

June 7, 2006

To the family,
I met Matt back in photography classes at TCC. He was a delight to be in class with and we became such good friends. He had the same work ethics as I did in school and we seemed to be buddies from the start even considering our age difference. Matt modeled for me on a number of assignments of which the photographs were then and are now cherished! He always wanted either his jeep, his fire gear or his smile in the shot. He even let my 16 yr old son pretend the jeep was his for a picture to show off. That one I actually have on my wall. Matt loved a good game of pool, laughter, a nice tan, and a good attitude. I have many fond memories of Matt and I will miss him dearly! One of the craziest times was when he took me mudding to get that 'perfect' photo! I am somewhat numb thinking of him gone and pray that i find comfort somewhere down the road. May God bless his family, of whom he talked about so dearly, during this most difficult time. We have lost an amazing young man....
Sincerely, Dara Couch

Christy Cantrell

June 7, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Peter Hacker

June 7, 2006

I first met Matt when he took one of my history courses at TCC a while back. He had bigger problems than any of my other students, yet complained less. His attitude and determination inspired me and we spoke together almost every day for the next 2-years between classes. I will miss him more than I can say for he was truly spectacular. I wish that all of my students could have met him because he had such a positive impact on everyone's lives. I wish his family the very best and I congratulate them for raising such a fine person. We all miss him very much . . .

Darla Price

June 6, 2006

Ted, Lisa & Chris,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We remember Matt when Chris & Cory were still in little league. Apparently he grew up to be quite a fine young man and will be missed tremendously by all that knew and loved him. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Perry, Darla, Cory & Krysta

Matt had SO many good friends at TCC!

Lori Fowler

June 6, 2006

Oh my~
My husband, students, fellow faculty and I adore Matt! He made my classes such a wonderful experience. I enjoy his spirit- which was just WAY TOO BIG for this world! God be with you and all of your family- I know Matt is!

Wendell and Karen Ponder

June 6, 2006

Peggy and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow. Matt was optimistic, even-tempered, and concerned about others.

His gentle nature touched all who knew him. Memories of his humor and kindness are our comfort now. Our prayers are with all of you.

Arnulfo Arredondo

June 5, 2006

I would like to tell the Ertel family that they had a wonderful son and he was a great student at TCC. I met Matt this past semester he was in all three of my classes, great guy who loved his jeep and working on computers, we had very similar interest, I'll miss Matt. God BLess

Tricia Ertel

June 5, 2006

Dear Family
Matt was my first love. I miss him more than anything in the world and Im glad that he is up in heaven watching over me. He had a very long journey in this world and he left his foot print every where he went. I was once the love of his life and he will always be the love of mine. I know he is safe and happy where he is now. I know he is watching over all of us. Please know that your family will always be in my prayers and I love you all very much. In my heart Matthew will always be my One and only.

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