Matt Shepard Memorial
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Matt Shepard Memorial
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October 15, 1998
| Name: Chantelle
Walters
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: United Kingdom Time: 1998-10-16 05:18:06 Comments: I am sorry to hear about your loss. What gives a person the right take the life of another. I hope you get the justice you deserve. My thoughts are with you. Channi |
| Name: Dana
Washburn
Website: Dana's page Referred by: From a Friend From: Tuscaloosa, Alabama Time: 1998-10-16 05:07:42 Comments: My thoughts and prayers go out to the friends and family of Matthew. May God make us strong and help us overcome such hate. |
| Name: kevin
sieg
Website: kevins page Referred by: From a Friend From: hutchinson kansas Time: 1998-10-16 05:04:19 Comments: until people are educated to the fact that not all people are the same crimes like this will always happen--if we raise our children to hate and fear those who are not the norm we dont stand a chance to survive as a human race--god is for all people not just a chosen few--peace to matt shepard and hisfamily may they find comfort in those who really care--kevin sieg |
| Name: John
Pendarvis
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Atlantic City N.J. Time: 1998-10-16 04:30:31 Comments: It is truely a cruel world |
| Name: Darren
Hawk
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Atlanta, Ga Time: 1998-10-16 03:15:04 Comments: Prayers |
| Name: Alex
Hehr
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Australia Time: 1998-10-16 03:10:31 Comments: I was so sad to learn of this dreadful crime. It made the news "down under". My thoughts are with Matt's family and friends at this time. I hope this spurs the Govt. to pass the Hate Crime legislation...and that those responsible forfeit their lives...as they surely do not deserve to live to perhaps carry out this heinous crime against some other poor soul. Vale Matt Shepard |
| Name: Mindy
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Oswego, NY Time: 1998-10-16 02:32:47 Comments: My prayers are with the family and friends of Matthew. This world will never be whole unless we accept ppl for who they are. No matter what. Let us love one another and know that everyone in this world should be accepted for who they are as a human being. Not for what they do or chose to do with thier lives. |
| Name: Dustin
W.Patterson
Website: Referred by: AOL From: Newton,Ks. Time: 1998-10-16 02:03:33 Comments: As a young gay man it truely scares me that things like this happen,I persoanlly can not understand hurting a person becouse they are alittle differant.My thoughts are with the famialy,and we all have to fight to stop things like this from ever happening again. |
| Name: jimmy
l. snider
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Alabama Time: 1998-10-16 01:50:28 Comments: Im so sorry for the loss , ya are such caring parent's who looked passed mathews sexuality and saw the good and the truth . That mathew was your son and thats what counts and wen you love some one you love them for who they are and when parents find out there child is gay and they disown them then they never truely did love that child because you love a person no matter what . may god be with you . |
| Name: arlene
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: san francisco Time: 1998-10-16 01:35:28 Comments: My thoughts are with the family and friends of Matthew. I only hope that the people that did this suffer everyday the rest of their lives, everytime they even think of Matthew. Someday my wish is that there will be no prejudice and hate, I only hope I see it in my lifetime. |
| Name: Mike
Harrison Russell
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Manchster, England Time: 1998-10-16 01:11:50 Comments: I am so very sorry to hear of your loss and in the way that Matt's life was taken from you all. He sounds such a nice guy and I only wish I might have known him. While I am far away please know that I am thinking of you and that you and Matt are in my prayers. Mike |
| Name: Duane
Lilly
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Boone ,Iowa Time: 1998-10-16 01:10:59 Comments: I like this homepage |
| Name: Susan
Benson
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: England but live in California Time: 1998-10-16 00:51:45 Comments: My prayers and thoughts are with Matt's parents at this sad time. I pray this hideous crime prevents someone from doing it to someone else that way I pray Matt will not have died in vain. |
| Name: mark
taylor
Website: Referred by: AngelFire From: bellingen.nsw.australia. Time: 1998-10-16 00:44:18 Comments: Hello,I live in a very small town of 3000 people,in very rural australia.I as have all my friends,even here,were stunned as to why this should happen to such an obviously beautiful person.My deepest love and strength i send to those who need it most right now. I am insensed,stunned and angry.As are all decent people the world over. My deepest regard,and love, Mark.W.Taylor. |
| Name: David
Druckerman
Website: David's Land Referred by: From a Friend From: Los Angeles Time: 1998-10-16 00:42:43 Comments: To the family and loved ones of Matthew my heart is with you. I know that there is nothing that can ease the pain. Time takes so long. But just to let you know that there are others that share in your pain and loss and that you are not alone. I hope that your hearts heal and you find strength in each other.With love, David |
| Name: Pat&Curtis
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Alabama Time: 1998-10-16 00:33:28 Comments: GOd love us & some day we will all be with GOD & the people that kill GAY People will stand befor GOD. THEN they will see that GOD loves us not just one kind of man BUT GOD LOVE US ALL his son died for us all . THanks we like your home page & thanks again from Pat & Curtis. 10/15/1998 |
| Name: Kanter
Telemir
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Ohio Time: 1998-10-16 00:08:13 Comments: With every fiber of my being, I know that revenge is not the answer...it is never the answer...it is when we lose sight of this fact that we join the ranks of those who allow ignorance and bigotry to overcome what should be clearer still....that we are all sacred. |
| Name: Christine
J. Long
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: New York, New York Time: 1998-10-15 23:43:12 Comments: I'm am so saddened and disturbed by this hideous crime. As a bisexual woman, I understand the concerns, frustration and compassion of the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community. I saw 20/20 last night with Matthew's story. The same pictures that were on this webpage were on the tv. Those Homophobic Bastards and their girlfriends DESERVE the Death Penalty and meet their Maker. My sincerest regrets to Matthew's family and friends. They are in my thoughts and prayers. Thank you for sharing this with the world. I support the trial as well as their conviction to death. Christine J. Long |
| Name: Lee
R
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Redlands CA Time: 1998-10-15 23:42:17 Comments: It is a terrible tragedy, and an aweful thought. That someone has to die, people have to feel pain, just for something to be done about something everyone knows is wrong. Rest in peace Matt, you have gone to a better place! |
| Name: Neil
Hudson
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Nambucca Heads, Australia Time: 1998-10-15 23:24:55 Comments: I cried for Matthew & his untimely death. It causes me great pain when life is taken so senselessly - I too have been bashed & tormented because of my sexual preference, but I thank God that I have survived. Like Matthew I also believe in the equality of humanity - but unfortunately there will always be an element of society that does not understand that being gay is NOT a choice & they choose to hate us because they believe we are a threat to 'normal' society. The worst culprits are those so-called Christians that promote intolerance towards these 'abominations' of mankind. My heartfelt condolences to Matthew's family & friends - it a loss to the whole world when the lives of gentle, caring people are taken, especially in such circumstances. |
| Name: Scott
Website: Referred by: Net Search From: Time: 1998-10-15 23:07:20 Comments: Thank you very much for the memorial on Matt. I never had the honor of meeting him, I wish I had. He sounded like a very nice human being, and I feel his loss. I am gay, and this tragedy has hit the community hard. I know Matt is in heaven now. He will be greatly missed by those that did know him, and even those that didnt. Thank you. |
| Name: Raymond
G. Cromer
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Pennsylvania Time: 1998-10-15 23:09:54 Comments: My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Matthew Sheppard. I think that this is such a travesty, and cannot be allowed to continue. |
| Name: Janet
Website: Ladybug's Nut House Referred by: From a Friend From: Michigan Time: 1998-10-15 23:03:27 Comments: I think this is an awful thing that has happened to one of Gods children. No one has the right to take the life of another, no matter who they are. My son is gay and I love him as much now as I did before I learned that he was gay. Everyone is intitled their own choices in life. I can't begin to know how you must be feeling in your time of sorrow. My prayers are with you and yours. I will pray for you. I find it so hard to believe that there are people among us who are so ignorant that they feel they have to kill others just because they don't like they way they live..I truly feel sorry for them, they are to be pitied for being so ignorant. They did the crime and I honestly hope that they will do the time. Is death too good for them? Let them suffer at the hands of other prisoners in prison, and believe me, they will..:-) Janet.... |
| Name: James
C. Camper
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Redwood City, Ca. Time: 1998-10-15 22:51:32 Comments: As a gay man, just about to turn 60, I find more sadness in my life. I had thought most of the fight for our life style was just about done. How wrong I am. It is just beginning. Just to have equal rights with all others is all I ask for. May God hold Matthew in the palm of His hand and send us blessings. I hope his family finds comfort in all the messages sent. Matthew was not alone in his life style. "HATE" is not a family value, but there are those who think it is. May God have mercy on them. |
| Name: RAECHEL
GOVERT
Website: MAREJANE Referred by: From a Friend From: WHIING INDIANA Time: 1998-10-15 22:41:18 Comments: I THINK THAT THOSE BOYS SHOULD HAVE THE SAME DONE TO THEM! THEY ARE A DISCRACE TO ALL MAN KIND |
| Name: robert
kirk
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: wisconsin Time: 1998-10-15 22:36:59 Comments: my heartfelt condolensces to the Shepard family. i wish i had a family such as yours. matthew was a very lucky young man. i only hope all gay people, not only in the U.S., but around the world, see this as a much needed wake up call. the more we sit back and say nothing when things like this happen, the longer we will view society from the outside. please, share your love of matthew with everyone and anyone who will listen. his death will not be in vain. he is a tragic hero and his memory will long live in the hearts of gay people, and friends and relatives of gay people for eternity. |
| Name: Jacob
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Arkansas Time: 1998-10-15 22:25:05 Comments: I'm glad this is here !!! |
| Name: jim
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: pittsburgh pa Time: 1998-10-15 22:21:40 Comments: though i never met him, the world has lost a good person, it is so sad to hear about what happened, i know he is in a better place now, no more sufffering or hard times. i hope they make those people suffer ,well take care and good luck in the future |
| Name: Jamey
Arnold
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Audubon, NJ Time: 1998-10-15 21:52:27 Comments: I just wanted to let the world know that even though this was a hte crime, this could have happened to anyone, gay or straight. I am a gay man and am thankful every day that I have friends that care for me no matter what. My family is coming to terms with it but it will take them time just as it took me and my friends time to deal with it. Matthew, though I never met him or heard of him until this awful thing happened, is a true soul, lived his life out in the open and seemed never to turn back. One day I hope to be the same and for Matthew I thank him wholeheartedly for being a beacon of light in my heart. So all who read this, please understand that no matter what makes you "out of the norm" you are still a human being. I hope all parents and friends of lesbians and gays take into account this awful event and not let another day go by without telling your gay or lesbian, son, daughter, father, mother, or any other friend or relative that you love them unconditionally and will be there to support them no matter what the cost. |
| Name: Kaylene
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Sydney, Australia Time: 1998-10-15 21:52:05 Comments: Never before have I heard of such a dispicable crime. Never before have I been moved to tears whilst viewing a web site written about someone whome I do not know.... until now. These people.. (Are they even worthy of being referred to as people? I doubt it)This poor soul may he rest in peace where he can be accepted for who he is. May prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends. May you finally be able to rest in the knowledge that your sons killers may get the punishment they deserve.... DEATH... An Eye For An Eye. |
| Name: John
M
Website: Referred by: Geocities From: Seattle Time: 1998-10-15 21:51:00 Comments: Foremost my sincere condolences to the family, friends, and all who knew Matt. What a remarkable young man, and a stellar example of compassion, spirit and love of LIFE for all of us to aspire to. His memory will live on as he walks now into the loving healing arms of our Creator. The young tortured perpetrators of this heinous crime will surely reap the "justice" they deserve. While I am not their judge, I am deeply effected by their unspeakable action. It is a worthy goal of us all to feel our anger but not diminish the legacy of Matt by allowing it to deflect our hope for the day when ALL the Creator's children will live free of fear and brutality simply because of who they are. |
| Name: kim
stevens
