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Mathew Wayne McPeak

Mathew McPeak Obituary

MCPEAK, MATHEW WAYNE
Entered into rest on August 21, 2003 at the age of 44. Born March 11, 1959 Matt graduated from JFK High School in Guam. He served in the Rangers 18th Airborne Corps from 1977-1982. He received a Distinguished Soldier Award. Survived by his loving wife Stephanie, daughter Suzanna, parents Mr. & Mrs. Jerry McPeak, sister Arlene Glover, 2 Nieces and 2 Nephews all of California. He was a Master Instructor in the art of Hwa Rang VM/Yang Kwon. He taught Martial Arts to many friends. Memorial will be 8/27/03 at 6 PM at Sylvan Oaks Christian Church. In lieu of flowers please send donations to US Bank c/o Kerstin, 6199 Sunrise Mall, CH 95610.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Aug. 24, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Mathew McPeak

19 Entries

Suzanna Lee Mcpeak

July 17, 2021

Suzanna Lee Mcpeak

July 17, 2021

Suzanna Lee Mcpeak

July 17, 2021

Dad,
I know no one will see this and it´s been 18 years since I lost you which is a long time to wait and post a comment but this is the first time I have been able to push myself to read this. You were my hero and losing you was the worst thing that ever happened to me. You always made sure I knew how much you loved me, you made sure to be there for me always, and you made sure my time with you was always memorable. I never once wished I had a different father and being your daughter has always made me proud. You touched so many lives in your time here and I wanted you to know how much I love and miss you daddy so much. I also want you to know that I found a amazing man that I married your son in law Robert and we have three amazing boys, Brandon Mathew McPeak, Jason Wayne McPeak, and Hunter David Bell, your grandsons! I wish you were here to meet them and help guide them and I wish you had given me away at my wedding and met the man I married, but I want you to know as much as I hurt daily missing you I am ok and I have made a good life. I love you so much and I hope your at peace daddy!

Love,
Your Daughter
Suzanna McPeak

Becky Hardin

September 6, 2003

Matt,

When I first met you I was scared to death that my daughter would fall in love with you. You sat at my dining room table and hardly touched your food, instead you sat sideways in your chair and stared at Stephanie like a love sick puppy. I thought it would never last; but it did. As time passed I saw the puppy love change to true love. Through the ups and downs of a new marriage you never left or talked of splitting up, you just stood your ground and everything always worked out ok. I saw the true love in your eyes when you looked at Stephanie and Susie. I had always thought that you would attend my funeral and you would be the one to support both my girls and keep them strong, holding them up when necessary. I never thought I would be holding Stephanie up and keeping constant watch over her from the day you left till she was ready to stand on her own. I just never dreamed it would happen this way. I really thought you would be here forever, you had such plans for the future, I just wish you would have had more time to complete some of those plans. I had hopes that Alex would become one of your students in the near future, hoping you could teach him to control his temper as you did so well. God must have a huge task at hand for you since he also took John and Jean-Pierre on the day of your memorial. Well he has all the back up anyone could ask for so I know it will be a job well done. Don't forget about everyone you left here and hopefully we'll all see you again one day. Help to make Stephanie strong so she can get through this and go on with her life. She will miss you daily forever, just as she does now. I will help her as much as is possible. Although we do not understand why these things happen we must accept it and go on.

Love,

Your Mother-In-Law

Becky

Nett & Mark Steen

August 26, 2003

I barely knew Matt, but I have known Stephanie "FOREVER", she loved him very much. I can't find my own words, but I found this poem that expresses how I feel.

LYLAS,

Nett, Mark & Savannah =^..^=

~ A Balm For My Hurting Friend ~

Lord, someone you love is hurting-

I feel their pain across the miles,

Please put your arms around them,

And carry them through these trials.

O Lord, their heart is broken,

And they so need a friend…

Please pick them up so gently,

And help their soul to mend.

Through tears, I write these words, Lord,

A mournful, pleading cry,

I know we're not to doubt you,

But Lord, I'm asking, why?

How much do they have to bear, Lord?

How much do they have to bend?

Before you incline Your ear Lord,

And to their cries attend?

Send down Your holy angels,

To carry them through this day!

Send down an army from heaven,

To guard their soul I pray!

Go to the place where their pain is stored,

And lift it by all Your might,

I pray You'd gather that hurt, Lord,

And make their burden grow light.

