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for Andres MATEO
October 18, 2013
October 8, 2013
I loved this kid! Thank you for all the visits we had in the Family Resource Center. Your family is in my thoughts. I hope we meet again.
Sincerely,
Laurie Frattallone
October 7, 2013
Rest In Peace you Beautiful Angel!
Mary Hane
October 7, 2013
Regina,
I know that words alone cannot sooth or take away your pain. I'm thankful that our children had the opportunity to know one another, become friends and play for the WEST SIDE together. Please know that you have tons of support from your WEST SIDE Community!
Andres always had a cheerful and positive attitude that touched so many of us.
As time passes, and grief — at first raw, loud and visible to others — grows very quiet.
But it never vanishes. One day, we realize a hushed sadness lives within us, known only to us.
Yet we appear “normal” again. We work, spend time with friends, family. We laugh, cook, garden, and travel. Life goes on, and as my mom used to tell me, so must we — and we do.
Only ... not quite. Sorrow has changed us. Knowing now that fate can rip apart all plans, we've become as much observers as participants. A tiny bit of us is held back. Knowing exactly how precious time is, we lack patience for game playing, as if someone took a big broom and swept away all excuses and rationalizations. Who and what matter, what's tolerable and what isn't, are so clear. Unexpected reminders of our loved one — as simple as their favorite food on a menu or favorite song on the radio — knock the wind out of us when they appear. We've learned to hide that reaction, setting us apart a bit. Explaining all this is futile. People who haven't lost someone can sympathize but can't grasp it all. Everyone tires of constantly hearing about sadness or problems. That's just human nature. We want to be happy. Mourners differ in their grieving. Some admit sorrow's toll. Some bury it beneath stoic denial. Words can reopen wounds for either, so they're better left unsaid to them.
Well, then…How to cope after losing a loved one? We live and laugh and love, yet recognize we are irrevocably changed. Most of all, we accept what people who walked this road long before I did have told me: You never get over it. You never get used to it. You just get used to never getting over it.
Becky Austing
October 6, 2013
My deepest condolences.
Jeff McFall
October 6, 2013
I did not know you little brother but I do know you touched a lot of people lives that I care about and that is good enough for me>>>>>RIP SIR KOLORS
October 6, 2013
In our Hearts Forever
Lady D VWO
October 6, 2013
Andres you touched so many hearts and lives that will live on forever in your legacy. You will never be forgotten our Warrior Angel. Your family will continue to have support and much love given to them through this very difficult time and always . RIP Sir Kolors we miss you and we love you
Melinda
October 5, 2013
Regina & family, my boys & I send our deepest condolences to you all. It was hard to see you at the game today without Andres in his scooter behind you....it was also very comforting at the same time. Heaven only takes the best, and Andres is definitely one of'em. Much love.... WS #67
October 5, 2013
RIP young warrior!! You will forever be missed by MANY!! Thoughts an prayers for Regina an family!! God bless!
Megan B. "Viking WooHoo"
October 5, 2013
Andres:
I hope you know how many lives you touched. Your journey has not been easy...you have the heart of a Viking warrior...you carried on with the grace of an angel, always with that sweet smile. May God hold you closely in His arms forever. I am praying for your family so that they will feel peace during this difficult time of letting go.
Susan & Syd Davy
October 5, 2013
Words cannot express how Andres touched our hearts and with our sincere condolences we say farewell. Rest in peace. Skol my friend
Richard,Felicia and Ty Playa
October 5, 2013
Regina & Family from my family to yours we are truly sorry for your loss. We got the pleasure to meet you and Andres last year during basketball season and I must say the love you 2 have for one another was sooo heart warming to watch. What sticks out to me the most was at one of our off season 3on3 games you went and got Andres Wendy's and he said to you. Here mom sit down and eat, you never eat as he handed you a burger. It was refreshing to see him at the football game rolling across the field in his bright red scooter. The team was sooo excited to take a team pic with you right in the middle. Andres was an inspiration to everyone he met. The heavens have another sweet angel. He will forever be in our hearts! RIP young warrior! #67
Veronica Estrada
October 5, 2013
Randall, my condolences to your & your family. I didn't have the pleasure of knowing your nephew Andres, however I know he's made a powerful presence and touched the lives, hearts and lives of many. He'll be dearly missed and know he'll never be forgotten. God Bless
Joe Smith
October 5, 2013
Rest In Peace Andres!! You def inspired me and the rest of your teammates!! I know you will be watching the games up there in heaven!! We wont let you down!!
October 5, 2013
Andres you will be missed!!! coach Adam!
October 5, 2013
My prayers go out to you and the family god need another good Angel who is with you no matter where he is he's there with you all I know he's free of pain .may god be with him and his family so sorry for your loss
October 4, 2013
My deepest sympathy to your entire family.
Doris from FRH
Angie Walek
October 4, 2013
So sorry for your loss Alejandro and family. You are in my prayers.
Gabriela Everett
October 4, 2013
He may not be alive physically, but he lives in our hearts,and his legacy is still alive too and will never be forgotten.
Rosemary. (NW. CLC) Baker
October 4, 2013
Alex,Regina and family-- my love and prayers are with you. You will always have your Angel Andres watching over you.
Ann Marie Heimel
October 4, 2013
I don't know you but saw the picture of your beautiful son. May we all meet at Jesus feet and be together in paradise for all of eternity.
I will be praying for you, that God hold you up when you are feeling the deep sorrow.
In Christ,
Ann Marie
Bob and Cheryl Cortez
October 4, 2013
I only met you once or twice when you were so little but you will be greatly missed. You are walking with Jesus now...
