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Name: Maurice L. Hurdle, Jr. Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Holly Springs, MS Time: 1998-12-16 04:04:27 Comments: Although I did not know Matthew I was saddened to learn of his tragic and untimely death. I hope that those that are responsible for the crime will recieve the maximun punishment that the law allows. My deepest condolences to Matt's family and friends. |
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Name: tony Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Kissimmee FLorida Time: 1998-12-15 21:51:41 Comments: I am so sorry for the loss of your son. I have struggled for years and still have told no one of my innermost self. I feel that at this stage of my life that I would do more harm to friends and family than it would ever be worth. So I live with my personal inner secrets and move on. |
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Name: Mike Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Troy, Michigan, USA Time: 1998-12-15 17:13:49 Comments: Time to let the "religious" right know that this is not their country to Nazify. |
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Name: Tino Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Magdeburg, Germany Time: 1998-12-15 07:46:07 Comments: Matthew, we are with you, and you are with us. Forever. We never forget you. |
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Name: thomas Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: hannover, germany Time: 1998-12-13 07:20:50 Comments: ...sad and angry... |
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Name: Conrad Durglo Website: sorry Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Montana Time: 1998-12-12 18:15:40 Comments: Living in a small Montana town, I see a lot of hate, hate for minorities coming from people who are scared to face life, and most of all scared of what they themselves may be. I have empathy for the people hurt by this, and great compassion for the people directly impacted by this rage known as hate. Please do what you can in communities that have this disease of hate. Thank you. |
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Name: Paul V Summers Website: n/a Referred by: From a Friend From: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Time: 1998-12-11 19:43:00 Comments: i cant not explain in words what i am feeling or how i feel, i only wish that i could give all who have left behind a never ending HUG of comfort |
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Name: Tony Meijer Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Sweden Time: 1998-12-11 14:04:05 Comments: whell....im not secure that i will too say anothing.. onley a silent moment.... Tony |
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Name: k9ina69 Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: conn. Time: 1998-12-11 13:35:21 Comments: i am very sad how the people of todays society are so ignorant and unsensative by individual sexual perference.it scares me as i a parent of two small children.how dare these two animals take another life of someone so special, some bodies child, someones sibling, somenes friend . instantly hes precious life is taken by an act of brutilaty..i am greatly disgusted.theses criminals need to be punished to the fulliest.. |
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Name: Randy Woodard Website: Regis Hasturs page Referred by: From a Friend From: Jackson MI Time: 1998-12-11 12:31:39 Comments: Matt sounds like he was a nice person, I wish I had known him. I voted hi time's man of the year. |
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Name: Daniel Bedra Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Germany Time: 1998-12-11 11:30:17 Comments: My best wishes to you. I guess you were a very good person. Thanks. Dan |
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Name: Julie Wong Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: HONG KONG Time: 1998-12-11 05:39:07 Comments: I really can't understand, how would someone on earth do something like this to him?? This is so ABSURD! We all have our rights to choose our sexual orientation or whatever. Matt really sounds like a nice guy... When I heard this new from the newspaper i was so shocked... They should seriously get a life! |
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Name: Andy Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: USA Time: 1998-12-10 22:02:07 Comments: Rest In PeaceFul sleep Matt Shepard You will never be forgotten! |
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Name: Stephen Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: London, UK Time: 1998-12-09 21:13:02 Comments: First, i wanna tell u that i'm bi myself. And when i heard this *horrible* news, i tell u, i was shocked. I dunno why would someone do something like this. We're all human beings and we all have the same rights. We definitely have the rights to choose our sexual orientation. Matt is such a nice person how would someone kill him in such a way? OK, someone tell me, WHY? |
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Name: gao peng Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: China Time: 1998-12-09 15:31:53 Comments: I miss him, he is so nice guy looks. |
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Name: boban Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: former yugoslavia Time: 1998-12-09 12:39:53 Comments: I am very sorry because of you Matt, but i have to say that can happend to any gay in my country. To be gay in my country is a big problem and... |
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Name: R.J.Prigge Website: Referred by: AngelFire From: Leesburg, Florida Time: 1998-12-08 21:15:51 Comments: I hope that this and what has happened will make a better world for all of us but it is ashamed that it has to be this way....My heart goes out to the family and hopefully no other family will have to go through what you are... |
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Name: Stefán Örn Haraldsson Website: Dont hawe one Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Iceland Time: 1998-12-08 11:34:27 Comments: I only want to say good by Matthew and god be with you. I will light a candel for you in christmas me friend. |
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Name: Titan Lim Website: none Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Malaysia Time: 1998-12-07 01:13:48 Comments: I don't know what to say about this tragedy. Anyway, i would like to offer my deepest sympathy to Mr. Matthew Shepard. Such a meaningful life but it ended up in such a tragic way. I'll always support those who fight and stand for Mr. Matthew. May your battles with the anti-gays benefit those who are still suffering.................. |
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Name: Chuck Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Iowa Time: 1998-12-05 14:49:46 Comments: Hate is such an ugly emotion and Matt was obviously a very kind strong beautiful young man.... It is just one more example of how " Hate " DESTROYS ALL " Beauty " !! My thoughts and prayers go out to Matt's family and friends. I only wish I could have known him. I feel that he is now looking out over all of us and that is a very comforting feeling. Lets all work together to make this a safe place for all man kind to live. |
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Name: Capt. David R. Hazen, Sr. Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Atlanta, Georgia Time: 1998-12-05 08:09:32 Comments: The world is stifled by many human flaws, bigotry is nothing new. Matt's case is proof in the pudding that Lucifer is well and all around us. There is true justice for all, but not on this earth, it comes later for all of us. When Matt's assailers finally face the almighty, Matt will feel nothing but sorrow for these despicable representitives of the Human Rase. Shalom / David |
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Name: Sharyn Davis Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: New Jersey Time: 1998-12-04 23:14:49 Comments: My prayers go out to the family of this young man,who was taken down in the prime of his life. |
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Name: Keith Simpson Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Pennsylvania Time: 1998-12-04 01:52:40 Comments: I know that I will never feel the pain of the family who has had to suffer through this ordeal but just hearing of it and reading about it had caused much pain. I'm sorry that anybody has to ever endure such a travesty and the demons who commited this act should be executed justly. There is no defense for this act of inhumanity and execution is the only punishment suitable. I feel for the family and if you are reading this all my love goes out to you and to Matthew. I know it will be hard to over come this and you will ALL be in my prayers. |
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Name: John Greenson Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Australia Time: 1998-12-03 17:14:58 Comments: Firstly I wish to pass my deepest sympathy goes to all of Matt's Family and Friends......I do not understand this most cowardly act nor that I will ever try to. Matt is now in the Great after life.....may his soul rest in peace, This is something no Church or Homophobic can deny him........A quote from the up comming Prequel to the Starwars trilogy, from the well known character Yoda, "Fear leads to Anger, Anger leads Hate, Hate leads to suffering." I might add this above parragraph was written by a Young Hetrosexual male.........Who was shocked by the taking of a of a young life. |
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Name: d.j. pitts Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: nashville, tn Time: 1998-12-02 20:16:12 Comments: I wish all men could live as one! |
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Name: alan Website: Referred by: Clicked on our Banner Advertisement From: Glasgow Scotland UK Time: 1998-12-02 17:50:17 Comments: Only the good die young, So sorry to read about your son in one of our magazines,May his honour live on forever. Alan |
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Name: Trent Chose Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Montana Time: 1998-12-02 16:03:42 Comments: God Bless |
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Name: James Passfield Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Kyogle, NSW Australia Time: 1998-12-02 08:22:53 Comments: After the cold chill of reality, my soul melts with sadness. But at least the darkness lifts as the spark of Mathew's spirit rises up, and the warmth of his nature shines down upon us like a radiant bird... After reading the memoirs of Matt I can only say what a wonderful gift of life that has been taken away. To the family and friends of Matt I offer my sincerest condolences... Mathew will have a special place in my prayers. James Passfield |
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Name: chris Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Ottawa,Can Time: 1998-12-01 23:08:47 Comments: I hope that jusrice is swiftly delivered to those ignorant people but what is important is that you have your memories of an incredible son, friend and human being. Those who do not remember past sins are destined to repeat them. |
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Name: Chris Gladfelter Website: n/a Referred by: From a Friend From: Lawrence, Kansas Time: 1998-12-01 19:29:15 Comments: My sincerest condolensces go out to Matthew and his family. I am a gay graduate student at Baker University whom, in the past, has taken a back seat to fighting for my rights. Matthew's murder has saddened, infuriated, and frightened me into taking more assertive actions. Also, please accept my apology and that of every other Kansan for the misguided antics of Fred Phelps. He is an embarrasment to our state and to our nation. God be with you. |
