For Matt...
Love of Life on a separate plane
Where a mere you or I can dwell if only in a Dreamer’s gleam
Your pulse has rhythm
And the booming beat circulates the amplitude of your soul
Warm core and outward strength
You transformed life’s scars into art
And we struggle to do justice to this wound
Torrent of grace on a fire escape
The great height you attained
Now freedom’s view
Float, soar
On your raging gust of fate
Live on
In her, in me
In the youth and your faith in possibility
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83 comments:
I didn't know Matthew, I regret to say. I know Carol and Chad. I know that Carol and Chad are the kind of people we are lucky to find in our lives-- especially during times of hardship. They have touched my life in a remarkable manner, and however inadequate this seems, I offer my deepest sympathies to them. I wish the entire Emerick family much strength and love in their path working through this tremendous loss. They have certainly helped bring this to many others when others have been in crisis.
Matt was, simply put, a great guy. I always remember him walking into our tattoo shop with a smile on his face. Even right now, typing this, I am picturing him walking through the door waiting to see who make the first joke. We were always cracking jokes with him. Always laughing. Matt was one of my favorite friends and I will definitely miss him. - xjamesx
Jermaine Hickman,Jayhi74@gmail.com, I grew up with Jason and just wanted to extend my thoughts and prayers out to the family.Matt will be truly missed.
Matt was a wonderful man that I got to know over 3 years ago at Lodo's. I then had the opportunity to date Matt and we became good friends after that ended. I have appreciated Matt as a friend and he was always there for me when I needed someone to talk to. It makes you realize how quickly life can be taken away and how we should always let people know just how much they mean to us and not take that for granted. My prayers are with Matt's family.
Rani Moore
Matt I will miss you. You were a great friend and co-worker. I worked with you at the old Paul's Place will never forget the Ketchup fight in the back all the fun we had hanging out. My thoughts and prayers are with your family you were truley an amazing person.
Erik Hencmann
My deepest sympathies to the Emrick family.
Matt- you have touched us all with your smile and your love of life. I must believe that there is a reason for this, although it is hard, but I know that I am a far better person for having known you and for having you as a friend in my life. You will forever be in our hearts and I promise I will try to live with the same compassion, honesty, and love that you demonstrated every day to those around you. I know you are with BR, and I hope you can see now how much you are loved. I miss you so much, and I love you bro.
i'm one of his sister Tara's friends from Oxy and had a chance to hang out with Matt (and Jason too!) a couple times. matt and i got along really well from the start and to this day thanks to the two emrick boys I have a hard time pronouncing Coors any other wat than they said it all weekend ----- "Currs". We had such a good weekend at Tara's wedding in Denver!!!!
my love goes out to the emrick fam.
Jeremy
There is nothing that can be said to describe how much of a good kid Matt was. But he wasn't just a good kid, he was a good man. All his Congress Park crew will miss him dearly. He'll always be with us.
Ryan Nelsch
My sincere and deepest sympathies go out to the Emrick family and all of Matt’s friends. Matt was my brother’s great friend for 16 years. Every time I saw him he was smiling and happy and joking and just fun to be around. So happy. He had a fantastic energy to him and I know that he will be missed enormously by my brother and his friends. Greg wishes so much to be there with you all. My family loved Matt, as he was so easy to love. He was wonderful.
Damn Emerick, I Cant Believe Youre Gone..I Grew Close To You Over The 3 Years At North..And To Think That Ill Never Be Able To See You Again ...Hurts...I Wish You Were Here To See ALL The People Who Miss You..Hopefully You Kno How Much You Are Loved..Rest In Peace Emerick...Ill Be Seeing You In Heaven..
I went to highschool with Tara and I remember Matt as a fun kid and he was a cool little borther that I'd like to have. My thoughts and prayers gout out to the family.
I can't believe this, the man that always was there to give me advice and teach me how to hang on and start over is gone. I was a student at North Middle School a few years ago and I had a really rought time, but always had Matt there telling me you can do anything, he always gave me so much hope. He was like an angel who never would give up on helping others... Matt We will miss you so much and We All Love You.
My sympathy goes to the Emrick family... HE was really the greatest guy you can meet.
Love Bora
Matty was one of the greatest men I have ever known. He was a beautiful person inside and out. He was the true definition of a good friend and was always there when you needed him. He was the kind of person you always wanted to be around and he knew how to make you feel good. Words can't describe how he has touched my life. I am so appreciative and grateful that I had Matt as my friend. I will deeply miss you Matty and you will forever be in my heart.
My deepest sympathies go to the Emrick family.
Kristen
Hey Brother- I never saw this one coming. You made me laugh more than anyone ever has, and you truly have a heart of gold. I'll miss your visits to the shop, it'll never be the same without you there. You always made us smile, and you tolerated our antics
like a champ. I'll miss you Matt. May your soul shine on forever.
-EricXXX
Matt, you and I both used humor to mask pain and emotion.
That's not working for me this time.
I learned something new about you tonight. Your middle name was Evan. I just had a son, my first child. Call it dumb luck but guess what we named him. Everytime I look into his eyes I will remember you, and for some reason that makes me feel a little better.
You did good Matt, We are all proud of you.
David Abegg
These are messages from Matt's obituary on www.denverpost.com....
July 26, 2006
My sympathies to Tara and the Emrick family.
Jeremiah Baronberg (Washington, DC )
July 26, 2006
I was not close to Matt, but I worked with him and here is what I remember: Matt had a great smile and a great laugh. Matt was great with the kids, always ready to help. He was positive and had a quiet strength that made others like to be around him. He was a very special person. My heartfelt sympathies are with his family and friends.
Trio Livingston (Aurora, CO )
July 26, 2006
My condolences. to mr Emricks family he will be missed my daughter enjoyed having him as a teacher.God Bless you all.
