R.I.P. Channel Matt

Posted by: gboutdoors

R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 01:36 PM

I just received a devastating phone call from Matt Scheoll's former mother-in-law. Matt was found dead in his home last night. He had a diagnosed weak heart, but cause of death has not been determined by medical examiner's office until autopsy. Everyone in Sally's family is devastated (daughter) and Matt's parents are ?Flying? in.
Funeral arrangement specifics will be forthcoming.
Very sorry to be the bearer of this news.
I personally beleive Matt is being cradeled in comfort by his creator. Rest in peace Channel Matt.
Posted by: Pistol

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 01:40 PM

w0w SHOCKING sad news! it's hard to even process! God bless you Matt.
Posted by: CWood Man

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 01:40 PM

Oh my god!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is horrible! Rest easy Matt, you won't be forgotten!
Posted by: Jimbo

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 01:49 PM

Wow, truly horrible news.
Posted by: wallydawg

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 01:52 PM

Tragic news!!! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Posted by: Capt. Alewife

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 01:55 PM

oh man!! this is terrible news.. will shure miss his river reports.
Life is short get out and fish folks..

my prayers are with Matt's Family..
Posted by: chester

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 01:58 PM

Sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Posted by: Andrew

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 01:59 PM

Thats horrible news, just got the call from Blaine...RIP Matt, we will definitly miss ya at the Riverside Catfish Tourny this year!
Posted by: Rob_O

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:00 PM

Very sad news....

My prayers are with Matt's family and friends.
Posted by: PDona

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:02 PM

MATT ! I can't believe the news. A CTF brother has fallen. Prayers to you and your family..
Posted by: tracker980

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:03 PM

Wow... very sad to hear this. RIP Matt.. were certainly going to miss you around here.
Posted by: Jon S.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:03 PM

Oh man what a tragedy. Rest in peace Matt.
Posted by: trout tracker

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:07 PM

Damn! Why is it so many good people are taken from us before their time? Rest in peace Matt and prayers to the family.
Posted by: MermaidCT

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:11 PM

Rest in peace, Matt, and may you be held in the hand of God with all the angels surrounding you. Peace be with your family and loved ones.
Kim
Posted by: chris med

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:13 PM

thanks for the call Andy,.......Go BRUINS.......Rest easy pal'
Posted by: SoundsFishy

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:16 PM

Now you all know why I bought the new engine.....

May you rest in peace Matt....
Posted by: Mitch P.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:24 PM



R.I.P. Matt.
Posted by: Tall 1

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:29 PM

Oh My God! This is devastating news!I'm floored......

RIP Catfish King.
Posted by: Crazy Ivan

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:42 PM

Way to young! Rest in Peace Matt!

My condolences to his family.
Posted by: TCASS

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:44 PM

This is terrible news! Rest in Peace Matt...
Posted by: Buck

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:47 PM

What terrible news, far too young for anything like this. My condolences to the family.
Posted by: Bass addict

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:49 PM

RIP, this is awful news.
Posted by: ChunkDunker

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 02:59 PM

Sad news, thoughts & prayers to his family. RIP

CD
Posted by: Kierran

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 03:00 PM

What?! Wow, that is horrible news and hard to believe. A sad time on CTF for sure.
Posted by: Rubberdaddy

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 03:03 PM

Tragic.. RIP Matt
Posted by: MikeG

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 03:12 PM

WTF !!!


Poor Matt just could not catch a break the last few years.


He is it at peace now.
Posted by: nfish

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 03:17 PM

Channel Matt had one of the biggest hearts of all.
Way to early, R. I. P. Matt
Posted by: Riptide

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 03:20 PM

Horribly sad news..
Posted by: Jack

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 03:22 PM

Im devasted. Floored. Speechless. How can this happen? I just heard from him a couple days ago about how he was getting his tow hitch fit to his new vehicle. And how excited he was to see the Bruins in the Stanley Cup finals.

As you all know Matt and I became good friends a few years ago and started catfishing together consistantly. He showed me everything he knew about catfishing. We had many great nights on the river shooting the #*&!. One of the most mild mannered firends that I have ever had. I don't think I have ever seen him get mad or upset. I considered him one of my good friends. This guy would do anything for you. He helped me move not once but twice. The string of bad luck he has in the last year or so has been devasting.

This is a sad day. I just don't understand. Why, Why.....
Posted by: RayZCT

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 03:31 PM

Condolences to his family and friends.
Posted by: Barn1

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 03:32 PM

Unbelievable. I was just about to give him a call and invite him up for a trip to Champ to somewhat repay him for the tread mill he gave me (free of charge). I agree it's a sad day. Matt was a great guy.
Posted by: gboutdoors

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 03:45 PM

After talking with Mitch P. we are going to take up a collection from CTF members for Matt's family (or their choice of charity, whatever they want it for basically) here at CT Outfitters. I'll find out from Sandy or her mom in a few days what type of fund it should go to (education, etc?).
And just to make it really easy for everyone, I'll accept credit card donations, even by phone if you want to, just call and we'll sort it out. We'll make the donation check "from his friends at CTFisherman.com". Feedback welcome, so gimmie a call if you have thoughts or ideas. -gb
Posted by: MOONSHINER

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 03:45 PM

SO SORRY to hear this R I P Matt You willbe Missed
Posted by: O-BASS

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 03:47 PM

oh God, no. this just isnt right. man my day is over. what a great guy on this website, and really a friendly person from the times we met. terrible news, and ill have him and his family in my prayers.