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Name: Lodina Website: Don't have one Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: San Fransisco Time: 1998-12-01 12:49:55 Comments: It's really sad how they killed him like that. How humans can kill another human. Those boyz should burn in hell for what they did. Everyday they would have to think about what what they have done and how they killed him. Until the day they die they will feel guilty and regret for killing an innocent person. And they will go crazy and they are getting punished in their heads mentally. |
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Name: Grant Barton Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: UK Time: 1998-12-01 09:45:27 Comments: Never heard the story on the news and was so shocked and sickened when I heard. Deepest symapthy goes to the family and friends |
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Name: Paul Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: England Time: 1998-11-30 21:08:01 Comments: Let Matthew be the last person to die in such a way. |
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Name: Alan Bowe Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Republic of Ireland Time: 1998-11-30 20:34:58 Comments: Just to let everybody associated with tragedy know that our prayers are with you in your time of grief and that you should be strong and togeather we will eventually be able to love togeather as one , in peace. |
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Name: james Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: united kingdom Time: 1998-11-30 19:07:45 Comments: i am so sorry to hear of your loss.its sad to lose someone so young to such mindless violence. My thoughts are with you. I hope justice is found to fit this terrible act that these so called people have commited |
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Name: ian marsh Website: Locor Referred by: From a Friend From: Raleigh, NC Time: 1998-11-30 14:38:13 Comments: matt shepard had no right to die at such a young age and in such a terrible way. but at least his death has brought awareness that hate crimes still do occur here in the united states |
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Name: Caroline Meloni Website: lil_amsterdam's homepage Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: North Van, BC, Canada Time: 1998-11-30 12:54:19 Comments: I was shocked to hear about the brutality that this beautiful man endured immediately preceding his death. he certainly seemed like a kind, loving person who did not deserve such a cruel punishment - but then, no one does, except his assailants. I'm sure Matthew knows that people across North America are thinking about him. as a bisexual female, I understand a little bit about his hardships and lack of acceptance, but I can't imagine the response being something so brutal. our hearts are with you, Matthew! |
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Name: Mike Nicholson Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Wisconsin Time: 1998-11-29 22:39:41 Comments: The fine state of Wisconsin was the first state to pass the gay rights amendment and we use our hate crime bill to the fullest. This is america where we are told that we are free and can be what we want to be. The killers of matt should pay the same price...that matt had to endure. |
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Name: jamis m barnes Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: minnesota Time: 1998-11-29 21:11:54 Comments: I hope they use a lethal injection on all the guilty!! |
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Name: Bill Hall & Bob McCarty Website: Referred by: NewsGroups From: Fort Lupton, CO Time: 1998-11-28 10:58:56 Comments: This world still isn't safe for Gay men. The religious fanatics are determined to make a theocracy out of these United States--creating God in their own image. Our hearts cry for you Matt. The loving arms of our Lord now wipe away all your tears. |
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Name: Patrick (upstate new york) Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Troy New York Time: 1998-11-28 06:47:32 Comments: I was very moved by the site. Being a gay male in Upstate New York, we only received the news on TV and it lasted only about 2 minutes. (all the time they gave to this crime). So thank you for letting me share in this very moving web site.Patrick |
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Name: Paul Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Texas Time: 1998-11-26 22:14:27 Comments: I dont really know what to say I just had to say something. Yes this was an awful crime but people we have to bounce back. The best way to fight hate and injustice is to bounce back more upbeat and better prepared. To everyone out there feeling low and hurt know that I, as does alot of other people are in your corner. We love u more importantly God loves u. thank u. only GOD BLESS YOU GOD KEEP YOU |
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Name: Jimmy Matthiesen Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Laramie, wyoming Time: 1998-11-26 14:25:13 Comments: am a personal friend of Mathew Shepard & his family, and I just wanted to say Thank You, and I was very moved by your tribute site to my dear, sweet friend Matthew. I live in Wyoming, and it is really hard, as a gay man to control my anger, but when I see how many people care worldwide like you, it eases my heart and the pain I go through each day knowing I will never be able to see Matthew's smiling face. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!!!!! God Bless You As Well!!!! |
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Name: Jeremy Bromwell Website: Referred by: NewsGroups From: Time: 1998-11-25 16:33:01 Comments: It is so sad how selfish people can be. If you can't accept people for who they are then you should do your best to ignore them and not interfere. It is time for America to bring in the new and condemn the old. Being a homosexual is no more a choice than being heterosexual. Which we all know is not a choice at all. Every single person HAS rights. Everyone needs to respect those. I am so sorry to anyone that knew Matt Shepard, unfortunately there is nothing anyone can do now to help him He is with the creator of ALL people. We, as a country, need to focus on the issue at hand and do something about the future for human kind. With deepest regrets. Jeremy |
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Name: christopher anderson Website: Referred by: AngelFire From: australia/ sydney Time: 1998-11-24 16:33:43 Comments: i think that matt would have love the message that you are sending. you are doing a great job. keep it up and matt lives though all of us. love christopher MATT from every heart.one prayer. that all men.live as one. with nature and peace happiess regins everywhere |
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Name: Ted Meisner Website: La Ermita A Hermitage in the Marketplace Referred by: From a Friend From: Macon, GA Time: 1998-11-22 18:19:01 Comments: In general, gays are the most gentle, compassionate and loving people in the world. They are compassionate mostly because of their own personal inner suffering. They know what it means to feel hurt, rejected. Unfortunately, the world we live in has never been able to accept compassionate and gentle people. Even Jesus was killed for the same reason. What an honor it is to die for the same reason that Jesus died! Such people like Matthew must be very special to Jesus' heart. His martyrdom will help even more the changing of of the hearts filled with so much hatred, really of themselves which they take out on others, instead of being filled with love. Gays have no fear of loving another man intimately. As a result they have a tremendous capacity to love Jesus intimately. He has no hangups with gayness, nor with sex. For me heaven will be filled with gays. Men who love all! May each and every one of them/us overlook the hatred in His Church, and go directly to Him with their love. The reward is unbelievable. Matthew, the angels of the Lord have personally carried you to your loving Lord for the blessings reserved for every martyr. I too send you my love and thanks for your wonderful witness of love. Ted Meisner |
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Name: Michael Lee Spencer Jr Website: Christian Gay Teen Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Texas Usa Time: 1998-11-22 17:08:38 Comments: Who caused the death of Matthew? The day I heard of his death happened to be a Sunday morning and I was getting ready for Church... I had the TV on and one of the local Churches here in San Antonio Texas. The pastor said that gays were going to hell, in my opinion the ones that say those words will have to answer for it when Christ comes again. God made each and everyone of us, and God does not make mistakes...This I am sure of... Matthew went to sleep on that day and woke up in a better place.. God Gless Michael Lee Spencer Jr Romans 8:31 |
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Name: Linda Fannin Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Gainesville,FL Time: 1998-11-22 14:42:02 Comments: I was really touched when I read the article in the paper and I really am truly sorry for you!!! Linda FAnnin |
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Name: Brittany Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Indiana Time: 1998-11-21 16:31:03 Comments: I feel so sorry for the parents. I know how it feels to lose a loved one. As for the convicts, I sincerely hope they burn in hell. Thanx |
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Name: Tammy Tripp Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: South Carolina Time: 1998-11-21 10:08:36 Comments: My 15 year old daughter came across this and sent it to me. I'm sorry for your lost,but I know your pain.See on May 28th,1998. I lost my brother (Brian Ward, age 31) to suicide.It was a big shock,he was one of those people who was always happy and laughing,he was a great brother,and friend,would do anything for any one.I'm having a hard time with his death, I just don't understand why,what happened. I'm hurt, mad, sad,he left me.I'm a military wife, I've been away from home for 16 years,before he died the last time I saw him was Christmas 1997, I talked with him on the phone a month before he died, he was in a new relationship and happy,very much in love.I have dreams of him and it tears at my heart I will never see him again on earth, (I know I will in heaven),I'll never hear his lovely voice,or feel his strong arms hug me.I never thought my family would have to go through something like this, I feel like my world is falling apart,My mom needs me and I can't be there for her as much as I would like,see she lost one son to death and my other brother is in prison for 10 years,he's 28 and will be 38 when he comes out,it's truely a parent's nightmare. May God bless you and yours,My prayers are with you.Brian and Matt are family now,and are watching over us, keeping us safe.If I can help in any way, please let me know, sometimes it makes me feel better to talk about Brian. A month after Brian died, we got orders to South Carolina So I've only been here 5 nonths and don't know anyone at all no one to talk to,I a lot of times feel so alone,and have to be strong for my mom, but sometimes I feel so weak. |
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Name: Brian Coleman Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: L.I , N.Y Time: 1998-11-20 17:40:15 Comments: This was an unfortunate tragedy to have happen to such a young soul. We need to educate our youth and make it a priority. We as parents, teachers, clergy and any form of educator. Need to make an major impression to our children that any type of bias crime can not be tolerated..... My prayers go out to the Shepard family and all the victims of bias crimes.. |
