Matthew Peters Obituary

Dad-
Well, this is the last day we'll be able to share our thoughts with you via "Online Technology". However, we'll all continue to talk with you and share our thoughts through our prayers and through our hearts. You will ALWAYS be apart of our lives! A sincere "Thank You" for all you've done to set great examples which will prepare us for the years ahead.
As we've all said before, continue to watch over us from above and guide us along the way. As you can see, we need it!
Until we see you again...

Dad
Just checking in with you today to see how you're doing. I'm sure you're doing ok since now you get to see many of your 'ol friends, sit around drink coffee and talk about the Sox.
Boy I wish we could turn back time and do many things differently but that is not possible. I will see you again, I know but having you here in person instead of spirit would make everything better. I often ask your picture for advice on what you would do in different circumstances and I hope I am making the right decisions.
We'll handle everything down here, with mom, the house, kids, etc. Just keep looking down and guiding me as I go along.

Love you lots & Miss you with all my heart.
Cathy
XOXO

It's been a year since you've been gone and I miss you more each day. The kids and grandkids miss you so much too. Alot of your friends and co-workers are up with you now so I'm sure you are busy making coffee.

"Your resting place I visit and place flowers there with care.
But no one knows the heartache when I turn and leave you there.
Your memory is my keepsake and I have you in my heart.
There will come a day when we won't be apart."

I'm sometimes overwhelmed by everything but try to think of what you would do but everyone is a big help. Just keep on looking down and giving me the confidence to do what needs to be done.
Love you lots and miss you always.
Go SOX! Carol

Dad-
I can't believe that a year has past since you left us. It seems like yesterday, yet it seems like an eternity. I think of you daily and in several situations, find myself living by your example.
As you can see, I now have a dog, Jack. He brings such joy in my life, much like Champ and Captian brought to yours. We go to the same vet, and I find myself thinking, "What did dad do back then?"
My role has certainly changed around your house and I must say, you could've prepared Mom more with house maintenance responsibities! You're probably up there laughing and thinking "Why didn't he pay closer attention to me over the years?" Good question. Nonetheless, I'm doing the best I can keeping things up as you would have, actually we ALL are! Mom is doing a great job and has learned a great deal. You'd be proud of her!
While I could go on with story after story over the past year, there is one valuable lesson I have learned.
"I will never live up to your legacy!" With that said, I will continue to try through your life's examples. I ask that you please continue to give me guidence along the way knowing that someday, we'll have the opportunity to compare notes!
Until then...
All My Love,
Bob-

Dad,
It was one year ago that our world was shattered. I still can't believe you are never coming back. I keep waiting for you to come upstairs from your chair or inside the house from the garage but it doesn't happen. They say the first year is the hardest, it's HORRIBLE! and that time heals the hurt, I don't think that will ever happen. I miss you so much. I keep thinking about the hospital and how one day you were fine and the next you were gone. There were so many holidays, activities, events in our lives you were suppose to be here for.
It's just not fair. The kids are doing good but then again you know that already. Thanks for watching over them. Mom is handling things...keeping busy and taking care of the house. Please take care of all of us and let us know that things will be ok....cause right now it doesn't feel like it. Spring training has started and you have your front row seat instead of the lawn chair so give the Sox some good advice.
I LOVE YOU DAD MORE THAN ANYTHING IN THE WORLD. YOU ARE AND ALWAYS WILL BE MY HERO. THANKS FOR EVERTHING YOU GAVE ME, TAUGHT ME AND SUPPORTED ME.

LOVE YOUR DAUGHTER,
"SAM"

P.S. Still continue to watch over us, we need it.

Hey Grandpa!!
So I just wanted to tell you that I got into Purdue University today!! Man I can't even believe it! I wish you could be here to tell you in person so I could see that huge smile on your face and you give me bear hug! But I bet you probably knew I got in before I did. =] Also, IM GOING TO STATE FOR POMS! I knew we could do it. I remember this time last year sitting downstairs with you telling me to just keep working hard and don't give up. That who cares about the other girls you do your best and thats all you can do. Well Gramp...it worked! I love you so much! Please check in on me from time to time and if you could, maybe just give me a sign to let me know your here.
I LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART!!
<3Your Little Daisy<3

Grandpa,
I don't even know where to begin. So much has changed since you've been gone. It seems like yesterday when I would spend every weekend at your house and you would always make me my favorite meal. Grilled Cheese Sandwiches. I've been looking at colleges. I was accepted to Saint Xavier with a scholarship. I also have an interview with Purdue at the end of the month. You have no idea how much I wish you were here. Im so afraid I'm going to make the wrong decision and let everyone down. You ALWAYS knew what to say to make me feel better. Ever since I born whenever I needed you, you would save me like my own personal Super Hero. I have a competition at Bremen on Saturday and even though I know you'll be looking over me like you do every day, I just wished I could be able to look up in the stands at you smiling down at me!
I heard somewhere, "To live in the hearts of those you left behind is not to die" but some days the memories just don't seem to be enough. I would do ANYTHING to be able to see you one last time grandpa! But until we meet again...I'll carry you around in my heart wherever I go!
LOVE FOREVER & ALWAYS YOUR LITTLE DAISY
CALEIGH <3<3

Dad,
I can't believe it's already been 6 months today since you left us. I MISS you so much EVERYDAY, it's so hard. Going to your house is not the same, but you would be very proud at how everyone has pitched in to help mom. The Sox are not doing very well, but then again you know that. The kids miss you terribly but know you are guiding them from above.
Wish you were here with us in person and not just in spirit.
LOVE YOU VERY MUCH ALWAYS WITH ALL MY HEART!
Cathy
XOXO

Dear Peters Family:
I just wanted to extend my late condolences on the loss of Mr. Peters. We too have felt the loss of our father recently as well; so I feel your pain; but knowing that they are no longer suffering may offer us some peace. I have many fond memories from the Midlo Little League years with our dads. Now they are together in Heaven and perhaps can start a league of their own. God Bless you all.