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: san francisco,ca Time: 1998-10-15 21:39:07 Comments: thanks for doing such a great job on this site,..... it was very much needed.... everyone needs to know and remember matthew |
| Name: Bobbie
Website: bobbies place Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: reno nevada Time: 1998-10-15 21:37:54 Comments: From all of my family Jim, Mary, and Tim, my sister Nancy who is also gay I have this to say:Those whose eyes are closed,whose hearts are stone will never know the true love your son was giveing.I feel such anger for this terrible act. We want you to know all of you are in our prayers. |
| Name: trent
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: tennessee Time: 1998-10-15 21:24:01 Comments: this tragady was so sad but some good things have come out of it.. its sad to say but because of this me and my family have gottn closer and are now talking more then we did before they see what could happen and guess it hit them hard ...i just want to say no oe has the right to hurt anyone because of who they date thats so dunmb is all i can say just dumb...and who they hell did they think they where to think they could do that what gave them the right just cause they where str8 and he was gay they thought they where beter its sad there are people like that:( |
| Name: Doug
Website: Referred by: Clicked on our Banner Advertisement From: Cincinnati,ohio Time: 1998-10-15 21:06:10 Comments: My heart goes out to the family and friends of Matt.I hope some day all this violence and ignorance comes to an end.It is a terrible thing that has happened.I pray that those responsible get the death penalty.This may discourage another act of violence such as what happened to never happen again.Matt rest in peace.Your in god's hands now. |
| Name: Gary
Northcott
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Rockford Illinois Time: 1998-10-15 21:06:34 Comments: I pray to God that the monsters that committed this hiddeous crime not be given life in prison.....but be executed by the slowest most painful death imaginable Why should they live? Matthew didnt...he didnt deserve what these scum sucking degenerates did to him...why should they be allowed to live? they dont deserve the right to live in the same airspace as you or I....THEY ARE MURDERERS!!!!!!! No one that can take a life deserves anything less than death....life is a gift from God.....and we should not have to pay to keep these demons alive in prison for the rest of their lives.....Matthew didnt have a chance to even fight back with two on one.....I hope they burn in Hell for eternity....You may think of me as being bitter and you are right....ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!!!!!!!! As a gay man I still cannot believe the stupidity of the human race as a whole......wake up people we are not going away!! We were born this way...I fought it all my life because that is what my parents wanted..I have known since I was born that this was the path I was to take.....its not been easy but I dont know anyone that has had it easy in either life style..ours is just a little bit more difficult to be accepted and understood......I didnt even know Mat... just from the news about him and I cried...and my prayers go out to his family and friends.......I know he was loved here on earth.....but now he is in the arms of our Father.....no more harm will come to Mat. |
| Name: Todd
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Florida Time: 1998-10-15 21:03:06 Comments: First and foremost my prayers and love go out to all who knew and have been touched by knowing Matthew. I know your pain. May God bless you. But I have to comment, and I know I'm in the minority here, that if we are to learn from Matthew we must do as his family says he would want us to do...and that is love ALL of humanity. That includes those who were the cause of his death. This is an extremely hard lesson for us with compassionate hearts. But remember, just because their acts were inhumane, incomprehensible in fact, doesn't mean they're no longer human. It seems to me that for someone lash out like those two boys did would take a lack of love in their lives. The only humane thing to do is send our prayers and love out to them as well. It is not our place as humans to judge them, rather it is to love all unconditionally. Should they go without taking responsibility for their actions? Absolutely not! But to wish death on them would seem to me the same as they did to Matthew. If we believe in God, let us trust He will make the necessary judgement. Let us live our lives as He would want us to...loving all unconditionally. It's a hard lesson to learn. So's trusting in God. But if we all put our minds to it, the world we live in will be that much closer to God. And when we're closer to God, we'll no longer have to endure the pain we do now...nor will we wish it on anyone else. Peace and unconditional love to you all! |
| Name: Ellen
S
Website: just my picture Referred by: From a Friend From: northern IL Time: 1998-10-15 20:48:46 Comments: This is totally unspeakable...I cannot believe this kind of hatred is acted upon in the 90s... |
| Name: sandy
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: las vegas Time: 1998-10-15 20:35:21 Comments: This is such a dradgic story, and I was very touched by this. I wish the goverment would give criminals the same treatment back that they did to there victims. These criminals should have to die the way they made Mathew die.My heart goes out to the family and friends of Mathew. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. TO the criminals "May YOU ROT IN HELL!!!! |
| Name: Shawn
J. MacFarlane
Website: Referred by: Net Search From: BigRapids, Michigan Time: 1998-10-15 20:18:40 Comments: My sincerest sympathy for your loss and wishes that these animals die a slow and painfull death. |
| Name: elizabeth
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Alabama Time: 1998-10-15 20:13:05 Comments: i am really sorry at the fact that Matthew was beat b/c o f the way he is. We are all different and b/c of the fact that he is different he was killed. since we are all different why don't we all just get beat. It is totally unfair about this. I send my sympathy to his family and friends and i send my love and faith in god with them all |
| Name: Bruce
Arthur
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: South Jersey Time: 1998-10-15 20:00:42 Comments: My families sincere condolences to the family . |
| Name: carol
stevenson
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: florida Time: 1998-10-15 19:57:50 Comments: I dont think anyone even the smallest animals deserves what your son got.I hope the people that did this will die and have to face God with their sin.My best whishes and may God bless you and help you in your sorrow' |
| Name: william
m. bersted
Website: Referred by: Yahoo! From: chicago area Time: 1998-10-15 19:46:00 Comments: to matts parents and family i can not begin to describe the pain and sorrow i feel for all of you. i can only offer that you are all in my daily thoughts and prayers. i also hope and pray that those responsible for matt's death, will meet there own death very quickly, and painfully. they do not deserve to continue to live under any circumstances. if god would show me a way to help you with your pain and sorrow, i would be the first to be there. please know that there is another gay male who cares about you. my love to you all bill |
| Name: soulstripper
Website: Soulstripper's Links Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: California Time: 1998-10-15 19:14:50 Comments: I don't know what to say ... thanks for putting this page up. |
| Name: Glen
Jennett
Website: Dr Merlin's Links and Other Stuff (formerly Dr Merlin's Stories) Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Gettysburg, PA Time: 1998-10-15 19:17:04 Comments: I was sorry to hear about matthew's death and the way it came about. I and many of my online friends have heard about Reverend Phelps wanting to picket Matthew's funeral and we all think it is appalling that someone who claims to be a man of God would do such a thing. We have seen his website and think it is disgusting and many of us have written to him telling him how we feel. I am including my letter which happens to be a lot nicer than some I have seen. We are hoping that maybe someone will open his eyes see the wrong he is doing, but I doubt anything will affect a man like that. Here is my letter: ================================================================================== To: webmaster@godhatesfags.com
I am writing to comment about your website. I think you need to get with the times, this is 1998. The year 2000 is right around the corner and you are acting as if times haven't changed since Jesus himself roamed the Earth. You are going around condemning and persecuting innocent people just for being different than yourself. It makes you no better than those who put Jesus on the cross for being different. I think it's very ironic that man has come so far in technology but yet we cannot even figure out how to live amongst each other in peace and harmony. You call yourself a man of God yet you do the exact opposite of what God would want you to do. Why? Are you possibly jealous that this boy, Matthew Shepard, might have loved God even more than yourself? Is that why you are doing this? I, as a gay man, can show you how to love everyone and that is what God wants all of us to do, yet you would try to stop me from showing that love because I am different than you. i think you need to take a good look in the mirror and see what your real reflection shows about yourself. Take care and have a nice day. |
| Name: Christy
Lang
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Cincinnati Time: 1998-10-15 19:13:00 Comments: This page was beautiful....and it reminds all of us, gay and lesbian alike, that we are not dealing with this tragedy alone. |
| Name: Malock
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Time: 1998-10-15 19:06:07 Comments: Such things as this are an atrocity to our civilation as a whole and it is a deep tragedy that such an innocent sould would be condemned to suffer such a cruel and harsh fate. The only gift is that since he was such a noble person, he will have reaped all the benefits of that life in the one beyond. And to those who would do such a thing, I think they will enevitibly recieve the same, albeit not as postively. Mal |
| Name: Frank
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Germany Time: 1998-10-15 19:03:01 Comments: My thoughts are with him, with his family and with all who loved him. |
| Name: Haley
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: California Time: 1998-10-15 18:57:15 Comments: My heart goes out to Matthew, his family, and his friends. As a young gay woman, this is especially upsetting for me. Fortunately, I have not to this day been the victim of physical violence because of my sexual preference. I have also been lucky enough to have supportive family and friends. I hope that the human race will one day overcome this hatred of what is not "normal". Things like this just shouldn't happen. I am glad that this site is out there... we need to remember that we still have a long way to go. |
| Name: Douglas
R. Miller
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Portland, Maine Time: 1998-10-15 18:54:47 Comments: May God bless Mathew and his family. This is a crime of ignorance, not hate. By so labeling, we acknowledge our society's problem: we have not taught ourselves to love as God wants us to, our goal must be to wipe out this ignorance. There are those who would stand behind a crime of hate, not many would stand behind a crime of ignorance. |
| Name: Tiffany
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Los Angeles, Ca Time: 1998-10-15 18:52:38 Comments: May God comfort Matthew's family. |
| Name: DD CASTO
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: North Carolina Time: 1998-10-15 18:42:14 Comments: Heaven is Open |
| Name: R
Petherick
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Time: 1998-10-15 18:39:38 Comments: I am just writing to let you all know how terible this has made me feel...that a boy in the prime of his young life could be taken from us in such a manner that makes me feel Sick...my most sincere condolences go out to his family and friends....this should mark the age of Hate Crimes in their most outrageous form...I am a gay male in Canada where this sort of thing is behind us (or so I thought)... what is this world coming to and when will this madness stop... just a few words I wrote for this poor unfortunate soul of such a young person who was taken from us in such a terrible way.... life..is such a wonderful thing that should be cherished and respected Matt was a young life that was taken from this world in hate and disrespect.... such a young life should be left to enjoy not die... taken by Ignorance and hate is not part of my world and I wonder when this madness will stop... I pray for this being that was trying to make a life from himself and and I pray the thugs that did this will suffer greatly in their own grief..... for Matthew Sheppard and Family Tear Soaked Eyes I veiwed this world through tear soaked eyes... and need some answers to my Whys.... this World I knew as a wonderful place... is now a Planet of Disgrace.... If Straight or Gay, Short or Tall.... We all Bleed Red when when we slip and fall.... Pick up the Fallen, Put down the Knife... This world won't heal till we Stop the strife.... For Matthew's Life had just begun.... and now he is the fallen one.... who's in our hearts forever more..... He lost the battle...not the War... and we will take a stand for Him.... to fight this war through thick and thin.... and in our hearts he will reside.... we know that He will be our Guide... I saw the World when I wiped my eyes.... and found the answers to my Whys.... this world will be a Beautiful place..... when We realize we're the Human Race...! |
| Name: Rhodes
101 Travel Center
Website: RHODES 101 TRAVEL CENTER Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Cape Girardeau Missouri Time: 1998-10-15 18:22:07 Comments: The hearts of the employees of the Rhodes 101 Travel Center, go out to the family of Matthew Shepard. |
| Name: Don
Housen
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Houston, TX Time: 1998-10-15 18:10:17 Comments: My bowling league passed around a sympathy card and took up a collection for Matthew's parents. I though that was a very nice gesture. Strange how the death of someone you never knew can hit you so hard. Let's hope something good will come of this and people will quit hating each other because they are a little different or don't believe in the same things. |
| Name: S.
