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To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 21,2003
From: stx9ba01@Allstate.com
I have had several people ask me for the name of the song that I dedicated
to Our Fallen Heroes from Pecos.
For any one else interested in the name of the Christian song.
It is "I can only imagine" from Mercy Me
Chris Franco
mailto:ChrisFranco611@allstate.com
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 22,2003
From: osbaldo.lujan1@jsc.nasa.gov
Hello Friends, Family, and Pecos in General,
I was sadden when I heard of Johnny and all of his comrades of the
military forces. Being an ex-military myself it sure hits close to home, but
knowing Johnny it really hits a lot closer. First I would like to extend my
deepest sympathy to the Mata family and all their relatives. Johnny and I
were friends in high school and I must say it was an honor knowing him. On
and off the field, of football, Johnny was a class act, no one could ask for
a better friend.
We'll miss you Johnny and you will never be forgotten. One of our own is an
American "HERO"!
To Quote Jesse:
"For all the others who have served or are serving in the military - thank
you. Your efforts are what makes this country great."
Osbaldo Lujan
Space Operations Computing(SpOC) Team
Bldg. 30A Rm. 1077
Phone: (281)483-5457
e-mail: osbaldo.lujan1@jsc.nasa.gov
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 17,2003
From: Scooterd57@aol.com
hello i graduated in 1975 i didnt know johnny matta but as an alumni from pecos high school we are all brothers and sisters my sincere sympathy to the matta family my prayers are with the matta family and to all that knew him well he we alway be a hero in my mind.
god bless america and to the matta family.
sicerly johnny davis class of 1975
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 17,2003
From: jsanchez16@elp.rr.com
Hello Friends,
Its been a while since Johnny's funeral. For those of you who could not
attend, rest assured that he received all the honor that he deserved. It was
the largest funeral in the history of Pecos and no one was surprised by the
size. The nature of funerals is to come together to reflect on the life of
a loved one. That's exactly what we did. Johnny will be missed and never
forgotten. My deepest sympathy to his family. May the peace and love of
Jesus Christ comfort you in your loss.
For all the others who have served or are serving in the military - thank
you. Your efforts are what makes this country great. We took some pictures
of friends who gathered to honor Johnny. If anyone is interested in seeing
them, please let me know.
Jesse
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 16,2003
From: Prnisme@aol.com
Our thoughts are prayers are with the Matta family.
Laura (Wendt) Grant, Plano, Texas
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 15,2003
From: jfgarcia@txplan.com
First of all, I want to extend my sincerest sympathies to Nancily and children, to Mr & Mrs Matta, Mingo, Albert & Rosa for their loss of our Beloved Johnny......Johnny and I were friends from the time we started school at Lamar Elementary until the day we graduated from Pecos High School. There are so many good memories that I can recall about Johnny because we grew up in the same neighborhood and went to school together. Whether we were all playing with each other or even fighting, we always remained friends. He will always be in our hearts and will never be forgotten. We Love You Johnny! You will always be our HERO!!! Jessica Franco Garcia
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 15,2003
From: DIVPERSO@1mardivdsa.usmc.mil
My condolence to the family and friends of Johnny. Johnny's death on the
battlefield will not be forgotten. He is our fallen hero. A great lesson
for our younger generation; the price of freedom comes with a price. The
price Johnny paid will make the world a safer place for us, our children,
and hopefully many generations to come. May Johnny rest in peace. For
Mingo Jr and Albert, my prayers are with you and your families. My heart is
heavy with the loss of your brother. For the citizens of Pecos, thank you
in advance for honoring one of our own and his family. Respectfully, Chief
Warrant Officer-3 Mario G. Villescas, U. S. Marine Corps, Kuwait.
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 15,2003
From: alvic@mo.quik.com
Class of 1986,
Our fallen class mate and town hero has returned home, funeral service for Johnny Matta will be Saturday, April 12, 2003 at 2:00 o'clock in the afternoon, Santa Rosa Catholic Church, Pecos, Texas. Please try to attend. A vigil will be held Friday April 11, 2003 at 10:00p.m. at Eagle Stadium. The Pecos Eagle #60 will be retired from play. Once, again still taking money for flowers, please contact
Marylou Mendoza Corrales at 432-447-9135 or take contribution to Uncles 1410 S. Eddys Street, Pecos, Texas.
