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for Matthew Schroeder
Jason Palermo President, Hearts United for the Good of Schroeder
February 23, 2009
Hearts United for the Good of Schroeder
HUGS Inc. is a non-profit scholarship fund designed to award students pursing special needs educational careers and special needs students a monetary grant for college education. Benefits, golf tournaments, and other such events are coming together in 2009 to commemorate the passing of Matthew Schroeder. Matt worked tirelessly in the education field during his time at Springfield College, Wheeler High School,, and Waterford high School. We as friends, family, and co-workers wish to continue this passion. Jason Palermo, Matt "Grizz" Adams, and Greg Antonelli invite you to join us and become part of what Matt Schroeder wanted to accomplish.
We will also begin structure on two more events for 2009!
We will run a charity golf tourney in Norwich this August.
Also, in the fall we will be running a charity poker tourney as well.
All proceeds will benefit the H.U.G.S. fund.
Contact Info
Email:
Office: H.U.G.S. Attn: Jason Palermo
Location: 1321A Norwich-New London Tpke
Uncasville, CT
Recent NewsBenefit News!!!
MARCH 6TH, 2009 6pm-2am $15 @Door
Benefit Cocktail Dinner
Montville Polish CLub
85 Maple Ave
Montville, CT
Food,Drinks, Music from DJ Melee (Jason Palermo)
Prizes and friends from afar coming together to celebrate a wonderful life.
The benefit will also include a presentation of what the organziation wishes to accomplish. This presentation will also show where donations can be made and exactly how they are dispersed.
From 6-9pm please invite family and friends to the lounge for food provided by various area restaurants, raffles for prizes and gifts,and a relaxed musical environment.
At 10pm:The Dance Party for Schroeder begins. A night filled with all the crazy and wonderful music our friend loved. DJ, lights, drinks, lots of dancing and enjoying friends from all over this country.
We will also be doing random things to donate to the fund. If you cannot make the benefit but would like to donate please contact by email. We are accepting donations of all kinds and will recognize each and evey donor and sponsor. Please spread the word about this function. The more people who come donate and learn about the fund, the more the scholarship fund can grow and flourish.
Thank You and hope to see you there!
Ellen Huard
June 17, 2008
To the Schroeder family, I have thought daily about Matthew since his passing and my prayers have been with all of you and all of his friends. I have watched my son Jason struggle with the reality of life and death since loosing his good friend and I have searched to find the words to have it all make sense to him... What we have come to realize is that Matt had a purpose in his life and that he really did accomplish that purpose everytime he touched a new life. Reading all these entries and listening to his friends talk about him in these last few weeks only strengthens this idea. I know he is in a better place, and I know that he will be looking over all of us until we see him again. I am thankful that my last memory of seeing Matt was one of him laughing and smiling and I have included those pictures. I will always have a place in my heart for your son, he truely was one of a kind. I miss him and love him. Ellen Huard (Palermo)
Greg Davie
June 9, 2008
May I please send condolences from Matt's father's hometown?
Matt and Lois, we from the class of 1976 at Sidney (NY) High School extend our deepest condolences.
From the messages on here, I can see a lot of you in your son's life. No matter the distance, we feel your loss greatly.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Greg Davie
Sandra Bronson
June 6, 2008
To the Schroeder Family,
Words, however kind, can't mend your heartache:Please know we care and understand your pain. We share your loss of Matt, we wish you comfort and peace of mind. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends.
We have lit a candle in loving memory of Matthew at: http://www.gratefulness.org/candles/candles.cfm?l=eng
Under the name:(MATT) or group:(M.S.S)
Please join us in lighting candles in memory of Matt.
Matt was a great kid and he will be deeply missed by many that had the opportunity to know and love him. Randy said it best: "The Mattie Hug" this will be one of the best memories of Matt that we can all still share.
One personal hope is that Matthew and Richard are together in the not so distant place known as "Heaven". We will be joined with them again some day as our names are also called from beyond the veil.
