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karen greenwalt
December 22, 2016
Haltom family.....
As the 9th anniversary of you beloved Matt's death nears, I send a prayer up for all of you. May God give you peace.
Cynthia Auffenberg
December 21, 2016
Thinking of you❤
Elea Lee
December 20, 2016
Dear Haltom Family,
I became aware of your terrible loss after hearing a portion of the Texas Standard article.
You will remain in my thoughts and prayers. I know this kind of grief is a storm without end.
Elea Lee
Todd
May 22, 2013
Matthew,
I am still at a loss over your untimely death, I miss you every day and know that you are making Jesus laugh and I am selfishly jealous. I know a part of me has died and that I will not be whole until I see you again. I have a hole in my heart which I cannot fill with earthly things. I will always love you and miss you. I am sorry for not being there.
The Nemmer's
March 2, 2012
Todd and Sandy,
Please know that our family thinks of your family often and the great loss you've endured. Your family is in our prayers. We all miss you Matt.
March 1, 2012
March 01, 2012
I did not think I would be around this long, my son is gone and I cant seem to come to grips with his senseless murder. I miss him every day and pray that he is in peace and comforted by Jesus every minute of the day. I will always love him and miss him, I pray I see him soon.
Phyllis McKay
December 29, 2011
Sandy, I sat here this evening and your family came to my mind and I realize it is the 4th anniversary of Matthew's heavanly trip. I know you all still ache for Matthew to be with you physically but happy to know he is safe in a heavenly home. Brenda told me you have a grandson now and I know you are blessed by ths new life.
Just wanted you to know I still think of you throughout the year at different times and say a prayer for all of you when my heart feels so heavy for you and yours.
February 2, 2011
Justice is served hope you rest in peace mat..
January 28, 2011
I read about this today. My heart breaks for you at the loss of your son. No words can speak of the pain and sorrow, but I pray that our Lord will comfort you as only He can do. God bless you. -- from a fellow Katy resident.
Katy Neighbor
August 20, 2010
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can; and
wisdom to know the difference.
No one but God knows the pain and suffering you and your family have felt since the passing of your son from this life to a life of no more tears, no more pain, no more worries, but God does, but I want you to know I have asked and will continue to ask God to put his arms around you and hold you in the palm of his hand.
Your neighbor in Christ.
eldon redmond
July 31, 2010
todd, we've never met but i can understand your feelings on such a loss. there are folks in your church that will help in your prayers just for the asking. our lord, jesus christ, died for us so lay your burden on him! you & family are in our prayers.
July 30, 2010
Matt,
Over the last two plus years I have become aware of all the characteristics of you that I really envy. I was blinded by many of them as I was so focused on trying to control and change you. I missed the boat. I know you were asking for help the last semester at college but I did not do anything to help you. I have not gone to church much as I am still having trouble with the fact that you are gone. I try to pray and it is a blur, I cannot concentrate and I have lost my memory on short term issues. I will never forget the 20 years you were in my life. I loved you from the day you were born and was the proudest dad on earth. When you were in intensive care I was so concerned but I had never had a baby before and Mom was always confident that they would take care of you. I wish I had taken better care of you. My heart breaks anytime your name is mentioned or I look at your photographs. I love you and hope you are watching down on our family. I love you.
April 30, 2010
Matthew,
It is going on three years and I still feel responsible for not being there to protect you. I have tried and tried to work thru those feelings but I cannot escape the fact that I promised you I would always be there. I am getting old and meaner by the day. I miss you and know I did not tell you how much I love you enough, I did not tell you how proud I am of you and wish I could throw this world into reverse and hug you one more time. We have a grand son named Landon Matthew and he is just as sweet and loving as you are. He laughs all the time as you did and I tell him of you daily. I want him to know you when he gets older. Your mom is never going to recover from you being gone, she has a hole that can never be filled. Mason & Mackenzie miss you every day, JOJO asked about you on a daily basis and is always looking at the door to see that life size cutout coming her way.
I love you and I can never tell you how sorry I am that I was not there to protect you.
. .
April 29, 2010
Hey Matt,
Probably havent seen you since we were kids, but I still think of you from time to time. I pray for you and your family.