Marylou Corrales
Class of '86
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 15,2003
From: stx9ba01@Allstate.com
We knew you as a friend, as a classmate and as a teammate.
Now the world knows you as our hero, who has given us wonderful memories,
great laughs and good cries.
The class of 1986 will never forget you and what you have done for our
future, our children's future, and your countries future.
With friendship we grew to love you
We've grown to admire your courage
Your memory will live on as a constant reminder of the ultimate sacrifice
that you've given for your country.
You gave your life so that others could be free
You battled evil and oppression
and even battled Tyranny
Your life was taken in vein
Your life was given to keep us from pain
You have gone home to a place full of peace
A place where joy and happiness will never cease.
We all Love you and miss you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Chris Franco
chrisfranco611@allstate.com
Chris Franco
Allstate Ins.Co.
3205 W Cuthbert #A4
Midland, Texas 79701
PH: 915/694-5009
Fax: 915/694-5061
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 15,2003
From: eire38@hotmail.com
This is Jim Edwards (Class of 76). Thanks for the Pecos Gab site. My buddy Johnny Davis (Class of 75) tipped me about this site and through it I was able to get in touch with my friend Marty Fielder, who I hadn't seen in over 20 years. I would like to request information from anyone viewing this site as to how I might be able to locate the following people: Jerry Edwards, Mike and Norma Arvizu, Randy Blount, Ricky Dominguez, Thomas Hurley, Victor Moran and James Williams. In addition, I knew a number of members of every graduating class from 1975 through 1979 and would be delighted to hear from anyone who might care to drop me a line. My email address is eire38@hotmail.com.
I would like to close by extending my sympathy to the family and friends of Johnny Mata. I appreciate what he and all our servicemen and women have done in what I feel has been a justifiable war.
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 15,2003
From: frindles247@msn.com
My brother, Danny Reyes, and I were recently talking about the
loss of Johnny Mata. My brother has two sons and he told me
something that put things in perspective: he said he recently
had a talk with his sons and he told them to think about who the
TRUE heroes are. They are not the pro-sports stars nor the actors
in movies. He told them to look upon Johnny as their hero.
So many times kids are influenced by their peers or other forces.
I encourage the youth to take my brother's advice and reevaluate
those they call "Hero". I am also proud of how our town has pulled
together for the family of Johnny Mata.
Que Dios este con todos en este tiempo muy dificil.
Thinking of you all,
Jannette Reyes
Class of 1984
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 15,2003
From: jeanette_molina2000@yahoo.com
To the Family of Johnny Matta,
Our family is writing to offer our condolences to the family and friends of Johnny Matta. We know that being the defenders of freedom and liberty is a great responsibility to the people of our military and we are sure that Johnny served that responsibility well. He will be remembered in the hearts of our family and all people of this great nation for his bravery and dedication to preserving the liberty and safety of all people in the world. Please know that the prayers of Team McGuire go out to him and all his family and friends for the great sacrifice he made.
Very Respectfully,SSgt and Mrs. Molina, SrA and Mrs. Slaman, TSgt and Mrs. Calloway, A1C Buzzee
SSgt and Mrs Webster, SrA and Mr. Tate, A1C and Mrs. Jenne, A1C and Mrs. Butcher, CMSgt and Mrs. Jimenez, A1C and Mrs. Eubank, MCGUIRE AFB, NJ.
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 15,2003
From: RENEIACLEE@aol.com
I am trying to find my Aunt Evelyn Jean Harris Williams.We called her Aunt L.
She was born in Pineville, KY July 20,1923. Her maiden name is Harris. She married a man Herb Williams and lived in Pecos, Texas about 44 yrs ago. They had 2 daughters JoAnn and Russell Faye.
My mother Gladys Lee is her sister and she married Bluford Lee.
I am hoping that Aunt Evelyn is still alive and you may be able to help me with some information. My name Leonard Lee 513-863-2340 hamilton, Ohio E-mail address reneiacLee@aol.com
Maybe one of the daughters might see this if it could be posted or if my aunt was in the obituaries or her husband.
Anything you could do I would appreciate.