Doris Jackson (Aurora, CO )
July 26, 2006
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
(CO )
July 26, 2006
Chad, Carol, Jason and Tara: Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Your friend, Chuck Allen and Family
Dr. Charles G. Allen (Centennial, CO )
dr.chuck@comcast.com
July 26, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
July 26, 2006
you were the type of person who would listen to everyones problems, thoughts, and opinions no matter who they were. you were a very caring and funny guy who put an impact on many peoples lives including mine. you will be missed dearly and remembered through a lifetime you were a wonderfull friend to have we will miss you deeply
Rachel Meisenheimer (Aurora, CO )
fritocheeto1@hotmail.com
July 26, 2006
Matt-- although you had worked all day and had to work later that night-- you helped me chaperone kids at a Rockies game. Thanks for every kind act/word. Your selfless giving and genuine love for others will never be forgotton. You've touched our hearts and made a lasting impression on our lives. May God bless you and your family...
jennifer Briesemeister (Denver, CO )
jenbriese76@aol.com
July 25, 2006
You will forever be special to me. I won't forget the times we shared and I'll always remember you. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. The CPP will always love you...
Tracy Worford (Shellooe) (Denver, CO )
tracysflute@hotmail.com
July 25, 2006
To the Emricks, I knew Matt for 2 days at my sons wedding. He was a fine human being and very personable and friendly. My heart goes out to the family in this time.
Randy Luallin (sylvan grove, KS )
July 25, 2006
Dear Mr. Emrick,you were such a funny cool teacher.From the times you made us mad until you made us laugh.Well I guest it was time 4 you to RIP.So you will always be in my heart.And you will neaver be forgothen.
Kiauva Spriggs (aurora)
July 25, 2006
Matt,
Without you... coming home will never be the same!
Gregory Simsick (Geneva, Switzerland)
July 25, 2006
Here's to Matt from the CP Crew. Much love and miss you already.
Ryan Nelsch (Aurora, CO )
r.nelsch@comcast.net
July 25, 2006
you always made me laugh when in a tough times! you were a great person. everyone loved you and appericatted you at north. you werent just a teacher you were a friend! god bless you! i miss you!
barbara tallon (aurora, CO )
cena_lover_fu@yahoo.com
July 25, 2006
MR. EMRICK
WE LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU MUCH
NOW YOU HAVE GONE HOME TO BE WITH THE LORD LOOK DOWN AND WATCH OVER OUR KIDS LOVE YOU CHARLENE
CHARLENE WOODS (AURORA, CO )
July 25, 2006
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Patricia Castaneda (Aurora, CO )
July 25, 2006
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
We only knew Matt for such a short period of time and thought that he was a great guy ... Matt, thank you for being a good friend to Tabby, we'll miss you.
JoAnn & Lorenzo Galindo (Littleton, CO )
jldgalindo@msn.com
July 25, 2006
Dear Emricks,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Matt was a wonderful person and he will be missed very much.
Becky Selig (Boston, MA )
beckysel@hotmail.com
July 25, 2006
My sincerest condolences. Matt was truly a son any family could be proud of...what a great personality. He will be missed.
Ron Simsick (Denver, CO )
July 25, 2006
What a loss of a great teacher! You will be duly missed in Aurora. May God bless your family during this time. Both my children had you while at North Middle School and they will miss you. May angels lift you up as well as your family.
Kailee Fischer
Jeremy Fischer
Susan Fischer (Aurora, CO )
July 24, 2006
You will be dearly missed my brother.
jason klein (denver, CO )
jjklein4@aol.com
July 24, 2006
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you
xtisha jackson
elizabeth thomas
xtisha jackson (aurora, CO )
I knew Matt as Tara's little brother who accompanied Carol to Brownie meetings that we led and Tara's soccer games and other events many years ago. I never knew him as a teenager or adult, but after learning so much about him these last few days, I really wish that I had. The depth of his warmth and compassion and his uncanny ability to connect in such a significant way with his students and other people in his life were truly remarkable. Matt's family can take comfort in knowing that he will live on as an inspiration to so many people throughout their lives. My heart goes out to to the Emrick family.
Mr.Emerick you will have a place in my heart for being such a caring,lovable person.I WILL MISS YOU ALOT! I remember the first day I went to eight grade at north middle school.My friends Laura and Maria and myself got inhouse for showing up late to school everyday.We were really cold in there so then u camed and we didn't even know u but you told Ms.Gorden if you could take us so we could help you out in the copy room and she did.So the first thing you told us was that we were bad,on our third day of school and we had inhouse already!So from that moment on we all started joking around when we saw each other in the hallways or drewing launch period.You always told jimmy and me to stop kissing that we were nasty.You helped me out threw out eight grade and for u I made it to high school thank you!
I love you and for ever you will be in my heart!!!
Matt Emerick-
You will always be remembered and cherished! One thing I will miss- will be your hugs!! And ofcourse that smile!!! You are the angle watching us now! XOXOXO
My heart and sympathy goes to you and your family!
Danielle
xo
I did not know Matt, but went to school with Tara. My deepest sympathies to Tara and her family.
Natasha Ramsaran ( Denver,CO)
Mr.Emrick was one of the most funnest person I rememeber from North Middle. He was the guy that made you laugh at lunch. My prayers are with Mr. Emrick's family. Im so sorry. He will always be in my memories of North.
Jessica Scruggs
Mr.Emrick was one of the most funnest person I rememeber from North Middle. He was the guy that made you laugh at lunch. My prayers are with Mr. Emrick's family. Im so sorry. He will always be in my memories of North.
Too Soon
Why did you have to go so soon. You were to young.
You left us soo soon,
but you won't be foregotton.
But I guess that you have gone and we have to go on with our lives.
We always will remember and love you Mr. Emrick
Sincerly,
Jessica Scruggs
My sincere and deepest sympathies go out to the Emrick family and all of Matt’s friends. Matt was my brother’s great friend for 16 years. Every time I saw him he was smiling and happy and joking and just fun to be around. So happy. He had a fantastic energy to him and I know that he will be missed enormously by my brother and his friends. Greg wishes so much to be there with you all. My family loved Matt, as he was so easy to love. He was wonderful.
Vanessa Simsick -
Geneva, Switzerland
What can I say? Mr. Emrick... ur were and still will be the most coolest person at North...I still remember you its been almost 3 yrs. since I graduated from the 8th grade at North, and I still remember your laughter you were alwyas there when I had my sprits down you were either at the copy room or with Ms. Peaches you were always the only one who could make them swore high above the ground even tough at times you would make me mad I could never hold a stay more then 5 min. mad at you even tough we havent talked in 3 yrs. I still cant belive that you are gone I feel like a piece of me is missing knowing that your not here just tears me apart and not knowing how you left us drives me crazy. Every time I used to think abt the good times at north you would pop in and put a simile on my face, now that your not here life is just not the same North won't be the same and I won't be the same and I miss you even more now that your gone I had plans to visit North and see you much sooner but I never did and now for the rest of my life I am going to regret that because I am not going to see you in those hallways in the copy room outside or at inhouse but you are in better place and you will always be watching over all of us yours friends & family we miss you so deeply rest in piece Mr. Emrick goodbye.