With Loving Memories and Deepest Sympathy,
The Bronson Family
Erin Adams
June 4, 2008
To All of Those Who Loved Schroeder,
What a great loss for so many, not only to those who knew and will always love him but for those he still had yet to meet. To the unlucky few who never had a chance to laugh with this great friend, son, brother, nephew, grandson. I went to college with Schroeder and while some friendships came and went, we always kept in touch. He told me how he'd love to move up to Boston, I was to be his tour guide and that, of course, meant I was to lead him to the city's best pubs and of course, straight to Fenway Park. I never got the chance to do this but it seems, ironically, our roles are reversed as I will now look up to my buddy to guide me. I did not find out about his passing until today. I was upset about missing his funeral service but then thought how thankful I should be that my last memory, the last photograph in my mind is of us seeing each other back at SC and being so excited to see one another, followed by a hug and silly laughter. A brief sentimental moment only to be shattered by him making fun of me, cracking a joke and picking on me. I loved that, if you can't pick on your friends, then who can you pick on? To Matt's family, thank you for raising a great son, a true character, a person who one might meet only once but would always remember. Those are the very best kind of people, those are the people that make the world not so bad of a place, no matter how dark a day falls upon us. To Jae and the rest of the SC Crew, we had some good times with Schroeder. Those memories will always keep him alive and well. God Bless you Schroed, you will always hold a special place in my heart and through these tears, there is a chuckle and smile that seem to break through, thank you for allowing that to happen.
Jason Palermo
June 2, 2008
To the schroeder family, young and old, I'm so sorry for your loss, but encouraged by your resilency and strength when I saw you. My love for you has been from day one and will continue throughout my life. Your son, my friend, your brother, my brother had given me such great advice and character-molding qualities that had radiated from you. I know you know how much I loved Matt. I just want to express to you how much I'm going to continue to love him and your family.
Schroed:
So many words follow your name when I think of you, which happens to be on an hourly basis the past days. These words include LOYAL, determined, music lover, Yankee-hater, my best friend...slash that...I'd have to say you were my third brother. We cried, laughed, fought, fought back, stressed, and loved the things we did. Feasible or not, I'm glad I have thousands of memories to live off now that you are gone. Many of them concerts and events we could not afford, but did anyway. It has taken a while to read this group of letters on theday.com. But it shows how widespread your heart truly was. I was especially moved by Matt's students and the Wheeler High School team. Your condolences were above and beyond, just like his abilities. I'll never forget the first time I saw your teaching video for class. Didnt expect much at first, but I realized that you were born to teach. Even better, you were born to teach underprivledged kids, poor kids, mental health students. Students that people had trouble with, but you thrived on. And because you treated them with such dignity, they now carry your name with the utmost pride. Your name truly will live in others, many whom you didnt even know. But, Schroed...I'm hurting, cause it's really hard not to pick you up from work now, or take you off my cell, or get rid of your last text message. This has truly changed my perspective on a few things. And you had that superpower, basically only getting through my head with actions.
You always wanted me and encouraged me to finish school. Not many people had the ability or drive to pound my brain with reasons why I need to finish for me. Not too many people believe I can finish school even now, but I still believe that you are there for me, and I finally have a real guidance counselor. And I hope you can see from above, that I'm going to use my education to further your name and cause...
Some of the alumni of Springfield College and I are going to develop a scholarship fund in Matt Schroeder's name to go to three students: a special need student pursuing a college education and a male and female student pursuing a college education in special needs education. We plan on developing this non-profit fund through a special fundraising dinner on a waterfront restaurant this fall and a charity golf tournament in the spring. We are going to need lots of help with donations, sponsors, and volunteers. Please, if you would like to help matt continue his legacy in helping special needs students, please email me at [email protected]. I can give you more information then.
I just want to thank you Matt...I never called you Matt...it's Schroed, for everything you have done directly and indirectly in my life. I'm a better person; we all are better people for having you in this world for such a short time. Your tenure here my have been short, but you know as well as I do that we lived it up... You sent me a message online a couple of months ago with this phrase you got from a Jay-Z lyric..I'll leave you with that, it truly defines I love you kid..
"And tell me you wont ball every chance you get and any chance you hit, we live for the moment, makes sense dont it?" Jay-Z
Lindsey Smith
May 29, 2008
Matt had the most contagious laugh.. I swear I can still hear it. The sadness of his passing is overwhelming. My prayers and love are with him and his family. Hills, be strong girl. Believe he's okay and trust in God. If you need anything...
