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Del Newberry
October 18, 2021
The losses were great that day. The stories of each individual lost were very sad. The saddest ones were the very young ones, like Matthew. Our hearts still ache for the families who lost loved ones on that horrible day. Rest assured that we will never forget you and your loved ones. We keep you in our prayers. Much love from Texas.
Kathy Burnette
September 14, 2021
Shelia, I know this still hurts!!! He will not be forgotten!!! My thoughts and prayers are with you!!! Miss seeing you on facebook!!! Hugs for you!!!
Cindy Roe
September 13, 2021
Remembering Matthew on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Del Newberry
June 26, 2015
What a tragic loss of a young man, whom I'm sure would have made a fine naval officer. Today I pause to remember that no where is safe, and I respect the men and women of the armed services and the law enforcement community for working so bravely to protect our freedoms. My prayers today are for Matthew's friends and family. Much love from Texas.
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JTWC will always remember...
Enrique Acosta-Gonzalez
September 10, 2014
Donna Woods
September 8, 2014
Never a day goes by without remembering your incredible sacrifice on 9/11. Holding onto summertime memories of family reunions and baseball games. Forever in our hearts and prayers. Until we meet again in heaven...much love, your cousin Donna
Judy Yeats
November 28, 2011
Happy Birthday Matt, You will never be forgotten, Even though I never had the chance to meet you, I am honored to know that you served so proudly, I can't believe how long it has been,,May you rest in peace.
Carolyn Morrow
November 28, 2011
Sheila, I'm praying for you and Mike as you continue to remember Matt every day, but especially tomorrow on his birthday. God bless you always. Love, Carolyn
September 11, 2011
A Friend said your name and my prayer went up. I might not remember your name forever, but will always remember your sacrifice. xxx
Kiley Pemberton-Saeed
September 11, 2011
As part of a Facebook event, I was assigned Matthew to make sure, on this 10th anniversary of 9/11, that he was remembered. It was my honor & privilege to be given such a wonderful man. Thank you Matthew for your service and protection of our beloved country. My heart goes out to your family. You all will always be in my prayers.
Matt's Photo at our local 9/11 Momument in Centralia, WA.
Jennifer Pesterfield
September 9, 2011
We may have never met, but I have kept you in my thoughts and prayers. Through my two deployments overseas I have kept your photo with me. Sheila, my thoughts and prayers are with you now, and always.
Susan D. Wiseman - "The Tribute Lady"
September 8, 2011
On this upcoming 9/11 - 10th Anniversary Remembrance, I'd like to share the moving Tribute to Matthew & all those who perished. www.MeetMeInThePark.com
(ALL downloads are free)
The VIDEO version is also free to download at ... www.YouTube.com/TheTributeLady
Or this direct link,
http://youtu.be/4EQXUw-ZuZQ
May we NEVER FORGET!
God bless you, all...In HIS service,
September 7, 2011
On Friday, September 9th, at 9:30am the school community of St. Agnes Academy - St. Dominic school in Memphis, Tn, we will share Matthew's story as told by his Dad. These words will help our students better understand the wonderful lives that were lost on 9-11-01. Our prayers will be with your family during the days ahead.
Blessings,
Gretchen Kirk
Maria coates
September 5, 2011
On the 10 year anniversary. We remember Matt and want you to know our thoughts are with his family. We will never forget. We will say a prayer at his Memorial at The N.N.L.L field too.
Tonda Peddicord
May 2, 2011
Dear Matt,
Today justice was finally served. I have never met 2 parents that were more proud of their child than yours. May you smile down on Sheila and Mike today with that high five and a kiss on the cheek. The evil is now gone. Mom and Dad still need you to watch over them as they take all this in. Wrap your angel wings around them and let them know all is good and God is great. You will always be remembered as a hero.
September 11, 2010
Remember Matt on this 9th Memorial Day to the Nation's loss. God Bless all the families who lost loved ones on this day!
September 9, 2010
Michael & Sheila:
Both of you and Matt are in my heart and mind on this 9th anniversary. When I consider all you have been through, all other problems seem small. Michael & I will never forget Matt, and we will always keep him in our thoughts and you in our prayers. Take comfort in knowing that he is in a much better place - heaven - looking down on us.