Brown
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Virginia Time: 1998-10-15 18:05:28 Comments: You have done an excellent job. I just pray that justice will be served.......... May God bless Matt's soul and may God send his peace and comfort to Matt's family ...... |
| Name: cris
page
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: london u.k. Time: 1998-10-15 18:04:11 Comments: I count myself lucky... i survived a beating protecting the guy i loved... wish I had been around to try to protect my gay "brother". I really cant find the words to express how i feel..... such is the depth to which this has shaken my faith in the human race. I pray that those he leaves behind will find strength in the memories of the one we have lost, and that the whole human race will learn from this senseless slaughter |
| Name: Morgan
Monger
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Elkton, Va Time: 1998-10-15 17:26:49 Comments: I found this page very touching. The fact that most shocks myself is that Matthew reminds me of myself. I always try to be as open-minded as he. He will be greatly missed by his friends and family. And may God help everyone who follows in his footsteps and guide those, who would do such wrong like this, to the light of forgiveness. |
| Name: B.
Phillip Cubbage
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Shenandoah, Va Time: 1998-10-15 17:24:52 Comments: UGHHHHH!!! It's things like this that make me vicious mad! Make them pay, if they aren't dead already kill them now! Nobody deserves this for whatever reason, that's common sence! I want Matt's family to know that I really feel sympathy for them, and that I'm supporting them all the way! |
| Name: Jen
Kilkus
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Virginia Time: 1998-10-15 17:20:16 Comments: Stories such as this one make me want to scream and hurt and cry because of the unfairness of it. EVERYONE deserves a chance to live. Obviously this boy was intelligent, open minded, and caring. WHY WE HE HURT BECAUSE OF THESE TRAITS?? I hate facing reality. The people that are on trial for this crime should get death and nothing less. My deepest sympathies go out to Matthew's family and friends. I wish I could've known you Matthew. God bless you. |
| Name: Stephanie
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Miami, Fl Time: 1998-10-15 17:14:45 Comments: It is a very touching page. I think the people who committed this crime should be convicted. I will pray for Matthew and his family. |
| Name: Joe
of New Hampshire
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: New Hampshire Time: 1998-10-15 17:01:15 Comments: Dont know Matthew at all but reading this story brought tears to my eyes. I hope justice is served and the 4 that did this gets its just reward. May they stay in prison and rot to die! Joe from New Hampshire !!! |
| Name: Jill
Williams
Website: n/a Referred by: From a Friend From: California Time: 1998-10-15 16:58:16 Comments: This is a true tragedy. I hope more of of the American people will show thier support for Matthew as did his home town folks. I continue saying prayers that one day all people will realize we are all human beings. No one has the right to kill someone because they choose to live a different life style. Thanks for this web site. Many hugs to you!!! |
| Name: Margi
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Florida Time: 1998-10-15 16:55:40 Comments: Great webpage. Mathew was obviously a very caring and loving person. May we all learn something from this tragedy and live life to the fullest. I believe Matthew is looking down on us from Heaven and wanting the best for everyone regardless of sexual orientation, race, religion or whatever! My prayers go out to his family and friends. |
| Name: Danny
Perry
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Prince Edward Island Canada Time: 1998-10-15 16:52:19 Comments: I would just like to take this oportunity to express my deepest sympathy to the Family of Matthew. I to am gay and find it very hard to understand how anyone could be as heartless and cold as these so called people. Maybe it is just the anger in me now speaking, but this is one time where I would like to see Corporal Punishment initiated. And then perhaps these people should spend the rest of their lives in prison to rot away like the scum they are. I do hope that what I am saying here doesn't upset family members of Matthew in any way, shape or form, as I know that what you are going through at this time is hard enough to understand and contemplate. You will all be in my prayers, and so will Matthew. Once again My deepest sympathy to the family of Matthew. Danny Perry |
| Name: ML
Marcey
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: VA Time: 1998-10-15 16:51:25 Comments: This is a great page. I had never really thought abotu it before, but I'm glad someone brought it to my attention. It really made me think. |
| Name: Stephen.D.Curtis
Website: Referred by: Clicked on a 'Guestbooks by GuestWorld' Button From: Blackpool, England Time: 1998-10-15 16:40:04 Comments: A waste....A Life is too special....... My feelings go to those who love, Knowing he is now above. A life thats gone, gone too soon, WHY...WHY...The person that was, Was loved by you... Why does this happen....Its life...I'm sorry but its true.. Mathew now is a star above...Looking down on the ones he loved, Keep him alive by signing this... So his name and soul can rest in bliss.... God Bless.. A breaking Heart.... Steve Curtis, England |
| Name: CALVIN
BROWN RN
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: DALLAS, TEXAS Time: 1998-10-15 16:31:28 Comments: THIS HAS BEEN SOMETHING THAT HAS REALLY AFFECTED ME AS A PERSON. I JUST DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY THINGS LIKE THIS GO ON. WE SHOULD NOT WASTE TIME WITH A JURY. THESE GUYS MUST BE PUNISHED AND I MEAN SEVERELY. MY HEART GOES TO 1ST THE VICTIM AND THEN HIS FAMILY. I PRAY THAT GOD WILL BE WITH HIS FAMILY DURING THIS TIME OF GRIEF. THANKS CALVIN BROWN, R.N. |
| Name: Herb
Cohn
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: San Francisco Time: 1998-10-15 16:20:28 Comments: Thanks for offering this venue for expressing our grief. |
| Name: Millie
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Ft. Lauderdale, FL Time: 1998-10-15 15:53:44 Comments: I am a police officer and even though I have seen alot of injustice, usually it is one bad guy hurting/killing another. This is so sad that the only reason Matthew had to die was because he was gay. I wish I could be more confident in our justice system but I can't. The only justice for these people are for them to endure the same pain Matthew did and we all know that will not happen. Criminals have civil rights and that would be considered inhumane treatment.............makes you sick doesn't it? |
| Name: Kitti
Jenkins
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: TN Time: 1998-10-15 15:28:32 Comments: My most sincere sympathy goes to Matthew's family and friends. I will never shake the image in my mind of that poor young man alone, tortured, bound to a fence in the dark. Do you remember the song "All We Need is Love?" We must take action, but our best honor to the memory of Matthew will be actions of Love. |
| Name: Wilbert
Kendrick
Website: untitled Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Daytona Beach,FL Time: 1998-10-15 15:11:40 Comments: I have about 20 people on my mailing list,and I will see to it that they all get a copy.Our prayers will be with you |
| Name: Jon
C. Jervis
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: London UK Time: 1998-10-15 15:01:59 Comments: May Matthew Rest in Peace. He must have been a wonderful person. |
| Name: Patti
Website: Flipper's world Referred by: From a Friend From: Savannah Georgia Time: 1998-10-15 14:42:55 Comments: I"m so sorry for your loss actually it's all of our loss... No one gay or straight should have to go through such hate... GOD loves us as we are why can't other humans..... You are in my prayers |
| Name: Adi Grynholc
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Israel Time: 1998-10-15 14:38:40 Comments: I do hope that the extremists in every society will be stagmitised |
| Name: dana
Henderson
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Washington, DC Time: 1998-10-15 14:09:39 Comments: Please stop the hate toward others. Matthew continues to inspire. |
| Name: Linda
Website: Linda's homepage Referred by: From a Friend From: California Time: 1998-10-15 14:03:14 Comments: It is very sad to see that there are people out there, ignorant, and unwilling to learn about what they fear. Being a Criminal is not better than being gay. As a matter of fact there is nothing wrong with being gay. They are not hurting anyone, nor are they TAKING SOMEONE'S LIFE! But I'm sure they think they have proved their point. |
| Name: MJ
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Cincinnati Time: 1998-10-15 13:52:24 Comments: I support the trial, conviction and execution of the monsters that committed the act.. |
| Name: charlie
Olsen
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: durango, colorado Time: 1998-10-15 13:26:46 Comments: MAY THE WHOLE WORLD HANG THEIR HEADS IN SHAME.....THERE IS NO MORE TIME FOR DENIAL OF THIS IREFUTABLE FACT THAT HATE LIVES AND GROWS IN ALL OF US.........IF WE ALLOW IT! Thanks for giving us this wonderful memorial page for Matt. |
| Name: Manders
Ton
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Netherlands Time: 1998-10-15 13:25:13 Comments: I want to gife my condolens whith the lost of MATTHEW SHEPARD I think tere is a lot of things to do in the gaycommunety for the acceptesion off us gay"s I hope that GOD give the famely a lot of strongnes and love. Ton |
| Name: Stacie
DeClue
Website: YOU'RE NEVER WHERE YOU THINK YOU ARE Referred by: From a Friend From: Cape Girardeau, Missouri Time: 1998-10-15 13:02:11 Comments: This is a wonderful memorial for such a tragic situation. |
| Name: Paula Bond
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Time: 1998-10-15 12:47:35 Comments: I feel remorse for the lose of this persons life. How unnecessary for something like this to happen, just because of the narrow minds of those two individuals. My prayers go to his Matts family. |