Brenda
December 8, 2009
Matt
I still think about you and miss you everyday, this place is not the same without you, but we will make it until we are with you again. Your family are doing as will as they can without you. I love you and will see you again
Love Aunt Brenda
Phyllis McKay
December 7, 2009
Sandy and family, wanted you to know I am still thinking of you and yours especially as this time of year comes around.
Many prayers going up for you and yours.
Sandy Haltom
November 12, 2009
Life will NEVER be the same...I miss you more than ever Matthew Todd...Please watch over and take care of your sister and brother as you did while you were here on earth..They miss you deeply...I'll love you forever...Mom
November 12, 2009
We love you and miss you Matt!
Lisa McDonald
November 11, 2009
Hey Matt,
I think of you all the time and know that you are watching over us all. I will always remember your passion for enjoying life(& how you made it your personal responsibility to make sure all your friends had fun,too!)You made a wonderful & lasting impression on all those who know you. You have a good, kind & loving soul & I am honored to know you. Until we meet again...
WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH, Aunt Lisa, Uncle Mike, Holly, Nick & Mikaela
jackie
November 1, 2009
We went to school together since elementary. You were funny, smart, kind, and always had awesome show and tells. You are missed by everyone who met you.
Todd
October 6, 2009
Matt,
I was hoping that time would help me deal with your passing, it has not. I miss you as much today as the day you left. I still want to tell you so many things. I want to share how much you mean to me and how much I admired you. I am struggling with being angry at God, I guess that is me being selfish and thinking of myself. I know you are in a much better place, give Jesus your home boy a hug from me and tell him that he can send you to me anytime. I love you. Dad
Hayley Strickler
September 15, 2009
happy happy twenty second birthday matthew todd! i wish you were here so we could all celebrate it together. words cannot describe how much i love and miss you. i have to remember not to be sad because today is a celebration of your life and it is also the day your perfect little nephew makes his grand enterance into the world. i know you would have been an amazing unlce to him! the second i found out mackenzie was pregnant i said she was gonna havea boy and he would be born on your birthday and i cannot believe that is what happened! your sister is an amazing woman, watch over and help her as she begins this exciting new journey in her life, and little landon as he begins his. also keep an eye on all the rest of us who have had the privilege to know and love you. i cannot wait until i see you again. miss you everyday. love you always.
Bailey Thomason
September 11, 2009
I miss you so much Matt! I think about you every day! I can't wait to see pictures of your little nephew! I love you!
Mason Haltom
August 7, 2009
Hey Matt i miss you so much, i still cant believe your gone it just feels like ur at college.
I Love and Miss you
Love, Your Little Bro
Sandy Haltom
June 29, 2009
We miss you so much Matthew..Mackenzie will be having her baby soon..Please take care of you little nephew and your family..We need you..
Love you..Mom
Tatiana Salvo
June 24, 2009
Matt, I had you my first year as a teacher and I have always remembered you. I was pregnant that year and your energy kept me going. Once I had my baby I remember you asking me if I was going to bring him to school and if you could hold him, I did and you did, and I have a picture of my very first eighth graders I taught at Cinco Ranch junior high and you holding my first born.
About three years later I went to the apartment complex on Cinco to help my friend find an apartment and from a balcony I heard, "HOLA Señorita Salvo" I looked up and said, "Matteo" and you yelled, "Si"...you were still as energetic and vibrant as I remembered you. I had the honor of having you and Mackenzie as students, and remember your family very well. I was so sad to hear about you not being physically here, but as you have always been in my memories, I know many others haven't forgotten how you touched their life!!
April 27, 2009
MATTHEW,
I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU EVERY DAY. I WILL SEE YOU SOON.
G Ritter
April 10, 2009
Matt missing you <3
Garrett and Kandace
Mark Rennie
April 5, 2009
Thinking of you all
Mackenzie, Mason and Matthew(My 3M's)
February 22, 2009
Cory Mitchell and Matt
February 22, 2009
Moe Arnold and Matt
February 22, 2009
Lindsey A. and Matthew Homecoming
February 22, 2009
Matt and Brad Welch
February 22, 2009
Braden got a sleeve done honoring Matt
February 22, 2009
Braden Lepore's (Matt's cousin) tattoo honoring Matt
February 22, 2009
Braden Lepore (Matt's cousin) tattoo honoring Matt
February 22, 2009
Rahn Graube (Matt's cousin) honoring Matt with a tattoo
February 22, 2009
Sandy Haltom
February 22, 2009
Matthew..You're in my thoughts every minute of every day..You make me laugh when I think of all the funny things you did and you make me cry because I miss you so very much..I will see you soon son...Mom
Phyllis McKay
February 21, 2009
Continued prayers and thoughts for your family.