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Name: jérôme Website: aucune Referred by: From a Friend From: FRANCE Time: 1998-11-19 17:31:50 Comments: je suis vraiment peiné et choqué toutes mes pensées vont vont aux parents et a la famille de Matt mon coeur est avec vous more love all over the world plus d amour partout sur la terre |
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Name: Tami Cusick Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Rancho Cucamonga,CA Time: 1998-11-19 13:45:01 Comments: I am sorry for the loss of a person who seemed to have touched so many people. I know what a great loss it is to lose a close friend. I too lost a friend withthe difference that he was in a NAVY accident and was not actually a brutality, although the pilot of the helicopter was doing an illegeal manuver. My thoughts are with the family and friends of Matthew. |
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Name: Makala Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Michigan Time: 1998-11-18 22:20:30 Comments: Nothing I can say can take away the pain. Nothing I can say can make the one's who committed the crime feel remorse. What I would like to say is, this young man was someone I would of like to have known. |
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Name: Katherine M. O'Sullivan Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Chicago Time: 1998-11-18 11:12:40 Comments: I think what you did in his memory is beautiful. I will never be able to understand why people are so full of hate against someone they do not know in the least. I hope they will some day understand what they did was wrong and why it was wrong. Then, maybe they can reach others before they do something just as horrendous. God bless Matt, his family and friends. |
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Name: Garry W Rae Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Australia Time: 1998-11-17 22:19:42 Comments: I hope that Matthew's passing will be a light to those living in the darkness of hatred and fear. May we all strive to uphold the principle that all are created equal in the sight of our God. Let us all hope that those people that discriminate against others on the basis of a person's sexuality will realise the futility and the sin that they perpetrate against all humankind.My sincere thoughts are with Matthew's family and friends as they move on with their lives .May the God that they follow bless and comfort them all. |
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Name: Brian Whitehead Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Harrison Twp.. Mich. Time: 1998-11-17 16:18:58 Comments: My sincere condolences go to the family and friends of Matt. I, not being a religious person, have said a prayer for Matt. It is times like this that make us all stop and realize the narrow minededness of some members of our society and wish that we could change it. |
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Name: Michael C. Lary Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Detroit, Michigan Time: 1998-11-17 15:13:02 Comments: Thank you... |
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Name: Michael G. Cadotte Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Ferndale (Metro Detroit), MI Time: 1998-11-17 08:22:03 Comments: May god bless Matt's family and friends during this difficult time and may He free us ALL from such hate that took Matt from us. |
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Name: Kenneth R. Wilson Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Dallas, TX Time: 1998-11-16 22:41:58 Comments: I am very sorry that these monsters murdered Matthew. I can't help but think of the horrible things the Religous Right has been saying about Gay people and wonder if they have contributed to the actions of these monsters. I have listened to the speeches of the Religous Right leaders and heard things I never thought I would hear from someone that claims to not only be Christian, but a Christian leader, as well. Although I didn't know Matthew, I know he is in a better place now, after having read the nice things about him at this web site. God speed Matthew! Sincerely, Kenneth R. Wilson |
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Name: Alex Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Italy Time: 1998-11-16 17:43:56 Comments: I'll not forget you Matt! Your beauty shall make Heaven more beautiful than ever before...Alex |
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Name: Jeff Johnston Website: Jeff Johnston's home page Referred by: From a Friend From: Dallas, Texas Time: 1998-11-15 21:57:04 Comments: Thank you for a nice web site and beautiful memorial. |
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Name: Jess (Talon) Website: n/a Referred by: From a Friend From: Alta Loma, CA Time: 1998-11-15 20:47:16 Comments: My best wishes to the family of the one whom had a big enough heart to care unconditionally. Now Matthew's beauty shall make Heaven more beautiful than ever before. God be with you all. My prayers to you. |
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Name: Brian Website: Referred by: AOL From: Philadelphia Time: 1998-11-15 15:21:34 Comments: well i think that is pretty sick that some one could do this to another H U M A Nbeing ...regaurdless of sex preferences. I strongly think that the defendants should get beatin, burned, and beatin some MORE! What the hell kinda people are they??? I have trust in our judicial system that they will do what is right and fair. thank you. |
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Name: pannie christou Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: london uk Time: 1998-11-15 03:11:40 Comments: all my hopes and love to all |
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Name: M. Dubois Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Rotterdam, Holland Time: 1998-11-14 17:42:59 Comments: To the relatives of Matt: I wish that you will have the energy to overcome this grief and that no one ever will have to suffer anything like it, ever.... My thoughts are with you and Matt! Marcel! X |
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Name: Dave Manrell Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: NY State Time: 1998-11-13 22:51:38 Comments: Crimes like this are ludicrous in this day and age. People must be made aware of how detrimental these crimes are to the human race. We will be the end of ourselves if we continue to destroy our own humanity. The way people live thier lives has no bearing on our individuality, unless we choose to inflict ourselves onto others. What a shame such a beautiful, innocent man should die for such a senseless, hateful criminal act. The world has become an emptier place without Matthew. |
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Name: Alice Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Amsterdam, Holland Time: 1998-11-13 16:44:05 Comments: When will they ever learn............. |
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Name: Marko Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Croatia Time: 1998-11-13 15:37:02 Comments: :-((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((( |
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Name: James William McCulloch II Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Ann Arbor, Michigan Time: 1998-11-13 10:54:00 Comments: What can I say? |
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Name: Jim Wilkins Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: GA Time: 1998-11-13 10:20:58 Comments: I feel so sorry for Matt's parents and wish them my love and prayers...Myself being a GWM have a whole in my heart for his parents...My partens have disowned me since I came out. Jim Wilkins |
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Name: Jeffrey J. Smith Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Dallas, TX Time: 1998-11-13 09:48:38 Comments: This is the most beautiful memorial I have ever viewed... what happened to Matthew was a tragic reminder that we all need to speak up in our own way. We are who we are...not by choice or opportunity, but by our maker. Let his death not be in vain. Let Matthew look down and see that his life and death served a powerful purpose. |
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Name: Steven Stemple Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Virginia Time: 1998-11-13 08:19:58 Comments: In your time of need, I would like to give my sympathy. I would hate to say everything happens for a reason, for there is no reason for one human being to take the life of another, especially for ones decision to live their life the way that makes them happy. It would be wonderful if all people could live in harmony, but the world is far from perfect, and there are many ignorant people that live in it. May you grow stronger from this day forth knowing that so many people have come forward to stand by your side! A friend in Virginia, Steve |
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Name: Christopher Waters Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Dallas, Texas Time: 1998-11-12 07:43:45 Comments: We must learn from this horror and move in the direction of understanding and love to one day being unafraid to admit who we really are..only then will there be tranquility, and acceptance for ALL. |
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Name: Kim Marzak Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Alachua,Florida Time: 1998-11-11 17:16:04 Comments: The memorial for Matthew was very touching. It was a very sad thing that happened. I wish all of his friends and family a good life and the ability to have closure to this terrible crime. |
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Name: MANUEL R. MORILLO Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: WEST NEWTON, MA. Time: 1998-11-11 12:01:37 Comments: I have put Matt's picture on my own personal shrine at home. His life was a gift of love to ALL of us! And if his death taught us anything is that we all should strive on a mission to FREE ALL people from the bondage of HATE wherever it is in the world. Cause NONE of us are free until ALL of us are FREE. WE MISS YOU MATTHEW! LOVE, MANUEL |
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Name: Dean Pearce Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Southampton UK Time: 1998-11-11 04:41:02 Comments: I am lost for words, I am full of sympathy for Mathews friends and parents. |
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Name: C Website: Referred by: NewsGroups From: Clearwater, FL Time: 1998-11-10 17:21:38 Comments: Rest in peace, Matt. |
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Name: Fritz Knapp Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Tampa, FL Time: 1998-11-10 16:57:21 Comments: hopefully some good wiil come from this senseless act |
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Name: arnold j. webber Website: ditto Referred by: NewsGroups From: Minnesota, Utah, California, Arizona, now Colorado Rockies Time: 1998-11-10 02:44:53 Comments: i am not gay, but still am human (i think) and am horrified at the terrible thing those @#^%$)(*&*(! guys did. I know there are very many people like me who feel a sense of heartsickness and outrage. There must be a way to love and appreciate each other. We must find a way to give and love effectively. Otherwise we only feed on each others hatreds and poison the future. |
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Name: Sir Aaron SpellSong Website: SpellSong's Path! Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Northern Michigan Time: 1998-11-09 21:50:55 Comments: I have to believe that Matthew sees the love that pours forth. I have to believe that because of the efforts of people like yourself. Matthew, you will Not be forgotten! |
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Name: S. David Pass II Website: Referred by: AngelFire From: Cleveland , Ohio Time: 1998-11-09 17:19:39 Comments: From me and the entire Gay Community of Cleveland , Ohio wish to send our condolences to the family and that our prayers are with you always. |