Thank you Leonard Lee
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 15,2003
From: 0118rornelas@hanovermeasurement.com
Our prayers are with the Matta Family >From Mr. and Mrs Ricky Ornelas. Laredo, Texas
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 15,2003
From: mattaea@truman.navy.mil
Just want to send my prayers out to the Mata family. It took a little time
for the news to get out here to the ship, but it did hit home. We are
currently flying air coverage for the troops in Iraq from the carrier HARRY
S. TRUMAN. Although hard to lose a loved one, it was not in vane. Johnny
gave his life not only for the freedom of all Americans, but for the freedom
of those in a country that until now, have not known what freedom truely is.
Johnny is a hero as our all of our service members. God Bless you Mata
family.
LTjg Ernie Matta
USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN-75)
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 15,2003
From: r2943c@motorola.com
Our Condolences to the Mata Family,
It is difficult to understand how one person can cause so much horror and hate to innocent people of the world. Our U.S. troops were called to protect these people and to protect the freedom that we are privileged to enjoy in our daily endeavors. As we watch and listen to the news everyday, we pray that our men and women of the armed forces return home safe. It is impossible for most of us to understand how a single person in such a far away place, can cause so much hate and discontent. Our U.S. troops have been called upon to insure that the people of the world are safe and free.
Johnny Mata was one of the brave soldiers that was called upon to help insure that freedom. Johnny stood tall to the occasion with pride and honor. It saddens all of us to hear that his life was taken by cowards, while helping the troops on the front lines. His courage will always be remembered and respected.
We will miss Johnny and in our hearts know that his patriotism was for the good of the free people of the world.
Our prayers go out to Johnny's family and friends,
Sincerely,
The Salazar Family, Alonzo and Flavia,Noe & Family,Elizar & Family,Alonzo & Family
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 10,2003
From: benabelle@hotmail.com
Johnny Mata is a hero and will not be forgotten. God Bless the ones he left behind! He truly is an inspiration to all of us. I will be teaching in Landstuhl next year and just returned from a visit to the Base. While eating at the hospital Jessica Lynch's family sat at a table next to us. Soldiers with broken arms, legs, etc. came through the line talking to other soldiers in desert fatigues telling them good luck that it is a life altering experience to be over there. I look into the faces of my students daily who have fathers and mothers in Iraq. Please pray for the safe return of all. Bena (Stickels) Leismann
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 9,2003
From: mmiramon@ford.com
I went to school with Johnny ever since Lamar Elementary, it's hard to believe that a little kid with long hair (it was the 70's) would grow up and become a soldier. My prayers go out his family and I want to thank his parents for raising a son who would be so brave.
Melissa Rayos Miramontes
Class of 86
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 9,2003
From: jeanette_molina2000@yahoo.com
Hello, my name is Jeanette Molina and I am the spouse of a soldier in the United States Air Force. When our soldiers are away holding down the FORT!!! We as spouses are left behind too to hold down the FORT!!! We stand tall and brave as our soldiers do. What ever the out come maybe we our Proud of our Soldiers. So say a little prayer for all soldiers overseas and the families that get left behind. For I am one of them spouses left behind to hold down the FORT!! Thank You, Jeanette Molina wife of SSGT Jeff Molina United States Air Force, Firefighter
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 9,2003
From: RodriguezErlinda@aol.com
JOHNNY. JOHNNY WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND MARKED A SPECIAL PLACE IN EVERYONE'S HEART IN PECOS ESPECIALLY THE ONES IN OUR CLASS OF 1986. WE ARE GOING TO MISS HIM TREMENDOUSLY. ME AND JOHNNY KEPT IN TOUCH THROUGH EMAIL AND HE SPOKE OF NACILY AND HIS KIDS ALL THE TIME. THEY WERE HIS PRIDE AND JOY. I SEND MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THEM. IT'S IRONIC THAT THE LAST TIME HE WROTE TO ME HE TOLD ME OF HIS DEPLOYMENT TO IRAQ AND I TOLD HIM TO KEEP IN TOUCH SO I WOULD KNOW HE WAS OKAY. WHO WOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT WOULD BE THE LAST TIME I WOULD EVER HEAR FROM HIM. STAYING IN TOUCH IS A HARD THING BECAUSE EVERYONE HAS THEIR OWN LIVES, BUT ITS THE TIME THAT JOHNNY TOOK JUST TO MAKE SURE HE KEPT IN TOUCH WITH HIS FRIENDS THAT MAKES HIM THE WONDERFUL PERSON THAT HE WAS. AGAIN, TO HIS PARENTS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES GO OUT TO YOU AND A GREATER THANKS FOR GIVING US A CHANCE TO KNOW SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON THAT HAS MADE A BIG MARK IN OUR LIVES...HE IS A TRUE HERO AND WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED.....FROM MIAMI , FLORIDA ERLINDA NATIVIDAD
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 7,2003
From: u170201@nwol.net
Looking for my class mates of 1986, Pecos High School
Johnny Mata was killed in Iraq Freedom, he was stationed in El paso, funeral is still not known, but he will be brought back to Pecos. Any one who is willing to help in paying for flowers in behalf of the class please call Marylou Corrales at home(915)447-9135 or at work(915)447-4008, or e-mail alvic@mo.quik.com
Marylou Mendoza Corrales
Class of 1986
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 7,2003
From: tonygonzales@cox.net
Our thoughts and prayers to Johnny Mata's family and to Mr. and Mrs. Mingo Mata and family. May God bless you for your ultimate sacrifice. Johnny will never be forgotten.
