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Matthew James McLauchlan
1986 - 2017
Matthew James McLauchlan
1986 - 2017
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BORN
1986
DIED
2017
Matthew McLauchlan Obituary
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July 27, 2017
You will be greatly missed my friend.
TK
Linzi Jackson (Hertel)
July 13, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with Matt's family. I will always have great memories of Matt. From being in class together to hanging out when I moved back to VA. Rest in peace.
BJ
July 8, 2017
My deepest sympathies to you all during this time of sadness. Draw strength from one another to carry on Matts legacy. I feel truly blessed to have shared so many wonderful years in my childhood with Little Matt. My memories live on. Rest easy gorgeous boy. X
Patricia Tomlinson
July 8, 2017
To all of Matt's loved ones.If you ever need to talk to someone that's knows all too well what your heart and mind are feeling at this time don't hesitate to reach out.my daughter was friends with Christian.I lost the love of my life in 2006.My mom lost two sons one 19 and one 43.our email is BMG9084@COMCAST NET
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Sheila Thomas
July 7, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. May God be with you all in your time of need.
Joan Domo
July 7, 2017
I still can't stop thinking about this everyday I can only imagine the sorrow and grief all of you are going thru Matt was a special young man loved by many words can not express how sorry I am
Anahita
July 6, 2017
Such sad news! Dear Jessica and family, May god give you strength to deal with your big loss. I know that the memories will stay alive, always. Love
Nicole Ryan
July 5, 2017
Thinking of you and your family. In my thoughts and prayers.
Jay Strath
July 5, 2017
My family and I want to offer our deepest sympathy on Matthew's passing. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family in this difficult time.
Cindy, Tom and Destrie Devine
July 4, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. I wish there was something I could say to ease the pain that your are feeling. My heart aches for you and your family. We lost our son, Tim Devine in November and the pain was unbearable. I met Matt several times and what a nice young man he was. Tim always spoke of Matt often and treasured his friendship. They are taking care of each other now and they will always be in our hearts. If you ever just need to talk let me know.
Lorraine Melville
July 4, 2017
The day you were born you bought so much love to my heart, the day you left shattered my heart into a million pieces. The time in between you were the Son I adored. Your smile melted me, your laugh warmed my soul our friendship meant the world to me. I know you knew just how much I loved you and I too knew how much you loved me. I wont dwell on your passing. I prefer to remember the little boy growing into a man. I have so so many memories rushing through my head and heart and nothing can take those from me. You will always be my boy and I pray that I will see you again. I promise that I will live the rest of my life honouring you my beloved Son
Joann Carroll
July 4, 2017
My dear Jessica.
I'm so sorry for your loss. And while no words seem appropriate to express my sorrow, please know that I continue to pray for your strength and comfort. If there's anything I can do for you and your family, just let me know. Praying for your strength.
Tiffany Sullivan(Gregory)
July 3, 2017
Oh Jessica, I'm so very sorry about the loss of your best friend, husband, and Logans daddy! Ive always admired the photos you posted of your beautiful family, seeing how happy you all were. I know we were not really close in school and stuff but I will keep you and Logan in my prayers, and his family, and I'll pray you both find some kind of peace. I know it's gonna be hard to heal losing such an important part of your family, but I'll pray for as much healing as possible! Take care!!
Jacob King
July 3, 2017
Matt, you were without a doubt, the best friend I've ever had. I loved you like a brother and I'm still in shock over your passing. I want to thank you for all the good times we had. Every memory I have of times we spent together, even at work, were fond ones. This is gonna leave a void that nobody could ever fill. I will never forget you brother. Mum, Andrew, Kaht and Leesa, you have been like a second family to me. I know how much Matt meant to each of you and wish their was something I could say to ease the grief I know you are feeling. I love all of you and will always be there if you need me. Jessicer (no, that is not a typo), I am so sad for you and Logan as well. I just want you to know, if Logan ever needs anything whatsoever, myself and many others will always have his back. Thank you for loving and being a wife to Matty Matt.
Patricia
July 3, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss.My husband passed away in 2006 and I was left to care for my daughter.My heart was shattered and my pain was unbearable but I can promise you GOD can and will heal your heart so please lean on him for your strength now and forever.I will continue to pray for all family and friends.
Duane Diggs
July 3, 2017
Jessica and family,
Karen and I wish to offer our deepest condolences on Matthew's passing. We understand this is a very difficult time your family. Please know we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
With sympathy,
Duane & Karen Diggs
Atie and Bijan
July 2, 2017
Our deepest condolences to dear Jessica and all family for this shocking loss. There is not any word to express our heartache for this sad news. Our thoughts and prayer for peace and comfort in such a difficult time for all family. God bless his soul.