Mike and Cinda Hatfield 2517 E. Prospect St.
January 1, 2009
Hi Matt,
I know that you are doing great and enjoying the glorious life that you are living now!! I smile when I think of how wonderful life will be when we are all in Heaven together!! No pain, no sorrow, no darkness, no hatefulness..... only love.
We will see you when our work is done here and God calls our names... until then we will continue to talk to you and look for your beautiful face in our dreams!!
We ALL love you Matt!!!!
Aunt Cinda, Mike and Miracle
Misti Gil
December 29, 2008
MASON! I'm so sorry...I didn't know Matt had a brother. I never got the chance to teach you like I did your siblings. You are in my prayers today (and from now on), too.
Misti Gil
December 29, 2008
Father,
I pray for Matt's family and friends today. I pray that you would overwhelm them with your peace and comfort, that they would be able to feel your arms around them. I pray for mom and dad and Mackenzie as they are enduring their first holiday season without Matt. I can't even imagine the pain. But, God, you know their hearts intimately and weep with them. Thank you for your closeness during this time. Please draw so near to them and give them rest and peace. Please provide encouragement and strength. Be everything they need today. Thank you, LORD.
Amen
Phyllis McKay
December 26, 2008
Many thoughts and prayers going up for the Haltom family this day and through the night. You are constantly on my mind and just wanted you to know.........you have not been forgotten and so many are praying with you through this very hard time as the anniversary of Matthew's heavenly trip is here. This time is so hard for you, but we are standing with you in prayer as you make it through this mournful time.
May you be blessed.
morgan duncan
November 27, 2008
matthew, I miss you. I cant beleave its been 11 months allready. I wish I could see you every day. love morgan.
morgan duncan
November 27, 2008
matthew, I miss you. I cant beleave its been 11 months allready. I wish I could see you every day.
Edna Mae Wilson
November 27, 2008
Matt, this is the first of the holidays without you in our lives. the start of a fresh hurt until after the first of the year..but we have so many good memories of you, which is what I am going to concentrate on, as I know you are watching out for us. Also, this is 11 months of your leaving us. the most painful year of my life, I have prayed so much for peace and understanding why you were taken from us so young, but one good thing has come out of it and that is, it has brought me closer to God and we have to have faith in him in every way, so I know he is taking care of you until we get there. Matt, ask God to take care of all your family as we need to find peace of mind. This is Thanksgiving and we miss you still as much as ever. I love you my grandson.......grandma Eddy
Sandra Haltom
November 27, 2008
Matthew..Today I can't seem to stop crying, I have been doing really good for about a month trying to stay busy to avoid the pain. I can't imagine Matt living on this earth another year without you with us. You were the heart in this family and without you we all seem lost. I miss and love you Matt so much..Happy Thanksgiving Son..Mom
Gina Lepore
November 25, 2008
matt, this will be our first holiday season without you, it just won't be as joyful-we miss you so much!! I think of you all the time-Thanksgiving & Christmas just won,t be the same without you-you'll be in or thoughts and prayers!! I love you, Aunt Gina
Dad
November 17, 2008
Bubba,
We are going on 11 months without you, I love you and miss you more each day. It is not getting any easier
like I was told it would. I know a piece of me has died, I did not realize how much went with you. I keep thinking of all the things that I should have done to prevent the tragedy, the list is endless. I pray one day I can talk to you about my failures and you can forgive me for all of them. I love you with all my soul and wish we could hug again.
Phyllis McKay
November 16, 2008
Continually thinking of all of you daily, and even more with the upcoming holidays upon us. Keep the faith and know prayers are continuing to go up for each of you and for all of you as a family unit.
theresa lacy
November 14, 2008
Matt--- This has been the hardest year that I in my entire life have ever experinced. Your mom is the strongest person i have ever met.. she misses you with her life we all do i love you MATTHEW!!!!!
