Kevin Mathews

Remembering Kevin today and everyday

As the year anniversary approaches, I still miss you. I still think of you every morning when I wake up, and I still talk to you every day. I miss every single thing about you, and, even as memories may seem to fade as time ticks on, I will never forget your beautiful, breathtaking green eyes and wide, happy go lucky smile. You were my everything for a large potion of my maturity and growing up, and I have learned that I will never stop missing you, but that I must also thank God for every minute we had together. I am lucky to have had you in my life, and I will forever feel fortunate. We will meet again.

I will love you and miss you, always- xoxo.

Still thinking of you Kev. Miss you so much.

as this 2009 W&J football season is coming to and end, I just wanted to let all family and friend, especially, this 2009 W&J football team, that Kevin is truly missed. As a parent of a current W&J FB player, I miss hearing Kevin's name announced during every game. What a awesome athlete! I'm sure he has/is watching his football band of brothers from heaven above. Truly missed and will never forget the gift of a person and football player he was.

Kev,
I am so sorry. I am writing again now because I think of you daily and just wanted you to know that. I truly with all my heart miss you so much. I hope to see you again someday. XoXo

Thinking of you Kev

dear cindy, not a day goes by that i dont think of you and the most sorrowful of sorrows you are enduring. you are and will stay in my prayers. your cousin, louise

My thoughts and sympathy extend to you all. Kevin was a great person and he will be missed by the USC family.

I didn't personally know Kevin, but my son plays on the W&J football team and I would always hear Kevin's name during the broadcasts. I am so unbelievably sorry for you and your family. Please know that many people are praying for you and thinking of you at this time. May God comfort and keep you.

Our hearts break with yours. We did not know Kevin but belong to CUMC and are devastated to hear of the loss of one of our church youth. You are in our prayers.

We will be keeping the Mathews family in our prayers - so sorry to hear about your loss.

Dear Matthews Family.
We are so so sorry for this tremendous loss. You will be in our prayers daily and we will place you on the Church Prayer Chain...Know that the Lord will constantly surround you with His Love and Strength: He will never forsake you!!! I cannot imagine your loss.. Nathan always admired Kevein-He always spoke so fondly of him and he is heart-broken..We love you --Richard, Marianne and Nathan Crosby

Dear Mathews Family,
I just heard last night that Kevin passed away. I am so sorry for your losses. Please know that Adrian, Daryl, and I are thinking of you and the boys. I hope that you are all strong and can make it through this terribly tragic time.

Cindy and the Mathews and Corsello Families,
I wish so much I could put my arms around each of you. Please know how devastated we are for you at the death of Kevin. My family and I are sending our love and care. We are keeping you deeply in our hearts and prayers. We love you.

With God's peace,

Lauren McFeaters

Eric and Family, my deepest sympathies go out to you. Kevin was a wonderful person and will missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Cindy and family, please accept my deepest sympathy at this tragic loss. Kevin was a devoted son and brother. He will be missed by every one who knew and loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with you, always. Judy Kunkle

My condolences to the Mathews family. Kevin is watching over you. He is in God's arms.

Cindy and family. We are so deeply sorry about Kevin's passing. There can be no greater loss than that of a loving child. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Pat and Guy

My deepest condolences to the Mathews family

I am honored to say I graduated from Upper St. Clair with Kevin Mathews. I am honored to say, as a fellow athlete I thrived to be like Kevin in many ways on and off the field. Kevin filled the class of 2004 with laughter everyday. He filled the class of 2004 with pride every game day. If one person defined our class, it would be you Kevin! When I found out you had left us I was shocked. Not THE Kevin Mathews. Watch over us Kevin and remember the good times you had at dear old Panther High with us.

Cindy and the entire Mathews Family -

You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

We used to go to your aunt's house after we were done at Eisenhower Elementary and eat cookies that she made. My mom used to get angry at me for never calling because I didnt want to go home. I just wanted to stay with my best friend. I know we played football our entire lives together but every time I think of you that's the only thing that I can remember. I know I owe you so much more than a couple of lines on a guest book. I just hope that one day I could say this to you in person. I am so sorry we grew apart. I just wanted you to know that I always admired you.

My deepest condolences to all the family and friends.

Kevin was so caring, thoughtful, kind-hearted, and full of life. Words cannot express what a wonderful person he was. Kevin was my first friend at USC, and was the one to graciously introduce me to all of his friends. After high school, I went to a few of his football games in college, but we weren’t as close as we once were. Last week, I saw Kevin at The Saloon. I was a bit apprehensive to approach him to sit and talk with him because we haven’t seen each other in while. I am so glad I did. He was so welcoming and it was like nothing had ever changed. As he drove me home, he excitedly talked about getting a new house and his plans for the future. Unfortunately, Kevin’s life was too short; but, Kevin was undoubtedly welcomed into the greatest House of all. It is difficult not to question why this happened to such an outstanding, young person; but it is our faith and memories that we share that keep Kevin alive in our hearts. I am grateful for having the opportunity to know Kevin. And until we meet again, I will cherish every moment I spent with him. My thoughts and prayers are with his brothers, his mom, Ashlee, Kristi, family, and friends. God bless.