Tony Gonzales and family
Amarillo Texas
To: Pecos Gab
Date:April 3,2003
From:venimc@aol.com
yes i am trying to locate an old friend of mine who is joey herrera from pecos. I
understand he was introuble with the law but i would really appreciate if i could get his complete name and age so that i may contact him
To: Pecos Gab
Date: April 2,2003
From: mgomez1966@door.net
My prayers go out to the POW/MIAs and the families of all the POW/MIAs in Iraq and all of our brave soldiers in the Iraqi Theatre, in Afganistan, and throughout the world.
I was shocked and saddened to see that one of the MIAs is from Pecos. My heart and prayers go out to the Mata family.
As a veteran, it saddens me to know that any of our troops are in harms way. As a "Pecosite at heart", it saddens me to know that one of our own is unaccounted for in a combat theatre.
But, as an American, it gives me great pride in our service men and women that protect our way of life on a daily basis. Our military, as well as our Police Officers, Fire Fighters, Emergency Medical Personell, and our Veterans are truely National Heroes.
Once again, my prayers are with CWO Mata, his family, and the town of Pecos.
Lest We Forget.
Martin Gomez
To: Pecos Gab
Date: March 27,2003
From: mahlon1758@msn.com
classes of 1947 and 1948. warning; just finished a short story about the going ons under that fun bridge, after pep ralleys on thursday before fridays football game .what a joy it was to revisit those dates and double dates , that bridge should be a palace no where can I think of that so many wounderful conversations have taken place . If only our folks could have known. many of those kids like dwand pb along with be and Lola and half of those classes truly were exposed to life as we thought we wanted . I, myself made promises that were broken befor we got to AL's burger bar . those were the very best days of our young lives and . well buy , the book , by the way their is another bridge that hold's a lot more storys to be told just ask DW,or any red blooded boy or girl that went (fishin) at night at that bridge./ alais., jackey,don,bobby,betty,nancy, jimmy,e.j. and all girls ., what a catch ?? oh., dont forget the armstrongs / wow, please forgive the spelling stroke left me with a weak left hand . you beleave that dont you. bye Mahlon Nobles
To: Pecos Gab
Date: March 21,2003
From: rodel@classicnet.net
Dear Friends,
On Sunday, March 9th, my 4 year old nephew, Michael Valenzuela, was in a motorcycle accident. He is the son of my youngest sister, Esmeralda (Esmie) Rodriguez Valenzuela & Michael Valenzuela. He suffered severe head trauma and underwent emergency brain surgery. The Dr. gave him only a 20% chance of pulling through. Thank God he made it through that and is continuing to show signs of improvement. He is currently in Lubbock, TX at the Texas Tech University Medical Center. He is still very critical but we are expecting a miracle. Our God is an AWESOME GOD and He hears our prayers. His word says "Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them." Matthew 18: 19-20.
I ask for your prayers for his complete healing and will update you on the miraculous recovery. Please pass this on to your e-mail buddies so we can extend the circle of prayer. Thank you and God Bless all of you.
Lisa Rodriguez
To: Pecos Gab
Date: March 21,2003
From: DianeJ@ZiaNet.com
Hi everyone! I was wondering if anyone had any info about a 20 year reunion for the class of 83? It's hard to believe that it has been 20 years. If anyone knows any information about it please email me at
www.Dianej@Zianet.com
Thanks so much!
