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Memories of Marcus Mathes

Everyone's HERO

Katie Schuldt May 26, 2008

Had to pick the shooting Star for Jules.
I know Jules through penpaling. We started writing in 2003. I do have a memory of Marcus (many through her letters). I talked to Jules on the phone a few times and one of those times I got to talk to Marcus. He seemed like such a nice person. I'm so glad he had Jules all these years to share his life with. They are simply perfect together, no other way to put it. I wanted to THANK him for all he did for my freedom. God Bless him! And his FAMILY!
<3

Keep rockin out in heaven!

Jolene Farrington -Tarbell May 25, 2008

Marcus!- I wish we didn't grow apart! I miss all the concerts! I know your still rockin out in heaven and watching over Julia and your family! Thank you so much for all you did! You'll never be forgotten! God Bless!
Julia- You are one of the strongest girls I have ever met! I'm so sorry for your loss!
You and the family are always in my thoughts and prayers!

With Honor, Love & Respect

Linda Cooke May 25, 2008

You gave the most precious thing a person can give your Life for Ours as did Jesus! My everlasting gratefulness to you never foregotten forever missed ! Jules i have seen your love with Marcus thru Amanda & My prayers and thoughts will always be there! You are also a Hero! I am a veteran as my father before me and many in the family. No one can ever take away the Memories of your life together and that is something Special you will always have!...RIP Marcus, RIP my dad........Linda Cooke

god bless the family

Shannon May 25, 2008

I did not know you guys but I am here at Fort Polk, and I am so sorry for your loss and I have the deepest gratitude for you all. You and your family are in my prayers.

God Bless.

Joy Kortbeek May 21, 2008

Sending my love & many prayers to you & your family Marcus. God Bless you always,you are a very brave soldier. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

True Love

Lisa Collins May 05, 2008

Julia was one of my best friends in high school. I always found myself looking up to her because her how beautiful i thought she was and the personality to match. I still find myself looking up to you jules. The strength that you've shwon through this tragedy is truly admirable. I remember when Marcus and Julia first started dating. You really felt like you were in the presence of true love. Jules face would just light up at even just a mention of marcus' name. Marcus seemed so comfortable, safe and happy when they were together. In each others arms they just seemed as if they felt home. I hope that julia and Marcus' family and friends can find comfort in knowing that he is not only with our lord and watching over us, but that he will be forever remembered as the selfless Hero with a gourgeous smile and an undying love for his wife, friends and family.

In Honor

Christie K May 04, 2008

I never really met Marcus but I feel like I knew him through Heather, Jules sister. I cried when I heard the news. It is painful to see a great soldier, husband, brother, and friend be taken away from all who love him. I am proud of Jules for holding up so well but I know that she is torn. I saw pictures of Marcus and I have to say that he has always had a bright smile and a contagious grin. Heather does too and so I just wanted to say that Marcus will be missed even by those who never had the opportunity to actually meet him in person. I send the family my prayers and hugs. I shall Honor these brave soldiers and their sacrifices forever.

Photos

Adrianne Brubaker May 02, 2008

I am incredibly sorry to say that I never got to meet Marcus. I browsed Julia's myspace page regularly, though, and I've seen oodles of photographs of him and of the two of them together. I have also heard Chuck and Lynda, his in-laws, rave about him. The first time I watched Julia's OIF 2007 video, I was in tears because it was so touching. I remember watching it twice in a row because I thought it was such a sweet, loving tribute to her husband. I was instantly charmed by Marcus' mega-watt smile and by his obvious adoration of Julia.

I always imagined future family get-togethers with all of us hugging, talking, and laughing together. It's just so hard to believe he's gone.

MILLION DOLLAR SMILE!

Merline Ulloth May 02, 2008

Marcus was a very respectful young man. Whenever I saw him, he had this contagious smile on his face. This smile radiated from the inside out. Him and Jules were such a free sprited couple that always brought a smile to my face when I saw them. Jules my prayers are with you and your family. I pray that God will continue to pour out the oil of joy for your mourning and that he will continue to comfort you during this time. I thank God for the opportunity of meeting you all. God bless you.

like a brother

justin perry May 01, 2008

ive known marcus and julia for many years. i met julia in 6th grade and marcus in th 10th. marcus got me into goin to shows. one time he taught me how to open a coke bottle with his seatbelt fastener. i really miss that guy. im over in iraq right now too and i was at work when i found out. i feel like i lost a brother. i love marcus and julia llike family. i just wish i could be there. im sorry.

The fair

Misty Strandberg May 01, 2008

Marcus and Jules, went on a double date with my and my ex boyfriend Jeff. We went to the florida fair, for a while anyway. He had a great sense of humor, and absolutely adored Jules. I am so sorry for your loss, and if there is anything I can do, please let me know. He was a good man and a good friend. I didn't know him well, I haven't truly talked to him in like 7 years, but what I did know of him was that he was an exceptional human being, and he truly loved Jules with all of his heart, just as she does him! God bless, Misty

Greatest smile EVER!

Whitney May 01, 2008

I first met Marcus and Jules when I left AIT and went to my first duty station, Fort Polk. I was scared, didn't know anyone and just wanted some people to talk to. My sister introduced me to this insanely awesome couple, the Mathes Family! The one thing that always always ALWAYS pops into my head when I think of Marcus is his smile. I can't imagine him without that big grin. Really there are no words to express how sorry I am for this loss but I am so thankful to God for giving me the chance to meet such awesome people. Marcus, you are a true hero to us all. May you rest in peace.