My deepest sympathies to the Emrick family
Love, Pamela
Out of all people, i would've never imagineed MR.EMRICK, the look alike eminem, all the girls had crushes on him. During "recess" when i went to North, they would surround him like he was a "SUPERSTAR"! I remember in six grade, I would show him how to "rave" and as each year would go by he would say "soo Jenny, whats new with the crazy Asian!". Woulda great guy, it's sad how the bad happens to the good, now as kids in the future that goes to North Middle School won't get to know the "emrick", the "look alike eminem" and won't have crushes on him.At least we know that he's in a good place, and he will forever be missed..
The light that Mr. Emrick brought to North will forever be missed. The students love him and the staff love him and our job now is to make sure that we continue in our lives as he would have. We need to seize every moment with joy and laughter, be honest with each other but also kind, live life to its fullest and cherish our family and friends.
I will Mr.Emrick deeply. He meant so much as a teacher and a friend. He always made me laugh even if I was sad, mad, anything. And I just wish I could of said good bye.
Love always
Kailee Fischer
(Aurora,CO)
Sorry I commented so late, but it took time...
July 26, 2006
In My Dream...
There you were, both of us at the back table in AVID. Room 50, 7th grade. Thinking I was just reliving the past. For some reason I knew it was close to the end of my dream. I didn't want you to go. I said, "No hug man?" Giving him a hug, I started crying over his shoulder. He pulled me back and said "Don't worry man, I'll see you Sunday." Sunday? Sunday isn't a school day. He told me, "I was given death but then given life." A spark lit off in my mind. But then everything faded white. I woke up and the weird thing was, I knew I was going to wake up. Eyes wide open, feeling different, feeling like I had slept for a long time and was ready to awaken. I finally realized...It wasn't just a dream...He was really there.
This upcoming Sunday, 30th, is the "Dragon Boat Festival." I talked to him about it last year, this year I'm competing in it...
To Mr. Emerick's Family and North...
To everyone I know and saw...I felt bad at the viewing and funeral, it looked like I didn't have any feelings for him. Everyone was there trying to stay strong, while it seemed like I didn't have any emotions for him. But the thing is, that morning changed everything, there was no need for me to cry anymore. Hes OK and he'll always be here with us, not only in our hearts, but spiritually. So I guess..Now you know...
Letter to Mr. Emrick
Straight From The Heart
"6th grade, I remember the 1st day I met you at lunch, remember the 1st words you said..."Asian pride, Asian pride!" hahah dam you was always a funny guy...Everyone called you "Mr. Eminemrick" haha...You were sooo koo man...Could talk to you about fighting, catchin the "bodies" wit ppl, hah u was just like "be careful, dont get caught." I'll always remember those days when we use to chill and just chit chat...Talkin bout imports, racin, rappin, breakin, fightin, girls, funny shit, so many things...I use to come up to you like everyday and be like "lets battle" it was always fun. Think ppl were gettin mad too, kids were like "yeah there was a fight yesterday, all u do is rap with Henry" haha dam. Some days I'd show you new breakin moves that I had learned...We use to do crazy stuff too, like jump and slide on ice that was like on the benches n shit, play dodgeball wit basketballs n shit hahaha, like jump over things that were hella tall haha, you almost busted your head one time too, just doin stupid things for fun hah...You always was there for me too, let me do things you wouldnt let other kids do, like just walk in the hallways if i wanted to, when it was our lunch time, or if i was late for class, I'd go get a pass from you haha even if i was somewhere else...7th grade, even on our Six Flags trip, everyone was like "lemme go wit u Mr. Emerick, I dun wanna go on the bus!" Hahaha but u was like, "Hey Henry meet me at my truck in five mins, all these kids askin so meet in 5." dam, we even stopped by the bar you worked at too hahah...Came to my wrestlin matches too, dam and I won, looking at you seemed like you were proud, but in a father-son way. Haha n talkin bout girls n stuff, askin u stuff haha...8th grade...Got all A's and 1 F...was crying, but you were there to listen, you were such a friend...I even remember that one day, after lunch, I had a cut on my hand and you were all getting band-aids and neospirin. It was just a cut, but you still cared for me. I remember that one time we were playing dodgeball in the gym, you were on my team, but everyone was teaming on you. But I was there haha, helpping u. Hah buggin you to be the supervisor for the "breakdancing club" hah and u came thru...went to your first battle I guess, "Hinkley vs Central" haha. Tried to teach u how to break too man dam, wanted to make a crew...Watchin dem bboy videos n clips in the library too, u was like "dam how do they do that?" HAHA AND that break session I had the "deep cover instrumental" on and u n (Name Withheld) got out the walkie talkies and put that on, (Name Withheld) sayin "Fuck the police" hahaha. The office didnt even kno who it was hah, they were like "1, 2, testing, 1, 2, testing" hahah shit was hella funny. Always seein u in the library, messin around wit our comps n shit, doin black screens on kids who were workin hahaha...Copy room, us just fuckin around wit the paper, wastin n shit, haha dam mang. OH YEAH dam askin u to get us some "fried chicken" at lunch hahahaha. Damn, I was like "mang cmon foo, u a staff member, just go ask dem lunch ladies to give u some mo fried chicken." hahaha dam. Me jackin food too haha, fuckin ur all like, "where the hell u get 2-3 plates from?" all shakin yo head n stuff lolz...Messin wit ur truck too, haha dam, me n Tim were gonna permanent mark ur truck n shit too hahaha but naw haha. Dam remember u n da Suzuki too, askin me which one was tight n shit, hah sick wit it yo...damn...Good times man...You were a brother and a father to me..." - Henry
MR. EMRICK WAS THE NICEST GUY...I WENT 2 NORTH ABOUT 7 YEARS AGO... THAT WAS ABOUT MY 7TH GRADE YEAR OR 8TH GRADE...IM NOT SURE... N E WAYZZZ..HE WAS THE COOLEST...I WAS ONE OF THE GIRLS THAT THOUGHT HE WAS CUTE AND LOOKED LIKE EMINEM, SO I ALWAYS TALKED 2 HIM... HE WAS SO NICE AND HE ALWAYS SAT THERE AND TALKED 2 ME AND MY FRIENDS...I REMEMBER AFTER I LEFT NORTH 2 GO 2 HIGH SCHOOL, I CAME BACK 2 VISIT, AND I SAW HIM... I DIDNT HAVE 2 SAY N E THING...HE RECOGNIZED ME RIGHT AWAY AND HE GAVE ME A HUG... ILL NEVER FORGET HIM...RIP MATT!!! WE LOVE YOU AND WE MISS YOU...