Melendez Family
October 4, 2013
Regina and family,
There are never word's big enough to fix the hurt. Our hearts are broken with yours. The boys made a promise to Andres to always play football, always have fun and to always be happy. Our boys will remember their friend and teammate Andres forever. All our love, prayers and thoughts are for you and your family.
John Knuppe
October 4, 2013
Never got the opportunity to meet Andres. But what a blessing you are to some many peole. You will never be forgotten by your family, friends, and the Vikings fans you have inspired all over the world. God Bless your family in this time of celebraing Andres life.
Desiree Dahl
October 4, 2013
Andres will be missed deeply , I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a brave young man and touched many people with his story and battle with lymphoma He is now in heaven watching over his family and with grandma , grandpa and great grandma. SKOL Andres!
Glenn Thomas
October 4, 2013
Your strong young soul will never be forgotten, we will continue the fight for you, Rest In Peace young General you will not be forgotten!!!!! SKOL Andres
October 4, 2013
Although we have never met, I wanted to let you know your family is in my prayers. There is no loss like that of losing your child. I pray it gives you some comfort knowing this is only temporary, and one day you will be reunited with your precious Andres again. And from what I see in his picture he has a beautiful smile and will there smiling with open arms. Until than Jesus will take good care of him.
My deepest sympathy to all the family and friends of Andres..God Bless.
~ a mom
Diana Satar
October 4, 2013
From The Satar Family, Our Condolences to Regina and the Mateo Family. We Are So So Sorry For Your Loss. I did not have the honor to meet you Andres, God Bless Your Family.
October 4, 2013
It has been a blessing to know Andres and see him play through the years with my son. This road Andreas had to go down was very very heartbreaking and hurtful. I had a chance to talk to Andres for a while after one of the 14U football games and it was so nice to hear him in such high spirit and it took EVERYTHING in me not to cry or lose it knowing Andres and what he had to go through is just unimaginable, me as a mother who has lost one of her children knows the pain and suffering, it's not easy and it doesn't get easy, Hang in there Mateo family ,You now have an angle and My Lucio now has a friend he will take Andres under his wing.
Love , yoland hoke
Christian Battis
October 4, 2013
Heaven gained a battle tested Angel and we lost a inspirational young warrior. We miss you young General, you have touched us all in ways many never could in two lifetimes. You are in our hearts forever and I am a better man for being blessed by knowing you and your beautiful family. Rest now in peace Andres and save a special place for all of us on the sidelines up above. Until we meet again. SirBatty bows
Lori White-Gubash
October 4, 2013
Regina,
My heart breaks for you and you and your family and your in my prayers. Though I haven't seen you in years know I think of you often.
Blessings to you all.
Cheryl Luehring
October 4, 2013
Be comforted knowing that Andres is wrapped in God's loving arms.
Kara Artishon
October 4, 2013
I never officially got to meet you Andres, but the last home game I seen you and the love that was surrounded by you! I tried to introduce myself but you were receiving so many hugs and pics with people. I regret not waiting to meet and get a pic with you. But, I feel like I know you through all the stories and pic's that I seen on Facebook. You are in paradise now and continue on to watch over everyone. Rest in peace little brother! And skol Vikes!
Sara DuPont
October 4, 2013
Regina, Alex and kids... So sorry. Any time you need anything you know how to reach me. I love you all
Lucy Quick
October 4, 2013
I'm sorry I never had the pleasure or honor to meet you lil bro but you are an inspiration to all who's lives you touched and you will always be in our hearts. Your spirit and determination was an awesome thing ..May God bless and keep you safe in His arms always and please say hi to my mama and grandma for me ..Skol Sir Kolors! VWO 4 life! We love you! "Lady Spirit"
Greg Bremseth
October 4, 2013
I was touched by his spirit.... You will be missed Sir Kolors.... SKOL ANDRES!!!!
Jodi and Jeff Meier
October 4, 2013
You are truly an Angel now Andres, You are so loved by so many, May you finally rest, your time was so short but so significant. Until later, for now, see ya later Sir Kolors. To the Mateo Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Will Stein
October 4, 2013
I'm glad I got to Spend your last days with you. It was truly a blessing getting to know you now you will be able to guide me as you are watching me over the skies.
Lori/Chris (Chief) Wanna
October 4, 2013
Regina sorry for your lost. We never met Andres, but I hear he was a great kid. Jenny and Diggz have had many good times with him. He is resting in peace with no more pain. God bless you and your family. RIP Andres!
Wanda Knopik
October 4, 2013
Never had the pleasure of meeting you but,you were spoke of highly.You are for sure one of the strongest young Men I wish I had the pleasure of meeting.R.I.P. Andres SKOL!!!
April Benson
October 4, 2013
Regina & the Mateo family I'm so sorry for your loss. I know that Andres will be watching over u all. He has touched so many peoples lives & hearts. I'm glad to say he has touched mine. Sending thoughts, prayers & love.
christina giller
October 4, 2013
To the family of Andres
I am so sorry for you loss. God really has gained an angel. Andres was a wonderful kid. Andres may you rest in peace honey pain free. My family is sending prayers to your family.
Karl Heinrichs
October 4, 2013
Love you lil General. We'll meet again one day. Until then, watch over all of us.
Sir Kosty
October 4, 2013
My condolences to Regina and family, I never had the pleasure to meet Andres in person but feel like I got to know him through the pictures and posts with my fellow VWO members. I was inspired by his fight and the courage he showed right up to the end. May God be with you and your family as you celebrate this young mans life this weekend.
Belinda LaPorte Engen
October 4, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Rest in peace Andres J. Mateo.
Chris Greenfield
October 4, 2013
Much respect! God bless sir! Skol now and forever! R.I.P.!
tom wendel
October 4, 2013
I never had the pleasure of meeting you but have followed your life through Facebook & The VWO God Bless Sir Kolors! RIP YOUNG WARRIOR!
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