Megaen Nixie (Krohn)
May 29, 2008
Words can not express how sorry I am for all of you on the loss of Matt. He was truly an exceptional person. With a kind heart and could make you laugh all the time. My thoughts are with you at this time.
Kim Harris
May 28, 2008
Hi Mr. and Mrs. Schroeder-
I knew your son because he worked with my son who is autistic at Wheeler Middle School. Mr. Matt was truly one of a kind. He held a gift to be able to get inside of my child's world and open it up to the next level.My son was Mr. Matt's little buddy and Mr. Matt was my son's best friend. My son is having a tough time right now dealing with losing his best friend, but asked God the other day if Mr. Matt could be his guardian angel, as to keep him near. Mr. Matt will be with my son forever. The memory of Matt will live on in our family and I am honored to have known him. The bear hugs, the jokes and especially the doors he opened to enter my son's world as to take his hand to walk with him into ours. Thank you for having such a wonderful son. He will be missed so very much.
Katie White
May 27, 2008
Schroeder Family,
When I heard about Matt’s passing, I was deeply saddened. I immediately began to pray. I could not stop thinking about and feeling for his family and especially, Hillary. I knew how close they were and how much love they had for each other. I was instantly relieved and comforted by the thought of how much faith the Schroeder family and Matt had in the lord. At that moment I knew Matt was with our father and would be taken care of. Matt was and will continue to be a blessing for all who knew him. My prayers are with the family. May God ease your pain and comfort your thoughts. Continue to seek him and read his word for all his work is done through love. Amen.
With Love and remembrance,
Ellen Kane
May 27, 2008
Dear Matt, Lois and family,
Matt was a truly wonderful young man who will be missed by so many still here on earth. Though no words I say can ever take away your pain, I hope it brings you comfort to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God lift your heavy load and carry you through this.
With love and friendship,
Ethel Nolan
May 26, 2008
Lois and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your son, Matt. Reading all about him was a joy and pleasure, he was very well liked and a great teacher, I'm sorry that I never had the pleasure of knowing him. God Bless you and your family.
Bev Kavanagh
May 26, 2008
Dear Lois and Family, I am deeply saddened by your loss. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. God Bless.
Bo & Liz Geer
May 25, 2008
You will never be forgotten by anybody who has ever met you. Even though you were only here for 26 years I have a lifetime of memories to keep close to me. We loved you and you will always be with us. Have fun with Bronson till we all meet again.
Terri Mocek (Frazier)
May 24, 2008
You will be missed. Even though I have not seen you in a while you will always be "My buddy". We have many good memories and you were a great friend. To Matt's family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Betty (Pratt) and Jack Donahue
May 24, 2008
Dear Matt, Lois, Hilary and Heather-
We am so sad to hear of Mattie's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers,
Love,
Kathy Vallone
May 24, 2008
Matt - you were a teacher, mentor and a friend to our students at Waterford High School. You connected with them and in return they respected and loved you. I will miss your big smile and your infectious laugh. I am honored to have known you and to have been able to call you a friend. Kathy Vallone
Lori Viens
May 24, 2008
Matt became a such great part of the WHS family and really will be missed. My sympathies go out to Matt's family and friends.
Wheeler High Baseball Team
May 24, 2008
wow coach we all just heard about ur passing...All of us you coached two years ago are in high school. you all had high expectation to us and thought of us all so highly. I remember all the stories you would tell us on the bus rides to games. The year you coached us was such an awesome baseball year. You were a great coach and will be missed. It was wierd, because the day of your passing, a kid on the team mentioned you, and we had this whole conversation about you and the things we would do while you were with us at school and at baseball. Maybe while we were talking about you, you were with us. When you did coach the team, you thought every single kid on the team had the skills to be great players in high school and beyond. You taught us a lot, coach. We have a state game on tuesday and we are all going to write your initials on our hat in your memory. As we walk on to the field, the one thing we will be remembering is you.
Thank you for being such a good mentor while you were with us. Thank you for everything coach, we are all going to deeply miss you.