"Peanut" was a great athlete, teammate, friend, and person in general. His legacy of being a great person who cared about others will live on in those fortunate enough to have known him. We can only hope that the world will be blessed in the future with more good-hearted people like Kevin.

Kevin played football together at USC and W & J with our son. We watched the teams and were always thrilled by Kevin's great plays. Our family grieves for all of you who have suffered this loss. Our prayers are for you. May God shower you with His grace and mercy and guard your hearts. He alone knows why Kevin had to leave this game too soon. Our sincerest condolences to all his family and friends.

I graduated high school with Kevin. He was a warm and caring person whose smile was contagious and anyone who knew him was blessed. He had a way of including everyone. My deepest heartfelt sympathies go to the Mathews family and everyone else that had the opportunity to meet him. You will be in my prayers. God Bless.

May God bless you and dry your tears as He holds Kevin in His gentle arms.

Kevin was my best friends little brother. And the best little brother I have ever seen. I always wanted to have a little brother and watching Bryan and Kevin made me so jealous. He was an amazing person with a kind and gentle heart that always made everyone smile no matter what. He is an angel now, and we are all in good hands with him watching over us. My prayers are with you Mathews family I love you all.

Kevin was the love of my life. I loved him with every piece of my being. He was my first real best friend, he was my first football and baseball teammate, my first tennis partner, and most certainly my first love. He was my crush since I was 5 years old, and I was finally deemed the luckiest girl on earth when he became mine. He was the largest part of my maturing and growing up as we were together for six years. He kept me afloat during my hard times, warmed my heart, magically dried my tears, and put a smile on my face. Doesn't matter if you knew him for your whole life or just one hour; your life has changed, I can promise you that. He was a gifted soul, loved without holding back, gave without thinking, and always lit up the room (given that he loved to be the center of attention- he loved this quality about himself.) The kind of love that I received from Kevin is the kind of love that I wish for everybody on this earth. I will never stop loving you, Kevin. You took part of me with you, but with what is left, I will live out our dreams. We had a lot of those, that's for sure. Keep talking to me. Keep loving me. The day that we meet again will be the most joyous of days in my entire life. You are my everything. You hold my heart. Forever.
Cind, Bry, Ash, G, Eric, Grandpa Bob, Grandma Lois, Aleen (& all aunts, uncles, and cousins) My heart feels and aches for you. You have made me a part of this family, and I love you all.

We are all praying for you during this difficult time. No one should have to experience the losses that your family has had to endure these past few years. But, please know that people that you may not even know are keeping you in their thoughts and prayers. Our hearts go out to all of you and we ask God to comfort you, be with you and bring you peace as only He can. And that he wrap you in His ever -present and loving embrace.

Prayerfully and with all our sympathies
The Rexroat Family
Dave, Prudence, Andrew and Michael

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Cindy and Gordon and the whole mathews family. Chris had the honor of playing baseball with Kevin, during Kevins senior year. Chris recalled happily, how nice and alot of fun Kevin was during the spring training trip and through out the season. May god give you strength and may love surround you all.

God Bless.

I was blessed to have known Kevin. He and my brother were close friends as well as teammates and roommates at W&J. Kevin truly was a wonderful person and a gifted athlete. His passion for life will never be forgotten and he will be forever missed. My deepest sympathies are with the Mathews family

Our sincere sympathy to the Mathews family. The families and friends who all knew Kevin are all heartbroken and will miss Kevin's beautiful smile. My son will truly miss his lifelong friend. Our prayers are with you Kevin.
May God give comfort and peace.

The McGraw Family
Celeste, J.J. & Maura

Kevin was the love of my life. He was my first true best friend, he was my first tennis partner, he was my first football and baseball teammate(I did my best. He did most of the scoring.)And he was most certainly my very first love. We changed each other in ways I never knew were possible. He and his family kept me afloat during my hard times, and he never failed to warm my heart, start to magically dry my tears. and put a smile on my face. The kind of love I received from Kevin was a kind of love that I wish for everybody on this earth. We were lucky to have found such deep, true, unharnessed love at such a young age. Kevin was the largest part of my maturing and growing up, as we were together for six years. It pains me to know I will never see his face, or be in his arms again, at least not on this earth. Kevin, you took part of me with you. And the day we meet again will be the most joyous of all days in my life. I love you.
Cind, G, Bry, Ash, Eric, grandpa Bob,grandma Lois, Aleen (& all aunts, uncles, and cousins) I love you all, and my heart feels for you.