Much love and blessings to you,
Connie & Michael Flanagan
Keri Colburn
March 5, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sept. 13, 2009 - Sounding Taps in honor & Remembrance of AG2 Matthew Michael Flocco & all who perished 9/11/01 at the Pentagon
September 20, 2009
AG2 Matthew Michael Flocco's Memorial Bench - Pentagon Memorial Park
September 20, 2009
Sept. 13, 2009 - Paying our respects to Matthew at the Pentagon Memorial
September 20, 2009
Susan D. Wiseman - " The Tribute Lady "
September 20, 2009
Dear Sheila & Mike,
We will NEVER FORGET Matthew, another son I never had the honor to meet, a HERO in ALL our eyes.
Please know, you are forever in our thoughts & prayers, daily!
9/11/09 weekend, Larry & I traveled to D.C., while there we visited the Pentagon Memorial & paid our respects at Matthew's bench, honoring ALL with the sounding of LIVE Taps.
I've put together a video honoring Matthew, along with the song dedicated to him, in memory of all 184 souls that perished that fateful day.
It's titled,
" Meet Me In The Park " (all downloads are free, as is the song below.
www.YouTube.com/TheTributeLady (VIDEO)
www.MeetMeInThePark.com (Song)
May something you hear be a blessing to you & your's, and, lead to Christ!
As long as there's breath in my body, I will continue to share Matthew's life, service & sacrifice with all we come in contact with, through song.
May God hold him in HIS loving arms forever & keep you in HIS tender care, until you meet again!
In Christ,
Susan D. Wiseman - "The Tribute Lady"
www.TheTributeLady.com
(98+ Tributes - all free downloads)
Inspired by the Pentagon's Memorial Park Project
In Loving Memory of the 184 precious souls lost on 9/11.
Dedicated to AG2 Matthew Michael Flocco ( 21 ) U.S. Navy
" Meet Me In The Park "
( I'm On Angel's Wings )
Meet me ... in the park
Linger, for awhile.
Hold me ... in your thoughts
'Til the end ... of all time,
While I fly ... so high
No one ... can see.
* * *
I'm flying, I'm flying ...
I'm ... On Angel's Wings.
I miss you ... I wish you
Could see ... everything.
Heaven's ... before me
All the stars ... have passed by.
I'm flying ... on Angel's wings
To your side !
* * *
Meet me ... in the park
'Neath ... the shade of the trees
On that bench ... near the water,
I'll be the ... breeze.
While I fly ... so high
No one ... can see.
* * *
I'm flying, I'm flying ...
I'm ... On Angel's Wings.
I miss you ... I wish you
Could see ... everything.
Heaven's ... before me
All the stars ... have passed by.
I'm flying ... on Angel's wings
To your side !
* * *
Meet me ... in the park
Linger, for awhile.
Hold me ... in your thoughts
'Til the end ... of all time.
www.MeetMeInThePark.com
( ALL Downloads are FREE )
VIDEO at ... www.YouTube.com/TheTributeLady
Copyright - Dec. 21, 2007
Susan D. Wiseman - " The Tribute Lady "
www.TheTributeLady.com
( ALL Downloads are FREE )
Peggy Childers
September 11, 2009
To the family of Matthew Michael Flocco:
Matthew gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. My deepest sympathy to you. We must never forget!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Susan Phipps
September 11, 2009
Sheila -
Thinking of you and Mike today as we remember your son Matt and those who lost their lives on this day that changed our nation. Our memories of Matt playing Little League with our son Brian are as vivid today as they were almost 20 years ago! Mike helping coach Matt and you "keeping the book"! Priceless! I hope these and other wonderful memories of Matt that you and your friends share help to ease your sorrow.
Rob Drake
September 11, 2009
"And if I go, before Im old
Oh brother of mine, please don’t forget me if I go..."
--from 'Bartender' Dave Matthews Band
Seems hard to believe it's been 8 years. I met Matt less than 2 months before that fateful day. I had given him a ride from Delaware up to a weekend of Dave Matthews Band shows in Camden, NJ.
He was part of a big group of fans from all over the country that were acquainted through a fan website. We had gotten together for that weekend, all stayed at the same hotel, and had a bus take us to and from the shows. We shared a lot of great music, laughs, and friendship that weekend.
Although Matt seemed a bit shy, and soft-spoken, he impressed me as being a very mature guy at 21-- much more than most folks that age. He was smart, knowledgeable, and had a great sense of humor. He had a very bright future ahead of him.