| Name: Peter
Website: cutzz cuts Referred by: AOL From: Melbourne, Australia Time: 1998-10-15 12:46:53 Comments: Thank you for providing such a fitting tribute to a fine young man. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends. A fine young man whose life was too short. He will not be forgotten! May Matthew rest in peace in a better place where pain and suffering are no more. |
| Name: Carmen
S. aka Visitor_98
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Hialeah, Fl. Time: 1998-10-15 12:31:06 Comments: This is a horrendous crime and it must be punished!My most sincere condolensces to Matthew's parents and to all his family. May the Lord keep your Angel in His Kingdom and may your Angel always be by your side to confort you and to protect you from all the evil on this earth. |
| Name: Suzanne
Paige
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Time: 1998-10-15 12:29:57 Comments: i cannot believe the horrible things that some human beings do to others. i will never comprehend such vile behavior since there is no excuse or justification for things like this. my heart goes out to Matthew Shepard's family. my prayers and thoughts are with you. if it is any comfort, i believe that Matthew is in a better place now. a place where no one can ever hurt him again. God bless you. Suzanne Paige. |
| Name: John
E. McKenzie
Website: Referred by: NewsGroups From: Wurtland, KY Time: 1998-10-15 12:22:53 Comments: Thank you for the loving tribute to Matthew. |
| Name: donnie
perrigin
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: riverside, california Time: 1998-10-15 12:10:10 Comments: i'm so sorry that this had happened. i can kind of relate to the pain you feel because of the lost of close family members i had. i can only try and help by saying the pain will go away but the memories will remain. and to say that what had happened to him should be done to them as well. but all in all, God will be there judge. i'm pretty sure that what he has instore for those hateful underminds is far more worse than what we could do. what we would do, they'de only go through once, but what God would do they'll have to deal with for eternity. and i think that is far more better that the good Lord take care of their "stupidified" carcases. may the Lord have merci, they are going to need it. you will all be in our prayers- God bless you all. with payers, thoughts, and a bleeding heart, DONNIE PERRIGIN |
| Name: ken
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: New Market Virginia Time: 1998-10-15 12:04:08 Comments: hi i just wanted to say that my heart goes out bevcause of this story.....i hope the defendants get what's comming to them |
| Name: JAmison
Gosselin
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Washington, DC Time: 1998-10-15 12:03:10 Comments: Nice job with the Matthew Shepard Memorial website. It is a very sad event. While I am closeted about being gay--I find that what happened to him as well as happens to other people (like that black guy dragged along the street) is awful. Hopefully someday people will accept gays for who they are. |
| Name: Evelynmarie
Website: My Page Referred by: From a Friend From: White Co., ARK Time: 1998-10-15 11:52:13 Comments: I would just like to say that this is a very horrible thing that happened to Matthew. Something needs to be done to protect out rights, too. Matthew's parents are in my prayers. The 3 kids who did this deserve to have the worst penalty put on them. |
| Name: james
carter
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Columbus, Ohio Time: 1998-10-15 11:47:02 Comments: May you rest in peace, Matthew. My deepest sympathies to your families and friends. United in peace, we can end this violence. |
| Name: Jeremy
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Time: 1998-10-15 11:42:59 Comments: It is our pain to learn the lost of Matt. He will always be here with us and give us faith and power to stop this happening again to someone else. Bill Clinton, Please educate the general public and enforece human right! |
| Name: Jeremy
S Carlisle
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: ALABAMA Time: 1998-10-15 10:55:42 Comments: I never knew Matthew Shepard but I think it is an outrage what happened to him he was so small and week he could not even put up a fight. Even so those BASTARDS did what they did and should BURN IN HELL FOREVER I dont care if it was because he was gay, black, white, yellow, or even red. HE WAS HUMAN. |
| Name: Christopher
C. W. Berry
Website: My place Referred by: From a Friend From: Little Rock Arkansas Time: 1998-10-15 10:53:28 Comments: Thank you for sharing this beautiful tribute. |
| Name: Vince
Gatton
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: New York City Time: 1998-10-15 10:41:05 Comments: Could there ever be anything more senseless? How can anyone, of any religious, political, or sexual bent, feel anything but grief and outrage at such an act? Do Trent Lott, Pat Robertson, and all "ex-gays" realize their culpability in fostering a mindset that can allow things like this to happen? |
| Name: Tracy
Finklang
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Evergreen Colorado Time: 1998-10-15 10:32:31 Comments: You won't be forgotten. There is no excuse for the behavior of unenlightened people...so, I am sad for them, too...how awful to live so far from the Light of God. Now, Fortunate One, you live in it, well and truly. Bless you. |
| Name: CAESAR
A. PEREZ
Website: NA Referred by: NewsGroups From: GAY DIABETES WEB SITE Time: 1998-10-15 10:31:25 Comments: I WAS AT THE STONE WALL.MAYBE WE NEED TO SAY THAT WE HAVE HAD ENOUGH.AND YET WE ARE A PEACEFUL PEOPLE THAT WILL NOT LOWER OUR SELFS TO THAT KIND OF REASONING. WE ARE HUMAN BEINGS.WE ARE PEOPLE.WE ARE THE CHILDREN OF GOD.THANK YOU FOR YOUR MESSAGECAESAR A 16 YEAR LTS. OF HIV+AND STILL KICKING HIV BUTT. |
| Name: Bob
c
Website: Referred by: NewsGroups From: Grand Rapids,MI Time: 1998-10-15 10:28:24 Comments: Thank you for this great memorial to Matthew. This was a very well put together page. |
| Name: Howard
E. Ghee, Jr.
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Washington, DC Time: 1998-10-15 10:16:26 Comments: It is too bad that he had to die in order to bring this awareness to the forefront of the American people. Let's hope and pray that this message gets the attention of EVERYONE and nothing like this has to ever happen again! My thoughts and prayers are with Matt and with his family. -H |
| Name: Deb
Meem
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Cincinnati OH Time: 1998-10-15 10:13:11 Comments: Matthew's death has pained me greatly. But I have to say I do not support capital punishment, even for the neanderthals who killed him. |
| Name: Bradley
Collins
Website: Referred by: AngelFire From: London. United Kingdom. Time: 1998-10-15 09:24:51 Comments: I would just like to say that I know what your family is going through... My younger brother died when he was 19 years old at Univeristy (High School), he fell on a railway line and died instantly. Now I take each day as it comes, I never look forward to Christmas any more - he died on December 24th 1997. Ok - he was only 19, but he lived 60 years + in those 19 years, he crammed eveveything in. I wish your family a peaceful life and long life. Regards Bradley Collins. |
| Name: Blaine
Monson
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Canada Time: 1998-10-15 09:16:54 Comments: Beautiful page for such a tragic event. My prayers are with the family of the victim |
| Name: james
M. taft
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: from St.paul min. Time: 1998-10-15 09:15:20 Comments: The world lost another soul to help us fight for the good of all things my prayers and thought will remain untill the time come, for the lord to bless the souls that took life as it was with the grace of God farwell in the life that was ment to be |
| Name: Christine
Haskins
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Cincinnati, Ohio Time: 1998-10-15 08:58:49 Comments: I hope that Wyoming takes this crime very seriously and it is treated like the serious hate crime that it is. Furthermore, I hope that other communities review their own hate crimes laws and that full protection for gays, lesbians and transsexuals are included. The best tribute we can give to Matthew at this point is to be sure that his death is not in vain and that he can protect others from having this terrible tragedy happen to them. |
| Name: Jeff
Link
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Kansas City MO Time: 1998-10-15 08:42:36 Comments: god bless him and his family |
| Name: John
Duffy
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Clearwater,Fl. Time: 1998-10-15 08:05:01 Comments: I wish I could intuitively understand why such senseless tragedies like this can occur. It is difficult. I didn't know Matthew personally but I feel the loss. Being gay I also feel the fear. The fear that this could have happened to me; just because I am what I am. This is persoal. Attitudes need to change. People need to start talking and take some positive action. Maybe that's the good that can come out of all this. God's comfort to those in pain. |
| Name: bob
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: pennsylvania Time: 1998-10-15 07:52:34 Comments: it is a terrible loss for all but he is now in a better place |
| Name: Pakpoom
Pumeekiatisak
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Bangkok , Thailand Time: 1998-10-15 07:46:18 Comments: Though I've never known him before. The only one thing I can say is "He is my hero". He was one of the best guys I've ever met and known. I can only expect that his greatest soul and mind are still in this wide world. His goodness heart and soul would absolutely be in my mind. If he's still alive , he would be the first one that I can die or do everything for. To Matt , If you can hear me , I want you to know that I will follow your best intentions. You destined my way of living in this world and helping people beyond those frontiers....... Love, Pakpoom Pumeekiatisak , 16 , Bangkok , Thailand. |
| Name: Dr.