AND I PUT A MEMORIAL ON MY "MYSPACE" PAGE IN HONOR OF HIM...PLEAZ TAKE A LOOK....U CAN SEARCH ME UNDER THE NAME 'LEAH CHUDEJ'
LOOK AT MY MYSPACE AND SEE MY MEMORIAL 2 MATT....
Matt was one of the most positive people I have ever met. He always had a joke and was quick to forgive others, never holding a grudge. His compassion made him a great teacher and friend and he will be dearly missed by all of his friends and family. Miss you, bro.
--Adam
Mattie: I miss your smile, your laugh, your energy and they way you just made me feel. I always felt so wonderful around you. Mattie you will always be remembered as the most kind, caring, adorable guy around. You will remain in my heart my friend. Smile down on us kid. I love ya and sorry if I never told you that! You will be missed in Downtown, you will be missed at North, you will be missed in my heart. Just know you touched so many people’s lives and what you did at North will never be forgotten. I miss you.
sorry it took a while to comment but we still can't manage to think that ur gone, to us u were more than just a teacher to us u were our FRIEND and we will truly miss u, in those 3 yrs. that we got to know u we got to c wat a truly amazing person u were, thanks for making us laugh every time we went back to visit, thanks for the awesome conversations we had that we'll always remember, u will forever be in our hearts R.I.P mr.emrick
our prayers are with ur family
love always-roxana G., nadia and joana R.
Dear,Mr.Emrick You were so amazing.Maan if someboby was put down you bring their sprit right back.Man I still remember when you wouldn't let us in to go to class,or when you would come in the lunchroom and steal r milks and stuff.Also remember when you made this rhyme about a tooise roll an what it looked like you know.Well I know you will truly be missed and never forgotten.I can't for get about when you use 2 come in the lunchroom ,and mess wit me and my friends. For example,when you use to make in front of Shronica cause her lips were so big.Never 4 get about the family you had at North.R.I.P and God Bless Mr&Ms.Emrick.I would like to thank them 4 letting somebody so sweet and careing 2 come in are my life and everybody eles. Never for get you will always be miss and never for gotten. yours truly,Kiauva Spriggs
"M" Im gonna miss you alot, we were supposed to start riding in Aug. Im gonna miss your bluntness, charisma, intelligence, and especially the way you had an impact on me, not too many people can do that!! you have made me see how to be more open hearted and respectful torwards others, and how crazy you were it was awesome! You always made me laugh and you cheered me up when I was down. The 40 oz you would always bring over and the personal things you shared with me made me feel like a true friend and I never had that since I lived here in Colorado. You have made a huge impact on my life and Im glad to have been there with you through thick and thin,you will be in my memories forever! My best wishes for your family!!!!
Love Derek
Dear,Mr.Emrick You were so amazing.Man if someboby was put down you bring their sprit right back.Man I still remember when you wouldn't let us in to go to class,or when you would come in the lunchroom and steal r milks and stuff.Also remember when you made this rhyme about a tooise roll an what it looked like you know.Well I know you will truly be missed and never for gotten.I can't for get about when you use 2 come in the lunchroom ,and mess wit me and my friends. For example,when you use to make in front of Shronica cause her lips were so big.Never 4 get about the family you had at North.R.I.P and God Bless Mr&Ms.Emrick.I would like to thank them 4 letting somebody so sweet and careing come in 2 my life and everybody eles. Never for get you will always be miss and never for gotten.You had an impact on me. yours truly,Kiauva Spriggs
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ALIYAH KHELIK
All though my time with Matt was short, he changed my outlook on how to pursue life. Matt and I worked together at LODOS and that time of my life could not have been as good without him in it. I will truly miss him, but I know he is in a better place. Love you Matty
As no words can express my sorrow for the Emrick family, I say just this- Matt truly gave light and joy to all that knew him, and with his special light and joy that resides in all our hearts guiding us, we will be strong and lead to enjoy LIVING and SHARING each minute of this precious life, together. Just as he did and would want us to do. May the memories, light and joy he created lift and heal you.
All my love to you- Tara, Carol, Chad and Jason.
Sara Bushey
Mr.Emrick was my wresling coach when I went there. He would let us do what we wanted to do. When my sister kailee told me he had past away i just couldn't believe it. Even though i'm in high school i will never forget Mr.Emrick. And to the family of Mr.Emrick I would like to send my apoligies.
-Jeremy Fischer (Glendive MT)
Mr.Emrick was an unbelievable man. it was sad to see him die at such a young age. I didnt know him all that well. I said hi to him in the hallways during passing or whenever. I feel guilty that I never got tosee his wake or go to his funeral. Iwill never forget Mr.Emrick. Will always think of and love you.
As many others who have made comments on this page, I too, have taken some time to think about what I wanted to say about Matt.
I was lucky enough to meet Matt on the first day that he started at North in '99. It was also my first year at North and my first year teaching. That year I had 8th graders. They were crazy, but I loved them anyway. They automatically thought that Matt and I should "hook up." Having only known both of us for a short time, I believe to this day that they thought we should be together because we both had blue eyes and blonde hair. Freaky... I always thought we could have been related! I think this even more now that I have seen some of the pictures of him, Tara and Jason growing up.
I always loved to see Matt walk thru my door during class because I knew as soon as he did he would turn bright red. Immediately the kids would let out, in unison, "OOOOOOOHHHHHH, Mr. Emrick!" It was funny to watch Matt because he would let me know what ever it was and then without ever making eye contact with the kids, make a beeline back to the door. It got to the point that if he needed to ask me something during classes, he would just call on the phone.