Wheeler High School Baseball Team
Jessica Muche
May 24, 2008
To begin I am sorry for the families loss of this wonderful friend, son and loved one. I had the pleaser of attending Springfield College with Schroeder and shared many laughs with him. In college, any time I saw him I would go running up to him screaming "Schroeder" and be engulfed in a big bear hug. He was fun, honest and most of all loyal. He has always been thought of, will always be remembered and never forgotten. He was warm, funny and such a good person to have known. He will always be missed!!!
Dennis Nelson, Jr.
May 24, 2008
To all who knew & loved Matt,
May your hearts be filled with long lasting memories. Griz, JP, Nelly and many more close friends, I'm sorry for your lose.
John Aceto
May 24, 2008
To the Schroeder Family I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I did not have the pleasure of meeting your son but by reading some of the passages left by others, he seemed like an extrodinary person. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kimon, Judy, Kosta, & Alex Dafoulas
May 24, 2008
Dear Matt, Lois, Heather, and Hillary,
Please know that you are very much in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Although the Lord has gained an Angel, the world has lost someone very special. While no words of ours can ease your loss, we wanted you to know that we are grieving with you and thinking about you constantly. We extend our most profound sympathy to you all.
Jessica King
May 24, 2008
I went to Griswold with Matt and my best friend went to Springfield with him. I am still just shocked by the news. The whole family is in my thoughts.
Kayla Lanphear
May 24, 2008
Mr.Schroeder you are deeply missed school is just not the same without you walking around in the hallways, the classrooms are so weird without you in them. the last history class have been so hard without you. but i no your up there smiling down me keeping me strong threw all of. i miss you so much words cant describe. To the Schroeder family I am deeply sorry for your lost. Matt is a great guy he is deeply miss and is always in my prays.When i met him this yea i though he was a senior at whs an no as i got to know him i know what a great teacher he was an still will be school is not the same with out ur smileing face in the hallway or a good joke to get the students though the day. Hearts u touched when u were at whs have changed in way to make them stronger and a better person.
Katie Hall
May 24, 2008
I send my love and prayers to Matt's family and friends. It has been a while since I saw him last but I do know that he is looking down on all of us and is at peace. Hilary if there is anything I can do, let me know, Shan knows how to get in touch with me. With Love,
Coutu
May 24, 2008
To the Schroeder Family, We are so very sorry for your lost. Matt was a very kind and loving person and everytime we saw him he went out of way to talk and laugh with us. He grew into a wonderful and kind young man and for the short time that he was here with us he touched so many lives in positives ways. Knowing that when we come home and not seeing him with his big smile and wave saddens us, please know that you are with us in our thoughts and prayers and if you need anything we are there for you. Love The Coutu's
Matt Barrett
May 23, 2008
Your passing was not only a loss to the friends and family you left behind, but a loss to the world. You helped alot of people in your short time on this earth, and gave happiness and laughter to everyone who had the priveledge of knowing you. You were a great person who will never be forgotton.
Michelle Bandera
May 23, 2008
To Matt's Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to all of you in this time of sorrow. Take care and God Bless.
I will miss him very much.
Michelle Bandera
May 23, 2008
Dear Schroeder Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to all of you in this time of sorrow.
I will always remember Matt as the funny man, he always made everyone laugh. Growing up together in a small town, as all of us Voluntown kids did, you couldn't help but form a special connection. I think today we all carry a small piece of that bond, regardless of where life has taken us. You never forget the friends you grew up with and now Matt, like too many before him, will also never be forgotten. Take Care and God Bless.
Michael and Melissa (Canova) Tetreault
May 23, 2008
To the Schroeder Family-
My husband and I went to Griswold with Matt. I can honestly say he was one of the funniest people I have ever met in my life. I can still recall some of the various nicknames he had for himself! He never had a bad word to say about anyone, and he was loved by all. God took a wonderful person and in this time of sorrow, know he is in a better place watching over everyone. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dwayne Toporowski
May 23, 2008
At only 26 you didn't deserve to die, But you are probably having a great time being up in the sky, All your peoples loved you and thought you were great, None of us are going to forget any of your traits, Down from the freinds, Sounds by the streets, We all miss you matt so R.I.P
Kimmie Abrahamson
May 23, 2008
i am sorry for the loss of this man. i didnt really know him, but he was a realitive of mine. im sorry for everyone who knew him and loved him. may he rest in peace.
