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for Matthew Roberts
Eduardo
January 29, 2024
I have very few childhood friends I recall in Manlius, but I count Matt as one special one.
Matt got me my first real job at The Manlius Cinema, with our mutual Boss, Sol Sorkin , as his eventual replacement projectionist. It was a major step up from my previous job at Mr Steak, slaving for pennies! At Manlius Cinema, Matt and I LITERALLY ran the show!
I remember Matt a rare friend in F-M school, throughout what were twelve difficult years for me at home and school. Hew treated me kindly at F-M; I have few fond memories of growning up in Manlius, but and I reminiscence about Matt fondly, gone way too soon.
Ed Mills
May 10, 2009
I remember Matt as a taller, grinning, FM upper-classman who I ran into occasionally though many mutual Gaulin and Veator friends. Unlike many FM-ers, particularly upperclassmen, Matt was always the nice-guy, the pal.
I married the Roberts' neighbor and friend Sally Beers, and today still love her as my adorable bride :) Emily, my classmate, was a close friend who I worked with at Manlius Cinema, and Sally at SnoTop. Em has visited us here in Melbourne FL from her home in Jacksonville.
My respects and prayers to the entire Roberts family. Rhys and Mimi were both Manlius icons, and all 9 of you made them proud of your many accomplishments and kindnesses.
Ed & Sally Mills
Melbourne FL
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Patty McCormick Jeffers
February 25, 2009
I saw Matt's name in the bulletin at St. Ann's Church in Manlius this past weekend. I knew Matt mostly through Barb Halton and we stayed in touch for a couple of years after she moved. He was one of the first people to come see me after my brother died in 1974. Like everyone else, I remember he always made me laugh. My condolences to his family.
Thomas Teachworth
February 20, 2009
At this time of your passing through, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Maybe we'll meet again in a future incarnation. Many blessings to you and your family.
Laurie Veator-Linares
February 12, 2009
As I read all the beautiful things that so many have written about my cousin Matt, it makes me feel even more proud to have had someone like him as a member of my family. Even though my family was not especially close to the Roberts, we loved Matt and all of the Roberts clan. You can never replace family, just try to be appreciative of each day the Lord gives us and try to love each other as He would like.
God Bless you all.
Laurie Veator-Linares
Sarah Roberts Gormican
February 11, 2009
Matt is my oldest Brother. I can remember as far back as Elementary School that I felt he was interested in me as a person and looked out for me. I only saw him at weddings and family gatherings while growing up, until I moved to Texas in 1995. Once I moved to San Antonio, Matt, Joe, and I would get together more often. Matt was very happy to be in my wedding and I was glad to share that with him. When Mom got diagnosed with Liver Cancer in May 2003, Matt and I started talking on the phone more often. We were there for each other and both felt helpless that we were losing our Mother and couldn't do anything about it. That experience brought us closer and we ended up talking on the phone almost daily since then. Matt was a friend to me and supported me, as I was to him. We would laugh at insignificant things and shared a dry sense of humor. I am proud of Matt for never giving up hope in his Specialloy Company even during the tough times, for always talking nicely about his Family, and for loving me even when I wasn't at my best. I will miss Matt a lot, but will cherish the memories of our daily conversations, shared laughs, and good times spent together over the years. I'm so grateful for being in Texas with Matt and Joe and their families for the past 9 years so that we were able to see each other more often. I am glad Matt is no longer suffering or ill, and that he is now experiencing peace with Mom and Dad in Heaven.
Love,
Sarah (Toklot), #10
Nancy Roberts- Kepler
February 9, 2009
Roberts family,
We are so sorry about Matt. It is dfficult beyond belief to lose my brothers Rhys and Gary, but they were of a plausible age where Matt was so very young. No matter when when one of our dear ones go the the empty place within our hearts is very hard to endure. I am so happy Rhys and Mimi were not here but were in the best possible place to welcome Matt with loving hearts to share their heavenly home with him. We may never know why he had to leave, but God in his infinite wisdom chose him to come home to him. We understand that and will will endure the loss as God would will us to do. He will be remembered fondly and I shall never forget how difficult it was for him to speak at Rhys' funeral. Every one in attendancs was praying for him to finish and finish he did making us all so proud he could share his feelings with us (Rhys was especially proud, I am sure.) And so we go on with our lives with many precious memories and try to live the best way we can.