While the kids were working their hardest so was Matt and I. Only we were working to convince the rest of the staff, that yes, we really were employed at North and we didn't need hall passes to be in the hall when classes were in session!
I have recently talked with a couple of the students that I had that year. They are now of course, 20+, but it's nice to see that they too, remember what a wonderful person Matt truly was and even at the young age of 19 he was already touching many lives in such positive ways.
He will be dearly missed and will always hold a special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers still remain with Chad, Carol, Tara, and Jason.
Deanna said...
It's rather ironic Matt, that I didn't even know that you had died and that I was vacationing at your favorite place, Hawaii when you died. I have only known you for two years, since I came to North in 2004. Every day the nurse, Candy Wingrove, and I would come to the staff lounge to eat our lunch around 1:00 p.m. and invariably you'd be there like others have mentioned, sleeping on the couch. Candy and I would always joke around about sleeping with you everyday and we'd start saying things about you and then say, oooohhhh we'd better be careful he might be awake and just eavesdropping on our conversation. We'd say funny things and then you'd start laughing. Sometimes, you'd just jump up when your cell phone alarm went off and rush off to your next class or responsibility.
As the school counselor, often kids would come to talk to me and tell me about something sad that happened to them at lunch or somewhere in the school. They'd always say how you helped them, Matt. How supportive you were and what a great guy you were. They loved you and really appreciated your fun loving ways, your positive spirit, the way you'd confront them, how you'd talk with them and all that you did to show them you cared. It really helped me to see you as they saw you and not just as the busy young man student who worked two or three jobs at a time and hardly had time to sleep. Often when you'd wake up from your quick nap or power nap, I'd ask you how you could keep going? You'd tell me about your secret POWER Drinks that had lots of caffeine and how they helped you to keep going.
Matt, thank you for all that you represented to the students and for all that your beautiful spirit contributed in this world. You definitely had a calling and a gift to work with kids.
I am sad, but after a time of grief, I will think of you with gratitude and appreciation for how you touched my life and the children at NORTH. For today, sadness for your parents, siblings and our loss, is TOO MUCH WITH ME!
Thank you, Matt for the short time of knowing you.
IN LOVING MEMORY,
Deanna Kline
North Middle School Counselor
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RAY says......
Mr. emrick I was just there last year and I remember all the good times we had talking about people who looked funny and shit like that I also remember when we would crack momma jokes and other funny things Man right after lunch I would be looking forward to seing you with your crazy self always yelling at the other kids and making them mad also there were the times when you took tour job very serious and protected all your little friends from people passing by and just being suspicious.
I Will always remember you man and I dont look at this man as just a teacher but as a big brother or perhaps a cousin I'll miss you man
My deepest symphathies to Mr. EMricks family
Matt I called your phone today...It's like curiosity killed the cat you know? I have not heard your voice in 3 months and I almost dropped to my knees when your phone messege was still on. I miss you so much!!! I will never forget your beautiful smile and laughter that lit up everyone around you. I know that you're looking down on all of us right now, and I hope that you see how much we all loved you even though you did not see that clearly. I cannot believe that I will never receive an "I miss you" text again. I remember all the times we got together and all the decisions to do anything were up to me. You were the most easy going guy on earth. You did not care what we did, whether it was watching "Friends" or going to the "Nuggets" game with my sis and bro in law. We all painted our faces for the Heat game on my birthday and when we asked you if you wanted to though, you said, "no thanks". I think you were imbarrassed of us but at least you came and put on a hat and cheered, "Lets go Heat". For all of those he helped move, say yey... Yey. For all the times we've had great sleep walking stories of Matt say yey... Yey. I remember when you slept in my hallway and my mom had to step over you at 4:30am and I had to tell you to come to bed... My mom still laughs about it. My dad though of you as a son and would tell all our friends so. Whenever you did anything, you gave 110%. Even when crushing the 2 liter bottles up so that they would take up less room in recycling. You would even open my gum wrapper for me. You were the most all- around- talented man I knew. You even fixed my Mighty Max when my dad put transmition fluid in my brake fluid area. You spent all day on that truck and even drove it to the shop when it was really really unsafe to drive; even down the block. You were fearless. I will miss you as long as I live and my family and I are praying for all the Emricks in this time of grief and sarrow. I love you forever!!!
Antonia Demeny
Though we were never very close, I always considered Matt to be such a great person. I met him my freshman year at East and would see him at parties throughout high school. I don’t think I ever saw him in bad mood. He would jump down from his huge truck and I’d wave and he’d flash his amazing smile. I remember being very impressed with his manners.
The last time I saw him was at a party at City Park my senior year. He knew I was thinking about going to Occidental College and had told me numerous times how much his sister loved it, so he asked if I had decided yet. I told him that I had, indeed, decided to attend Oxy. That was so long ago, yet his smile remains a vivid image.
Matt was such a special guy—you didn’t have know him well to his recognize his kindness and appreciate his smile. I wish I would have been able to attend his funeral because I heard it was a beautiful service.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Emrick family.
-Daren Reifsneider
I knew Matt since 1999. Thats when i first came to Colorado. I remember he keept me from getting into fights at North. And i thank him for that. Cause i could of got kicked out of school. He's not here no more and its so hard to believe. I never knew anyone with such a positive attitude. He was always happy. Its hard to believe that such a good person had to leave. Who would ever think that he's days were counted. But it comforts my heart to know that before you left you enjoyed your life to the fullest. Some of your dreams were accomplished and some weren't. But god knows why he decided to take you away. And thats something no one can argue about. We will all miss you a lot. But its good to know that someday we will see you again. In the end of days. May god be with you and your soul where ever you are. R.I.P Matt/Slim Shady. (I will always remember when you did the talent show in 99. You came out singing the song It's A Harknock Life by Jay-Z. You rocked that show that night.)
R.I.P Matt
I went to your ceremony. Cause that was the only way to believe the rumors that were going around. When i got to the City Park i started to walk to the Pavillion. As i stood out there looking in i still could not belive that it was true what everyone was saying. "Why Matt" is all i thought about. I always liked you. No one ever knew about it. But i didn't care. As long as i knew it was all i cared about. You had that perfect smile that use to light up my day. And now,... who will light up my day?!?! Where ever you are i hope your resting in peace. And im sure you enjoyed your life a lot. Cause another person like you,.. never. Im sure your looking down on all of us right now. And i just want you to know that ill always think of you no matter what. Even though your gone, to me your still here doing crazy things, like you always did. Hugs and kisses forever.