O'
Posted by: Avid

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 03:55 PM

I only met Matt once at a Piktoberfest, where he came up and introduced himself to me.

He was a very nice guy, and I loved reading his posts about the big CT River Cats. We will miss you!

R.I.P. Matt
Posted by: CWood Man

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 03:55 PM

I will give a contribution. Thanks Gary!!!!! I knew Matt but not like Jack and those guys. I am truely sad and feel horrible! Rest in peace.
Posted by: O-BASS

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 04:02 PM

Originally Posted By: gboutdoors
After talking with Mitch P. we are going to take up a collection from CTF members for Matt's family (or their choice of charity, whatever they want it for basically) here at CT Outfitters. I'll find out from Sandy or her mom in a few days what type of fund it should go to (education, etc?).
And just to make it really easy for everyone, I'll accept credit card donations, even by phone if you want to, just call and we'll sort it out. We'll make the donation check "from his friends at CTFisherman.com". Feedback welcome, so gimmie a call if you have thoughts or ideas. -gb


well done and great idea gary, im in.

O'
Posted by: Pistol

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 04:20 PM

I still can't imagine that Matt isn't here anymore? He was a super nice guy... I never got to fish with him, but mt him several times ~
he was a gentle giant for sure... Just seems too weird
Posted by: Kevin85

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 04:24 PM

Very, very sad.....RIP
Posted by: thevinman

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 04:26 PM

Terrible news...RIP Matt.
Posted by: richard4878

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 04:27 PM

RIP Matt, I can never thank you enough for the encouragement you sent to me after my little brothers passing. Go Bruins!
Posted by: CTAngler481

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 04:29 PM

Wow this is some sad stuff! Matts had some tough times in recent years. My hearts goes out to his family, so sorry to hear this. This ones for you Matt, always enjoyed talking about southern rock tunes!

Posted by: tbob55

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 04:30 PM

Just awful news for sure...always made sure to read his posts....hang in there Jack.....RIP Matt.
Posted by: danny k

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 04:34 PM

This is just terrible and devastating news. My prayers go out to his family.
Posted by: Mycept

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 04:36 PM

Nothing much to say that wasn't already said. I was actually coming here right now to add to the hockey banter in the Bruins thread which matt was a regular in. Only met him a few times and he was a great guy.

My heart goes out to all of his friends and family.
Posted by: Wilderness_dave

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 04:40 PM

RIP Matt, prayers for his family.
Posted by: gilly42

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 04:50 PM

Very Sad. RIP
Posted by: Lloydslures

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 04:51 PM

god bless! and you won't be forgotten!
Posted by: JSmith

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 04:55 PM

Wow, terrible news. RIP Matt. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Posted by: StarkC69

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 05:06 PM

Awful news....RIP Matt. Never met you, but wish I did.
Posted by: rjgolden

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 05:13 PM

Rip matt. My prayers go out to his family.
Posted by: Finn

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 05:23 PM

Awful news.... just too young. Our prayers to his family and friends.
Posted by: JoshB

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 05:25 PM

Rest in peace Matt. You were always a very pleasant person to talk to, and when you walked through the doors at the shop it was like a little break from working to have a nice conversation, you will be missed by all!!!
Posted by: OHMYGOD

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 05:29 PM

Holy Mother of God!

This is just awful.

God bless his family and friends, man we are going to miss you Matt.

My thoughts and Prayers go out to everyone who has been touched
by this Gentle Giant of a Man.

I'm proud to have called him my friend.

R.I.P. Matt, may you pull in your PB Channel cat forever and ever.
Posted by: Jack

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 05:30 PM

Just some background. He was one of the biggest Bruins fan that I know of. He would Tivo the games when we were out on the river and watch them when he got home. Besides his daughter and ofcourse fishing the Bruins were a big part of his life. To find this news out today, the day the Bruins are playing game one of the finals is just too ironic to me. They haven't been in the finals since 1972 and he was too young to remember that. I hope they have versus up there, if they do I know he'll be watching. Im sorry to make light of the situation but in this horrible time I just needed to write something about his life and one of his passions. RIP Matt.
Posted by: striperboy

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 05:32 PM

Damn frown

rest in peace matt!
Posted by: zzzzzzzzzzz

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 05:33 PM

God speed my friend...
Posted by: Louie-Louie

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 05:35 PM

How terrible. Such a nice guy. My prayers are with him and his family.
Posted by: junkie

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 05:39 PM

Shocked ,my condolences to his family.
Posted by: Sweetchuck

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 05:41 PM

RIP Channel Matt
Posted by: Tony Mel

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 05:53 PM

RPI. Condolences to family and friends.
Posted by: Joe.G

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:05 PM

My god.. Very tragic.. I just left a funeral clicked on CTF and read this.. RIP brother... Go Bruins
Posted by: Tackleman

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:11 PM

Whoa, just got it from a couple days on the boat. This is very sad. Man what a waste.
Posted by: Bart O

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:13 PM

Very sad. Condolences to the family.
Posted by: Chris G.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:14 PM

Wow,...very sad news indeed.
Posted by: LegalFish

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:15 PM

RIP..I enjoyed your river posts.

