DUDLEY, Shawn Matthews "Hoot" Shawn Matthews "Hoot" Dudley, 19, recent graduate of Weaver High School class of 2006 passed away. He leaves behind his beloved mother Deborah Dudley and father Brown Matthews; a sister, Deidre Dudley; brothers, Robert Dudley, Willie Wright and Jemarre Dudley. His nieces, Sincere and Sincera Mickens and Diamond Wright; nephews, Wil-Shaun Wright and Kamare Dudley; along with a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be Saturday October 7, at the Mount Moriah Baptist Church, 222 Barbour Street, Hartford with visitation from 9-10 a.m. and service at 10 a.m. Clark, Bell & Bell funeral home has charge of arrangements.
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Terra
October 4, 2007
What's poppin Hoot!
Bang is here until Tuesday!
Keeping watching over da fam!
Terra Jasper
May 30, 2007
Hey Hoot,
Hope you r OK. Happy Belated B-day to U. It is real out here. U have to put a shield on Mama D. She needs u now more then ever. So does Dime. I have to get back to work. Get at you soon.
MARY JOHNSON
April 23, 2007
HOOT IS MY BEST BIG CUZO IN THE WORLD WHEN WE USE CHILL TOGETHER WE WOULD ACT LIKE BIG KIDS ITS BEEN HARD FOR THE FAMILY I LOVE YOU AUNT DEB AND BROWN HOOT BIRTHDAY JUST PASSED HE TURNED 20.HOOT IS FUNNY AND VERY SMART HE NEVER HAD TO FIGHT BECAUSE HE WOULD BEAT YOU MENTALLY I LOVE HIM TO DEATH AND I WILL NEVER FORGET MY BIG COUSIN BECAUSE HE WILL ALWAYS BE APART OF ME LOVE YOU DIME,FUNK, AND BOO HOOT WE WILL MEET YOU AT THE GATES
Shayna Presley
April 13, 2007
Hi uncle shaun. i miss u alot... the last time i saw u was last summer @ bryan's graduation party. its been hard since ur funeral & grampy seems to be doin a lil better but we all still miss u alot. grampy gave me ur black NY yankees hat that I be rockin to skool for u. im gonna buy a chain w/ ur pic. on it soon as i get enuff money. ur birthdays in 6 days and u'll be the big 20. u gettin old = ) i finnaly turned 15 on valentines day...i guess im old too. just wanted to send u sumthin. Enjoy the heavens.
T Jasper
February 19, 2007
Valentine's Day has passed, you probably had a better 1 then the rest of us. Just want to let you know that Dime is having a B-day party for you. So you know we about to rep hard for you!
Take care Hoot get at you later!!
MUCH LUV,
TERRA
Terra
January 2, 2007
HAPPY NEW YEAR HOOT!!!!!
Check up on Dime & Mama D. U know this hit them hard.
Miss YOU!!!
Jasper
December 26, 2006
MERRY CHRISTMAS HOOT!!!!
It's the 1st one Dime & the fam doing the best to get through. But it is real tough with you gone. Just keep watching over Mama D, Uncle Brown, Dime & the girls, Funkwild & of course Gunz. Plus the rest of us. Much love. Keep that eye on us!!!
XOXO T XOXO :)!
Ericka Watson
December 4, 2006
Dear Shaun,
Yo its been a minute and this is my first time writing to you. Yo words cant even explain how I miss you right now. I remember all the times we spent laughing together. And I spend a lot of time with with ya sister and nieces.
Terra
November 8, 2006
Hey Hoot what's good.
It has been 1 month & a day. Now and things still seem like yesterday was the day we buried you. Keep looking over the family. Always in our hearts & mind. U already know U won't be forgotten. Love Ya, Big Sis # 2
Koya Childs
October 30, 2006
Im very sorry for your loss. Hoot was a very cool person and it is sad that he's not going to be around anymore.I will always keep him in my prayers.....I'll meet you at the crossroads.........
Nano Bascom
October 13, 2006
I never even met you, but I have to show my respect to your family, I seen everything happen right in front of me, Im so very sorry... May God help you in your time of sorrow, and Bless you all.
Chanell Willingham
October 11, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.It seems as if it was just yesterday we just went to prom and graduated.I wish we both would have stayed home that night.I never knew that would have been the last time we spoke to eachother.Im sad your gone but happy your in a better place.Always in my mine forever in my heart.
Hicks & Browdy Family
October 10, 2006
Sending love from a family that has been put on this same road more than once itself. May God's comfort and healing be affective in your hearts and lives.
T Jasper
October 6, 2006
To Mama Dee, Uncle Brown, Dime & family. There are no words that can express how you guys feel at this moment. I have you all in my prayers along with my families prayers. We hope that you are given the strength & power to will you through the days to come. With our deepest rescpect always. "HOOT" you were one of kind you will stay with me always. Your knownledge you left with Dime will keep us wondering how things will come about in the future, take care of all of us HOOT, the extra guidance will be needed. Tell my Nephew NOODA & my Aunite Kimmie "HI!!!". You will always be missed Hoot!! XOXO
Renee' Ponder
October 6, 2006
My son RayVon and I are deeply sorrowed by your lost. Shawn was a good young man and always respectful. I was happy to see him go up on Westbourne Pkwy into a fine young man. I know God has plans for him.
October 6, 2006
Tanya & Family,
I wish I could ease your sorrow. Please know that you, your father, your sisters and your children are in my prayers. May your faith help you find peace and comfort.
Your friend,
Donna
Cheryl Terrell
October 6, 2006
To my dearest friend Deb, I'm sorry for your loss and I will keep the family and you in prayer for comfort and peace. Love you, CherylT
Lynette Easmon
October 6, 2006
Our prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Love, The Easmon Family
Renee Green
October 6, 2006
Deborah & Mr. Matthews
Words are never enough at a time like this. I am so sorry for the loss of your son. Only time and prayer will help your families during the sad time. Your son is here by your side watching over you. You are not alone in this. May the Lord be with you through this diffcult time.
Renee Green & Family
Nikki Wright
October 6, 2006
Uncle Brown and Deborah,
I am truly sorry for your loss. Please find comfort in knowing that God doesn't make mistakes. You both are in my prayers. Stay strong.
Arkeshia Sparks
October 6, 2006
I send my deepest sympathy to the family. Words can not express the way that I feel just remember to keep god first and everything else will fall into place. God Bless you and stay strong.
Love,
Monkevius Wallace aka Kee Kee and Family
allison byrd
October 6, 2006
shawn was a good friend of mines and i enjoyed the time we spent @ weaver... when i heard the news i couldnt beleive dat... he was such a nice person... but god makes no mistakes... to his family.. u guys have to be strong... believe me.. i kno wat it feelz like... shawn will alwayz be in our hearts... i love u shawn...rock da heavenz!
Nancy Dart
October 6, 2006
My heart goes out to your family for the loss you have suffered. May you find peace and comfort during this time.
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