Carla (Jacob's mom)
July 2, 2017
Lorraine, Andrew, Kahtlin, James, and family, Words cannot express the sadness, heartache, and disbelief that I have felt since Jacob called and told me of Matt's passing. He was a great friend to my son and such a wonderful young man. I have many, many fond memories of the times I've spent with "Matty Matt" and Jacob. They were definitely fun to be with!!! May God comfort you and strengthen you ALL through this very difficult time. Just remember that Matt will forever be with you in your hearts.
Carolyn Fannin
July 2, 2017
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rosie and Arsalan
July 1, 2017
Jessica and Jacki, we are having hard time believing this. We are so very sorry for your loss. Please let us know if we can do anything.
Sonal Ranjan
July 1, 2017
I am so sorry Jessica for this loss. Please let us know for any help and support. Please take care and be strong enough.
Rajeev Ranjan
July 1, 2017
Jessica and family - So sorry to hear this. May God give you all the strength to go through this hard time. My sincere condolences.
July 1, 2017
Dear Jessica, Logan, Jackie, Bill and McLauchlan and Cope Family,
We are so saddened to hear of your tragic and untimely loss.We hope that you find some semblance of comfort in family and friends gathered around you. We know that your dearest Matt will always be in your minds and forever in your hearts. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Rebecca, Tooraj, Mona, and Chris
Rae (Dawson) Haddrill
July 1, 2017
My heart aches for your family. I have so many great memories of Matt. You always were with your big sister, Kaht, and became a little brother to many, especially to James. You always were so respectful, saying "Ms. Dawson" all the time even when I said you didn't have to. You left us way too early and you will be greatly missed! ♥♥
Amie
July 1, 2017
Jessica and family, I'm so sorry for your loss may God give you all comfort and peace during this difficult time. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Cynthia Carter and family
July 1, 2017
Jessica and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless you. Please know you have our continued support and prayers. With deepest sympathy and love.
Bob Riddle
July 1, 2017
Azam and myself are deeply saddened to learn of your loss. Even though we never met Mathew, we feel your loss and sadness. Our thoughts and prayers are for you, his family and friends. May you find comfort and peace during these times,
Bob Riddle & Azam Riddle
July 1, 2017
Azam and myself are deeply saddened to learn of your loss. Even though we never met Mathew, we feel your loss and sadness. Our thoughts and prayers are for you, his family and friends. May you find comfort and peace during these times,
Karen Petruzzi
July 1, 2017
Lorraine and Kaht, I was so saddened to read about Matt. You know that I always thought he was always the most handsome man in Chester, besides Logan of coarse. I will be praying for your family, and when I return to VA. I will come to visit you. Please let me know what I can do to help. Love and hugs - Karen
Nicholas and Kimberly Fetty
July 1, 2017
So sorry to hear of your passing. Prayers for you and your beloved family.
Eduar Morillo
July 1, 2017
I still can not believe it. Friend, may God welcome you with open arms and protect your family from the sky like Angel
Angela johnson
July 1, 2017
Rip Mat. Praying for your family at this time. Continue to watch over your family and friends fly high angel!!
Amanda Boyd
July 1, 2017
My heart goes out to you and the family your in my thoughts and prayers.
Christine Carawan (Cadran)
July 1, 2017
I take this time to express my sincere heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family at this painful time. I pray that God gives you the strength that you need to get through this. Matt may not be here physically but he will always be watching over you and Logan.
Theresa
June 30, 2017
My condolences to you, Logan, and the family. I will be keeping you in my prayers.
Andrea Dillard
June 30, 2017
Dear McLauchlan family,
While the loss of a loved one is never easy, it is most certainly the hardest when they are taken from us too soon. Your recent loss of your son Mathew who has left us at such a youthful age is definitely in the category of those hard losses for which there is so painful a reminder of what might have been.
I ask for God's blessings on you and your wonderful family. May you find the courage and strength in family, friends, and strangers to help the family move forward in peace and confidence and in knowing that his was a life well-lived.
Yours In Peace,
Matthew Johnson
June 30, 2017
Lorraine & Andrew, Jessica & Logan, Leesa, Kaht & James. My heart goes out to you all. I am at a loss for words. I will always remember Matt as "little Matt". I will never forget the young smiling face and his loving caring nature. My memories will help Matt's legacy live on forever. Obviously a very hard time for you all as well as myself to hear of this tragedy. My condolences & love to you all. RIP little Matt xx
Kathy Phillips
June 30, 2017
Kaihtlin and Lorraine so sorry to hear of this tragedy . Thinking of you both and the rest of your family sending prayers and condolences to all of you.Love you both may your memories get you through.
Cherrie Cadran
June 29, 2017
Our family would like you give our condolences to Matthews family it breaks our hearts to see such a young man leave this earth too soon, we are praying for all those he loved and touched,God Bless.
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