Matthew Valdez Obituary

Thinking of you often and reminiscing all the trouble we got into. Your sense of humor and adventure is greatly missed! Rest in peace my friend.

I had not seen Matt since grade school, at Taylor Elementary. But I've Never Forgotten him. His sense of humor and heartfelt laughter has stayed with me all of these years. My Sincere Condolences to All Matt's Family & Friends... My parents owned the little store in Golf Acres,"Your Convenient Foods," also known as, "Dave's Place," for 15 years. I remember Raynette coming into our store many times. You went to school with my older brother Dan Mullen. My parents & brother send their heartfelt sympathy also. Our Loss is Heaven's Gain... Keep Laughing for me in Heaven Matt.

I regret that we were out of town and unable to attend Matt's funeral. Matt was a great employee and excellent fire fighter. He had an uncany sense for dangerous situations and constantly looked out for the safety and welfare of his employees and fellow fire fighters. He always exhibited a positive attitude and was nice to be around. He was a welcome member of our staff and I trusted his knowledge and experience knowing that his people would always be safe. He will be missed.

My memories of my cousin Matt will always be with me. As I walk this earthly plane with love all around me...gratitude showers me. I have been blessed to have known you, to have laughed with you..to have you in my life. I hope you are at peace, hanging out with Unc and the rest of our beautiful family that has passed before you. They are waiting with open arms. My heart and love goes out to you Aunt Pat and cousin Raynette and everyone else who feels this deep loss. Thank you for the time my cousin. You are greatly missed. I'll see you at the entry gates...smiling and waving. Rest in Peace.

Your cousin Lisa

Matthew, You will be forever loved and always missed.

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

It was an adventure to be a part of each others walks. Thank you. Your intensity goes unmatched. May you have peace now. My heart goes out to your mother and sister.

Your life here has passed too quickly for me. In my heart I pray for you to find your peace. I pray your journey will be swift and joyous and that you may dwell in a loving and nurturing presence. I wish you will walk again in your mountains by a clear running stream. I wish you will find your bright energy and carry with you your wondrous sense of adventure. I hope that you can remember all the lives you touched and somehow finally know the depth of which you were loved. You are a child of the Universe and in this place, we call home, you will be missed. ~Jo Lasky

You are a great friend Matt, and you always will be as I will think about you often. We will see each other again some day in the great spirit life. Peace be with you. Your friend forever, James Kane

My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

As a past friend of Matt's sister, I wish to extend my condolences to the family.

We shared so much laughter and tears for so many years. I always admired your love for nature, fighting fire and your energy level. You will be missed by so many people. I hope you know that you made an impression on people’s hearts and lives. May you have peace on your next journey.

Matt you will be truly missed. I share with your mother and sister in their grief of such a life taken to soon.

Will be missed as a fire mentor and friend. World has lost a wonderful person.

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.