Send it to the depths of the ocean,

Where only demons have trod,

And soothe their soul with Your love, Lord,

With balm from the hand of God.

written by Sharon Frye

Arleen Glover

August 26, 2003

Matt,

You were always a bright spot in my life. From all the times we had growing up to now. Be sure to save a space for mom, dad, and me. You will be miss always. We love you and will never be forgotten. Thanks for being my little brother. Love from your big sister.

Sara Hart

August 26, 2003

Stephanie,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time and beyond. If you need anything don't hesitate to contact your AVON family.

ReneeMichelle Frinchaboy

August 25, 2003

Matt,

Just know that our Heavenly Father will welcome you into his arms, you will be at peace with him, and we who are left here will help Stephanie and Susie live on, just as you would have wanted them in peace and happiness. We ask our Heavenly Father to hold them close to him during this time. We also ask our Heavenly Father to give Stephanie the strength in knowing the God loves her very much and is there by her side. Matt you will be missed by those lives you touched and the lives of those who only knew through your wife, your daughter, your family and many others who had the chance to have known you. You will be truly missed but never out of anyones heart or thoughts. Now it's time for you to rest, knowing the day will come when you are once again will be reunited with your love ones. May Peace be with you and everyone who knew you in life.

Love ReneeMichelle Frinchaboy

8/25/03

Cortni Maitin

August 25, 2003

to Lt.McPeaks family

I only worked with him for one week at Capital health but I really enjoyed that time and I was very saddened to hear of his passing. From what I knew of him he was a wonderful kind hearted man and I send the family my deepest condolences.

Michele, Christopher & Kyle Gilland

August 25, 2003

Bright Blessing, Stephanie. May peace find you.

Brenda Gholston

August 25, 2003

Matt, although I did not know you well, I will always remember you as you were married to one of my closest friend's daughter's. Stephanie, my heart, thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies go out to you. Since hearing about your loss, I haven't stopped thinking of you. Please know that God is with you and Matt too, will always be with you! Please kiss little Susie for me and know that I am thinking of you both. An angel from heaven will always be a touch away! Take care Stephanie! In loving memories!!

Cathy Miguel

August 25, 2003

Just wanted to send my best wishes and my prayers to you all of you. I will be at the memorial service so I'll see you then.

Love you

R.J. Richards

August 25, 2003

I am deeply saddened by the unexpected passing of Lt. McPeak. Although my interaction with him was limited, it was clear that he was held in high esteem by his employer and his customers at the Capital City Health Center. I shall mourn his passing, and I offer heartfelt condolences to his family during this difficult time.

Mark Rioux

August 25, 2003

Matt,

I've worked with you for over two years with ISI. Your passing truely impacts my spiritural being. I will miss our talks about our times in the military, tennis, your new house, hearing stories about you riding your ATV. You will never be forgotten! My prayers go out to you, Stephanie, and other family and friends. Rest in peace.

Always,

Mark Rioux

Arthur,Esther,Cathy,Stuart,Zachary,Rich& Jakob,

August 25, 2003

There are no words to explain the emptiness and the void that has come from Matt's departure from us. He and Steph were a match made in Heaven. He was able to keep up with her drive for life. I am very glad we were able to get to know him. We love you Matt, and know that God has another purpose for you now.

Patrick Gutierrez

August 25, 2003

I first knew Matt Mcpeak at Sierra College working as security in the early 1990's. A quite person but as time went on he opened up and a good friendship followed. I'm going to miss Matt.

Sincerely

Patrick T. Gutierrez

and family

Stephanie McPeak

August 24, 2003

Matt,

You are my husband, my best friend, my one and only true love. You will always be right here with me in my heart until the day we finally meet again. I don't know how to begin to go on without you; you are my rock, my strength, my teddy bear. You have always been there right by my side every moment I have needed you and even when I did not think I needed you. God must have needed you more than I. Please wait for me for my time has not come, but I want to spend eternity with you. I will always love you and never forget you. You are and always will be my one and only true love.

Your loving wife,

Mrs. Stephanie M. McPeak

Laura Gerkan

August 24, 2003

Matt

Although I'd just gotten to know you in the past few months, it was enough for me to see, what a special man you were. You touched my heart with your gentle nature and sincerity. You treated everyone with respect. God took one of our best and we will all be affected by your passing. I really enjoyed your company and will never forget you. I'll miss you.

Lots of Love to your family and God Bless You.

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