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Name: Brian Kaney Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Tahlequah, OK Time: 1998-11-09 14:34:43 Comments: Horribly tragic. I'm amazed at the people who have strong opinions on gays, but don't actually know any. |
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Name: Andrew McKeown Website: Andrew's World Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Auburn University, Alabama Time: 1998-11-09 06:28:19 Comments: Prayers from Auburn, Alabama...... |
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Name: Scott Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Seattle, WA Time: 1998-11-09 02:43:40 Comments: I know in my heart that God will embrace Matthew and lead him to a LOVING and PEACEFUL place, far from the hatred and violence that so senselessly took him from us. My most sincere condolences go to all his family and friends. My heart aches for you and I only pray that some day, soon, your sadness and pain will be replaced with the knowledge that Matthew's life touched countless other lives and awakened the world of a hatred that must be abolished! |
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Name: robert barnett Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: ontario, canada Time: 1998-11-08 19:07:06 Comments: Hate hurts, we have come along way but obviously not very far at all. No one is safe without protection (anti-hate laws) and this kind of violence will continue and be tolerated until enough people say no more. Matt's memory will stay for along time. |
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Name: Stephane L. Perron Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Time: 1998-11-07 22:45:23 Comments: I wonder when the day will come where humans will respect and love each other as they are, maybe never but we have to keep hoping and continue promoting this basic value. Rest in peace Matthew. Wyoming authorities make sure that justice is done. Shepard family continue on for the memory of your loving son and great human. Stephane L. Perron Gatineau, Quebec, Canada |
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Name: Christy McClurg Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Laramie, Wyoming Time: 1998-11-07 17:11:10 Comments: I want people who see this page and read the tributes left to Matthew to know that not every person in Laramie is a bigot. Our entire community feels deeply ashamed that these poor examples have come to represent the city of which we are so proud. This town, this University, this community greives for Matthew and his family. We will endeavor to make sure that this never happens again. That no parent ever has to greive for a child, killed just becuase he was different. |
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Name: Dave Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Dublin Ireland Time: 1998-11-07 15:27:45 Comments: Matt You were special I have never done this before, But you touched somthing in me which I had lost. Caring about other people. What happened to you was soo soo wrong. I have no words that will help your parents. Except you are in my thoughts a lot. I wish I had the power to turn the clock back but I have'nt. But I hope some people, who like me, have sat on the fence will get up and say somthing I will never again tolerate gay or racist jokes. In my company, they will never happen again. I cannot help you now But you are definitly in a better place. I will never forget you. I know we have never met but I wished we had. I would be a better person for it. DAVE |
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Name: ZARAK CLACK Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: DOVER ENGLAND Time: 1998-11-07 13:00:16 Comments: I JUST WANTED TO SAY HOW SORRY I WAS TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS MATT SOUNDED LIKE A WONDERFULL PERSON AND ITS UNFARE AND CRUEL THAT SUCH A NICE PERSON LIKE MATT HAS BEEN TAKEN WAY BEFORE HIS TIME AND ALTHOUGH I NEVER KNEW HIM IT WOULD HAVE BEEN A PLEASURE TO HAVE KNOWN HIM,MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH HIM AND IM SURE HIS LOVE WILL LIVE ON THROUGH YOU AND HE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTON BY MANY PEOPLE I KNOW THIS BY THE WAY YOU TALK OF HIM HE WAS LOVED VERRY MUCH THE TIME HE WAS HEAR AND THAT WILL GO WITH HIM ALWAYS AND IM SURE IF HE CAN HE WILL LOOK DOWN WITH A TEAR IN HIS EYE TO KNOW THAT HE HAS TOUCHED SO MANY PEOPLES LIVES INCLUDING MINE KINDEST REGARDS. ZARAK |
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Name: Justin S. Website: Justin's Page Referred by: Clicked on a 'Guestbooks by GuestWorld' Button From: Zion, Illnois Time: 1998-11-06 23:28:29 Comments: Stand up for what's right....RESPECT NOT BIGGOTRY......I am so sorry. Most sincerely Justin S. Illinois |
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Name: John M. Wedding Website: WELCOME TO THE GAY PAGE!! Referred by: From a Friend From: Kentucky Time: 1998-11-06 22:29:51 Comments: I am so deeply touched by the trouble death of MATTHEW !! I have always believed that if a person cant except you for who you are and not what you are then that is their problem!! I hope that many of us take the time to think about him and the good things that go along about him!!!! I have decided to add on this page to my site in hopes that others will help in there own way as well as sign the guest book!!!! If there is in any way I can help PLEASE let me know!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ther is a saying that says :: WITH GODS HELP I WILL DO MY BEST TO ???? I do believe in it and I will always be a strong believer myself as MATTHEW was to make it in life and to go on in life with GOD HELP!!!! Again I send my deepest reguards to MATTHEW AND FAMILY!!!!! HUGS AND LOVES!!!! |
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Name: Cathie Buchanan Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Grants Pass, Oregon Time: 1998-11-06 02:42:24 Comments: Mathew...the sorrow that fills my heart over your ordeal is hard to explain...and even though you are not with us now, I live in a place that is difficult to be a lesbian...we are very underground here...for the same reasons in the town that you died in. Two women were murdered here in Southern Oregon, the murderer with absolutely no remorse. Hoping your next life is full, and you will fulfill your dreams to the fullest...Love and Light to you, we know where you went when you passed over...and hoping that Jesus held you and let you know that you were/are loved. A prayer to Mathew from Cathie. (as a note, I didn't go to this site for this long simply because I knew I'ld cry...and I still did! These guys must get the maximum that the law will provide. Let them stand as a lesson to anyone who feels free to murder, just because they disagree with religion, politics, or sexual orentation. It must be done!) |
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Name: Andrew Simmons Website: My website SUX!!!! Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Lanark, Illinois Time: 1998-11-05 21:11:25 Comments: That is sad that this guy died, I saw the thing on the news not too long ago. If you wanna chat about n e thing, I'm 15/m and my ICQ# is 19175512 |
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Name: Eli Liardi Website: Gay Teen Referred by: From a Friend From: Ohio Time: 1998-11-04 14:24:46 Comments: Hey,That is so sad about what happened to Matt.People all around the US held candel light ceromonies(i can't spell i am only 14,but a A student) I live in ohio and they had alot of things here that you could do in memory of him.I just told my parents i was gay and i wish i wouldn't have!!! When my mom told my dad the first thing he sad was "The sad thing about it is that he will proubly die from aids".When we talked my mom said that it is going to hurt her alot to know that people that don't even know me will hate me. |
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Name: Paul Byrne Website: Referred by: NewsGroups From: Ireland Time: 1998-11-04 07:51:23 Comments: I am truly shocked and upset at this awful act -- what happened to matt shouldn`t happen to a dog. My faith in humanity has again taken a big knock. My thoughts are with his family and the pain they are in. I can`t seem to get this awful thing out of my head -- even at work i think of it. I am truly sickened.This world could have been almost paradise yet at times is nearer to hell. I CRY FOR US ALL. |
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Name: Steve lacklison Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Australia Time: 1998-11-04 05:55:08 Comments: Such a tragedy a young life taken to anothers intolerance, may god bless you Matthew. |
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Name: David Segalla Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Seattle, Washington Time: 1998-11-04 02:38:54 Comments: We all must stand up against hate crimes directed toward the truly beautiful people in our families and those who only have love for one another. My sincere condolences to Matt Shepard's family and friends. |
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Name: Frank Porter Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Tulsa, Oklahoma Time: 1998-11-03 20:00:57 Comments: I am unable to comprehend the brutal murder of Matt, a man I did not know and feel so close to now in his death. My God people, must it take the suffering and death of another one of us for this world to understand that as human beings, we are all equal in the eyes of our maker, whoever, whatever our maker may be. If I could stop crying, I may be able to finish reading all responses here from all over the world. Perhaps tomorrow, maybe next month, probably never can I stop crying about man's inhumanity to man. Can this be, should this be a call for all men and women to come out, to be who you are as you should be, must be. It is in our strength and God only knows, we must be strong as gay people in this world, that we can help to turn around what has become a national tragedy and embarassment to something positive for all people. To Matt's parents, I send my love. Your son will live on in our hearts. |
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Name: Steven Website: No title available Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Leuven, Belgium Time: 1998-11-03 16:29:45 Comments: My thoughts go towards the family of Matthew. |
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Name: Gwyn MacPherson Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Ontario, Canada Time: 1998-11-03 16:17:26 Comments: I'm a straight teen from a very liberal area, and it sickens me to see the crap that people are pulling. As people we should all realize that each of us has something to give to the world, and when a life is ended by other humans, we're not letting that person reach their full potential. I wish that I cuold have known Matt, and in a way I feel that I do know him. I know his kindness, his sense of adventure, and the respect that he gave to all other people on this planet. I hope that this even saddens people as it has saddened me. It should, and it should be remembered forever. I'm sure that Matt is happy where he is, and that his happiness grow each minute when he sees how other people are working to bridge the gaps of difference between people. We miss you Matt, and I hope that the path you were walking is taken up by many people in the future! |
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Name: rené hoogerwaard Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: holland Time: 1998-11-03 14:23:34 Comments: it's too bad that some people just don't know so many thinks in life and that they it just relay on somebody else whit agression lord forgive them for they don't know what they do. i hope that someday we all will be a litle wisher and that we can love eachother for who we are. |