Diane ( Moss) Johnson
To: Pecos Gab
Date: March 19,2003
From: jimstrother@bigfoot.com
I'm Jim Strother ('67). Julie and I taught and coached in Pecos from ('71-'76).
Our daughter Jenni (who was born in '74) married in January. We're rather proud of our son-in-law, too. There are pictures for viewing, if you want to close the time warp a little. http://www.johnnyandjenni.com
Viewing requires a free registration process on the "View" link, but there's no need to buy. Just look until you're tired of it.
The wedding was at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church in Houston.
If you want some information on Johnny, check out http://www.johnnydrums.com. He's a good guy!
To: Pecos Gab
Date: March 17,2003
From: nymamaloca@yahoo.com
I love that the Pecos Enterprise is now on-line. I especially love Pecos Gab. Although I frequently speak with my grandmothers and aunt, Olga Armendariz, who still live in Pecos, it is nice to keep up with the development of Pecos - its business news, sports news, entertainment, etc. Although I have not lived there for 14 years, I am still very proud of Pecos.
My name is Chastidy Spinicci (formerly Armendariz). I am the granddaughter of Virginia Armendariz and Eugene Baeza, as well as the granddaughter of Angelita Carrasco and Leandro Orona. (My other aunt is county clerk, Diana Flores.)
My mother, Doris Armendariz, and I moved away when I was 17 years old. I am now married and living in Clifton Park, NY (a suburb of Albany, the capitol of New York State) with my husband, Chris and my two beautiful daughters, Halle Nikole (age 5) and Hanna Taylor (age 2). After 7 years in the legal profession working as a paralegal, I decided to stay home with my girls because I could not bear nor justify being away from them 55 hours a week and pay $1,300/mo for daycare (which, incidentally, is more than my mortgage payment).
I am attaching a link to the website created by my nephew. They are Thanksgiving 2002 pictures of all of us and Christmas Eve 2002 pictures of the girls. I am sending them so that I can share photos of my family with long-lost friends and family in Pecos. The link is as follows: http://www.webshots.com/user/goldavenger.
Thank you for your time in reading this e-mail. May God bless you all.
Sincerely,
Chastidy Spinicci, 6 Lexington Ct, Clifton Park, NY 12065 (518) 383-6516.
To: Pecos Gab
Date: March 17,2003
From: jimstrother@bigfoot.com
I'm trying to locate Joe McCormick, class of '67 or '68. Contact with his sister Merrie might be helpful in reaching Joe, too. I appreciate your help
To: Pecos Gab
Date: March 11,2003
From: JCordova@anpower.com
Is there anyone from class of '86 that reads Gab? if so please email me.
To: Pecos Gab
Date: March 5,2003
From: mrsarmy@earthlink.net
My name is Linda King (Armentrout) class of 1957. Would like to hear from anyone who might remember me or my sister Jane King.
I moved to Ohio in 1980, I am visiting Marquita (Bowers) Wanslow in Round Rock, Texas. I will be in San Angelo visiting one of my sons, Tom Bryan for the next two to three weeks and planning to try and contact Ray and Joan Ann Boulter while there.
To: Pecos Gab
Date: March 3,2003
From: bdean@classicnet.net
I am trying to locate Robert Cochran, of Albuquerque, N M anyone who has a phone # or email addy for him please let me know. thanks, Bob Dean, class of 58, I know I don't look that old but I am:>)
To: Pecos Gab
Date: February 28,2003
From: savv@hotmail.com
Just a quick note to say hello to old friends who read "Pecos Gab". I
have been searching for Jay McCormick for several years. If you know
Jay, or where he may be, please drop me a line. Andrew VanVickle
savv@hotmail.com
To: Pecos Gab
Date: February 11,2003
From: Mickey.Ford@rehab.state.tx.us
WHEN IS THE NEXT REUNION OF PECOS HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES. THE LAST WAS HELD IN DALLAS IN 2001. I UNDERSTOOD THAT THE NEXT WAS TO BE HELD IN 2003. ANY INFORMATION WILL BE APPRECIATED.
Respectfully,
Mickey K Ford
VRC, MS, CRC
Houston East End Field Office
mickey.ford@rehab.state.tx.us
To: Pecos Gab
Date: February 11,2003
From: jhessca@prodigy.net
Please contact Jeanne Erwin (Jackson) JeanneRoner@AOL.COM if you are a
missing class member. She would appreciate hearing from you. Thank You
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