Jim Crocker-Lakness
Website: none Referred by: From a Friend From: Cincinnati Time: 1998-10-15 07:48:51 Comments: none |
| Name: Corey
Brock
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Memphis, TN Time: 1998-10-15 07:37:06 Comments: Your page is an excellent tribute to Matthew. Matthew seemed to be a very personable, caring young man; the type of guy most of us wish we knew personally. |
| Name: Randy
Nadeau
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: charleston, south carolina Time: 1998-10-15 07:31:21 Comments: very good page, my thoughts are with him today |
| Name: Kelley
Varner
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Bowling Green, Kentucky Time: 1998-10-15 07:14:38 Comments: I am a bisexual female in Southern Kentucky. I, too, have felt the piercing of ignorance and pray that Matt can see some satisfaction in the trials to come. Matthew Shephard is a hero in this community and our hearts are with his family. Peace, Kelley Varner (24y.o.) |
| Name: Ratboy
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Kentucky Time: 1998-10-15 07:07:02 Comments: My heart bleeds for Matthew and his family....Will life ever be easy? Will things ever change?? What will it take?? I have to keep asking so many questions, but the one that needs answered the worst is WHY?? |
| Name: Justin
Denney
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Kentucky Time: 1998-10-15 07:04:05 Comments: I think that it was a very sad thing, all gay people have to go through, I just came out to one of my aunts after reading this, and was kicked out of her part of the family I think that everybody should be loved for who they are. |
| Name: Mary
Lynn Bucklin
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Cincinnati, Ohio Time: 1998-10-15 06:09:52 Comments: My thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm so so sorry that this world has taken Matthew, especially that hate took him. Bless you. |
| Name: Claire
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Sydney, Australia Time: 1998-10-15 06:02:58 Comments: Firstly i really would like to say that you ought to be commended on this effort. It serves as a reminder from those who are sheltered from such horrendous crimes, especially as I'm not sure how common this type of attack is down under anymore. It is a tragedy and i apologise for an insensitive humanity. From, Claire |
| Name: Ian
White
Website: Ian's Page! Referred by: From a Friend From: Australia Time: 1998-10-15 05:55:36 Comments: I was shocked and discusted when I heard about it on the news, I don't know how someone could beat someone, then leave them to die. Things similar to this I hate and am totally against are 1)Parents that beat their children. If they are not going to care for their children, then what is the point of having them in the first place! 2) Boyfriends/Husbands that beat up and rape their wives, girlfriends etc (visa versa), I respect women for who they are, and respect their feelings, as they are human beings and deserve respect. Well I don't have much more to say, except I hope those guys get executed, they don't deserve to live, they to that guys life, they don't deserve their's!! Bye for now Ian White |
| Name: Martin
Robinson
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: London, England Time: 1998-10-15 04:26:11 Comments: Thank you my friend for providing this tribute. I have read somewhere that Matt should not be a Martyr. Matt IS a Martyr, albeit an unwilling one. Let us all hope that we can banish evil from our world as soon as possible, and let's start with a ban on firearms - a personal right of Americans that keeps them in the Dark Ages and fosters the role of violence in society. |
| Name: Brando
Furtado
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: California Time: 1998-10-15 02:53:06 Comments: I can't believe it is 1998 and people are doing the things that those sick kids did to poor Matt. Hif life was not in vain. He has touched my life on a personal level and his life and death have inspired me to go forward and do what I can to make sure his message was heard. My love goes out to the parents and friends of this innocent young man. May his life after death be free from the evil that killed him. The evil of ignorance and hatred. |
| Name: William
Mariani
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: San Juan, PR Time: 1998-10-15 02:40:09 Comments: Every human being has the right to his own opinions and needs to be respected not to be humiliated. Those people who dont understand that should be sent to Cuba or maybe to China (before human rights) and all their freedom should be taken away so they can not mis-use it beating human beings who are soooooooo right. Freedom has some responsabilities and the biggest one is honoring and respecting other people's rights. |
| Name: Jim
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Kansas City, MO Time: 1998-10-15 02:37:56 Comments: I just wanted to say that Matthew and his family are in my prayers. Im sure that Matthew is now in a place where he can watch over us all. I think he really likes that. It sounds like the kind of person he is ......and being able to do so, im sure is putting a great smile on his beautiful face. With all my heart....Jim |
| Name: Michael
Garden
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Ashland Oregon Time: 1998-10-15 02:30:22 Comments: Thank you for sharing this with us!!!!!!!!!! |
| Name: Bill
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Time: 1998-10-15 02:29:57 Comments: |
| Name: Robert
macias
Website: intelWebWizard Referred by: From a Friend From: Washington State Time: 1998-10-15 02:25:19 Comments: I don't know what you are going through but I can say that these people who did this in my eyes people who do wrong like killing others should die the same way that they killed the victim i'm trully and deeply sorry about this tradedy and wish it could just blow over quickly and if I could I'd make sure it never would have happened |
| Name: Forest
Craig
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Key west. Florida Time: 1998-10-15 02:22:40 Comments: May something good come from this premature death & may he never be forgotten. And let the guilty suffer the pain that they have put the whole of this country through. May he lay in peaceLove & heartfelt painforest |
| Name: Forest
Craig
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Key west. Florida Time: 1998-10-15 02:22:30 Comments: May something good come from this premature death & may he never be forgotten. And let the guilty suffer the pain that they have put the whole of this country through. May he lay in peaceLove & heartfelt painforest |
| Name: Bryon
Chambers
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Oklahoma City Time: 1998-10-15 00:51:17 Comments: We can do all things through Christ who gives us strength. |
| Name: Jaysun
Adams
Website: The Final Frontier Referred by: From a Friend From: Sayre Pa Time: 1998-10-15 00:30:50 Comments: may you find peace in your next life |
| Name: Hunter
Website: Hunter's Site Referred by: From a Friend From: New York Time: 1998-10-15 00:23:33 Comments: I too created a memorial for Matthew on my site, though not as well done as yours. Thanks for you efforts. I hope someday we can stop the hate, the prejudice and the violence against people who are different. Maybe Matthew's life and death will be the spark that lights the way to that. Thank you again. |
| Name: Jerry
Lenz
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Atlanta , Georgia Time: 1998-10-15 00:19:20 Comments: God bless his poor soul. If people would ever learn to love people for who they are instead of what they are, this would be a better place to live. |
| Name: lorie
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Glendale Arizona Time: 1998-10-15 00:18:41 Comments: I am truly sorry for the loss of some one so dear to you and to the human race. i was not aware of the terrible crime until yesterday 10/13/98, because i was in the hospital, and i guess they were afraid to tell me because of the stress. we as a human race need to get a check on ourselves and even tho i am not gay i do have a brother in Belgium that is and I know it would be very desvetaing for me to loose him in that way. I hope there is a way that we can make sure that his murders are put away for life or to be leagleally put away Again i am truly s0rry for your loss. God Bless You all and hope you can find some comfort in him to heal your breaking hearts |
| Name: Shane
Irons
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Time: 1998-10-15 00:13:15 Comments: I never met Matthew, his parents or his family, but after reading about him and his life I feel I know him and can understand the pain that his freinds and family maust have gone though loosing someone as SPECIAL as Matthew. I felt a loss and I didn't even know Matthew, I know that had he still been here today he would have been some one I would have loved to have met. Someone my age someone to talk to and someone to look up to even though he may not have been the most popular or the best soprts person he would have been the BEST freined. I hope that his death will make a difference and people will change because of it. My prayers are with Mr & Mrs Shepard and the rest of Matthews family. Shane Irons |
| Name: Manny
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: California Time: 1998-10-15 00:15:33 Comments: Thank you for letting as all know a little more about matt. I now pray that we as humans do the right thing. And put all the monsters that killed matt away. Thanks for your time.... |
| Name: Donna
Lee
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Vernal, Utah Time: 1998-10-15 00:13:52 Comments: As a former resident of Wyoming, I must say that this is the first time I have been ashamed of the state that I consider my home. I lived there for 15 years and I never thought that I would been embarassed to say that I once lived there. I hope that Matthew's family find comfort in the fact that not everyone in the state or in this country feel the way that the hate mongers who killed their beloved son do. My prayers are with the family and with Matthew's soul. |
| Name: Diana
Tapolski
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Gilroy, California Time: 1998-10-15 00:09:47 Comments: Though I did not know Matthew personally, I send my deeptest smypathy to Matthew's family and friends and keep him in my thoughts and prayers. What a tragic way to end such a wonderful person's life. May there be justice done to those who committed such a brutal crime and may Matthew's name live forever surrounded by the words love, peace and understanding for all human beings. |
| Name: Austin
Cochrane
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Quebec, Canada Time: 1998-10-15 00:00:26 Comments: What is the world coming to? It seems as thought nobody has a fair chance to live a decent life anymore. No matter what sexually you are, we all have the right to live. Matthew wasn't even given a chance, it brings tears to my eyes that people could be so hateful. unfair, and just simple disgusting. Why did they have to take a talented young life away from the world, he could have contributed more than they ever could have. Shall they receive no sympathy what so ever, for causing such a disaster in this young, bright, and talented guys family. He shall rest in peace now and have no worries about such disgraceful people anymore. God bless you Matthew!!! |
| Name: Fenton
L Palmer
Website: Referred by: NewsGroups From: Memphis, Tenn, USA Time: 1998-10-14 23:58:59 Comments: I just wish the world could be a lovable and peaceful place for all. It's not such a hard thing to imagine, just far from reality. |
| Name: James
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: N.C. Time: 1998-10-14 23:56:12 Comments: I'm sure there are alot of nongay people, like myself, who are horrified by this crime. I'm sure the criminals who did this will at the least never see the light of freedom again. But, would that be justice enough? No, but sooner or later they will have to face eternal justice. |
| Name: Silvio
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Brazil Time: 1998-10-14 23:51:43 Comments: Why cant we live without hate...? Por que não podemos viver sem ódio....? |
| Name: Ray
Website: Referred by: NewsGroups From: West New York NJ Time: 1998-10-14 23:44:37 Comments: My prayers will be with all of you. We have to make people aware that we do not tolorate this kind of behavior. Lets fight to change the laws for hate crimes. |
| Name: Aaron
Sells
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Lenexa, KS Time: 1998-10-14 23:33:16 Comments: This is a tragedy. My prayers are with Matthew's family and friends. Even if we see no justice in this life, know that things will be evened out in the end. Matthew has touched my life, and many others...and he will live on through us. I support the maximum penalty for this crime. The defendants MUST be held accountable for their actions. Nothing less can be acceptable. The anti-gay groups and others that argue this must live by their own dogma which says "an eye for an eye." I, and all of my friends and family, never knew Matthew. I cannot speak for them, but no other stranger is closer to my heart. |
| Name: Lee
B
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Idaho Time: 1998-10-14 23:24:27 Comments: Very Nice, well Put Page!!!!!!! |