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Name: Melanie Minervini Website: - Referred by: SimpleNet From: Welland, Ontario Time: 1998-11-03 12:10:06 Comments: We all know that the "Eye for an Eye" theory isn't right, but in the case of poor Matthew Shepard's case, we all know that the retards who did this will go straight to hell where they belong. Rest In Peace |
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Name: Richard Hindman Website: no home page Referred by: Viewing another Guestbook From: Vancouver , Washington Time: 1998-11-03 00:51:06 Comments: I am a proud gay man. Proud to be a human being who knows the truth about life. I am proud that I don't have to lie or be ashamed because of someone elses arogance and feelings that they are some how better. I celibrate my life every day and most people seem to repect that although most will never comprehend the price I have paid to be that way. The price I have paid has been nothing compared to Mathew Shepard . I cry for him and wish I could have been there and given him a hug so he wouldn't have been alone. HE WILL NEVER BE ALONE AGAIN! Richard Hindman |
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Name: André Motta Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Brazil Time: 1998-11-02 23:15:36 Comments: I can't understand this I can't stop crying He was as old as I am He won't be as old as I will |
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Name: Jenny Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Chicago Time: 1998-11-02 16:23:38 Comments: It is truly terrible the world we live in where people cannot be treated with respect, because of who they are,or what lives they lead. This was truly a horrible and unjust crime and my heart goes out to the family. I scream in anger and in frustration of this. Rest in peace, MAT. |
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Name: Matthias Levy Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Berlin, Germany Time: 1998-11-02 16:08:08 Comments: I do'nt have words for this. I'm only sad. |
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Name: Erik de Boer Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: The netherlands Time: 1998-11-02 10:57:48 Comments: Last sunday I visited matts memorial site here on internet. I was touched by all the respond that is given. I was planing to write more then but i was at that moment to emotional to write more!( i simply didn't know how to express my feelings in english). It was a great shock to hear what had happend to Matt. I think we have to tell evry one we know about what happend.Just to let evry one know that this still happends! I want to dedicate my chistmascards to Matt( and all the guys that have been killed or molested only beacause the are gay), and tell al my friends and family that tis stupid violace must stop. I hope you (matts family) give there permission,also for using the photo matts'angel. I feel i have to ask permission. I wish all Matts family and friends all the best in the world.And God blesses all aof you. Waiting for your respond on my request with love, Erik de Boer |
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Name: Ian Lam Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Hong Kong Time: 1998-11-02 10:53:01 Comments: I didn't believe that this kind of violence caused by homophobia was still exsisting. Though Matthew's gone, this tragedy would remind the world of repecting human rights. Mathew's death is more than a sacrifice!! I love you. |
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Name: Mike Turcich Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Upstate NY Time: 1998-11-02 08:12:53 Comments: I am very saddened by Matt's tragic death. The hurt I feel is very deep. I would like to send a message of support to both Matt's parents and friends. I wish I could have known him, maybe I will. |
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Name: robert Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: auckland new zealand Time: 1998-11-02 05:30:54 Comments: i feel for him a boy of difference and persons of so indifference that cannot except people for what they r and not what they want them to be so i greive for u the family so young i too have a gay daughter but shes worth more to us then what people think so i say goodbye and may god be with u as he is with your son |
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Name: Darren Bugbee Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Slough (London) Time: 1998-11-02 02:00:09 Comments: May you rest in peace, remember the meek shall inherit the earth.. God bless |
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Name: Frank Roberts Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Perth, Western Australia Time: 1998-11-02 01:16:55 Comments: To the Shepard Family may you take comfort in knowing that we here on the other side of this vast planet feel for your lost very much. And hope that the love from the gay community here in Perth reaches your hearts very soon. Matt Shepard - god's brightest angle has arrived |
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Name: Wolfy Website: CPalie3's Corner Referred by: From a Friend From: Ohio via Nevada Time: 1998-11-01 21:36:53 Comments: This is probably the sadist thing in this world. Since I was a child, I have always wondered why people can't just accept people for who they are. Why should race, religion sexual orientation and gender make a difference in that person and WHO they are? ... May the wolves always run by Matts side... Wolfy |
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Name: Sid Carroll Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Texas Time: 1998-11-01 21:14:46 Comments: It is an act too terrible for me to conceive. Why hate, why hurt, why badger. Perhaps those who hate have nothing in their lives that gives them pleasure or a sense of being human. Perhaps they, like those who have since accused us who care of exploiting this tragedy, don't really understand the concept of being a caring human - they only want to enforce upon the rest of us their narrow minded views of life. Sleep well Matt. |
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Name: Koosai Kedri Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Time: 1998-11-01 20:34:12 Comments: I am horrified. May you rest in peace. Love. Koosai |
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Name: Josh Souk Website: Lexusguy 15 HomePage Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Illinois Time: 1998-11-01 19:18:58 Comments: Ill be praying for all the family and friends of Matthew Shepard |
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Name: Lorekeeper Website: The Tome of Lorekeeper Referred by: From a Friend From: Texas Time: 1998-11-01 18:04:22 Comments: It breaks my heart to see how cheap human life has become. I am not sure what I think about homosexuality itself, but that has nothing to do with how I feel about a person who happens to be homosexual. One of my best friends is gay, and anyone who tried to hurt him because of this would have to answer to me, no question. Those of us who have retained our sanity in this world must show everyone that IT IS NOT AN ISSUE OF HOMOSEXUALITY, IT IS AN ISSUE OF THE VALUE OF HUMAN LIFE! |
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Name: Monika Townsend Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Okeechobee Florida Time: 1998-11-01 14:48:15 Comments: I was so upset to hear of the lost of another young person. We here in this small town feel for his family. Matthew is in a place far better then we are now. |
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Name: dil aka SheCat Website: A Poem by Katia Referred by: From a Friend From: Boston Time: 1998-11-01 12:17:40 Comments: It saddens me that in this day and age people still have problems with another persons preferences. I firmly believe that whatever you like, as long as you are not imposing or abusing someone, is your own business. I fine it appalling that Matthew was murdered over his sexual preference when there are child molesters and rapists running amok. It saddens me that you lost your son before his time over something so senseless. The only thing I can think of is, maybe it will make people realize that being gay, or homosexual does not make the person bad. It just is, is all. |
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Name: Charlie Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Colombia, S. America Time: 1998-11-01 09:44:38 Comments: I hope that justice will be made and that the assassins get the punishment they deserve. Unfortunatelly this won´t bring Matt back to live, but let us never forget this crime; let us see it as a warning to make a better world, with peace and justice for all, regardless of their race, religion or sexual preferences, so that Matthew, up there from Heaven can see that his death was not in vain. |
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Name: w erskine Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: New Zealand Time: 1998-11-01 08:51:52 Comments: If life is but a dream, why all the nightmares!! May justice prevail. Love and strength to all Matts family and friends. |
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Name: Audrey Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Ohio Time: 1998-10-31 22:18:28 Comments: It's still unbelieveable in this day and age, that some people think they are better than others. I have always felt there is one great being -- call Him what you may, I believe my God is the Father of the universe, Father to us all, and since He is my Father, and your Father, we are all brothers and sisters under God. Unbelieveable how a brother can do this to another brother, just because he was different. Matt was human, worthy of life. Deepest Sympathy to his family. There are those of us who DO CARE, and don't condone what was done to Matt. We can only pray it will never happen again. |
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Name: Erik de Boer Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: The netherlands Time: 1998-10-31 20:55:04 Comments: I was shocked when i heared on the news that this still happens. I can't understand why people hate an other humanbeing I just can say i'm sorry for the family and friend of matt my heart goes to all of you thincking of what had happend just makes me cry Wishing you all the best in the world! Erik de Boer |
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Name: jennifer barth Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: ohio Time: 1998-10-31 20:08:31 Comments: the need to join together and denouce this inhuman crime is imperative! I applaud and vehemently support the people who have loved Matthew and have put together this memorial. Love is genderless, classless and race free. It knows no bounds.Matthew and his loved ones are in my thoughts and meditations. I will support and follow, continue to spread the word of respect, tolerance and love forever. Matthew will be remembered! |
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Name: Linda Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Sussex County,NJ Time: 1998-10-31 17:00:35 Comments: My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Matt. Though no words can bring Matthew back to his loved ones, may they find some strength in knowing that most people do care---no person's life is expendable because he or she has differences of opinion! Most sincerely, Linda |
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Name: Mike Munday Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Chicago, Illinois Time: 1998-10-31 10:08:27 Comments: Our thoughts, our prayers, and our love pour into the hearts of matthew's family and friends. As we continue the vigil in cities across the world, we will never forget what a brave and courageous young man Matthew was. Matthew: we love you and we will continue to fight for our place in this wicked society of ours. Peace and love be with you! |