Dear mathews family,
There are really no words to express my sadness. Kevin was a blessing and a kind person beyond his age. My family and I mourn him and richie still. If there is anything we can do for your family please dont hesitate to ask.

Dear Mathews Family,
Kevin seemed to have a way to reach out and touch those around him especially those who needed it most. He will be greatly missed and forever remembered. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.

USC

I don't know what to say in a time like this, except we are heart broken and devastated for your loss. I remember when our father passed away and your family took us in. Not only did all of you become our friends, you became our family as well. We spent almost every moment of everyday together. There are no memories from our childhoods that Kevin was not a part of. We are so lucky to have known Kevin and feel blessed that he was a part of our lives. I know we haven't seen all of you in a long while but we are always and will always be here for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Let the beautiful memories guide you through this difficult time.

The Welling Famly

While I was a year ahead of Kevin in high school and did not know him personally, you could not help but hear great things about him and it definitely wasn't just what he did on the football field or the baseball diamond. When we lose a member of the Panther family we all hurt. We have lost a truly great person whose time may have been short but whose impact has been great. To the family, you have the support and thoughts of the Class of 2003 and we look forward to seeing Kevin in that grand "reunion" that awaits us all.

Kevin was my first love...we grew up together and there was no one that made me smile quite as big as Kevin. He continued to amaze me up until the day he left us. I can only hope that he will continue to look down on me and protect me as he always did.

Kevin, I will always love you.

Dear Aleen, Cindy, David, Janice and children...There is nothing one can say. Your wonderful family has endured more tragedy than most families ever do. Your strength and the love you have for each other will help to sustain you during these terribly difficult times. Dear God, please bless and strengthen the Mathews family.

Kevin was truly one of a kind. He will be missed by many. My sincere sympathy to your entire family.

Gordon and Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. You have the entire community and more behind you for support.

As teachers we all have kids we think are special and endearing. For me Kevin was one of those students. I always thought so highly of him back when he was in 5th and 6th grade at Boyce. That's why it was so nice to run into him this past week on our cruise. Talking to him brought back some good memories for me and makes me realize how precious life is. My families prayers are with Cindy and the boys and my wish of peace and everlasting life goes to Kevin. I will forever cherish sitting with him on the ship, talking about home, and playing poker. He told me how great it was for him to be with his Mom and Gordon on the cruise. He spoke with love and pride when talking about them. Be at peace Kevin, I'll think of you often.

To the entire Mathews Family - It has been years since I have seen you, but please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. I remember Kevin as just a young boy running through the house with his brothers. We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to all of you.

Kevin was truly special. He had one of the most amazing personalities. He was so talented and passionate about so many things, it was hard not to admire him. I will never forget 9th grade Ceramics class-he was so outgoing and always made us laugh. Every day with him was special. Those memories will be with me forever. Kevin will be greatly missed.

This death of Kevin is so very sad. My children knew him well and looked up to him for his great ability to achieve, I met him a few times and remember what a good looking child. When it came to usc sports, I heard about him!! MY sincere sympathy to the entire family from myself and my family.

Growing up in St. Clair, I always looked forward to Friday night football games at the HS. My oldest brother Scott played on the team with Kevin and I would get so excited to go watch the boys that I looked up to so much play. Afterwards, the incredibly kind and gracious Mathews family had what seemed like the entire township over for a post-game party. Kevin and his entire family were always the nicest, most giving people I ever knew. Kevin's smile and charming personality could light up the world.

The Hyland family keeps you in our thoughts and prayers in this time of tragic loss.

I grew up with Kevin and played football with him from 5th grade all the way through high school. He was a great kid, a great friend, and a great football player. I know there are no words that will ease the pain of the Mathews family, but please know that the entire township of USC has you in their prayers.

"The sorrow of the faithful is not that of permanent loss, but the tender sense of sadness that comes in saying good-bye for now to someone we love. May today's sorrow give way to the peace and comfort of God's love."
My deepest sympathy is with the entire Mathews family. May God continue to bless you and keep you strong through this difficult time. Kevin was an amazing person who was loved by so many. I will never forget that smile when you said hello and the hugs everytime we saw eachother, Kev! You are in a better place...please watch over all who loved you. We miss you so much! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Cindy and Family, Our deepest sympathy. We are so sorry for your pain. Our prayers and thoughts are with you,

The Hyland Family

Cindy, Gordon, Eric,and Bryan-our hearts are breaking for you. What sad news. Pleases remember that Kevin lives on, in your hearts, and in God's arms.