For several years following 9/11/01, many from that same group got together at a DMB show somewhere in his memory. As these years have passed, folks have moved on to other places, careers, gotten married, started families, etc. It makes me sad to know Matt didn't get those chances.
He is surely still missed by many, but certainly not forgotten.
Ruth Pugh
September 11, 2009
Shelia I remember. I hope that time has helped you. I know that there's still pain, I pray for you and think about the book that I made for you. I hope that it was and is a blessing. We now live in Tn. When the book was made we lived in Vicksburg, Ms. God bless you and your family
Linda Molinari Hickman
July 30, 2009
May the love of family and friends carried you over.Michael, I am your first cousin, from your Mom's (Marie)side of the family. I haven't heard from her in a couple of years. I am your Uncle Tony's third daughter.I think of you often, and I always pray for you, your wife, and your son. I know there is never that closure when you lose your child, that everyone talks about.That pain is in your heart for the rest of your life until you see Matthew again in heaven. My daughter was a baby when she passed away and I never found that closure. I couldn't imagine how it would feel to lose a son, 22 years old. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
I hope you and Sheila are still in your new house. I also hope that you had baseball clubs honor in your son's name. I know how much Matthew loved baseball.
May God bless you both and your Sisters,and your Mother and step Father.
I do care very much and think of you, your wife, and your son a lot.
Love, your first cousin,Linda & Dennis
Jeff Juhnke
June 20, 2009
Mrs. Flocco,
Matt was a special kid and I'm glad to hear he was able to be home often while stationed at the Pentagon with me. His memory and his dedication to our country will not be forgotten. God bless you, your family and the United States of America!
~Jeff Juhnke
Stuttgart, Germany
Laura
June 19, 2009
Sheila,
I have only known you a short time but already we are like we have always known one another. I feel so bad each time I share something about my kids or grandkids because you will never have that. I am so sorry for the loss of this very handsome hero. I am always here for you.
Love Laura
Kenny Ferguson
June 16, 2009
I went to Newark (NHS) with Matt, and we had some classes together. He was definitely one of the nicest and "coolest" people I've ever met. He was his own person. Yeah, Matt was quiet, everyone knows that ;), but he was very friendly to _anyone_ and had a great sense of humor. I'll miss the guy; wish I'd taken the time to get to know him better.
Chris Foster
June 16, 2009
I knew Matt from our time at Newark High School. The one memory that will always be with me of Matt was how polite and curtious he was. He was not the one to deny you friendship because of the group that you hung out with. He was a great person and will always be missed.
Jay Futrell
June 16, 2009
I became friends with Matt in 1998 while attending UD. He used to come hang out at my house. He was kind of quiet until I actually got to know him. We used to talk baseball, which most cannot. He was a good kid, unassuming and polite. I miss him.
Trish Benefield
June 16, 2009
Sheila, What a beautiful life your son lived, and the memories he left behind are wondrous - God bless you, and thank you for sharing Matt with all of us!! Love and Hugs to you,
Trish
Dot Gregory-Gerow
June 16, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Flocco,
I had the pleasure of having Matt in my senior English class. He was intelligent, he had a wonderfulsense of humor, although he was quiet in class, and every once in while he was all "boy." You had a fine son!
Matt's loss is staggering to you and to everyone who loved him.
My sincere sympathy to you both.
May 31, 2009
Good deal Sheila. I'm glad to see you have it up and running
Connie Deneski
May 31, 2009
The short and wonderful life of Matt will be remembered by many, for many years. His love for his parents has touch us all and vise versa. May the Lord bless you, and keep you till the day you join your son in Heaven. I love you Mike and Sheila, call if ever you need me.
Donna Pheneger
May 31, 2009
Beautiful, Sheila - thanks for sharing with us.
Kathy Burnette
May 30, 2009
Prayers for you Sheila and Mike, may God comfort you and may your memories of Matt bring you much joy!!!
God bless these United States of America.
Pat Shoukry
May 25, 2009
Thank you Matthew for defending my Freedoms. It is because of great American patriots such as you that Americans continue to board airplanes with confidence and the people of this city can live without fear.
You will always be remembered with love and great pride by the grateful nation you served to protect.
Rest in peace.