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Name: MARKARG Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA Time: 1998-10-30 23:56:25 Comments: I'm a boy from Buenos Aires, Argentina. I just want support Matt's family and send him wherever he is my best wishes ! my warm hug ! and my pray. |
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Name: marianne/joycelyn Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: dallas Time: 1998-10-30 23:15:09 Comments: rest in peace though your physical presence has been taken from us, your message lives on within so very many....... |
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Name: tzach y halali Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: kibbutz maabarot , israel Time: 1998-10-30 14:34:35 Comments: as a bi sex I find it some times hard to believe that still things like that can happen may god rest matt soul tzach |
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Name: Rainer Dillmann Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Colombia Time: 1998-10-30 08:03:54 Comments: When I surfed on this page, it really struck me down. If we are all equal before God, then why do some people think they have the right to judge somebody because his sexual preferences? I hope that the day will come, when we all will be free and live in peace, just as we are. |
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Name: Kevin Goodlett Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: South Carolina Time: 1998-10-29 20:32:24 Comments: I hope that this situation will be handled as it should be! These guys should not be aloud to breathe for this! They should have to die for what they did! I hope that this will be the end of such horrible crimes! I hate that this had to happen to what seemed like such a great guy who was in the wrong place at the wrong time! My prayers are with Matthews family and I am really sorry for their loss! Blessed Be & God Bless! |
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Name: Jon Soyster Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Washington State Time: 1998-10-29 20:12:57 Comments: I think that this a hanious and shameful crime. I hope that the individuals responsible for this crime get all that they deserve. I hope that we can use this as an example for our youth. That dangers lerk around every corner. |
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Name: christopher mountainbird Website: Referred by: Clicked on a 'Guestbooks by GuestWorld' Button From: montana Time: 1998-10-29 16:56:19 Comments: i grieve for matt, but i also am moved to say gay people everywhere need to come out so others will feel safe to do the same. our secrecy is killing us. matt is just one proof of this. how many gay teens and young people die or are raped without being remembered. lets not forget matt. |
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Name: William Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Canada Time: 1998-10-29 12:08:49 Comments: I fell that people that do some thing this should be treated the same way. This is very sad, here was a guy that had a lot going for himself and a very smart nice man who did not need this, I am very sorry to read this. I wish the family best wishes. and I am very sorry to read this and I am sure alot of people will be with you all the way. |
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Name: Doug Website: Referred by: AOL From: Calgary, Alberta Time: 1998-10-29 02:15:32 Comments: Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your son. As the father of a gay son, I worry constantly that your fate will befall my family. May all the Saints and angels keep your boy forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you and give you strength in this time of need, |
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Name: JACK IN ISRAEL Website: JACKINISRAEL Referred by: From a Friend From: TEL AVIV, ISRAEL Time: 1998-10-28 18:17:19 Comments: MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! IT IS TRULY A GREAT LOSE |
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Name: Shawn Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Northern Kentucky Time: 1998-10-28 07:46:32 Comments: It really hurts to see a life taken so young for no reason at all. I pray for everyone involved in this tragedy. |
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Name: Olivier Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: FRANCE Time: 1998-10-28 07:18:43 Comments: Je vous présente mes sincères condoléances. Je prie pour son âme, mais aussi pour le pardon de ses assassins. |
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Name: Edward Wickstrom Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Cape Town, South Africa Time: 1998-10-28 06:59:17 Comments: Our Deepest sympathy to all on this tragic event. Matt your conviction and courage will be carrried foreward... |
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Name: Jonathan M. Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Melbourne, Australia. Time: 1998-10-28 04:00:47 Comments: My deepest sympathy to all who get hurt by the murder of Mattew Shepard, especially to those whose wound takes long time to heal. Shall the defendants be able to see how important and unique a life is, and how wrong their poor adjustment to Matt (& many others) was, before their own last moments kick in.......... |
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Name: Shane Day Website: mcShane Referred by: From a Friend From: Wollongong, Australia Time: 1998-10-27 16:28:01 Comments: Best wishes to Matthew's parents. |
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Name: Rev. Cynthia A. Terry Website: Referred by: Clicked on a 'Guestbooks by GuestWorld' Button From: Yale University Chaplain's Office Time: 1998-10-27 11:44:26 Comments: Thank you for putting together this webpage. I have been deeply moved by the experiences surrounding Matthew's attack and death. I will continue to work to make things different. Rev. Cynthia A. Terry |
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Name: Elisa Fallows Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Portland, Oregon Time: 1998-10-27 09:51:56 Comments: Please don't believe that those protestors at the funeral were christians. Although they may claim to be, they aren't. They assumed the role of God and passed judgement. They had no compassion for Matthew's parents. God is the ultimate parent that accepts us as we are and loves us unconditionally. And even though it may be hard to have faith when something so senseless happens, I need to believe that Matthew lives on. |
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Name: Sven Portael Website: Referred by: Yahoo! From: Brussels, Belgium Time: 1998-10-27 05:51:43 Comments: Dear World, Who could ever believe that a crime like this would still be possible at the end of this century!!! I hope that people (and especially politicians)realise that something like this may never happen again and that the American "hate crimes" law will be accepted everywhere!!! My sincere condolenses to his family and friends ... Sven Portael Brussels, Belgium |
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Name: Fred Klein Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Time: 1998-10-27 03:38:31 Comments: My thoughts are with him... My prayers go out, first to his family and friends for their loss that can never be replaced. But most of all my prayers go out to the defendents and all like them -- that God may turn their minds and hearts to know they have courted evil through their ignorance and hate. |
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Name: Roy Bean Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Florida Time: 1998-10-26 21:48:09 Comments: God looked down on us 21 years ago and thought we needed some sun-shine in our lives so he sent matt to us and now he is back with the father and the tears we are shedding now is just intrest on the loan. God Bless You MATT I wish I could have met you Love Roy |
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Name: bethany Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: pennsylvania Time: 1998-10-26 18:38:07 Comments: It's so very sad that people still feel this way about others. It is far past time to get out of the dark ages. We are in an informed, advanced society-it is time we started acting like it! Celebrate the differences in ALL people!!!!!!!!!! |
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Name: Corey Couch Website: Jacob's World Referred by: From a Friend From: Jonesboro, AR Time: 1998-10-26 17:55:40 Comments: Our prayers are with the Shepard family. May God bless this tragedy....all things work together for the Glory of God. |
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Name: Mark Gittus Website: under construction Referred by: From a Friend From: Mesa, AZ Time: 1998-10-26 15:34:20 Comments: All things will somehow work for the greater goodness of God. Matt knows now how this will come to be, we must just wait to see how God will use your present day loss to affect the love level necessary to see a furture without hate. I look forward to meeting Matt in heavan. |
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Name: Paul Fridenstine Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Reedsville, OH Time: 1998-10-26 15:05:33 Comments: I hope that these people are brought to justice for their crimes. The family has my sympathy. |
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Name: Joseph Weekes Website: Referred by: Yahoo! From: I live in Barbados , in the Caribbean. Time: 1998-10-26 13:02:43 Comments: I just read a line and I was in tear . Where I live we have to hide and be ourselves it is not fair to take him away . He seems so innocent and at peace with himself. Why do they think homosexuality is wrong. . |
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Name: Scott Kimbrough Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: North Carolina Time: 1998-10-26 06:38:42 Comments: It's a shame that this day and age were still worried and threaten by someones sexuallity Its a shame that Mathews fammily had to lose there son because someone thought there son had no right to feel the way he felt. At the end of it all I hope when Mathews killers are standing before God for there judgement. That theyll feel what Mathews parents have felt the loss of there son. My heart and soul go out to Mathews familly and Please remeber the only thing the bible preaches is love not hate...... |
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Name: Josh Adams Website: Josh's Place Referred by: From a Friend From: Vincennes, IN Time: 1998-10-26 02:43:37 Comments: All of my prayers for Matt's family...... Hopefully the hand of justice shall prevail |
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Name: Russell O'Brien Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Melbourne Australia Time: 1998-10-26 02:29:08 Comments: TO THE FAMILY & FRIENDS OF MATHEW SHEPARD. FIRST OF ALL I WOULD LIKE TO SAY I FELL SO MUCH FOR YOU ALL AND AM SO SORRY FOR WHAT HAS HAPPENED TO MATT. I JUST WISH I HAD KNOWN YOU MATHEW YOU SOUNDED LIKE A GREAT LOVING GUY. I AM ALSO A GAY MALE IN AUSTRALIA, I REMEMBER I HAD ABOUT 4 GUYS CHASING ME ONE NIGHT TRYING TO BASH ME BECOUSE I AM GAY. (I WAS LUCKY I GOT AWAY.) WHEN I FOUND OUT ABOUT WHAT HAD HAPPENED TO MATT, I WAS SO MAID, AND VERY SAD. I AM SO HARRIFIED OF WHAT HAPPENED TO HIM. AND TO SEE THE SUPPORT FROM PEOPLE ALL OVER THE WORLD. JUST TAKES MY BRETH AWAY. I KNOW MATT'S PARENTS & FRIENDS WOULD LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE FOR THERE KIND MESSAGES OF SUPPORT. I MUST SAY, I DO HOPE THE PEOPLE THAT DID THIS TO MATT, ROT IN HELL !!! I AM SORRY BUT I DO. I REALLY DON'T KNOW WHAT ELSE TO SAY , THANK YOU TO THE PEOPLE THAT PUT THIS SITE TOGEATHER ASWELL. MATT YOU WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERD AND MISSED MATE. NOW IN GOD'S LOVING CARE, PLEASE R.I.P MATT LOVE RUSSELL |
