Madelon Young, 1928-2009

Wed, 2009/11/25 - 18:19 — matt

My dear mom passed away this morning from chronic heart and lung disease. She was a heck of a trooper throughout her illness, right up to the end. No complaints, kept her sense of humor, and always said thank you, even when she could barely talk. I'm proud of her.

She was a great mom and I'll miss her a bunch.

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Fri, 2009/12/18 - 09:03 - matt

Thanks so much, everyone. My

Thanks so much, everyone. My blog commenting system was broken, so I didn't see these until today, which is fine - I'm up and down without much pattern. It's a real honor having you here; thank you.

Sat, 2009/12/12 - 10:44 - Tessa

Your mom's passing

I'm glad to see you're taking time off from blogging to grieve and process your loss. So sorry to hear of your mom's passing... Sending you warm thoughts today.

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:17 - matt

Thank you, Tessa.

Fri, 2009/12/11 - 16:16 - Francis

Sorry to hear

My prayers are with you and your family.

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:18 - matt

Thank you, Francis.

Tue, 2009/12/08 - 19:08 - ECM

Condolences

Matthew,

my deepest sympathies to you and your family. It's a terrible thing to go through, made only slightly more bearable, I'm sure, by your wonderful support network.

Ewen Cameron Millar

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:17 - matt

I appreciate that, ECM. My

I appreciate that, ECM. My support has been amazing - just look at the comments here. I'm humbled.

Tue, 2009/12/08 - 07:38 - Fred

Deepest sympathy

Matt,

I came across your web site for the first time while reading Bob Walsh's book tonight. I am deeply saddened by the passing of your mom. May God bless you and your family during this time.

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:16 - matt

Thank you for that, Fred,

Thank you for that, Fred, and for showing up here. I'm glad to have you.

Sun, 2009/12/06 - 22:09 - Cultural Offering

Sympathies to you and your

Sympathies to you and your family, Matt.

Kurt

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:18 - matt

Thank you, Kurt. Good to

Thank you, Kurt. Good to have you here.

Sat, 2009/12/05 - 22:42 - Davey Moyers

Condolences on the Passing of Your Mom

Matt,
I was catching up on my blog reading tonight so this is arriving somewhat late. I was saddened to see that your Mom had passed. I think parents are always teaching, in life, and in passing. You would not have been so proud had she still not been teaching to the end. Stay strong my friend.

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:16 - matt

Davey, your comment means so

Davey, your comment means so much to me - thank you. Your insight is helpful, and right on. It's good to hear from you, friend.

Sat, 2009/12/05 - 12:09 - John

Dear Matt I found your blog

Dear Matt

I found your blog via another one I subscribe too
I ve not read anything else of your blog apart from this

Sorry for your loss
may God give you the strength
to stand tall during this difficult time

With deepest sympathy

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:15 - matt

Thanks for that, John, and

Thanks for that, John, and for reading. This is not my typical post, naturally.

Sun, 2009/11/29 - 14:56 - Anonymous

My deepest sympathies to you

My deepest sympathies to you and your family, Matt. JP in Maryland.

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:19 - matt

Thanks, JP. Shortest comment

Thanks, JP. Shortest comment from you yet :-)

Fri, 2009/11/27 - 23:46 - Peter Hall

My condolences

Matt-

I am very sorry to learn about your mom's passing. It doesn't matter how old (or young) or how sick someone you loved was; the pain from their passing hurts deeply. Just remember all the good times you shared with her and know she'll always be watching over you.

My condolences.

Pete

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:14 - matt

Thanks for the insight,

Thanks for the insight, Peter.

Thu, 2009/11/26 - 23:31 - Dwayne Melancon

My sympathies

My wife lost both parents in the last year and I know it isn't easy. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time, Matthew.

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:14 - matt

Thank you, Dwayne.

Thu, 2009/11/26 - 19:12 - Miguellf

Deepest condolences Matt

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:19 - matt

Thank you, Miguel.

Thu, 2009/11/26 - 13:16 - Eveline

Deepest condolences Matt.

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:20 - matt

Thanks very much, Eveline.

Wed, 2009/11/25 - 23:08 - Ray Fowler

Sympathies

Matt, so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:20 - matt

I appreciate that very much,

I appreciate that very much, Ray. Thank you.

Wed, 2009/11/25 - 20:53 - Ian McKenzie

Remembering

I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences and prayers to you and your family at this time.

My father died last week, so I can appreciate what you are experiencing. It will take a while to dull the ache of the loss, but the time spent with family remembering and celebrating his life was a great experience.

I trust that the memory of your mother and what she meant to you will bring you comfort and strength in this time of grieving. God bless!

Wed, 2009/12/23 - 09:13 - matt