Pat Shoukry - NYC (6 miles from "Ground Zero")
Janice Marler (Atchley)
April 7, 2009
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Flocco,
You have my sympathy in the loss of your son. I did not know of his loss until I read about you helping rebuild the Pentagon. I believe the story was in the Readers' Digest. I also am dear friends with Shea Wesley's mom Shirley. I have thought of you often, but today after reading "Let's Roll" by Lisa Beamer, I thought of you again and endeavored to find something on Matt. If I'm correct, Matt was one of my bowlers at Brookside Bowl when I ran the junior program there. Please know that he is remembered. I'm sure that your burden of loss has been lessened somewhat but know that the loss will never be removed. God bless you both!
P Tabbernor
August 24, 2007
In remembrance....
Nancy Sahlberg
November 11, 2006
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 1998-2006
Kristine
October 24, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Kathy Swaringen
October 11, 2006
On Sept 26, 2006, 1 mile was ridden to honor the life of Matthew Michael Flocco and all those he left behind. May you find some comfort in knowing that you are still remembered in our thoughts and prayers.
Matthew, may you rest in peace.
Marie Houston
September 12, 2006
Mike & Sheila,
I want you to know that both of you
and Matt are in my thoughts and prayers every day since 9/11/01. I
have not forgotten and WILL NEVER FORGET!!! GOD BLESS YOU AND BE WITH
you and "YOUR GUARDIAN ANGEL" ALWAYS. Keep the faith and keep in touch.
LOVE YOU!!
Stanley Pesotski
September 11, 2006
Mike,
Thinking of you and your family on this day. Time does not make the loss easier but it does heal in some ways. When we were growing up together I never would have believed we would undergo such a loss as losing our sons. They belong to God and God called them home. You are in our prayers.
God Bless!
Linda (Hugues) and Pudge Pesotski
Shea wesley
September 11, 2006
Floc, I miss you way too much to even put into words. alot of things have changed since that day and I know that you've seen ti all. I still shoot those pong balls like you but never as accurate. everytime I play that guitar I feel you with me and everytime I see your face I get so choked up. I miss you Brother and I love you so much, Shea Diggz
christine barton
October 15, 2004
I am so sorry for your loss ,I as a mother of a 23 yr old who was in the 2nd tower know how it feels .
i had just found your sons name on angel moms and wrote you asking you about your son and his age .
when i searched afterwards for him on here i was shoked to see how old he was i wish i could have saved him and all the rest somehow in anyway i am so deeply hurt for you i truly am god rest his soul he will be on my mind as my own and all the other lives lost .
Darlene Hogan
September 11, 2004
Sheila - we chatted way back in 2000 when you went by "Proud Navy Mom". Your family is in our prayers this day and every day. Having lost my mom who was my best friend, I know your grief. Please know that they are in a better place even though that's hard for us to believe sometimes. Just know that when you feel a gentle breeze or see a beautiful sunset that our loved ones are with us. It was a great honor that your husband chose to help rebuild the Pentagon. What a great tribute to your son. God bless you and your family.
Lisa Lattea
September 10, 2004
Sheila, we have talked via email soon after 9/11, I got your email from the Marine Moms Online site. You and your husband are in my prayers and thoughts. God bless.
Brandon Smith
September 13, 2003
to Michael...may you rest in peace shipmate.
AGC Brandon Smith
Tina Pupis
September 12, 2003
Uncle Mike & Aunt Sheila your strength is an inspiration to all of us! I know Matt is watching over you. May God bless you both.
Love,
Tina
KATHIE BOOK
September 11, 2003
MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME...
Cindy Shorey (Eastburn)
September 11, 2003
Dear Sheila & Mike -
My thoughts and prayers are with you today, as they are everytime I hear a reference to this day ~ it is really never far from my mind. God bless you both and keep you safe.
Rita Flocco
September 11, 2003
I am a distant part of your family. I grieve your loss. My mother-in-law and father-in-law spoke of your son, attended his memorial service and I shared in their grief. This tragedy has effected so many people and when it hits home, there are no words to express how you feel. I mourn the loss of your son along with you and the rest of the Flocco Family. I'm sure Matt is in God's wonderful care and he misses you all very much.
Sonya Francois
September 11, 2003
Sheila & Michael,
It has been two years and still we remember. The loss of your son brought 9/11 to all of us as we lost one of "our" boys in the tragedy. I think of you often and miss seeing Sheila at shoprite. Know that our prayers are still with you.