The Roberts family is indeed the model family for all of us to emulate as you put into practice all the things family truly means. God bless you all and much love to you.
Aunt Nancy
Tim LaBonte
February 6, 2009
Even though I had only come to know Matt in the last couple of years, he was my best friend. He was the most intelligent person I know and I learned so much from him. I had the opportunity to go to New York last summer with Matt and we went to Cooperstown where the Roberts family lived in 1969. It is one of the highlights of my life that I got the chance to be with Matt as he visited the place that held so many memories for him. It was a remarkable experience and I will always hold that time dear to me. Matt was extremely proud of his family and he talked about them frequently. I truly never heard Matt say a bad thing about anyone. He was one of a kind and a great person and I am very fortunate to have known him. He has inspired me and I will continue to hold him in my heart and he will be a part of my life forever.
God Bless you Matt. (I'm holding you to the one on one basketball game the next time we meet up).
Travis "Turbo" Tedrow
February 6, 2009
My pop (Matt) raised me since I was 5 yrs old as he taught me how to throw a football, toss a baseball and he also introduced me to rock & roll with Van Halen at the age of 9. Pop was always there for me over my youth whether it was teaching me how to drive a car both automatic & stickshift or playing sports with him is where I got my competitive edge and believe me we had some basketball battles in the backyard. He always attended my games and also coached my basketball team 1 year. Pop and I shared many moments together whether it be playing our favortite game Ms. Pacman at the arcade or attending the Rockets games from 1983 to 2000 and was lucky enough to attend the 93-94 / 94/95 Championship games in the Summit, picking up Sugar Ray Leonard from the airport with great conversation, taking me to see the Rolling Stones etc. I could go on and on but most of all I will miss his phone calls as he always started off with "I LOVE IT WHEN THEY CALL ME BIG POPPA!!". I will always miss you pop ,your voice, my music man/concert buddy and guidance b/c you my friend taught me how to laugh, love and rock!!! RIP POP
Your loving son / Travis "Turbo" Tedrow
T, S & little T Tedrow
February 6, 2009
We were so blessed to have Matt "Pop" be such a special part of our lives. He was a wonderful father and friend that we will greatly miss. We love you Pop.
Angus Chisholm
February 6, 2009
As a child Matt was a very kind and generous man. His perosnallity shone like a star when he came to visit. My thoughts and prayers go the the Roberts family for Matt and others. He will be missed always, and we shall not forget him.
Lisa Wanner
February 6, 2009
I only knew Matt for the last couple of years and we only ran across each other during football season. My boyfriend was is in his fantasy team. I always looked forward to seeing Matt at the meetings. We had the big family in common and kids. He always talked about his daughter and we compare shopping stores with our kids. Abercrombie World if you have teens. He always was so kind to me. Kept me company while I was bored out of my mind. I will miss him next season.
He was a great guy and I am sorry I only had the pleaseure to know him a short time.
Barbara Halton-Bailey
February 5, 2009
Matt was a very energetic, caring and funny guy who made most people laugh around him. I remember the day he made the record football kick at FM and his dedication to the sport. My High school years were made much richer by knowing and sharing time with Matt and all of his family. I will remember him fondly for being 'Matt' and always being true to himself.
My sincerest condolences to all of Matt's family.
Vivian Hensley
February 5, 2009
I had the pleasure of working with Matt over the past nine years and I can say he was a great guy and cared about his business and his customers. He will be missed. God Bless his family and may god be with you in your time of need.
The Bounds Family
February 5, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Michael Pool
February 5, 2009
Matt was a great guy and a client of mine for the last 3 years. He was a great guy to talk to. Always had a smile and a great sense of humor. He will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Jeanne Aulgur Whitney
February 4, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Sandy Chisholm
February 4, 2009
Our condolences to the entire Roberts' family. Matt was a great friend to our family, and most especially, he was like a brother to my husband. His easy smile, and his good nature will be greatly missed.