We, your family, Cindy's cousins in northern California, mourn for you and are here for you. Please let us know if there's anything we can do.

Love,

Debbie Corsello-Basile and Carolyn Deily

My deepest sypathies for your family. Kevin was a great kid and will be missed.

Kevin was a temendous athlete and an even a better person. I remember when I played 7th grade football and Kevin showed up mid season...needless to say he took my spot as the starting running back. We also spent a lot of time together when we were in elementary school. He will be extremely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Mathews Family.

Mathews Family,

We are so very sorry for your loss.

Kevin had a tremendous outlook on life. I am grateful for the memories created at W&J.

My sympathies go out to his family during this terrible time.

Still Running

My prayers are with all of you. Hold together.

May God bless you during this horrible time. Your family and Kevin are in my thoughts and prayers. May God send you comfort.

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kevin was a great friend and I will miss him dearly. I'm sorry for your loss Mrs. Mathews.

Kevin was truly a special person, kind and passionate. He had a real magic about him, due to his energy and charisma. I will dearly miss his love and friendship and just having him around. My summer workouts won't quite be the same from here on out. RIP Kev and my most heartfelt sympathies to the Matthews family.

The class of 2004 will forever remember Kevin Mathews. To think back on the 13 years we spent together, Kevin is in each of those memories. From Deer Valley in middle school to Football and Baseball in High School. You had a strong personality and you were kind to so many. We will miss you forever Kevin!

I went to elementary and middle school with Kevin and still remember his easy going and friendly personality. His smile and laugh were contagious and you could tell even then, he was going to be a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with the Matthews family.

God bless the Mathews family and your beloved Kevin. We will all miss you so much, Kev! "May angels lead you in"

We are devastated by the the loss of an amazing person and our son's lifelong friend.
Kevin,we love you and will miss you greatly.
Cindy,Gordon,Bryan,Ashley and Eric,
We can not begin to imagine the depth of your pain and grief. Please know that we are here to support you in any way you may need.
With Love and Prayers,
Debbie, Al, Nick, Anthony,and Dani Amelio
BimBim and Poppy

A leader and a great competitor. I looked up to him and strived to be like him. A great guy and person.Your family is in my prayers.

I will never forget the love Kevin gave to all those around him. My favorite memory of Kevin was the first day he came as a guest leader to Middle School Ministry, Wyld Life. One young boy recognized him as 'THE' Highschool football star and asked for his autograph, as swarms of middle school boys followed his courageous boy, Kevin stood there and gave them all the love that Christ had bestowed upon him. He was a great "star", friend, and person, and will be greatly, and deeply missed.

Kevin was such a charming, handsome, sweet man. In my brief time I got to spend with him I saw his generosity and kindness shine through. It was a pleasure to know him. My deepest condolences to his family for this tragic loss.

My deepest condolences. Keep the faith knowing that you will see him again.

Aleen - What can be said... Susan and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and the family.

George and Susan Bond

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

The Cain Family has a big hole in our hearts.

Mrs. Mathews: I only met Kevin on a few rare occasions, one of them being when my son interviewed him for the Eisenhower Student Newspaper. Other times through Kate Laboon. Kevin was a wonderful person and we are all better people by knowing him, if only for a brief time. Our sincerest sympathies are with you and your family.

It is a great loss and Kevin will be missed by many. He excelled in many areas of his life and had a great love for his family and friends. i will also remember Kevin for his determination on any sports filed and in life and also for his great smile that could light up a room and let you know that all is pkay. Be well Kevin.

Your loss is heartfelt by so many. It has taught us even more about our own lives & families. I look at my sons and daughter with an even greater delicate respect for their life, and know I need to cherish each day even more than before. Your family's loss has affected us, and we are here for you.

The Scotts

Please accept my condolences. This is such a shock. Robin, Kent and I were talking about Kevin a few weeks back. Your family is in my prayers.

Kevin, I graduated with you. This November when our class gets together, you will be missed. But I know you are sitting in heaven, with your dad watching down on us. Say hi to Joe Duffy up in heaven. Keep an eye on us down here in Pantherland.

Oh my heart just goes out to you all. May the God of all comfort who comforts us in all our pain and sorrow give you all the needed strenght to endure in this time of such deep sorrow. God promise: He will actually swallow up death forever, and he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.

Kevin,

I miss you and love you. Please watch over me and Ashlee.

-Bryan

Our hearts and prayers are with you.

Kevin was such a kind and loving person who lit up a room wherever he went. I am sure when Jesus embraced him the first words spoken were, "Well done, good and faithful Kevin." My sincere sympathy to Cindy and the entire family.

Cindy, Our prayers are with you. Please know we are thinking of you today and in the days and weeks ahead.