With love,
Sonya
Jennifer Preston
January 14, 2003
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Flocco,
I did not know your son personally but I have receieved a praycelet with his name. I will pray for Matthew daily and he will always be known in my heart as an American Hero. May God Bless Him and God continue to watch over you and give you the strength to carry on. In these times of talk of war we can always use prayer as a means to get us through this. God Bless,
Michelle Bush-Burkes
November 26, 2002
Dear Sheila-
I am so glad that we got the opportunity to know each other. I just wish that it had been under different circumstances. I think of you often and wonder if Matt and my Mom are up there looking down on us while taking a smoke break together (smile). I hope we get the opportunity to meet in person one day. Until then, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Your online friend. Michelle
Susan Budde
September 17, 2002
Mr. & Mrs. Flocco:
I saw your story on TV and I was really moved. Please be happy for the rest of your life because your son is a very happy guy right now up in heaven. And you were so fortunate to have been blessed to have him in your life. You'll see him again some day. In the meanwhile, he's watching over you and he wants you to enjoy the rest of your life.
Linda Sheppard
September 14, 2002
Dear Sheila,
I saw the article in People magazine this week about your husband helping rebuild the Pentagon. I sincerely hope this helps with his healing and I admire his spirit. On the other hand, I am not sure if it is appropriate to strive for "getting over" Matt's death because I do not think it will happen. He was your beloved son and still is, like Missy is still my beloved baby daughter. There will be no "getting over it." There will hopefully be some acceptance at some point in time through the grace of God and the knowledge that we will see them again, but I think that is all we can hope for. Please know that I will pray for you and your husband every night on a regular basis. I will not pray for Matt, as I do not pray for Missy - they are in a better place now where they no longer need our prayers - they are with the Lord in that bright land where we'll never grow old. When people ask you where God was on Sept. 11, tell them he was there at the Pentagon and at the WTC and in Pennsylvania taking his children home. Remember, there is no pain in heaven and no tears. I send you both all the love in my heart.
Melissa Hayes
September 13, 2002
May your memories of Matt help you find peace and strength. May his spirit guide you through the difficult times.
God Bless.
Melissa Hayes
Sheila Flocco
September 13, 2002
I want to express my thanks and love to all of you who have signed this guestbook in honor of Matt.
Linda Shepard, I know the pain and grief you also are going through. I don't think I'll ever be able to get over the fact that my only son is gone.
Frances
September 12, 2002
In Memory of Matthew Flocco: I did not meet you on this earth but you touched my life and you made my world a better place because you served this country and you gave your life because of our beliefs and I can never Thank You enough or tell you what a hero you are. I know your family must be very proud of you. God Bless your family and God Bless America---
cristina garcia
September 11, 2002
DEAR MR & MS. Flocco,
HI, I AM CRISTINA I ATTEND ST.PIUS X CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL AND I GOT A WRISTBAND WITH YOUR SON'S NAME ON IT. I WOULD JUST LIKE TO SAY THAT, THAT WAS THE PAST BUT, YOU, AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM BECAUSE FROM MY UNDERSTANDING HE WAS A HERO.
HERE IS A LITTLE SOMETHING I WROTE FOR YOUR SON:
NO MATTTER HOW OR WHERE YOU, ARE YOU ALWAYS BRIGHTIN UP OUR DAY. NO MATTER HOW SAD OR UPSET WE LOOK YOU ALWAYS LIFT UP OUR HOPES. BUT, NO MATTER WHERE YOU GO, YOU'LL ALWAYS STAY IN OUR HERTS.
YOU ARE ALL IN PRAYERS AND
GOD BLESS YOU.
Cathy Anderson
September 11, 2002
Dear Mike & Sheila,
A tribute to Matt:
"This life for him is over. His earthly cares are done. He's gone to meet our Saviour. His battles have been won. He's living with our Saviour, beyond the crystal sea, in a Star Spangled Heaven throughout eternity."
Love and Prayers Always! Cathy
RITA PITSIKOS
September 11, 2002
I CAN'T IMAGINE THE PAIN AND TURMOIL YOUR FAMILY MUST BE GOING THRU I ONLY PRAY THAT IN GIVEN TIME ITWILL LESSEN.YOUR SON IS A HERO AND WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.
Michelle Hess
September 10, 2002
To the family of Matthew Flocco, I want to let you know that I thank you for bringing Matthew into this world. Although I did not know him personally, I do believe he is a hero for serving his country in the Navy and I will pray that your hurt will end and your cries to the Lord will be answered. Delaware Loves Matthew and WILL NEVER FORGET!