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Name: Chris Booyse Website: Chris & Pieter's Homepage Referred by: From a Friend From: South Africa Time: 1998-10-26 02:08:20 Comments: This whole attrocity deeply saddens all decent people. Our hearts go out to Matthew's family and friends in this time of sorrow. We pray that Matthew's ultimate sacrifice will shame bigots all over the world into realising that OTHER people, with different viewpoints, ALSO have a right to life and happiness. May this attrocity NEVER be repeated again. With deepest sympathy Chris Booyse & Pieter Redelinghuys |
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Name: Sandy Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Melbourne .Australia Time: 1998-10-25 20:34:43 Comments: My deepest sympathies to Matthew's parents and family, I was so saddened by the brutality Matthew endured at the hands of these people. Nobody in this world deserves to die in such a brutal way, no matter what there preferences are, be it religious, sexual or colour. I sincerely hope these monsters who did this, are given the harshest sentence possible, as now Matthew has been given a Life Sentence, so should these brual monsters. But these monsters will have to atone for their callous, brutal ways, not only in this life, but they have to meet with God Almighty eventually and when they do, he himself will judge them for their sins. May God Bless & comfort you all in your time of sadness & sorrow MAY MATTHEW REST IN PEACE. |
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Name: Tom Roth Website: Referred by: Lycos From: Denver CO Time: 1998-10-25 19:01:45 Comments: Matt was to young to die. Hate is wrong no matter what. I feel so bad about what happened and the killers should get the max that the courts can do. i never met Mat but i wish i would have. i cry every time i think about what he went throught and what they did to him. I am gay and i was out to some people but know i do not care who knows and i will put up with anyone saying anything bad about MATTHEW SHEPARD no one can anything about someone so kind and sweet.. they have to something about this.. we have to have a Fed hate crimes law that tells everyone we will stand for what happened and we make sure if someone does a hate crime to anyone that they will be charge with a law thats makes everyone think about it before they try anything to someone |
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Name: Sylver Firre Website: In Opposite Directions Referred by: From a Friend From: Michigan Time: 1998-10-25 17:50:36 Comments: I didn't know him, he wasn't even a spark in my mind until it was too late. He was smart, and kind. Too young to die. the loss is greater than most. I just don't know what to say. Elegy Unknown Do not stand at my grave and weep. I am not there. I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond's glint on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentile autumn's rain. When you waken in the morning's hush I am the swift uplifting rush Of birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry. I am not there. I did not die. Viva Forever Sylver Firre |
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Name: tom frasik Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: san francisco/ michigan originally Time: 1998-10-25 16:22:26 Comments: I hope all messages of condolence will be shared with the Sheppard family. I also hope all messages supporting full prosecution of the suspects arrested in the Sheppard murder will be forwarded to the prosecution team handling the case, as well as all Wyoming State Representatives and governmental authorities. It is tremendously important that government recognize the vast support for laws to eradicate this behavior, even if it means implementing the death penalty for those who commit such crimes. |
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Name: Jennifer Benoit Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Califorina Time: 1998-10-25 15:56:07 Comments: . |
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Name: Annie L. Carroll Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Califorina Time: 1998-10-25 15:57:23 Comments: This tragedy is one that is felt by all and will not be forgotten. We as homosexuals have come very far but this is a horrible reminder as to how much further we have to go. This was a sensless act and my deepest sympathys go to Mathews family and friends, and hope you get the Justice you deserve. My thoughts and prayers are with you. |
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Name: miriam arthur Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: absecon,nj Time: 1998-10-25 13:44:35 Comments: feel very sorry for him and his parents....I hope they persecute the one's who did this to the fullest. Our prayers are with you. |
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Name: David D. Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Cincinnati, OH Time: 1998-10-25 12:26:41 Comments: Many people around the world have the friends and family of Matt in their hearts and prayers. And I pray that this terrible thing not be in vain - let us all, lesbigaytrans people and all their friends and supporters - unite at last and let it be known that we will not tolerate such things in our country and in our world. |
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Name: Rev. Daniel P. Jensen Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Los Altos, California Time: 1998-10-25 10:09:00 Comments: I am ashamed of what people have done "in the name of religion"... The protesters at the funeral, with their hate filled placards have done much to open our eyes to the damage done by homophobia. I pray for them that they stop preaching hatred in the name of Jesus, the Christ. I pray for our churches that they may be open to all, regardless of sexual orientation. |
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Name: Kristopher Holtz Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Time: 1998-10-25 06:28:36 Comments: Matthew will live on in all our hearts and souls. As a gay teen in a cruel world, I cry for the safety of my loved ones and friends as I stand proud and gay. |
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Name: Andrew Orme Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: United Kingdom Time: 1998-10-25 04:55:52 Comments: My heart goes out to Matt's friends & family. It is truly a horrid world that we live in. |
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Name: Michael Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Ohio Time: 1998-10-25 04:15:10 Comments: I am so sorry for the loss of thier child. It was a cruel and inhumane act . |
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Name: Don Savitz Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Bay Point, California Time: 1998-10-25 00:37:25 Comments: It surely is a tragedy as to what happened to Matthew. He did not die in vain. His pre-mature death has caused many of us a good look as to what needs to be done to protect the gay community. |
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Name: Micah Victor Leighton Website: NA Referred by: From a Friend From: Southern California Time: 1998-10-25 00:37:01 Comments: I can't stop the tears...may Matthew rest in peace...there are no other words that express my feelings... |
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Name: Richard A. Ray Jr. Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Kingsland, GA Time: 1998-10-24 22:50:34 Comments: To the friends, associates and loved ones, Please know that there are many people that care deeply about your tragedy. If any of us can help in any way, one need but ask. Kingsland, GA is a great distance from you and your and son's home, but those of us that are gay, and those true "caring humans," are outraged at what has occurred. Remember in your time of need, that your son will be remembered, and hopefully, this crime of ignorance and stupidity will be avenged. Perhaps your son's life will, as horrible as the following will sound, serve as a wake up call to the legislators of this country, and steps may be taken to prevent an event like this from happening again. You have my and my entire family's sincerest of regrets, scant comfort that they may be. Please contact me, if there is anything we may do to help, be it legislative, donation or any other way. Your son will long live in the minds of others and hopefully in their hearts as well. A freind in Kingsland, Richard A. Ray Jr. |
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Name: wanda Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: al Time: 1998-10-24 22:46:22 Comments: I am very sorry.I AM ASHAMED THAT MANKIND HAS COME TO THIS |
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Name: Tristen Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: canada Time: 1998-10-24 22:37:20 Comments: God I just can't believe it ,, why would any one do this |
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Name: Katlin Website: Referred by: Net Search From: Pittsburgh, PA Time: 1998-10-24 22:24:28 Comments: I think someone should get the FCC or the president to donate so much money for everytime someone links their friends to this site. |
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Name: Roberto Luiz Warken Website: GLS Site Referred by: From a Friend From: Florianópolis - SC - Brazil Time: 1998-10-24 19:53:24 Comments: My name is Roberto Luiz Warken, I live in Florianopolis City - Santa Catarina State - south Brazil, and I'm webmaster of GLS Site The GLS Site is a site to gays and lesbian people of Brazil - http://www.fastlane.com.br/~robertow/gls. We 've added a link to Memorial Page to Mattew Shepard because we think that we have a big figth against the homofoby in the world. We needed to be solidary each other, against all the violence types against the homosexuals. We are here, supporting the relatives and friends of Mattew and hoping the justice is made. Sorry my english! Thank you! Roberto Luiz Warken mailto: robertow@fastlane.com.br GLS Site Webmaster |
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Name: Gayskin Website: Gayskin's Homopage Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: England UK Time: 1998-10-24 16:19:14 Comments: Like every other right-minded person,I was shocked and stunned by the news of Matthew's horrific death. Let us remember him in our prayers and may he rest in peace |
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Name: michael j. hernandez Website: Referred by: AngelFire From: minnesota Time: 1998-10-24 10:12:30 Comments: he went on to a far better place a place where you can be yourself without being fearful or hurt by anyone else, all are equal !!!!!!! |
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Name: Tamara Wynn Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Los Angeles Time: 1998-10-24 09:28:17 Comments: I am so sorry for what happened. It is a shame that there are animals out there in our world that would do something like this to someone that they do not know just because of his sexual orentation!!! It made me cry! |
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Name: Gerald Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Amsterdam Time: 1998-10-24 08:33:31 Comments: My deepest condolances for Matthew's family. We will never forget you, Matthew. We will show our commitment to equal rights and protection for all gays and lesbians in the world. You will always live in our hearts. |
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Name: Brian Blasutti Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Sudbury, Ontario CANADA Time: 1998-10-24 07:45:54 Comments: My condolances for the family & friends ... Hoping the courts do what is need to stop further discrimination |
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Name: Bryan Thomas Website: The Life of Bryan Referred by: From a Friend From: London, England Time: 1998-10-24 07:04:44 Comments: It's so hard to understand what motivates people to do things like this and a society which allows their homophobia the means to survive. If there is a God, God help them - and God help us too! |