Rachel Hernandez
October 26, 2008
hola matt!! dude... i miss u! it feels like forever sence you have been gone. i cant wait to hear you, see you and hug you again. i have never had such a hard time painting anything in my life and when mackenzie asked me to paint something for your family of you does something to me. i cant finish or even work on it because its just more of a reminder that your gone... i cant bare to paint something of someone i cant belive or want to belive is gone. well, matt te amo! you are missed by so many hearts.
william lepore
October 18, 2008
mat i love you so very much i have all the time mat in my heart forever
Dad
October 17, 2008
Matthew, If I could talk to you face to face, I would tell you how very proud I am of you. How much I looked u to you. I have learned more about you, I miss spending time with you, hunting, doing the things we enjoyed. I look at your picture when we went to Brady, you are a real man. I love you.
October 15, 2008
Matt you will be missed forever!! Can't wait to finally see you again!!!
morgan duncan
October 6, 2008
matt, I miss you SO much everybody does expeshly your mom, and dad,mackenzie,mason,me,grandpabill,grandmarose,grandma,rayce,braden,will,tray,tresa love morgan
L F
October 6, 2008
Miss you Matt. This is terrible. I wish I could see you...
Matthew Haltom
October 2, 2008
Matt,
The first phase of the trial is over, it was really sad listening to the details. I am so proud of you and wish you were here. This was the first birthday in 20 years I did not celebrate with you. I love you and miss you.
Jaclyn Diaz
September 23, 2008
hey matty i miss you so much and think about you everyday!! I miss your smart comments and your outgoing personality its def not the same without you and it never will be.. i love ya and miss you!
September 15, 2008
happy birthday Matt I hope Jesus doesn't forget, we haven't. I love and miss each day. Morgan
gina lepore
September 15, 2008
Matthew - HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! It breaks my heart to think how excited you were about turning 21 this year. We all miss you SO much!! Your always in my thoughts. I love & miss you Matt!! Aunt Gina
Sandy Haltom
September 15, 2008
HAPPY 21ST BIRTHDAY MATTHEW...I know how much you talked about being 21 and LEGAL...I miss you SOOOOO MUCH..LIFE WILL NEVER BE THE SAME...
Mason Haltom
September 15, 2008
BRO, I miss and love you so much, and i cant believe its almost been a year since you died. I love you so much!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Love your lil bro
Edna Wilson
September 15, 2008
Matt, this is your 21st birthday, wish you were here to celebrate it with all that love you.
I've prayed and asked God over and over, WHY? and the only answer I have come to, was that you and your love of life has inspired everyone of your family and friends, also anyone who met and knew you. your acceptance of people and love of your whole family affected us all and your zany ways was an inspiration to all. For that I thank you Matt.....you have made me realize how short life can be and to accept and not judge each other, but you brought a smile to those whom you were with and those you love, that is the way we all should be and that is how you were.....You were like an angel here on earth on a mission to show us as the bible says to "love all as you want to be loved. " And you were loved so much by anyone who met you and especially me......Bless your mom, Mackenzie and Mason and especially your Dad whose birthday is today also, that was the special bond you and he had.....I love and miss you everyday my grandson.......Watch out for us...
Aunt Brenda
September 15, 2008
Hi Matt
Today is your 21th birthday and its your dads birthday to, we all wish the two of you a happy birthday we know where you are at you are having a great day, not so great down here for all the people that love you so much, but we are trying to get thru with the thought of knowing you are in a better place then we can even know, which this week for sure hurricane Ike hit Houston this weekend not to good there. We know you know everything that is going on here if possible try in some way to help you mother and father sister and brother especially know how happy you are in your new life to help them and us get through. Bet you could not have imagine how much you effected all these people life in your short 20 years of life, but you sure did. Well I love you and miss you every second,minute,hour, and day since you have been gone.
Kate Anderson-Schwartz
September 11, 2008
Matt, even though we werent't extremly close doesn't mean that you didn't have an impact on my life. Freshman year of high school , in world history you sat behind me... always forgot colored pencils or a pen. I used to get annoyed but always smiled because i could count on you to brighten my day a little with one of your pranks or smart comments. Little did you know what was going on in my life, but when you asked for those stupid colored pencils, that i always seemed to have, you brought meaning to me. God had a beautiful plan for your life. You left a mark with everyone you met, you could always bring a smile to someones face. I pray for your family and close loved ones. God be with you all and Matt, watch over us. Everytime I see a colored pencil, I think of you.