To Matt, and he's family. May this words comfort you in any way.
The Future Unknown
To you i write not knowing what for. Sometimes i wonder how the key locks the door. Is life so cruel that i stand alone at last? Sometimes i sit just to think, is my son still out there or is this a dream of the past. To my thoughts from my brain they bleed. They keep holding me back. Always standing in the way. For love to live or die, all the hell that they bring. This life of addictiions, leads to suicide from poured out stress. Always dragging me down. From this inside world to the one on the outs, to the people that have forgotten us. For the ones that have not, to the ones we all have. Would it make a difference, to be set free, retired oblivious to the world we thought we once knew. Back to the people we love, who have forsaken us. Their lies do we keep on hoping they are there, even after knowing deep down to our hearts, the words they are saying will rip us apart. But to God i keep praying, put love in my heart, and when the time comes for me to go home, one thing remains... My Future Unknown. Cintia
I have to write that I remember you and I were close to closing down lodos downtown and we left cuz at the time I helped open lodos down south@ c-470 and we needed to make it down there before last call and we made it down there in 5 minutes cuz we were doing 120mph in my mustang with the top down,,that was the only time I had ever seen you scared!! I'll never forget it! Still thinking bout you bro'
MAn! When I found out about what had happened I was sad. I would always talk to Mr.Emerick about the people that would do things to me. Mr.Emrick was a great person it is so hard to belive someone you have known for about three years. That is 27 would like and so fast. I go to NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL were all talking about him. what makes sad is that his gone and never see him again. his in a better place know.
Love,
ELSY DAVID
Mr.Emrick we werent always talking but you were a cool theacher and thats sad what happened and im sorry every ne who knew u loved u n i deeply do!!!!! Annette Long
matthew Emerick was one of the best techers of North Middle School. I have been at NMs 2 years, i didn't get to know Mr. Emerick that well because i only got to spend one year with him. I got to spend my 6th grade year with him, he was funny, kind, sweet, and any everything that you can think. Mr Emerick is soom one who i can say that is loved for the thigs that he did. I remmber that he was the only person that helped my mom in the school meeting cause not all the people that went would agere with her, but he would always ay" I think that what Mrs.Andrade said i right and that what i think we should do." Mr Emerickwill always be in hart. I send all my prayer to the Emerick fanily. I'm am really sorry. MR EMERICK YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED LOVE YOUR FRIEND AND ONE OF YOUR SUTENDS MONSE ANDRADE
The first day I met you, you came and picked me up in your brothers truck and took me to the grocery store. it was a little awkward, but god was it nice. You didn't have to go out of your way to be a friend to me, but you did anyway. You really had the biggest heart I've ever known. You were a best friend and a big brother to me when my whole family was far away and I've never forgotten that. I feel so lucky to have had you in my life, and I really wish that I would've said this all to you before now. But I hope you knew anyway. I'd always tease you for having a constant broken heart. and now you broke mine. I miss you so much. x alice
R.I.P Mr. Emrick. hey i'll never forget u, the advice that u gave me wen i had problems or waz bout to get in a fight u were always there and alwayz had something rite to say! ima miss u being at north and ima miss seeing u every friday for cummunity.Or evey day but i know that ur also in a better palce and are watchin over the ones u love. lots of love! paige
Matt, thank you for your friendship. You were one of the most genuine people I have ever known. Thank you for your secret flirtation while we were at work(although I guess it wasn't so secret-I always got comments like, I think Mr. Emrick likes you and from co-workers, I think Matt likes you). Thank you for taking attitude and giving it right back. Thank you for respecting me and accepting me for who I am- the good, the bad- me for me. You saw aspects of me that I didn't even realize I had. Thank you for long conversations and guy advice. Thank you for surprise texts. Thank you for your affection and attention, both flattered me more than you ever knew. Thank you for your blunt honesty and your sweet sincerity. You will always be missed and lovingly remembered Matt E. I will always honor the life you lived and the friendship that we shared by living my life with compassion, honesty, risk taking, fun, and laughter. Rest well my sweet friend.
To Matt's family I offer my deepest sympathies. Thank you for creating this memorial site for Matt. I unfortunately was not informed about Matt's death until after the memorial service and I am glad to have a place to honor and remember Matt.
I would also like to share some memories I have of Matt. I love reading what everyone remembers about him. Sometimes I read something and it's like yea that was so Matt!
One night Matt and I had planned to meet up downtown because we were both going to be down there with some friends. We had been trying to hang out for awhile but never seemed able to make it happen. I arrived downtown only to realize I had left my cell phone at my house. I don't have any numbers memorized and knew Matt would never let me live it down if I didn't follow through with our plan. (He had invited me to go out for drinks with him and his friends once but I was broke so never went and for months Matt gave me a hard time about it). So I drove all the way back home for my phone. When Matt and I finally met up I saw him for about ten minutes before he disappeared having wondered off somewhere! After that night we decided we were pretty even and he couldn't give me a hard time about the night I didn't meet up with him and his friends.
Matt was always giving me a hard time about everything. One day at work my shoe had come untied but I hadn't noticed. Matt of course had to tease me about this like look at you all sloppy, tie your shoe. I was pretty much like whatever Matt. So he bent down, took my foot, placed it on his knee, and tied my shoe for me in the hallway at North.
Matt told me about the night his car got shot at and I was said oh my god Matt! The thought of someone shooting at Matt was scary but Matt told the story like yea it was crazy but not big deal.
The day Matt finally officially confessed his feelings to me. He told me while we were at work. I had been on my phone in the hallway and I saw him lingering nearby so knew he wanted to talk. He was so sincere, straight forward, and honest. Very sweet.
Matt said he would take me out to dinner, just as friends. He mentioned this for awhile and I thought that is so nice of Matt. Then we were talking about it one day and of course always the funny guy Matt says "yea I'll take you for some Taco Bell."
Some of my favorite memories of Matt are the simple ones. Like seeing him walk into Jen's classroom in the morining. His smile. Seeing him at the next table tutoring the kids. Sitting and talking to him at work. His texts. I cherish these memories.