Katie Diaz
May 23, 2008
R.I.P Mr. Schroeder you will be missed by all you touched many peoples hearts in your short time in this world, school will not be the same with out you
Gregory Antonelli
May 23, 2008
The Schroeder Family,
I was Matt's roommate at Springfield and I wanted to tell you how much he meant to me. I am so sorry for your loss and I am here for you and your family. All of my love,
Gregory Antonelli
Betsey Leichter
May 23, 2008
Mr and Mrs. Schroder,
Matt had an unbelievable gift for connecting with children. He served as an inspiration for me in working with kids. I am saddened not only for those of my students who lost him, but also for all those who will never get to know him.
Megan Reilly
May 23, 2008
The Schroeder Family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I never had the opportunity to meet Matthew, but I learned from Heather how great a person and brother he was. Your family and Matthew will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Dorothy Schrage
May 23, 2008
Dear Lois and Family,
The loss of your beloved son is a great sorrow. God gives us tears to help us through the pain and so many cry along with you at this time of tremendous loss. Please know you are in our hearts and prayers now and for the days to come…Dorothy
Zack St. John
May 23, 2008
Everytime I saw Matt, he always had a great story or funny comment that had you laughing the whole time. You were one of a kind. You will be missed greatly and remembered by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Paul Murray
May 23, 2008
Lois and Matt,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of what I can only imagine to be the inconsolable pain of your loss. I am hoping to be with you on Saturday but want you to know that I will be with you in my prayers even if I am unable to be there physically.
Kristina Pink
May 23, 2008
Mathew, Lois, Heather, & Hillary,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nicole Gregoire
May 23, 2008
Matt was such a wonderful person. He always put a smile on my face. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cali Links
May 23, 2008
Mr. Schroeder was one of the most funnist and nicest people i have ever met and i will miss him very much
chris rice
May 23, 2008
we will all miss matt. even though i haven't seen him in a few years he was a warrior on the football field and a warrior in life. he always stuck up for his friends and helped any one in need. he will be deeply missed and him and his family will be in our prayers. god took a good kid away to soon and now all we have is all the good memories. RIP matt
Karen Schena
May 23, 2008
To Matt's Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss and my heart goes out to all of you in this time of sorrow. I will always remember Matt as a funny, caring, charismatic personality that truly loved life friends and family. Growing up together in a small town, as all of us Voluntown kids did, you couldn't help but form a special connection. I think today we all carry a small piece of that bond, regardless of where life has taken us. You never forget the friends you grew up with and now Matt, like too many before him, will also never be forgotten.
Melissa Bartelli
May 23, 2008
Mr.Schroeder you are deeply missed school is just not the same without you walking around in the hallways, in our criminal justice class, telling us your stories. it will be so weird without you. The last days of school will be so hard without you. i miss you. To the Schroeder family I am deeply sorry for your lost.
Lucy roger
May 23, 2008
matt was a good funny person and he always made me laugh or if i was having a bad day he would cheer me up. i am going to miss matt so much and just know that you will never be forgotten and you will always be in my heart. I know that if i get sad i will just think about him n now hes in a better place.
Rich Ciasullo
May 23, 2008
My sincere and heartfelt condolences to Matthew's family, my and my family's thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
Brian Emanuelson
May 23, 2008
Dear Matt and Lois,
I am deeply sorry to here about your loss. Matt, as a friend and colleague I offer my sincerest deepest condolences to your family during this very difficult time. Your Son and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Brian
Nancy and Pauline Scott
May 23, 2008
Dear Matt and Lois,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you both at this time of great sorrow and loss.
We know that Matt is with the Lord because he truely was one of God's children. He touched so many lives from the young to the old. His bright smiling face will truely be missed at P.C.C.C.
May God hold you all in the palm of His Hands.
Love and Sympathy
Nancy & Pauline Scott
Charles Coffey
May 23, 2008
Dear Lois and Matt:
Barbara and I have no words with which express our deepest sorrow. Our prayers and thoughts are with you both.