| Name: Beth
Website: Beth's Page Referred by: From a Friend From: Missouri Time: 1998-10-14 23:20:55 Comments: Jesus loves everyone...He does not discriminate based on sexual preference. Let's strive to be Christ-like and obey His command by loving everybody! God bless you Matthew! |
| Name: Ralph
A Jacks
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Sacto Time: 1998-10-14 22:59:10 Comments: Hate is hate This is growing a I am sorry that Matt was a victim of it! |
| Name: Sue
wolf and Sue Rapp
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Ames, Iowa 50010 Time: 1998-10-14 22:49:08 Comments: My heart aches, tears fill my eyes, my stomach heaves with pain.. What a terrible loss of a talented young man. How can this happen to a brother of mine? A brother that I've never met.. How can it be that this happens to my brothers and sisters of the gay community?? My sympathy to your family Matt, to your extended gay family and friends... My white candle is burning tonight as the air is filled of thoughts of you.. My biological family doesn't understand me... and chooses not to try... Being Gay is difficult but we have to be true to ourselves... sis Sue W. |
| Name: Derrick
Brinksneader
Website: My world Referred by: From a Friend From: Tell City, Indiana Time: 1998-10-14 22:45:52 Comments: Just a tragety.. It sickens me that people will hate others for something like this. I seen all of this last night on msnbc and I just about cried. To top it off, a church group is scheduled to picket his funeral. The group is www.godhatesfags.com. I wrote them an email and so did my friends. TEACH TOLERANCE.. Hate is ignorance Best regards on a wonderful page. Derrick Brinksneader |
| Name: Frederick
M Raposa
Website: Fred Raposa's Web Site Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Tracy , Calif Time: 1998-10-14 22:28:46 Comments: Although I never met Matthew I shure do mis him. It is a real shame some one so young and cute had to go like this. But it really does seem like God wants his favorite people with him and I can just sense that is where Matthew is right now... |
| Name: Amy
Jansen
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Cincinnati, OH Time: 1998-10-14 22:27:15 Comments: I don't condone the death penalty so I believe Mathew Shephard's attackers should be convicted and given life sentences for their hideous crime. |
| Name: Rev.Dr.Deanna
Margaret
Website: World According to Sweet Agony Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Oklahoma Time: 1998-10-14 22:28:36 Comments: There are no words I could say. I have yet to define this feeling. A beautiful person was taken before his time for no reason. I don't understand this act of pure hatred. All I can feel is deep inside a heavy feeling of sadness. For Matthew and all of his family. Then I think of mankind as a whole. What has happened to all of us? I share your grief but I do not know what it is like to lose a child. I honestly hope I do not. So if I could I would hug all of your family during this time. Because I can find no words to say that will take your pain away.LoveRev.Dr.Deanna Margaret |
| Name: Rick
Glanzman
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Indianapolis Time: 1998-10-14 22:21:14 Comments: What a terrible waste of a precious life.... Very sad indeed .. |
| Name: Michael
Ibrahim
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Lexington, KY Time: 1998-10-14 22:12:05 Comments: Thank you for creating such a wonderful memorial. I am sure Matthew's spirit will live long and just. I will continue to pray for his family and do everything I can to end such terrible deaths. |
| Name: lew
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: florida Time: 1998-10-14 22:13:37 Comments: May his soul finally rest with the angels, and have peace in his heart. |
| Name: Pito
Website: Referred by: Net Search From: NJ Time: 1998-10-14 22:13:24 Comments: My condolences. Such a horrible tragedy my prayes will be with his family and friends. I am so sorry for your lost. |
| Name: Ramon
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: New Jersey Time: 1998-10-14 22:06:25 Comments: I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences. My prayers will be with all of you. |
| Name: Ryan
Ray
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Kansas City,MO Time: 1998-10-14 22:01:01 Comments: It's horrible that anyone would raise children with such animosity towards anyone else to commit a crime such as what had happened to Mathew Sheppard. I feel terrible for Mathew's parents and the angst that they must feel. My heart goes out to his surviving family and friends. Mathew will live on in the hearts of all of us. Blessed Be. |
| Name: Patti
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Fla Time: 1998-10-14 22:03:04 Comments: Thank you for creating such a great memorial for him |
| Name: Ramon
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: New Jersey Time: 1998-10-14 21:59:39 Comments: I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences. My prayers will be with all of you. |
| Name: Zane
T. Van Kirk
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Seattle, Washington Time: 1998-10-14 22:01:25 Comments: My sincerest sympathies to the family of Matthew ... I will pray for your healing... |
| Name: Gary
Gurnsey
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: New York Time: 1998-10-14 21:41:29 Comments: Rest in peace, we will not forget you.This is a very nice memorial. |
| Name: Christopher
Kilkus
Website: Playpen Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Time: 1998-10-14 21:39:29 Comments: A sweet memorial to a good man. You're a true friend. |
| Name: Joel
Nimon
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Largo, FL Time: 1998-10-14 21:28:10 Comments: When will the religious right stop teaching by word and example that " hate is a family value" when a gay person is involved ????? |
| Name: Edward
John O'Malley
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Sydney Australia Time: 1998-10-14 21:23:14 Comments: Just to let you know this brutal crime has shocked us here in Australia also. It is an assault on all human kind. My deepest sympathy goes to family and friends of this wonderful young man. He will never be forgotten by me even though I didn't know him I feel like I do now. |
| Name: kick--s
aka Robin
Website: none Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: wyo Time: 1998-10-14 21:16:59 Comments: your e-mail on Matthew Shepard So loving well organized and presented I am sure he is a smiling Angel Blowing u kisses |
| Name: John
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: pennsylvania Time: 1998-10-14 21:13:05 Comments: You know this is a sad sad world. we need to forget about things and get rid of the hate. i cant stress this enough parent's need to raise their children right and teach them how to accept instead of how to hate. this crime is totally ignorant and it fills my heart with sorrow to think people have to be so pathetic that they have to kill someone for not being the same as they are. people just need to start respecting other's decisions and beliefs. i want to extend my deepest sympathy to Matt Shepard's family and friends. please dont give up ever |
| Name: Rhonda
Mcclenan
Website: stormy9 Referred by: From a Friend From: Oklahoma Time: 1998-10-14 21:11:53 Comments: I am very sorry for the loss you have suffered..and i am even more sorry that you have uncaring,selfish people enter into your lives and take your son, friend,whatever the case may be. It would be a perfect world if people would only let each other be. I feel alot of sadness for the person who thinks that God doesnt mind them sitting in his chair,passing judgement on other people. Please hold your head up..i am sure that his death will not be in vain. Sincerely, Rhonda |
| Name: Scott
Tavres
Website: Wishbone Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Califonia Time: 1998-10-14 21:02:04 Comments: May God be with you Matt *RIP* we will alway remember... |
| Name: Doug
Yates
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: LA, CA Time: 1998-10-14 21:02:28 Comments: Support victims' rights not the rights of murderers! This tragedy supports the need for capital punishment. Kill the murderers now to send a message to all the other gay-bashers out there. If you commit this crime, you will die. Why should our taxes support their lives in prison? Matthew's ultimate rights were taken away. We as a society should take the rights away from the murderers. |
| Name: Eric
and Wes
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Time: 1998-10-14 20:40:04 Comments: As a gay couple we would like to extend our sorrow to the family and friends of Matt. When an act like this takes place, it shows how far we as a group still need to come. Take comfort in Matt's memory and never let his story rest. You are in our thoughts and prayers. |
| Name: Kevin
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Charleston, West Virginia Time: 1998-10-14 20:39:15 Comments: I am so glad someone has created this site and I am veryhonored to be one of many to visit it. I gladly sign my name to its pages and send my fondest and heart felt wishesand hopes to Matts family. |
| Name: Austin
Propst
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Morganton, NC Time: 1998-10-14 20:35:48 Comments: A tragedy, and incomprehensible...an unforgivable tragedy. May his family find comfort in that he is loved and missed. And may justice be done. |
| Name: Dana
Utz
Website: Dana's Home Page Referred by: NewsGroups From: Illinois Time: 1998-10-14 20:29:02 Comments: My prayers go out to Matthew and his family. What a horrible thing for humans to do to another human. Somehow, someday we will conquer hating people just because they are different. |
| Name: Karen
Board
Website: Referred by: AngelFire From: Michigan Time: 1998-10-14 20:20:44 Comments: What has happened is so sad.My thoughts & prayers are with you. |
| Name: DANNY
PALMER
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: MISSISSIPPI Time: 1998-10-14 20:22:17 Comments: LOVE HAS NO TRUTH, LOVE HAS NO DESTINY, ONLY WHAT YOU GIVE TO LOVE MAKES THE LIFE WORTH LIVING. MATTHEW GAVE HIS PART OF LOVE AND OF HIS DESTINY TO SOMETHING THAT WAS CREATED BY HATRED AND MERCYLESS LOVE. SOMEONE THAT PURPOSEFULLY TOOK ALL THAT HE HAD AWAY TO PUT IN A WORLD OF EVERLASTING LOVE, A LOVE OF TRUTH, A LOVE FOR HIS DESTINY.... TO MATTHEW: I NEVER KNEW YOU. BUT MY LITTLE FRIEND, YOU NOW HAVE YOUR DESTINY, AND YOUR LOVE, TO BE THE ONES THAT YOU LOVED, GUARDIAN ANGEL.. THEIR EVERLASTING LOVE.. THIS TERRIBLE CRIME IS USELESS.... MY PRAYER IS FOR THE MURDERERS TO SPEND AN ETERNAL LIFE OF MERCYLESS LOVE, TO HAVE THEIR DESTINY STRIPPED RIGHT FROM THEIR SOULS. FOR THE 4 MURDERERS TO LOSE ALL THE LOVE THAT COULD HAVE BEEN ENTENDED FOR THEM. TO SPEND THE REST OF THEIR YOUNG LIVES IN PERSONAL TORMENT. AND MAY GOD HAVE MERCY ON YOUR SOULS. |
| Name: Chris
Williams
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Cullowhee, NC Time: 1998-10-14 20:17:19 Comments: I wish to God there were something more I can do. As it is now I have written to the president of my University, the president of the US, The first Lady, The president of U. of Wyoming, and my state Governor. My prayers and blessings be with each one of the family members involved. To all of Matthew's friends, I could not imagine losing someone close to me for such a reason as this. My thoughts, prayers, and emotions are with you all. Sincerely, Chris Williams |
| Name: *WickedWanda*
Website: ~DOCTOR DRAAC'S HOT NEW FAN CLUB~ Referred by: From a Friend From: New Orleans, Louisiana Time: 1998-10-14 20:16:54 Comments: It's a sad day for the human race when something so outrageously inhumane should take place...and should be talked about and something done so that it ceases to happen!...It's scary, the hate some of these kids are carrying around in them just waiting to go off on an innocent person....God help us all!.. |
| Name: BOB
Website: Referred by: AngelFire From: Pennsylvania Time: 1998-10-14 20:12:35 Comments: Why did Matthew have to die? GOD called him for a greater work to do.To help bring people closer together.To help express our LOVE for all mankind.To shed a tear as we pray for Matthew.To LOVE, GOD above all and everyone equally without prejudice. |
| Name: Heather
Rose
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Arizona Time: 1998-10-14 20:09:48 Comments: There are things in this world that we can't explain and some of those things just happen to be the horrible HORRIBLE people who have done this to Matthew. I never knew Matthew, never even heard of him until that horrible day...But for some reason I feel deeply sorrowed.Almost like he was one of my best friends. Maybe it's because he might have been,who knows. In whatever case I feel phsically ill knowing that this beautiful young man will never know the future joys of life. I still have the piece of mind and silent comfort that our dear Lord now has the great pleasure of Matthew's company. To all of Matthew's family and friends mere words cannot express the deep pain and sympathy I feel for you now. I am truly sorry. |
| Name: john
Website: the collectable place Referred by: From a Friend From: north carolina Time: 1998-10-14 20:04:13 Comments: thank for keeping every one aware of the problem in the world and i wish the family all the best in the trail and conviction of the defendents |