...much love and warmth to the Emrick family as they process and heal this event...love you tara! be well my dear, lindsay
hey watz up mr eminem i still cant belive your gone i waz soo heartbroken since i was the last to know and i couldnt see you for the last time i was stuck in Vegas but i had a dream that i was at a park and i got in trouble you were walkin with me and you turned to me and said just stay out of trouble and my dream ended thats how i knew you were ok and up in heaven lookin down at all of us. my grandma went to your funeral for me and i got a rock that i'll alwayz have for you. i remember you alwayz use to bug me and midget to pay you ure money back i'll miss that and you use to act like you were a pachuco lol now who's gonna go get everybody out of in house???????? its no fair why did you have too go you were to good of a person to leave us. i wrote a poem about you and it touched alot of people but you were probably listening anywayz i miss you soo much and you will alwayz be in my heart and never forgotten!!! i went too north the other day too go pick up midget and i didnt relize you were really gone i went back to the library but you werent there;( well i have too go your depply missed my homie Mr.Eminem RIP we all love you!!!
Here'z a poem dedicated to mi homie Mr. eminem
*Mr. Eminem*
Mr eminem the greatest person in the world...
and even greater to all the older girls....
nomatter who,he was your friend...
and it's heartbreaking his life had to end...
nobodys going to see his bright smile again....
why o why would the greatest person be dead...
if you needed him he was there...
he was the kinda person who always cared...
i remember he would bug me and midget to pay him his money back..
and still if you needed anything you would just have to ask...
when i heard what happened i was in total shock ...
i didnt know what to do i couldnt even talk...
all i could do is cry and cry...
and ask God why did our mr.eminem have to die...
everybody knew him as funny and cool...
without him North is one empty lonely school...
Mr.emrick,Slim Shady,and Mr. eminem were all his names...
and trouble wasnt his game...
to keep everybody out of trouble was his thing to do...
the last time i saw him i gave him one big hug and said i'll miss you...
i ask again again why is he gone?...
he never did anybody wrong ...
just too know your gone hurts all our hearts...
but your somewhere, where you could have a better start...
he'll never erase from our minds..
we'll just remember all the great times...
Mr.eminem was so so fun...
and he had to go so so young...
he touched alot of kids...
and he was always proud of what he did...
he was always danceing,rapping and singing...
and during school hours his phone was always ringing....
he died at a very young age...
well i hope nobody forgets mr.eminem and i have one more thing to say...
he's up in a better place..
and our Mr. Eminem will never be replaced;(
We all miss you and i hope everybody likes my poem but your alwayz in our hearts :(
Untittled
I NEEDED SOMEONE TO TALK TO
EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE
EVEN IF IT WAS JUST TO HEAR
HOW THINGS SOUND
WHEN THERE SAID OUTLOUD.
SOMEONE ELSE MIGHT HAVE
A PERSPECTIVE I CAN'T SEE ON MY OWN
SOMETIMES IT JUST HELPED
TO KNOW THAT SOMEONE ELSE WAS AWARW
OF WHAT I WAS GOING THROUGH
AND CARES...
AND I JUST WANT YOU TO KNOW
I APPRECIATE HAVING YOU IN MY LIFE
BECAUSE YOU WERE ALWAYS HEAR
WHENI NEEDED YOU
AND YOU ALWAYS SEEMED TO KNOW
JUST WHAT I NEEDED.
I WROTE THIS POEM TO THE FAMILY OF MR.EMRICK AND ALSO MR.EMINEM.I THAUGHT THAT THIS POEM WOULD FIT MR.EMINEMS PERSONALIY BECAUSE WHEN EVER ME OR SOMEONE ELSE EVER NEEDED ANY ADVICE WE COULD GO TO HIM WITHOUT ANY WORIES.I MISS HIM SO MUCH AND I AM DEEPLYSORRY FOR THE LOSS OF MR.EMRICK ALSO KNOWN AS MR.EMINEM.
HE WILL ALWAYS BE REMBERED AND LOVED.
AMALIA KNOWN AS MIDGET
First I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to the Emrick family. There's a lot to say about Matt. As his boss at Monster and friend outside of work I can say I will miss and remember him forever. He was a hard working, honest, funny, sincere, good man. A person that could always be counted on. Counted on the get the job done, make you feel good when you were down, give you a smile when you wore a frown. He was without a doubt one of the best employees I could of hoped for and ever had, and I was lucky enough for him to became a good friend as well. I only knew him for a little less than a year, but for that time I am grateful. Matt, knowing you truly made me a better person - thank you...
Ty Hurd
Hey,slim shaddy well why did you have to go.Well I guess it was your time to R.I.P.when I read that letter that you were gone I cried.Do you remember when I used to call you my sweetheart.well r.i.p.and me and my homegurls really miss you sweetheart.
This is the first I am able to write anything. First, I want to tell the Emricks how great they are and how sorry I am. It has been more than two months and I am just beginning to accept. Matt, I still want to call you every time we go out and I can still hear your wonderful laugh every time I think about you. Some people have voicemails you left them or call and listen to the voicemail on your phone. I have thought about it, but I don't think that I could handle hearing your voice, your laugh, your kindness. I miss you so much. I wonder what it would have been like to still have you around, for all the wonderful things that are still to come. I know you are looking down on us and watching over all of us. I love you, Matt. We all love you and miss you.
We Are sad about what happened to you Mr. Emrick but we will always remember you and will have you in our hearts forever from North Middle School (Avid Class)
Mr.Emrick I will deply miss you. Its to bad that i never got to tell you good bye. I wrote this poem and i want deadacate it to you.
"Remember Me"
Dear ________
Remember me for my
goods and my bads.
Remember me for my brains
Remember me
for my looks
What ever you do
Remember me
But most of all
Remember me...
For...
ME.
I MISS U SOO MUCH I CANT STAND THA FACT URE GONE PLEAZEE COME BACK I NEED U HERE U WERE MY BEST FRIEND AND MY HERO EVEN THOW I DONT GO 2 NORTH I JUST CANT STAND THA FACT URE GONE I KNOW URE IN A BETTER PLACE BUT I NEED U ;( Justena
Hey I dreamed that I was ahnging out with you again, I was so happy to see you again, I bet I can speak for alot of people when I say that everytime we hang out in my dream its always fun.
