I'M ALREADY tHERE / Pam (mom) I'm already there -Take a look around-I'm the sunshine in your hair-I'm the shadow on the ground-I'm the whisper in the wind-and i'll be there till the end- Can you feel the love that we share-Oh,I'm already there! I'm already there-Don't make a sound-I'm in the beat of your heart-I'm the moonlight shining down-I'm the whisper in the wind-And i'll be there till the end-Can you feel the love we share?Oh, I'm already there..............
Precious Packrat / Pam Dobyns (mom) It is September 24 and I have been going more thouroughly through Matt's possessions.His rattle that he took everywhere with him was found by his step-dad yesterday in a box in the garage.Many notes from classmates he had since 96-photos,grade school awards,letters ,you name it Matthew kept. His sis and I used to tease him about the way he kept things but what seemed trivial then means the world to us now.I didn't really cry until the last items I ran across were his birth certificate and the hospital certificate with Matthew's tiny footprints on the back.They were both in a ziplock bag which in itself was ironic as I always put things in a ziplock bag and he made fun of me.How wonderful if we could put our loved ones away for safe keeping and take them out whenever we wanted to!But then i just got the message that,with faith that is what God does.He is keeping our loved ones for safe-keeping until we see them when we are called home!Guess you could say the Lord is our most precious packrat of all! As a good friend of mine would say peace,love,light,and happiness!
His Gentle Ways / Pam Dobyns (mother) My son left this life suddenly and peacefully.We will never forget Matt's gentle ways or the unselfish way he cared for others.He always put others feelings before his own.His smile would light up the gloomiest days.Truly he was my knight in shimmering armor.Our hearts have an emptiness which is very unbearable.We cannot believe he is gone and we are still in shock and denial,but i know wherever he is he is making people laugh and radiating the heavens.I miss ya kid.Love mom
I'm so sorry / Melinda Fitch (Old Friend )
Like someone else, I stumbled across this memorial site. I had no idea until this morning that Matt had passed away.
I knew Matt for many years, starting in elementary school. We were rivals in the spelling bees and became friends through practicing our spelling words together every day in the library at lunch.
Some things I loved about Matt? *He was hilarious, and could cheer anybody up. *He exuded kindness and acceptance and as a result, always had a large group of friends. *He was always so sweet and always there if someone needed him. *Always ready to belt out a tune and always doodling and drawing on his notepad. *I am blessed to have known him.
I'm so sorry for your loss and so sad to have discovered he is not with us anymore. Thank you for creating this site though, so that all who knew him may have a place to go.
Matthew's Compassionate Soul / Darlene Bellamy (Friend of his sister )
Hello, I am a friend of Matt's sister Monica and although I did not know Matt personally it somehow felt likeI did know him.....Monica spoke so much of her brother and maybe that is the reason. I wish that I had the chance to have met you Matt....you seemed to be a bit of a jokester and I know that we would have shared many laughs. The world has lost a smart, creative and caring person...we need more people in this world like you Matt. I know you are shining your spirit upon your family. Please continue to live through all of your memories of Matt for memories such as those are wonderful to keep within your hearts.
In Memory of You / Kim Mom Of Angel Tevin (Mom of an Angel )Read >>
In Memory of You / Kim Mom Of Angel Tevin (Mom of an Angel )
Dear Matthew,
You remind me so much of my son who passed away on June 22, 2006 at the age of 21. I have watched your pictures. You were blond, you had a big sister, you were a proud uncle and you are loved by your family and friends. I would like to wish you a Happy Birthday in Heaven. Celebrate with all our Angels and look for Tevin. He was always a special friend to all. Hugs, Kim - Mom of Angel Tevin Close
Just in a blink of an eye / Patty C. (Best Friend )Read >>
Just in a blink of an eye / Patty C. (Best Friend )
Just in a blink of an eye
It's funny how life passes by like a blink of an eye. It seems like yesterday that I was just playing so carelessly in the hot sun, picking on lizards, and snakes and playing with childhood friends.
And now some have passed on without a last goodbye. Some are battling with such heart ache and pain. Some with life battling dieases that they didn't ask for. And some still angry and bitter toward one another. If WE and I stop think that yours and my life can be taken in a blink of an eye.
I sit back and think of one friend in mind that struggled within. Now that he has gone before the next wind Just in a blink of an eye.
Now that he is gone, I found out what was really wrong. Why he drank himself numb.
Scary to myself to know, I was once there myself and how one nite I got so dumb and almost died and lost it all in one blink of an eye.
It's been 2 yrs since then, and now I sit back and wondering, What kind of friend was I to him. Not to be there and lend an ear nor a hand. How myselfishness got in the way.
So if anything, take this and wonder if your being a goodfriend, and just know that life will and can take you in a blink of an eye.
The Background Song / Pam Dobyns (mother)
The reason Matthew has this song as his background as this is the last song we both just loved!He told his sister to send me this CD for my birthday~~He died a little over a month before my 50th birthday~That was very tough to get over but at least I have his song to carry sweet messages to my heart~~I love you sooooo much my Matthew ~~Close
Dang./ David
I kind of stumbled onto this page by accident..What happened? I didn't even know you were gone, I don't even know how or why..
You were always a cool cat, Matt. I had a lot of fun partying with you and Nicole back in the Muldoon days. You were a very kind, funny, and gentle soul. It's our loss for sure.
Thank you all for the kind words, lighting a candle, or just stopping by. When I come here and see that someone else cares, it means the world!I don't get around to memorial sites like I should but I haven't forgotten any of you-You will always remain in my thoughts and prayers- Thank- You again - Hugssss!!
happy thanksgiving / Connie (aunt 2 sammy pepe )
to angel Matthew, his mom, family and friends
Pam I am thinking of you today. We had our thanksgiving in Canada in October and my sister barely made it through the day. Thanksgiving was Sammy's favorite time of year and he was in the kitchen like a dirty shirt every year making sure his mom was cooking everything he asked for. I will pray for you today Pam because I know its hard with Matthew, but remember he is there with you in spirit.
Friends/ Patty (best friend ) We shall remain friends In the heart and soul this means our friendship will never end. Never shall we ever part If we do you'll always be in my heart
Never let the fire burn out Even if you have some doubts So I will cherish this friendship till the end My one and only true friend.
To my late friend Matthew John Hansen Love u : Peppermint PattyClose
Pam thank you for the kind words on Sammy's website. It is so hard to make others understand that every day is another day just trying to go on. I am helping my sister through this hard time. I lost not only my nephew but my sister too. The once vibrant women that she was she is now a shell of herself just coping day by day for her other 2 boys. I know those that have not gone through this just think "let go" and I would never wish this heartache on anyone but walk in your shoes or my sisters shoes and then tell me how much it hurts. Pam thank you for your friendship and for visiting often. I read your son's legacy and the tributes over and over again it brings tears to my eyes and I wish so much that he could be here in the physical being for you but I know he is in the spiritual being.
I miss you so much and the days all seem to run into each other-You are such a unique young man so much like your dad in remembering you both you were so similar even tho you didn't get to know each other well here on earth-I can only imagine the love you 2 must feel for each other- tell everyone hi sunshine and Oscar sends his love
Have a very happy birthday sunshine- Keep your bright star gleaming!! WHEN WE HAD YOU GOD TRULLY DID GIVE US A GREAT GIFT AND I THANK HIM EVERY DAY!May peace be with you now and forever!Keep close and flash your terrific smile!
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