While I am at a total loss for words, I did want to post a message on behalf of Kylie, Jake and myself to thank everyone for their calls, messages, thoughts, and prayers. I promise to get back to you all as I find the strength to talk, but in the meantime, please know how much I appreciate your concern and caring.
As I try to make sense of this reality, I have no answers and so many questions. My immediate focus is on our children and protecting them from details and conversations that may add to their confusion. I plan to collect tributes like this from everyone who loved Al so that I can share them with Kylie and Jake as they get older to help them understand and remember their dad. I want them to always remember how special their dad is to so many people. I always told Al that he has the biggest heart of anyone I know - he has so much love for his friends and family.
Over the months and years to come, I hope you will help me ensure Kylie and Jake are reminded of their dad's love for trucks, motorcycles, sand cars (all things fast), and most of all his love for them. I am so grateful to see glimpses of Al in our children everyday. Our lives will never be the same.
All my love,
Stacy
stacymmata@gmail.com
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stacy, i just love you and am here for you. please call when you get the strength. all my love,
ReplyDeletejenny
Hi Stacy!
ReplyDeleteYou & your family are in our thoughts and prayers. I wish i could give you a big hug right now.
Al was an awsome person and will be missed more than he will ever know. We love you! xoxo
Love, Brian & Angela Boudreau
Stacy,
ReplyDeleteWords cannot express the saddness and loss that we all feel. My heart aches for you and the kids. I feel very blesssed to have known Al for almost 30 years. When I first met Al in 1st grade in West Covina we instantly became friends. He was very outgoing and fun to be around. As we both matured I began to relize how great of a friend he really was, he was a true friend. I could always count on Al for anything. He invited me everywhere he went Glamis,The River,Laughlin,Vegas,Mammoth and always made sure I was having a good time. Thats just the person he was. Always giving and asking for nothing in return. Al was like a brother to me. Al will be deeply missed but I will never forget him. There will always be a place in my heart for him,you,the kids and his family.You are all in my prayers and I am here for you and the kids forever,whenever,whatever.
Love, Rob
Hi Stacy,
ReplyDeleteWe just wanted to reach out and tell you that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are going to miss Al, and our hearts are still broken by the news. If there is anything you need, please know we are here to help.
Love,
Casey & Crystal Coughlin
My dear friend Stacy......
ReplyDeleteYou, Kylie, Jake, and the rest of Al's family are in my thoughts.
I love you!
Stacy,
ReplyDeleteI just want you to know that we are thinking of you and your family more than you could imagine. I hope you can find the strenght to help you get throught his overwhelmingly tragic time. We are sending our love and our deepest condolences.....
Love,
Mike and Renee
Stacy,Jake and Kylie,
ReplyDeleteWords cannot express my sorrow, the only other time i experienced this numbing sensation was when my mother and mother in law passed.I will miss Al. May God bless you .
Stacy, I grieve for you and your sweet children jake and kylie.I realLy loved Al and will truly miss him.20 years of friendship was not enough. I will always be here for your family love wes.
ReplyDeleteStacy,
ReplyDeleteWe are so very sorry. Please know that our thoughts are with you and your kids as well as all of Al family during this difficult time. If there is anything we can do please let us know.
Our deepest sympathy,
Dan, Sandee & Jimmy Kelley
Stacy, Kylie, and Jake,
ReplyDeleteI am so very sorry and saddened as well, I wish I could be there right now and just hold you all and tell you how much I love you guys. I know this is a difficult time for you. We will all miss Al so very much. But I want to tell you, we have so many awesome memories...There was always laughter at the Mata house and great food too:) Al was always one step ahead, truly ONE OF A KIND, and the best friend you could ask for. He lived his life to the fullest...and I am honored that he was a part of our lives. Stacy we are here for you ALWAYS! I pray that you will find peace and comfort in the Lord. With our deepest condolences, Michelle Wilson and family
Stacy- I'm still in disbelief over the news and my heart just melts for you and the kids! Your going to have a tough new role in their lives, mom and now dad! Please allow all of us to reach out and help you for whatever you three may need even if it's just an ear or shoulder! I am sure he is looking down on us shaking his head! If only he knew all the people that loved him! Uncle al uncle al uncle al you will be missed! Stacy we are here for you when you are ready! Much love to you from the hansens ( kris Shelby McKenna and Kai)
ReplyDeleteDear Stacy,
ReplyDeleteWords can not express how sorry we are.Al will definately be missed by us. Please know you can count on us--We are here for you and the little ones. Stacy, You are an incredible person and a perfect mother- Stay close to the Lord during this difficult time. Love, Fausto and Melissa and the Family
Stacy, Kylie and Jake, I know there isnt much we can say now to change how you feel right now. But let's reflect on how long we had Al for, and how many experiences we all got to be a part of and share with him. Al had such a magnetic personality and the most amazing smile. Stacy, I read your blog and I admire your strength. Anyway we can help you can count on us! We love you, The Viola's
ReplyDeleteStacy,
ReplyDeleteI have been starring at the blog screen for 4 hours, don't know what to say except that I am sorry, and that Al would not have done this his Disease did this. My family is here for you and the kids. When you are ready....