| Name: Patty
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Easthampton MA Time: 1998-10-14 19:59:52 Comments: No one has the right to take the life of another simply based on the other's personal preference. Matthew sounds like a wonderful young man who was brutally killed by people (I use the term loosely) who are ignorant and uneducated. To his parents, my deepest sympathies. May all the positive thoughts and prayers they receive somehow help them through the toughest thing a parent can do - lose a child. God bless. |
| Name: Fredy
Quiróz
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Panamá Time: 1998-10-14 19:58:47 Comments: :( |
| Name: Jody
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: SF Bay Area Time: 1998-10-14 19:46:46 Comments: I am saddened and outraged. My fervent hope and prayer is that all four of these deviants be prosecuted for murder one, convicted, and thrown in a cell full of molestors for the rest of their lives. Let them live out their greatest fears.Matthew's torch will shine brightly forever. He will not be forgotten.This insanity MUST be stopped... |
| Name: JERRY
LEE WILLIAMS
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: ALBERTVILLE, ALABAMA Time: 1998-10-14 19:40:38 Comments: MAY THE GOD I KNOW AND HAVE LOVED ALL MY LIFE REMEBER MATTHEW'S FAMILY AT THIS DARK TIME.....MAY THE GOD THAT GUIDES MY LIFE OPEN THE GATES OF HEAVEN FOR HIS NEWEST ANGEL......AND MAY THE GOD THAT HAS GIVEN US ALL HOPE AND FREEDOM IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA BLESS EACH SOUL WHO'S LIFE HAS BEEN TOUCHED BY THIS TASTELESS EVENT....AND MY THE GOD I KNOW SEEK NO PLEASURE WHEN HE JUDGES THE WICKED ..............JERRY LEE WILLIAMS...ALBERTVILLE, ALABAMA |
| Name: Teri
Kutz
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Time: 1998-10-14 19:33:06 Comments: This is a very sad event, that can only open eyes and hope to change opinions and the world. God Bless. |
| Name: Matt
(Riker Omega on WBS Chat)
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Nova Scotia, Canada Time: 1998-10-14 19:25:30 Comments: Many people have speculated at the cause of the brutal crime that was committed. One of the more popular rumours is that one of the assailants made a pass at Matthew and he turned him down. Then fearing being "outed" he recruited his friend in a robbery. He kater claimed that he hit on him in order to make Matthew trust him prior to the robbery. It is my opinion that the man was so scared of finally having others know who he is. I don't want him to die. It's not that he doesn't deserve it, but I hope he becomes a prison inmates "bitch". I want him to realize what it is like to be totally dominated in every way. Humiliated . . . just because! Taking advantage of others just to feel superior. Well, they'll be judged by God one day . . . and I hope the only wings they get are loners so they can fly "straight" to hell! No one deserves that kind of abuse - straight, bisexual, gay, black, whatever! The idea that such evil . . . such self-loathing could live inside any man escapes me. I'm sick just trying to imagine it. At least Matthew's in a better place now. He can rest knowing that he has raised society's awareness. Let's hope it lasts and that Matthew's message lives on. Rest in peace, Matthew. |
| Name: King
Ng
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Melboune, AUSTRALIA Time: 1998-10-14 19:22:06 Comments: Just a short poem to express my sorrows, Time is the hunter and we are all his prey Sooner or later without formal introduction The hunter will have his say. Death, where is thy victory in bringing sweet life to an end Leaving us behind to weep and mourn The passing of a friend. Matthew, May you finally rest in peace. |
| Name: paul
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: butte mt Time: 1998-10-14 19:08:02 Comments: I am extremely sickened and upset over this tragic event and my heart goes out to mathew's family and friends. this just must serve as proof that this country has along way to go before bigotry will be ended in this country. the important thing here is not to overreact to this situation and instead try to cometogeather and figure out just what we can do to stop this type of crime from happening again. I am not a supporter of the death penalty and do not believe that any justice will be served from killing these two young men but life in prison is definetly in order.as a bi sexual man myself who has three children i know that i will instill in my children the love of all people and i hope more people can learn from this tragedy and do the same. god bless the Shepard familly. |
| Name: Jeffrey
Anschutz
Website: Referred by: AOL From: Kansas Time: 1998-10-14 19:03:05 Comments: I feel so bad for the friends and family of Matthew. I hope this event changes the minds of a few people with the courage to change the future, specifically parents... A person died not because he was evil, or bad or for any reason except for the morals of two men, who knew no better than to take this young mans life because they believed him to be no better than disposable. I hope that in their hearts and in the minds that someday they feel the remorse that they should feel, because their judgement is coming not only in court but also in heaven. I hope we can all move to a society that does not condemn the killing of someone for RACE, RELIGION, NATIONALITY or SEXUAL PREFERENCE. I send my thoughts, to the family and the friends of Matthew and hope that someday the pain they are feeling subsides and all they remember is the LOVE of this young man stricken down by ignorance. Matthew, you will live on in all of us, as we all mourn your passing and most untimely death. GOD BLESS |
| Name: Alex
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Wisconsin Time: 1998-10-14 19:02:53 Comments: I am a 12 year old homosexual and would like to say It's terrible that anything like this happened to such a great man and although Earth has lost a great man, heaven has gained a great angel |
| Name: Glenn
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Memphis Time: 1998-10-14 19:02:51 Comments: No words can express our loss.. Although I never knew Matthew, I feel as if we've been friends all our lives.. So many others have suffered ths hatred and bigotry when will it ever stop ? To Mr & Mrs Shepard: Our hearts go out to you in this time of despair, but rest assured, that Matthew's death was not in vain.. It's joined the entire nation in pursuit of creating the Hate Crime Bill, now if only Wyoming would prove to the world that they intend to put a stop to this senseless violence... |
| Name: Dan
Website: Danny's Home Page Referred by: From a Friend From: Oklahoma Time: 1998-10-14 18:58:10 Comments: My eyes are filled with tears, my heart with sorrow. A beautiful young boy taken so that he sees no tomorrows. He has touched us all through his final fall. Let us not forget but give his memory our all. |
| Name: Monica
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Alberta , Canada Time: 1998-10-14 18:54:08 Comments: May you rest in peace, were you will not be judged. |
| Name: Steve
O'Neil
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Nebraska Time: 1998-10-14 18:50:18 Comments: I feel disgusted by the atrocities that Matthew went through. Although I did not know him, I did read the biography on the web page, and the world is a much sadder place without him. He had a light that apparantly shone through, and that lighted up a room. My hope is that Matthew's life and death brings to the surface the real issues that gays and lesbians face. My heart and soul goes out to the family and friends of Matthew Shepherd. I cannnot begin to imagine what they must be going through. Sincerely, Steve O'Neil |
| Name: Norman
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Indiana Time: 1998-10-14 18:51:01 Comments: God bless you Matt. |
| Name: Joel
Website: Setme Referred by: From a Friend From: Nashville Time: 1998-10-14 18:47:57 Comments: This act of inhumanity sickens me. My heart goes out to the Shepard famliy and friends. I can not begin to imagine the pain, but know that Matt is in a place where he is loved no matter what he believes...and may the mighty God have mercy on the souls of the attackers, and may he give light to the lives of the family and friends. |
| Name: Andrews
Fortenberry
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Dallas TX Time: 1998-10-14 18:40:50 Comments: Thank you for providing this memorial. I feel that I do not have the words to express my feelings of the loss of this young man. |
| Name: Ryan
Bandy
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Champaign, Illinois Time: 1998-10-14 18:28:29 Comments: The death of Matthew Shepard has indeed touched the hearts of all who have heard about it. It is saddening, sickening, and extremely disheartening that such acts of brutal violence are present in our society today. Why can't we all just put our differences behind us and see each other for who we really are? I didn't know Matthew until all of this came about, but I assure you, my heart goes out to his family, friends, and all who knew him. Rest in peace, Matt..... |
| Name: HENRY
CAMPFIELD III
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Time: 1998-10-14 18:30:00 Comments: Matthew .... You will always be in Our Prayers and as an Assurance... We Know that you walk with Jesus! To God Be The Glory ! Henry Campfield III Pittsburgh PA. |
| Name: liz
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: IN Time: 1998-10-14 18:26:46 Comments: I am here to say I feel for the family. Its soooo awful how someone coul be torchered like that for a stupid reason like being gay (im not saying being gay is stupid i mean the reason) Deepest Thypathy Liz |
| Name: Jonathan
Deome
Website: Puget Sound Review of Society & Politics Referred by: From a Friend From: Olympia, Washington Time: 1998-10-14 18:20:18 Comments: I'm so sad to hear that such violence is still rampant in the U.S. My heart goes out to Matthew. |
| Name: Terri
Steele
Website: The House of Steele Referred by: From a Friend From: Missouri Time: 1998-10-14 18:18:28 Comments: The hearts of the performers of Independence Place of Cape Girardeau Missouri, go out to the family of Matthew Shepard. |
| Name: Don
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Clearwater, FL Time: 1998-10-14 18:08:16 Comments: Very nice page. Matthew is dear to my heart, though I never knew him personally, I feel a kinship with him. May he rest in peace in God's loving embrace.Don |
| Name: Tiffany
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Time: 1998-10-14 18:01:49 Comments: Matt, I just want you and everyone else to know that you are safe where you are. Keep in mind the ones that truly loved you and you'll be whole. You're safe from harm, where no one can hurt you. I'm sure that you were a VERY strong man. Take care. P.S. Can you say hello to my friend Teddi for me up there? Thanx, Tiffany Jane. |
| Name: Pic and June
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Cincinnati, Ohio Time: 1998-10-14 18:00:30 Comments: Adding insult to injury this week, the US Supreme Court upheld anti-gay rights legislation in our city, Cincinnati, Ohio. We hope in the future someone will learn from people like Matthew. Our sincere condolencences to family and friends. |
| Name: Gerjo
van den Berg
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: The Netherlands Time: 1998-10-14 17:51:41 Comments: I wanted to let you know, we are all shocked in the netherlands about the news. My symphaty and from many other dutch people go to his family and friends. I also hope America will finally wake up and see they are not as great as they pretend to be. And that there is a long way to go, before discrimination is over. They have to start to make Gay people equil to the law as straight people. |
| Name: Timothy
Chakos
Website: Tim's Home Page Referred by: From a Friend From: Missouri Time: 1998-10-14 17:48:12 Comments: Murder is murder. This is not an act of robbery. Let people learn that intolerance is intolerable! |
| Name: Allison
Warren
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Nashville Tn Time: 1998-10-14 17:32:51 Comments: Another tragedy in America...This is not the first, nor will it be the last. Until we can live together and accept each other for who they are there will be more innocent people murdered. My sympathy goes out to his family and friends. Also to the defendents. I can't imagine the hate and darkness that must exsist in a person cabable of such an atrocity. God help us all. |
| Name: Gary
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Michigan Time: 1998-10-14 17:31:23 Comments: May you rest in peace my friend.....My heart aches for you. |
| Name: Randall
J. Hayden
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Los Angeles, CA Time: 1998-10-14 17:09:13 Comments: The tribute page for Matthew Sheppard was extremely well done |
| Name: Justin
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Scotland Time: 1998-10-14 17:04:51 Comments: You're safe now, Matthew. |
| Name: Lee
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Mn,and Kansas Time: 1998-10-14 16:58:59 Comments: I would jsut like to say that I feel for the family and friends.. I hope that some day we can all live on earth as ONE!!!! |
| Name: Jay
Brown