Melissa Bartelli
May 23, 2008
Mr.Schroeder you are deeply missed school is just not the same without you walking around in the hallways, in criminal justice class telling us your stories, is going to be so weird without you. The rest of the school days are going to be so hard without you. To the Schroeder family I am deeply sorry for your lost.
La Casse family
May 23, 2008
Dear Schroder family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We have many memories of Matt and the guys playing sports together. God Bless you at this time and know we are thinking of you.
Devin Walsh
May 23, 2008
We will miss ya. You were our favorite teacher and friend the Waterford High School could ever have. You are the best. R.I.P
Kathleen Traylor
May 23, 2008
Our Thoughts and prays are with you at this time of sorrow. I knew Matthew in elementary school and Heather. God Bless you and your family.
Love Kathleen Traylor (Yerkes)
May 23, 2008
Our deepest sympathy for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you
Michael and Robin Millovitsch
Laurie Zaneski
May 23, 2008
I, too, saw the potential behind those blue eyes as well as the passion for children and his profession that those close to him witnessed. His family was a source of pride and comfort for him. Please accept my condolences - he will be missed.
michelle perry
May 23, 2008
you are deeply missed at whs.
Ashly Hopkins-Williams
May 23, 2008
I love my cousin and all of the great times we all had with our large loving family. God bless you Matty, you will be missed. We love you.
Cory Conlon-Pink
May 23, 2008
Dear Hillary and Family,
I worked at GHS as a substitute teacher regularly and am so sad to read about the loss of your brother, son, friend. He had a strong presence and was so funny ... couldn't help but notice Matt in the classroom. I pray that God grants you comfort at this time.
robin hopkins
May 23, 2008
i will miss you dear bro...you have no idea how much. i will never forget you.
love ya
Rosa, Peter & Alayna Woodhams
May 23, 2008
Dear Lois & Matt,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. May the memories of the good times together bring you comfort.
Maria Echavarrria
May 23, 2008
Matt was a good friend to me and I'm still cant believe that he left us. I lost a very good friend, it feels like I lost a brother. I will never forget you Matt!! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael Greika
May 23, 2008
I had the honor of being one of Matt's football coaches during his high school senior year. As time passed I watched him grow into a fine young man and was proud of the man he became. Matt will always be remembered in my heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Ellen Huard
May 23, 2008
Matt, I don't know if I even have the words, you became a part of my family the day you and Jason became college roomates, I loved you the minute that I met you, I knew you would be a great friend to my son, I was right...thank you for that. I will remember all the jokes, all the laughter, all the smiles that you brought into our lives. You are a wonderful soul and I know that you will now be watching over each of us in your new journey. We have tears, but in these tears are the wonderful memories that you leave us all with.....you will be missed but never forgotten. Love Ellen Huard (Palermo)
May 23, 2008
Sorry for the lose of a good person.I did not ever meet Matthew,but he sounds like he had a heart of gold.
May the good in him continue in his friends and family who still live.
Peace
Kathy Bartelli
May 23, 2008
Mr. & Mrs. Schroeder and family,
I have had the pleasure of working with Matt at Waterford High School this year and have grown to love him. He was an extraordinary person in so many ways. He has so profoundly touched so many people in his short life and he will be immensely missed by staff and students. When I think of him I will always think of his great sense of humor, that awesome laugh and of what a truly wonderful man he was. I will hold him in my heart forever. I am a better person for having known him.Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. He was loved by so many people. We all will miss him so much!!!
Kathy Bartelli
Catherine Kane
May 23, 2008
Mr.Schroeder you are deeply missed school is just not the same without you walking around in the hallways, the classrooms are so weird without you in them. The last two days have school have been so hard without you. but i no your up there smiling down me keeping me strong threw all of. i miss you so much words cant describe. To the Schroeder family I am deeply sorry for your lost.
Stephanie Robitaille
May 23, 2008
Mr. Schroeder,
He was the best guy I have ever meet. He touched so many students hearts while teaching at Waterford High School. Matt was like a brother that I never had, I could have a bad day and go see matt and he would make me laugh just to make me feel better. Im very sorry for his family, and everyone who knew matt just like the students at Waterford High. He always had a wonderful personality towards positive and negitive issues. He was loved deeply by myself and others. If his family needs anything please dont hesate to contact what so ever.
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You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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