Matt I always am thinking bout you and the crazy thing you did. You were my hero with how many jobs you held down and the love you hadshowed for LODOS but was never recognized at all by some managers over there. All you ever did was showed up every time you had to go to work and put up with some issues. Im sorry, you didnt ever deserve the way some people treated you. Wish you were here!!!!!
Dear Matt and family,
My thoughts go out to you. You were and always will be a good man and a good friend to me. May you rest in peace.
Quanah Franz
CP CREW
hey mr eminem damn i come on here evrytime im on tha computer i miss u soo much justena
It's hard and wrong that you arent here. You touched so many lives. You are missed every moment. Your strength will help all of us to keep going.
Hey Mr. Emrick!
sorry for taking long for this but HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
it's amazing yet weird how our birthdays are on the same day except 11yrs apart..
i still miss all those times that you always made me laugh especially with jesus. i won't ever forget the way that you were and your silly personality.
You will always be with me and those that love you. R.I.P
love janet
Happy Birthday! It took me a while to be able to tell you that. You are still in our thoughts and will be in our hearts forever. We miss you R.I.P.
Hey EM,
I am sitting here thinking about last year. Its been a year now and you are still missed and thought about, time to get the 40oz out, Im gonna drink for the both of us. Miss you lots look for me at 10:36pm tomorrow.
Miss u Mattie, think about u and your brother every day. Every time I look at my little brother I see you. You taught him hiw to be a good man, and very well dressed. Wish U Were here...
Hello my name is Embassie and I wanted to say that.I miss you Mr. Emrick aka Slim Shady. I remember you always telling me to keep my head up and never give up. When I heard that your soul moved on to another place I was appauled because how can a wonderful person like you leave the people that you touched in so many ways. But I am happy that you are in a better place than this and I wish that I would of had one more chance to see you and have one more interaction with you. And one thing that I love about you is that you never hid around the bush about what you wanted to say or what you had to say and I thank you for that too. I miss and I think I better get off of this before I start crying... I love ya
miss u so much bro
Mr. Emerick, I miss you dearly...you'd gotten me out of a few problems at North. I'm grateful for that, one time I had a skirt on and the administrators said it was too short, I sat in that office for the longest time then I saw you, you asked what happened...what'd I do. The answer was nothing, then you saw these two other girls with skirts way shorter than mine and brought them down to the office, I think in hopes of bailing me out. It worked. I got off the hook and thanks to you :) I can think of many instances where you bailed me out though we didn't start off on the right foot, irregardless of that i love you and your memory lives on in my heart.
-Love Gaby
My heart goes out to Mr. Emerick's family, always in my prayers.
Mattie!...I have been missing you for years! We fell out of touch and I have been trying to find you as we both know our lives went separate ways. We stayed in touch here and there and then nothing, and now I know why. I was so surprised and devastated to learn this news, but I guess that's what happens when you move away. Crazy that today was the day that I found something. I had been spelling your last name incorrectly, as you had explained how your last name changed from it's original form, Emmerich, you explained all of this to me when you got your tattoo of your last name...very detailed explanation you gave. So I suppose after the years..the spelling formed in my head the way I wanted it to as I always messed it up anyway, and you always gave me grief for that..of course. I miss you sweet friend, I have such great great stories of you and Denver, and sweet Roxy, who's name was originally Bella. You changed her name after we dated because Bella reminded you of me, but so did Roxy, as that was one of my favorite brands. I remember one night you picked me up after we had broken up and she was with you and of course she knew me, but she got out of your truck and was running around and we were both trying to get her, only you were yelling Roxy and I was yelling Bella....we just looked at each other and laughed…good times! You always made me laugh and smile. You were always there for me no matter what. I'm so appreciative to have had the blessing of you in my life. All of our great times at Lodos and around Denver…such good times! That’s where I met you, it took a while before we actually started hanging out. You worked two jobs at the time and so did I, we never had time it seemed but we made it happen. We loved that about each other, how hard we worked and we played just as hard too. You and your 40’s…every time, in your backpack. I loved how you would want to drive your beatup VW instead of you Suby! :) you loved that car! I cherish all the memories we have together and I always will. As you know, I had a daughter, Maddison, to be able to call her Maddie. I loved the name, Mattie, because of you . I remember when you saw her, you were so cute and happy for me. I had a reading recently and was asked if I had a friend or someone dear to me that had passed in the past few years, at the time, I said no, I didn’t know about your fate yet. Anyway, the reading was that I had a guardian angel watching over me and he’s with me and that I’m going to be okay. It all makes sense now, thank you. I truly believe I am just barely finding out all of this at this moment for a reason. Life has a weird way of working, but I’m learning, it all happens the way it does for a reason. Thank you again for being such a kind, gentle, loving person and friend. There’s a reason you always remained in my heart and my mind, someone like you can never be forgotten. I love you and miss you always Mattie!
Mattie! I miss you sooo much! I got to hang with Jay for a bit this past weekend. It was awesome, and sad, I'm sure for both of us. I'm sure we were both nervous at first and had no idea what to expect. I will tell you, it was like we had all just hung out last weekend, even though it was years. Thank you for always being so amazing and for reminding me of all the good times. I have such great fond memories of you and they all came flooding this past weekend. I will continue to smile through the tears as you truly were a blessing in my life and an experience like that deserves to me memorialized for forever. Keep on shining down on us and we won't ever forget. I love you and miss you forever!
Thank you for continuing to visit the web site and for writing beautiful words for Mattie and us. We do read them and cherish every word written by every one of you. We continue to miss Mattie so deeply and also cherish his life knowing he will forever remain in our hearts. He is always close...his energy is still all around...in all of us. With love & gratitude, the emrick family
Mattie! I felt your presence yesterday more than ever and it brought me to my knees and I cried in angst. Angst because it was so real. I could see that beautiful face and smile, hear that amazing laughter, but I could not wrap my arms around you no matter how much I willed it. I was listening to the new JE, yep, our jams, and it was amazing. Thank you for allowing me to feel your presence so abundantly. Thank you for blessing me with your light. I keep wishing I could wake up one day and you will be here, I still cannot wrap my head around it. I chalk it up to you being such an amazing being and force that this place we call earth just couldnt handle it. I'm lucky and honored to have been able to know you, love you, and learn from you. Please keep visiting and I'll keep listening. I love you always and miss you forever, Mattie.
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