Website: Ohiokid's Place Referred by: From a Friend From: Ohio Time: 1998-10-14 16:56:56 Comments: Never knew Matthew, But can relate to the hate crime, as a gay 22 year old male, I too am hated, not because I am a guy, nor my ethnic background but jus because I am different. I burn a candle for Matthew. A good looking guy. "I wish i could've known you but you were miles away, your candle burned out long before, you legend's here to stay" Rest now, little Matthew, never again will you hear the cruel words that utter from ignorant people's mouths, Rest for you are with the LORD. A brother....... jay |
| Name: Robert
Rienzo
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Jupiter Florida Time: 1998-10-14 16:53:10 Comments: god rest Matthews soul and bring quick justice to the scum that did this.. |
| Name: Bill
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Time: 1998-10-14 16:51:28 Comments: Words cannot express how i feel about this senseless crime. It causes me to relive the violent attack on myself, just 2 1/2 years ago. I was shot in the back, and left for dead, because i am gay. I survived, and now will live the rest of my life in a wheelchair. The purpetrator was never caught. Thank GOD, they caught the people responsible for this. May they burn in hell. My prayers are with the family and friends of Matthew. |
| Name: James
kidwell
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Alabama Time: 1998-10-14 16:45:47 Comments: Words can't expess the sorrow of the loss of one so young. |
| Name: Dave
Burkett
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: London UK Time: 1998-10-14 16:46:51 Comments: I am saddened to hear of such a untimely end to a young life. Why oh why can't people accept us for what we are. I never even knew Matt, but i cant find the right words to type here. He sounds like he was a wonderfull person. I'm sure there's a bright star in the skies. One day i hope that people can learn to accept us for who we are. God protect you Matt, Rest in Peace. Dave xxx |
| Name: Tuck
& Paul
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Sacramento, CA Time: 1998-10-14 16:42:26 Comments: This is too sad. When shall we laugh again? |
| Name: Gary
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Phoenix Time: 1998-10-14 16:40:35 Comments: I can only hope that these guys will be brought to justice. My heart goes out to the family and friends of Matthew. God bless you and may he help you with your pain. |
| Name: Amber
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Time: 1998-10-14 16:39:43 Comments: I just wanted to say that even though I am not a religious person I send my prayers (love) to each and every friend and faimly member of Matthews. Thoes people will get their punishment in some way at some time, but that does not solve the problem. We all need to be more open minded even though at times it may be hard. Things like this are really hard for me because my ex-boyfriend came out and said he was gay and it hurts because I still love him and I don't see how people can be so cruel. No not only does he fear for what life might hold in store for him, but so do I. Be Strong |
| Name: Brett
Maddocks
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Georgia Time: 1998-10-14 16:26:37 Comments: My name is Brett Maddocks, I am a college student in The state of Georgia. I am a Christian and My Love is sent to all of Matts parents and friends. This is a terrible thing and I know that there are many of you who are hurt and confussed right now. I will give you a word from the Lord that he gave to Josua when he was scared and angery. Be strong and courageous, don't be afraid, for the Lord your God will be with you always. May the Lord Jesus Christ have his blessings on you and may the Love of christ and his followers fill you at this time. In his service. Brett Maddocks |
| Name: Turkish
Boy
Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Turkey Time: 1998-10-14 16:29:28 Comments: I have only one thing to say:I am really sorry for the victim who had never deserved such thing because of what or who he was. |
| Name: Travis
Duncan
Website: Panthers Place Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: St. Louis Missouri Time: 1998-10-14 16:08:45 Comments: I have been sadened By the acctions that have taken place. This never should have happened, its a horrible tragedy. They say everything happens for a reason....But at times like this I wonder if any good can come out of it...I suppose it will bring us all closer together. And enact Anti Hate Laws... Thank you for the webpage... I will never forget Matthew. |
| Name: Darryl
Wells
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Kansasa City, MO Time: 1998-10-14 16:03:39 Comments: My condolences to Matthew's family, friends and loved ones. This has been an all too common occurence to others in the gay community in this country and it's high time we did something about it! I lost 2 very good freinds to hate crimes in the KC area and was a victim of "Gay Bashing" 3 times myself........ D. Wells |
| Name: Ron
Website: Krocks' Place to learn about me Referred by: From a Friend From: Wilmington, DE Time: 1998-10-14 15:44:18 Comments: I think it is horrible that matt was Killed, and think until people learn love and tolerations there is no hope! Ron |
| Name: Jodi Pinney
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Columbus, OH Time: 1998-10-14 15:39:20 Comments: Deeply saddened by such a senseless act of violence - my thoughts and prayers go out to his family. |
| Name: gary
jordan
Website: Gary's home page Referred by: From a Friend From: dayton, ohio Time: 1998-10-14 15:26:57 Comments: My thoughts and prayers are for the family of Matthew, I never met him, but I cried over such a loss.... Gary |
| Name: Sarita
Bhakuni
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Chicago Time: 1998-10-14 15:22:07 Comments: My thoughts are with his family. I am dedicated to doing my part to educate people about ignorance and tolerance. People all over Chicago are rallying for support with this issue. There will be a vigil in Matthew's memory tonight and people have made a shrine on Halsted street to honor his memory |
| Name: Michele
Newman
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Miller City, Ohio Time: 1998-10-14 15:08:54 Comments: my sympathies to the family |
| Name: Sara
Monhollen
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Toledo, Ohio Time: 1998-10-14 14:41:28 Comments: I just want to convey my sincere condolences for the the loss of Matthew. Our world has become a place of hatred and intolerance. I hope that someday enough of us can stand together and do what is right and do our part to make the world a better place to live. |
| Name: David
Aguiar
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Kansas City MO Time: 1998-10-14 14:29:47 Comments: May peace find a spot in all of our souls. |
| Name: Elizabeth
Johnson
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: ohio Time: 1998-10-14 14:13:48 Comments: Matthew, I'm so sorry for what they did to you. I didn't know you personally, but we're part of the same human family. I hope justice will be swift for your torturers. I believe that someday they will be required to know the pain they inflicted on you. |
| Name: Michael
Oliver
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Dardanelle, Arkansas Time: 1998-10-14 14:09:58 Comments: I am so sorry for what has happened to Matthew. My heart and prayers go out to his family and friends. I also am gay and know what we have to go through. I don't understand why peope have to treat us with such hate. I don't ask for those that don't like what we are to accept us, but please just leve us alone and let us live our lives in peace. |
| Name: Patrick
Flowers
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Daytona beach Fla. Time: 1998-10-14 14:08:30 Comments: I am so sorry this happened, what in the world are these people thinking. Sometimes I wonder about the human race and what is really going to happen to all of us. I wish in some way there was something I could do, just know my prayers are with you Heaven is a little brighter now and the earth a little dimmer |
| Name: Todd
Meadows
Website: The ADGay Home Page Referred by: From a Friend From: Atlanta, GA Time: 1998-10-14 13:59:35 Comments: My thoughts and prayers are with Matthew's family and friends. When I heard the authorities state that it 'MAY' have been a hate crime, that enraged me nearly as much as the crime itself. These criminals deserve everything that's coming to them...and I will do my part in making sure that Matthew's death was not in vain.God Bless You, Matthew Shepard. |
| Name: Lindsey
Wagner
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Somerset, PA Time: 1998-10-14 13:56:52 Comments: i'm not sure what to say over this tragedy, but i want you to know that your in my prayers and i hope everything works out. love is not where you live, but where you love. *linz* |
| Name: Chuck
Yosick Jr.
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: mansfield, ohio Time: 1998-10-14 13:54:51 Comments: This is signed with tears and heartfelt sympathy |
| Name: Regni
S. Pahouja
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Columbus, OH Time: 1998-10-14 13:48:02 Comments: It is so sad that something like this can happen in 1998. My prayers go out to Matthew's family and friends. |
| Name: Michael
Asbury
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Rockford Illinois Time: 1998-10-14 13:39:55 Comments: God Bless Matt, and may God have mersay on those 3 |
| Name: nick
arnott-smithq
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Vancouver Time: 1998-10-14 13:39:21 Comments: With my deepest sympahties to all those how have known Matthew. Nick |
| Name: Kenneth
Mounce
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Houston, Texas, USA Time: 1998-10-14 13:33:51 Comments: Thanks for a very nice tribute to Mr. Shepard. I was praying for him to pull through but that was not to be. I trust the court system will punish those responsible to the fullest extent of the law. ~Ken~ |
| Name: Monika
Royal
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Cincinnati, OH Time: 1998-10-14 13:19:48 Comments: Why did something like this have to happen to someone so good, so full of promise? It's frightening that an ordinance here in Cincinnati (Issue 3) was upheld just yesterday, by the supposed Supreme Court of the United States, that allows crimes like this to go unpunished in Cincinnati. Instead, even in light of Matthew's death...the ignorance and the hatred go on, and our city continues to turn a deaf ear to the injustices done. I am ashamed to live in a city of such intolerance. Rest in peace Matthew.... |
| Name: Arnie
Trudeau
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Vermont Time: 1998-10-14 13:18:44 Comments: Brutal actions like this is required the same in return in the justice system. NO PAROLE for such a crime....LIFE......The death penalty is in order for this wicked crime... |
| Name: Richard
Kampa
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: San Francisco Bay Area Time: 1998-10-14 13:05:05 Comments: It's a tragedy that this sort of things occurs in 1998. I have been deeply saddened since first hearing about this atrocity last week. Dear Matthew is no longer in this vale of tears but has gone on to a better place. But it is such a terrible shame that his light has been snuffed out at such an early age. My thoughts and deepest condolences are with his family and friends at this trying time. |
| Name: Tom
G
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Wichita, KS Time: 1998-10-14 12:56:52 Comments: Please be assured that Matthew's family and friends are in the thoughts of thousands and thousands of people. |
| Name: Sandy
Lucas
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Oklahoma Time: 1998-10-14 12:35:21 Comments: What a shame! How did so much hate fester in such a short span of 20-22 years? My prayers go out to all of the families, especially the Shepherds. |
| Name: steven
a bromhead
Website: gay and lesbian lifestyles Referred by: From a Friend From: southern new jersey Time: 1998-10-14 12:34:58 Comments: im am so out raged with this i hope the people whom commited this crime die just as how the made matt die otherwise this is a most beautiful page and he would be proud of it i speak for a lot of people god be with you matt |
| Name: John
Blase
Website: BearinSNJ Homepate Referred by: From a Friend From: Atlantic City, NJ Time: 1998-10-14 12:29:39 Comments: My heart goes out to you and your family. I am outraged at this senseless hatred. I am a gay man and I hope that the Courts sends a very clear message to the public that this type of behavior will not be tolerated in the US. My prayers are with you. |
| Name: Misty
L. Carter
Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Nashville, TN Time: 1998-10-14 12:24:01 Comments: People in this world today are very cruel, and it is unfortunate that we have to suffer for what they do. I look at it like this... Matthew was here to do a job for the lord and he did. Now he is being rewarded for all that he has done. He is in a world where there is no prejudice. |
| Name: Tobie
Website: Amazing's Space Referred by: From a Friend From: Alabama Time: 1998-10-14 12:06:02 Comments: I am so sorry for what happened to your son. I hope the jury finds it fit to goive the death penalty to those who did such monsterous thing. I hope your family does well through the holidays, I know it will be tough. |