Dear Peters Family: I am sorry for your loss. May time heal your grief and your memories bring you happiness in the future.

Matt, I will miss you sitting in your garage listening to the sox games and our talks thru the fence. Who will watch the house next door?

To My Godfather: "Dukie" , You will be missed by all of us Cozzie's. You were always a teacher in your manners. The respect you always showed for "Uncle Bill and Aunt Fran" taught me how a man goes through life. You never forgot my birthday. I will miss you, but am comforted knowing you are safe. God Bless....Donnie

Mrs. Peters, Cathy, Mike and Bob:

Very sorry to hear the news. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I have many great memories of Mr. Peters from strolling into the back yard to see Mike and Bob and Mr. Peters always had the ball game on and was doing some project or washing the vehicles, to the Little League days. God bless.

Bruce Hawkins

Mrs Peters, Cathy, Mike & Bobby: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time. May the memories you share bring you comfort.

To my dear cousin "Dukie". I will always remember your nickname from childhood. I will always remember your sense of humor. You always made everybody laugh and always had a positive attitude. I will always remember your beautiful cars! They were always spotless! Most of all, like most, I will remember your smile. You were always smiling and I hope you are smiling now in heaven...Love, Dorothy

dear carolyn i was sorry to hear of matts passing. you guys were great neighbors in jolly homes and matt was a joy to see when he and i were in the village hall. i am sorry but my health conditions will not allow me out of the house. i do wish i could stop by Hickeys and personally say goodby to him. God bless you and your family,he was a good man

Dad,
I truely don't know where to begin. There are so many things that I want to say to you. Thank you for being there for me unconditionally every step of my life. Through all your affiliations, you have taught me to work hard, give back, live life and believe in God. I have not only lost my Dad and my mentor, but I have lost my friend. I will miss you everyday of my life but will find comfort in knowing that I will see you again. Until then...

All my love,
Bob-

Dear Cathy,Caliegh and boys we sure are sorry for the passing of your father,grandpa.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Caliegh now you have a very special angel always watching over you.Love Mr. Mrs. Vazquez and Victoria

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Dear Dad,
Words can not describe how heartbroke I am realizing that you are gone, but I find comfort knowing that you are watching over me and the family from above. Thank you for a lifetime of love, memories and endless support. You taught me to play baseball, fix a faucet (well sort of), mow the lawn but most importantly how to grow up and be a man. I will miss you everyday of my life and I hope someday to pitch to you again on the "Field of Dreams" you build in Heaven.
I LOVE YOU DAD!
Mike

Cathy, Mike and Bob,
I've thought a lot about your Dad since I heard the news of his passing. The one thing that struck me was that in all of my memories of him, he is always smiling. Our family has lost such a wonderful friend. Please know that you are all very much in my thoughts and prayers.

Aunt Carol,Kathy,Mike and Bob,
I am so sorry to hear the passing of Uncle Matt. Uncle Matt always had time for me when I was a little girl. He truly will be missed.

Love,
Melissa Topping/Ramos

Melissa Topping/Ramos

Aunt Carol,Kathy,Mike and Bob,
I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Matt. I have a lot of fond memories of my childhood living next door to you guys. He was a great person that I respected. I will always remember him telling me to "Stay off his grass".

Love,
Brian Topping(overseas)

Gramp I already miss you more than words can explain... My love for you runs deeper than Blood

love your grandson

-Ryan-

Mrs. Peters, Cathy, Mike and Bobby -
I was so sorry to hear the news. I have many very fond memories of Mr. Peters when I was a kid. He was truly a great man and someone I always respected. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time.

Dearest Cathy, Caliegh, Ryan and Matthew,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad(Grandfather). He was an awesome person to joke around with and talk to. I know he will guide all of you through lifes up and downs and be the first one to cheer you on in life.
May God Bless you. Please accept the Bingham/Nowak condolences and know we are thinking of you.
Love Angie Bingham-Nowak

Our sympathy goes out to Mrs. Peters, Cathy, Mike, Bob and all your families. We share your broken hearts. Mr. Peters was always there for my parents to help with plumbing problems and share a cup of coffee. He ALWAYS had a smile and a hello. We know the pain of your loss.

DAD-

I DON'T KNOW HOW TO BEGIN TO THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE FOR ME (AND THE KIDS) THROUGHOUT THE YEARS. YOU ARE THE 'BEST' DAD A GIRL COULD EVER ASK FOR. YOU ARE MY ROCK & HERO ALWAYS BEING THERE FOR ME, LOVING ME UNCONDITIONALLY. MY HEART IS BROKEN BECAUSE I MISS YOU SO MUCH, BUT I TRY TO FIND COMFORT THAT YOU ARE NOT STRUGGLING ANY LONGER. PLEASE CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER & GUIDE RYAN, MATT, CALEIGH & MYSELF FROM ABOVE UNTIL WE SEE YOU AGAIN.

LOVE YOU ALWAYS WITH ALL MY HEART.
CATHY
XOXO

(WE WILL ALL TAKE CARE OF MOM, DON'T WORRY)

MATT WAS TRULY A GOOD FRIEND, NEIGHBOR AND PERSON. WE ALWAYS ENJOY VISITING THE PETERS WHEN IN TOWN. MAY GOD COMFORT THE FAMILY AT THIS TIME. CAROL WE LOVE YOU AND ALWAYS WILL REMEMBER MATT THE PLUMBER.