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Name: Mark Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Alaska Time: 1998-10-24 04:30:22 Comments: I greatly regret what happened to Matthew and I hope that the Killers get what they deserve! |
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Name: Stephen M Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Australia Time: 1998-10-24 04:07:07 Comments: This is a great Memorial to young Matt, a tribute to be very proud of. Congatulations. |
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Name: Les Rohrlach Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Sydney Australia Time: 1998-10-24 02:41:36 Comments: My Sincerest Sympathy to the Family, Friends and Community of Mathews. Tragedy such as this should never happen to anyone let alone one so young and vital.I think everyone in the Australian Gay Community are feeling for you during your time of loss. I trust Justice will be done! Les |
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Name: Alex Baye Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: San Francisco, CA Time: 1998-10-24 01:32:03 Comments: For Matt's Mother.... May the Holy Mother Mary be your Spirit Guide... The Holy Mother gave up her Son....it was Her Sacrifice. Matt's crucification.....was a Universal Sacrifice. I share your sorrow....I share the pain of your sacrifice. May the Holy Mother Bless you ....for the Gift of your son. With much sorrow, Alexander Baye High School Educator. PS.....I said a Rosary for Matt....and for You....Mommma. Hail Mary! |
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Name: Jake Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: SF bay area Time: 1998-10-24 01:18:04 Comments: My deepest condolences go out to Mathew's family. As for those brutal inhumane bastards.........they deserve, without a doubt, DEATH ROW! |
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Name: Peter Ilott Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Bendigo, Australia Time: 1998-10-24 00:50:14 Comments: Very touched and saddened by the by the loss of such a young and worthwile life The sense of love thats surrounds this event is truly inspirational peace be with all the families involved especially Matt immediate family I know this will inspire many thousands of people and Matt lives on forever |
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Name: Emmer Junior Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Brazil Time: 1998-10-23 22:47:08 Comments: love is the only way for this world. Peace. |
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Name: Melanie Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Canada Time: 1998-10-23 22:25:31 Comments: I got this page from one of my best friends and this is such a tragic and un nessicary event. I'm really sorry that it is even in our world. It's too bad that some thing so awful had to happen to some one (from what I've read) that was so nice, kind, caring, and unjudgmental. |
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Name: K. C. Jones Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Berkeley, CA Time: 1998-10-23 22:04:53 Comments: I hope that he did not die in vain...that perhaps this will awaken the goodness within our closed-minded politicians to guide them toward making such senseless crimes a thing of the past. |
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Name: George Allan Dawson Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Cocord, California Time: 1998-10-23 21:17:30 Comments: Rest In Peace, Matthew. Save us a place in Heaven.. |
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Name: Morelle Bull Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Time: 1998-10-23 20:32:13 Comments: My heart goes out to Matthew's family... ...as for his murderers', well I hope they rot in hell for a long time. |
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Name: Sean R. VanderBes Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Oakland, CA Time: 1998-10-23 20:32:00 Comments: I find it extremely sad that in todays day and age that we still have to endure hate crimes that are directed at the gay / lesbian community as well as toward those who in others eyes are just "Different", whether by ones skin color, disability, birth defct, citizenship or lack ther of, or by engaging in an inter-racial relationship. Tolerance should be a required focus as a vital part of education in all schools both Public & Private. My prayers go out to the family and hope that justice will be done quickly and justly and that those involved never be allowed to commit such an act to another person ever again. |
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Name: Jeff Rutka Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Mississauga, Ontario, CANADA Time: 1998-10-23 20:21:22 Comments: My thoughts are with you! Jb |
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Name: Steve Moreton Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Perth Australia Time: 1998-10-23 19:59:59 Comments: I have wept for my gay brother! I send my condolences to his family and those who loved him, and to all who like me, suffer by this senseless murder. |
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Name: Jo Bennett Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Rochelle Park, NJ Time: 1998-10-23 19:32:04 Comments: When I heard of the death of Matthew I was sick. As a gay woman who's been openly gay my whole life, I take offense in someone attacking another human for being who they are. To brutalize this young man, just to show their maleness is sickening. I can only hope that the people involved, including the girls, should suffer, as I'm sure Matthew did. There maybe only one good thing that could come out of all this, and that we all come together and stand STRONGER and more UNITED with one another and the rest of the world. God Bless Matthew, may God watch over him well. |
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Name: Rod Rose Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: San Diego, California Time: 1998-10-23 19:09:54 Comments: My Heart ached when I heard the news. I could not understand how anyone could do such a crime. I cried tears of sorrow in church that day, and went home and prayed for those that were so unremorsefull. Lord help us do our best to make the world a better place. |
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Name: Mike Hobbs Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: London UK Time: 1998-10-23 16:19:05 Comments: The Loss to us all was deeply felt round the world. This crime was without sense or reason. This was a hate crime against humanity made worse because Matthew had his whole life ahead of him and now no chance to live it. |
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Name: ronald b. schmelzlejr Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: new york Time: 1998-10-23 15:34:16 Comments: he will be in my heart forever. |
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Name: Whitney Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Arkansas Time: 1998-10-23 15:15:32 Comments: I just want to urge evryone to please send a message to your states' representative asking him/her to support the Hate Crime Prevention Act |
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Name: David Mattock Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: United Kingdom Time: 1998-10-23 14:45:55 Comments: My thoughts are with you all at this sad time |
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Name: MARIO LALANCETTE Website: ALGI Referred by: From a Friend From: MONTRÉAL, Québec Time: 1998-10-23 13:20:54 Comments: Votre site apparaît sur le site de l'ASSOCIATION DES LESBIENNES ET DES GAIS SUR INTERNET, à Montréal, au Québec. Je vous invite à visiter notre site pour découvrir la réaction des Québécois suite au meurtre de Matthew Sheppard http://www.algi.qc.ca Welcome to ALGI (association for Lesbians and gays on Internet (Montreal,QUébec). We are totally concern by the sad destiny of Matthew and I invite everyone to visit our website to see our reaction on the Matthew's story. Thank you! Merci! |
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Name: Michael Gingrich Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: Fort Worth, Texas Time: 1998-10-23 12:56:08 Comments: absolutely lovely tribute... who are you by the way, did you actually have the priveledge of knowing Matthew? I wonder due to the other photos you have of him that I'd not seen before... many of us here in Texas, and I've read the reports of world wide email to the Shepard family, we all mourn and cry and hurt over his loss. Love to you! |
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Name: Enilson Ferreira Bastos Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Brasilia - The capital of Brazil Time: 1998-10-23 11:58:57 Comments: So far in distance. So close in pain and suffering. These kind of crimes are very commom in your Country. We have to stop them, no matter where they happen. May Matt's death be a turning point. |
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Name: am Website: Referred by: Just Surfed On In From: taiwan Time: 1998-10-23 11:51:06 Comments: it's so so sad to heard this. and my heart was broken in pieces. there r still so many people around the world support u in their heart. i believe u must get in a very peace, after all. |
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Name: José Gatti Website: ariesleolibra Referred by: From a Friend From: Santa Catarina Island, Brazil Time: 1998-10-23 09:31:16 Comments: I was deeply moved by this page. I was shocked when I learned about Matthew's death. Homophobic murders also happen here in Brazil, but the authorities usually ignore the murdering of Gays, Blacks and Indians -- even though that has been slowly changing. We have today a few organizations that claim for justice. But please do not claim for the capital punishment! I strongly believe it will not help stop such crimes. My best regards to Matthew's parents, whose courage should be an example to all parents -- especially the fundamentalists, who would surely learn from them. |
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Name: Stanley & Sally Website: Referred by: AOL From: Toronto, Canada Time: 1998-10-23 08:57:50 Comments: Our condolences go to the family of Matthew. We have never known Matthew, our hearts were sadden by such a senseless act of hatred. May Matthew's body rest in peace. God bless you. |
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Name: Ernest Pearson Jr. Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Maryland Time: 1998-10-23 08:48:41 Comments: I send my Love and Light out to the Shepard family. The healing graces of Spirit will comfort you. |
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Name: Elizabeth R. Green Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: Burlington VT Time: 1998-10-23 08:37:14 Comments: I think what happened was a horrible, horrible atrocious act. I think that the People responsilbe should have to face the death penalty. I hope that they can see the wonderful life that they have ended on their way to their judgemnent. "Only the good die young". . . Matthew's death has been a wonderful thing in one sense. It has given everyone a chance to see that hatred will get you no where. He has become the model for good people. I hope that his life can be the last one to be lost do to hatred. He is in my prayers, as is the faimly and everyone else that has ever been the object of a hate crime. May the others learn what Matthew has tried to teach. |
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Name: patrizia Website: Referred by: From a Friend From: australia Time: 1998-10-23 08:03:30 Comments: i would hate to imagine what kind of familys these people come from ....... so much hate...its sad to hear someone so smart and caring a man of the world with so much to give should die such a sensless and brutal death..... |