Hugh, Sandy, Angus, and Katie Chisholm
Megan Konyk
February 4, 2009
Dear Cousins,
I and the rest of the Roberts arm of the family in Central NY were so very saddened to learn of Matt's Passing. We have all quietly sent a prayer along with Matt, on his next journey, into heaven. Many of our proud Welshmen are there to greet him and bring him into their loving fold.
In a rather strange coincidence, just a few weeks ago those of us at work were reminicing about childhood. I remarked that I hated the games Red Rover and King of the Hill. Us younger ones did not stand a chance against Matt and my three older brothers. They were all so big and strong.
Beyond that, I remember many a happy time at 306 E. Seneca. A home full of love, a place I keep in my heart to this very day. I expect that in time you will all go back there in your remembrances of Matt. As you know, it was a wonderful place to be and we were all lucky to have spent time there, with Matt and with all of you.
Time and life separates us now but nothing can change our memories. We had the best. Matt was one I was in awe of when I was a child. I am so very sorry for your loss.
With love and deepest feelings of sympathy,
Megan
Jennifer Beattie
February 4, 2009
My heart is sad for the loss of Matt. He will be greatly missed. Please know that I have have all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Jennifer
Marilyn Beattie
February 4, 2009
Hugs and Prayers to you all.
God Bless
With love
Bill White
February 4, 2009
Matt Roberts was a neighbor of mine at Briarwood Village Apartments. He was always friendly with a smile on his face. My condolences to the Robers family.
Sandy Horton
February 4, 2009
To The Entire Roberts Family:
Both my husband Eric and I are deeply saddened at the loss of Matthew. I personally did not know him, but feel as if I did though the memories of him my mother, Nancy Veator Martin, has shared with us. As we look at his picture, I see so much of his mother in him. My husband and I were guests of your Mom at your family home in Manlius. We could sense that it was a place of comfort and joy. She just beamed when she spoke of all of you.
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers,
With deepest sympathy,
Sandrita Martin Horton, husband, Eric, and children, Erica & Alexander
Debbie (Robson) Burr
February 4, 2009
Matt and I go way back, to the days we made our First Communion together, right thru high school. He was a great guy who I will fondly remember. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time, may his memories bring you smiles for years to come.
Nancy Veator Martin
February 4, 2009
We were profoundly sorry to hear about Matthew’s passing. I know how close your entire families are to each another. We extend our hearts and hands to you and your family at this time of sorrow. Although I only knew Matt in his youth, I am recalling your Aunt Janet’s voice always filled with warmth and joy when I asked about him and how he was doing when I was living in Colombia, South America. In fact, your Aunt Janet is sitting beside me right now and, although her Alzheimer’s has robbed her of the ability she used to have to express herself in words, when I told her of your tragic loss, the immediate look of anguish and sadness spoke volumes about how the loss of your dear Matt affected her. We cannot even begin to imagine your pain at losing Matt so young. He had so much more before him. We are both comforted that your parents and those who went before him have now given him a place of honor by their sides.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his children and the entire Roberts family.
With deepest sympathy, Janet Roberts Veator & daughter, Nancy Veator Martin
Sandy Sears
February 4, 2009
So sorry to hear of the loss of Cousin Matt. Our prayers are with you all.
Laurie Linares-Veator
February 4, 2009
Matt was a remarkable individual. My family sends their support, love and condolences to the entire Roberts family.
Laurie Linares-Veator, Lorena Celina Linares, Ana-Catrina Linares and Marco Anthony Jeon
James & Dar Cummings
February 4, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lew Kepler
February 4, 2009
Although I will be physically unable to attend the services, I am with you all in spirit as we celebrate Matt's life and mourn his departure from this world. I am thinking of all family members at this difficult time.
Judith Veator-Farquharson
February 4, 2009
My heart felt sympathy to all my cousins and the rest of the family at this shocking time of sorrow. I remember Matt well; one of the advantages of being the oldest Veator cousin just up the street. . Love to all - Judy
nancy cryan (veator)
February 4, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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