Paul J. Ritter Jr.
September 10, 2002
I'm Free
Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free.
I'm following the path God laid for me.
I took his hand when I heard His call,
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day.
To laugh, to love, to work, to play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way--
I've found that peace at the close of the day.
If parting has left a void,
The fill it with remembered joy,
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah, yes -- these things I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow,
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I savored much;
Good friends, good times, a loved one's touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief--
Don't lengthen it with undue grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now; he set me free.
Kimberlee Reed
September 9, 2002
Mike and Sheila,
You are in my prayers always. Matthew was a true hero and was blessed to have you both for parents.I know in my heart he is proud of you both for your bravery.
Linda Sheppard
September 7, 2002
Dear Sheila and family,
Last September, Sheila, you emailed me after talking with Judy Lockwood, a member of our church. I am the mother of Melissa Rose Barnes. It has been almost impossible for me to get anything done in a timely manner this past year and I apologize for not writing you a message sooner. My prayers are with your family, Sheila, during this month and all year. Just remember that Matthew and Melissa are now in that bright land where we'll never grow old, with our Lord, and we will see them again and all questions will be answered. I'll check back here in a few days to see if you have seen my message. I send my love.
Linda Sheppard
September 7, 2002
Dear Sheila and family,
I want you to know, Sheila, that I have not forgotten you emailed me last September with respect to my daughter, Melissa Rose Barnes, and that you also know Judy Lockwood from our church. Navy moms have to stick together!!!! I have not forgotten you but have just been too stricken to be able to get anything done in a timely fashion. I know this next few days coming up are going to be very hard so I want you to know that I will be praying for you and your family this month. God bless you and your family and remember that Matthew and Missy are only as far away as Jesus. They are in a far better place now where the sun shines eternal and all questions are answered. I send you my love.
Cindy Shorey (Eastburn)
September 5, 2002
Dear Sheila & Mike - I know this month is going to be tough. My thoughts and prayers are with you - as they have been all year. The thought still makes me cry. You have shown such faith and courage - Matthew is proud; and I am proud to know you both. God Bless You.
Debbie Thompson
August 27, 2002
Dear Family of Matthew,
Your son's name will live on in many unexpected ways. Today I donated blood in honor of your son.
Tonight I'll say my prayers to him and your family. May the Lord give you peace.
Brian App
August 16, 2002
Mr. and Mrs Flocco,
I watched the video of your story about the loss of your son. I could feel the love you both have for him and it is truly a blessing to see this. I know that it must be hard for your loss and for you to make sense of it all but just know that all three of you are in the hearts and prayers of us all.
God Bless
Brian
The Dagg's
July 18, 2002
Sheila and Mike,
Our thoughts and prays are with you.
Sheila Werland
June 7, 2002
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Matthew. He must have been a great source of love and pride. I thank him for the sacrifices he made and the sacrifices his family made as he worked to protect his country. May God bless his father Michael, for his help in rebuilding the Pentagon. This shows me that Mathew came from a strong and caring family. know that he will be remembered even by those of us who never knew him personally.
Karen Bune
April 12, 2002
Mr. and Mrs. Flocco:
Though I was not acquainted with your son, his loss touches mine as a fellow American. I understand the monumental grief you feel and the void within your lives. Mr. Flocco--your work at the Pentagon is a tribute to your son and to all that lost their lives there. My heart goes out to you and your family with deepest sympathy.
Adria Vansant
March 13, 2002
Mr. & Mrs. Flocco, It has now been 6 months since this horrific tragedy. My sister, Brooke, knew Matthew along with many of her friends. I can assure you he is remembered dearly through all of them. I express my deepest sympathies to your family. Even after so many months I can still recall that terrible day. May you find peace in your heart one day soon. God Bless your family, you are in our prayers.
Matt at a party at my house on August 25, 2001.
Erin Riska
March 12, 2002
Sheila and Michael, I know you've already read this, but I wanted to post it here for you once again...