Sandy Haltom
August 27, 2008
My Matty Poo...Today is 8 months since you've been gone...It seems like forever...I love and miss you so much Matthew and smile when I think of all the silly faces, noises and funny stuff you did. You always put a smile on my face.. It was hard to stay mad at you because you were so charming, you always seem to change the subject and all was forgotten. Matthew...You were ONE OF A KIND...AND I WILL MISS YOU FOREVER...MOM
morgan duncan
August 27, 2008
matt. i still miss you its been long time i miss you and your famliy hope your having fun up there with jesus
gina lepore
August 27, 2008
Matt, well-another month without you in our lives-even tho we go on with our daily lives, the hurt and pain is always in our hearts & minds! Your always in my prayers and thoughts throughout the day! Miss you Matt!!!! Aunt Gina
mackenzie haltom
August 23, 2008
I miss you so much matthew. everyday that goes by without you, i feel more weak. i love you more than life itself. and i feel like someone that i followed isnt here. i feel lost without you.
KYF-Cowboys Matt's team won Tuff Bowl
August 18, 2008
Matthew & Todd's Birthday with Mason and the family in Kemah
August 18, 2008
Matt @ Fun Farm Blue Barn 4 yrs old
August 18, 2008
Matt, Todd and Mason fishing in Colorado
August 18, 2008
Matt at his birthday party catching balloons
August 18, 2008
Matt & Mackenzie's Confirmation with Grandpa Bill and Rose
August 18, 2008
Matt playing with Samson 1 1/2 yr old
August 18, 2008
My 3M's..Matt.Mackenzie.Mason
August 18, 2008
Matthew @ Easter Egg Hunt 6 yrs old
August 18, 2008
Matthew & Todd @ Mayan Dude Ranch
August 18, 2008
Bailey Thomason
August 15, 2008
Matt- just wanted to say how much I miss you! and still think about you every day! I love you!
Mac, Mace, Matt..Last Thanksgiving together 2007
August 12, 2008
JoJo with Matt's Pic on her pillowcase while on facebook
August 12, 2008
Matt..Facebook Bumpersticker Made by Kyle Flowers...
August 12, 2008
Matt & Mac with a poem a friend wrote
August 12, 2008
Mackenzie Kissing Matt unwillingly
August 12, 2008
Blessed to have known Matt
August 11, 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
Phyllis McKay
August 10, 2008
Each of you continue to be on mind and in my prayers.
Blessings.
Sandy Haltom
July 29, 2008
Matthew...Tomorrow is your certification date...I hope God is on our side...we really need him. I miss you so much Matthew, please visit me in my dreams...I love you...Mom
Mason & Zoee missing Matthew!!!!!!
July 29, 2008
Mallory and Mackenzie in Brenham
July 29, 2008
Mallory's Tattoo honoring Matt..the two hearts were gifts from Matt, the cross in the middle was the necklace Mallory got him.
July 29, 2008
Mackenzie's tattoo honoring Matt (his cross is the T)
July 29, 2008
Dad
July 29, 2008
Matthew, We spend each night talking about what I should have done to stop the mayhem that night. I wish I could have been out there to protect you. We are going to court on Weds. to continue the process of justice. I hope you are happy and that you laugh at my many weaknesses like you did when you were here. I miss your hugs and gentle smiles. I wish I could have been a better father when you were here. I will always regret some of my decisions as I thought I was helping you. I love you and will always miss my Bubba. You are my hope of things eternal.
I love you forever
morgan duncan
July 28, 2008
matt.I miss you very much i wish you were here now. your in a better place now. LOVE MORGAN
rayce lepore
July 27, 2008
wat's up cuz,i really miss you man and i wish you were here to hang out but,God has you in a better place and now you can watch down on all the family and keep us safe. i have been thinking every day about that night,and i really wish i could of seen you one last time! please watch over me and braden especially braden because he is in iraq right now and he's really having a hard time and we all are still really sad every day that you are not here to be with us and I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU FOREVER !!
LOVE:YOUR CUZ:RAYCE LEPORE.
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