Matthew Flocco was a man who, despite being painfully shy among strangers, had a way of getting a laugh out of everyone he met. Unfortunately, he never knew just how many lives he touched. My earliest memories of Matt are of reading his posts on the Dave Matthews Band Mailing Lists' message boards, a community of super fans. In June of 2001, about 30 members of the DMBML, almost all of whom knew eachother only through the message board, gathered in Camden, New Jersey for the Dave Matthews Band's three-night concert run, to share in a weekend of good times and good music. Throughout the course of the weekend, each of us got to know a little part of this man who in just a few short months, would lose his life in the attack on the Pentagon. My fondest and most vivid memory of Matt is his love of ‘Hot Pockets'. No one is sure just how many he consumed throughout the course of the weekend, but it was enough to earn him the nickname of ‘Hot Pockets', which is what he was affectionately known as from that point on among this group of DMB fans.
Upon hearing the news of his death, members of this online community of Dave Matthews Band fans took up a collection and raised over $3700.00, which would later be donated to the memorial fund established by his friends and family in Delaware. The first gathering of these friends in Camden, New Jersey in 2001 had the playful, yet rather confusing nickname of ‘Spicy Fenton Fest' or ‘SFF' for short. We have decided to meet again when DMB performs in Camden during the summer of 2002, again with the nickname of ‘SFF', only now it will take on a whole new meaning: ‘Sailor Flocco Fest', and the official food of the weekend will be, of course, Hot Pockets.
Torrey Sipple
March 11, 2002
Dear Mr. & Mrs.Flocco,
I was, with much of the nation, saddened at the loss of your son. A son, you have every right to be proud of. I also attended Newark High School but graduated in 1993. I know that the Newark community is joined in its grief for Matt. I can also say, without a doubt, that he would have been a wonderful asset as an officer in the Navy. My father-in-law graduated from Annapolis and after serving 20 years went back to the academy to teach. He salutes you for living on in the manner that Matthew would have been proud of. It's a father's love that allows you to go back to the Pentagon to help rebuild and it's a son's love that is looking over you both now and will with each passing day. You have my deepest sympathies and I am wishing you love, light and peace.
Kathy B
March 11, 2002
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Flocco, My family and I live in the Pike Creek area. I am so sorry that you have had to endure this terrible tragedy. Please take comfort in the fact that you and your son had such a warm and wonderful relationship. May happy memories sustain you in the days ahead. I read in the News Journal that Mr. Flocco is helping with the restoration of the damage to the Pentagon. Thank you for helping to restore our country. God Bless you and Mrs. Flocco and may Matthew be always close to your hearts. His spirit will live on!
Carolyn Wright
February 9, 2002
I am sorry about the loss of your son. I have a bracelet honoring your son. Carolyn
April Roar
January 31, 2002
My prayers go to Matt's parents. May God strengthen you both and bless your family. I never really talked to Ed about work much, but he did mention he was training a younger man.
Sister of AG1 Edward T. Earhart
Patti Palmer
January 23, 2002
I was very sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I remember, while working on the Courthouse in Delaware, how fondly you spoke of him and looked forward to the weekends when you would see him. My prayers are with you and your family.
Teresa Jahn
January 12, 2002
We are deeply sorry for your great loss of Matthew. May the deep sorrow in your hearts be lightened by warm memories of times together. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Corey Lesniczak
January 4, 2002
This is to the parents of Matt/Floc I really feel bad for you guys and if there is anything I can do or my family can do let us know. My thoughts and prayers are out for you guys.
Will Tanner
November 19, 2001
May God comfort your family in this time of tragedy. I am honored that God has chosen me to bear Matthew's name daily. May Matthew's death not be in vain, but a witness to the world. God Bless, Will Tanner
katherine luangkhot
October 27, 2001
my prayers are with you I have Matthew's name on my mercy band(www.mercyband.org) and know that I am praying for you all feel free to email me with prayer requests God bless you alot and comfort you
Jan and Zane Azbarea
October 24, 2001
Our thoughhts and prayers are with the family.
Joel Esler
October 20, 2001
I am dating Michelle Lefebvre, and she told me about Michael... I am sorry to hear about it, and rest assured us people that are still in the Military, not only will we not forget, but we'll do our best to find those responsible.
Debbie Perrelli
October 5, 2001
Dear Shiela and Michael,
As a mother I feel your pain, I wish I could take it from you.
I hope knowing that Matt is in the best place anyone can hope for eases you pain a little.
I pray for every day.
Your Navy Mom friend
Debbie Perrelli
Barbara Bolin
September 24, 2001
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL.MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
MATTHEW MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
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