Alfonzo
Posted by: Kbova

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:15 PM

my condolences to his family
Posted by: ChrisG

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:18 PM

Terrible news, RIP Matt. Condolences to his family and friends.
Posted by: Michael-SW CT

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:25 PM

What a surprise! So sad and devastating. I'll miss his CTR catfish reports. God rest his sole.
Posted by: Murph

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:25 PM

Very sad to hear.

My sympathy goes out to all friends and family.
Posted by: JROCK

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:33 PM

My heart goes out to his family. I will miss our discussions on the bruins for sure.
Posted by: Jack

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:34 PM

My stepson just found out the horrible news. He has had the pleasure to do a couple catfishing trips with the King Cat as he called him. Matt made it a point to take my stepson out and get him on his biggest catfish. I'll have alot of memories with the "squatch" as he referred to himself.

Here is a quote from Brian
"I don't get it either it's unfair he was a good friend these things shouldn't be able to just happen"
Posted by: The Real Iceman

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:36 PM

Oh My God, I just spoke to him Saturday to set up a man cave party for the cup....I can't believe it!! RIP my friend!!! We will never forget you.
Posted by: RickCee

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:41 PM

Rest in Peace Matt.
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Posted by: hsb

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:41 PM

Im floored. Matt was one of the nicest guys you could ever meet.
I was just thinking of him today, that I hadnt talked to him in a couple weeks and had offered to help him with his trailer hitch when he got it in.

RIP Brotha
Posted by: Mitch P.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:42 PM

Here's an article a local website did on Matt in 2009:

http://www.moodogpress.com/2009/07/monster-catfish/
Posted by: chris med

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:43 PM

yeah no kidding.....been thinkin about him all day as well........We'll leave an empty seat at the next hockey game ,....... frown
Posted by: wo show

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:44 PM

Sad, very sad. Prayers sent to family and friends.
Posted by: Greg S.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:47 PM

Speechless..R I P my friend.
Posted by: Brother Brian

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:48 PM

That's terrible news. His family will be in my prayers.
Posted by: wo show

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:53 PM

Sad, very sad. Prayers sent to family and friends.
Posted by: Firefighter Skippy

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:53 PM

Didn't know the man but condolences to his family and friends.
Posted by: Mitch P.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 06:53 PM

The Real Iceman isn't near a computer and called, as he wanted a pic from one of their CTF Hockey Nights added in here.



More here:
http://www.ctfisherman.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/topics/1276297/1.html
Posted by: Flowbase

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:02 PM

Never met him but enjoyed reading his posts. Thoughts are out to his family. Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things in life.
Posted by: SaxMatt

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:09 PM

Wow, I can't believe this. Matt was way too young. What a great guy and fisherman...he will be remembered.
Posted by: hsb

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:12 PM

I would like to suggest that we either add or change the annual CTF Cat tourney to include Matt's name in some way to honor him and his love for the whiskered fish.
Posted by: Paul D.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:13 PM

R.I.P. Matt .

Wish I had gotten a chance to fish w/ him like we had talked about numerous times. He was a kind person and will be missed around here. frown
Posted by: StarkC69

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:16 PM

Originally Posted By: hsb
I would like to suggest that we either add or change the annual CTF Cat tourney to include Matt's name in some way to honor him and his love for the whiskered fish.


Great suggestion Kevin...I second the idea.
Posted by: Frank

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:17 PM

Horrible news. RIP Matt
Posted by: Mark16

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:20 PM

Rest in Peace, Matt
Posted by: Capt. Karl

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:25 PM

RIP. You will be missed.
Posted by: Daddy Pickle

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:27 PM

this isn't a report i wanted to see. RIP buddy,
Posted by: lobsterman

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:30 PM

i never meet matt but anyone who fishes is like a brother to me and you will be very missed matt.fish on
Posted by: Keyman

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:31 PM

I am so sorry to hear this.

I don't think I met Matt in person, maybe once last year possibly, but I don't need to know him personally to know this is a tragedy and my thoughts go out to all his family and friends as they deal with Matt's passing.
Posted by: KeyWest Glenn

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:41 PM

Holy sh!t! I just got a call from Iceman Bob. It blew me away. I've become pretty good friends with the Big Guy over the last few years, helping mow his lawn when his mower was down and when he was down. We fished together several times on both his boat and mine and had a blast every time! He will be missed tremendously!!!
Still having a hard time processing this terrible news.
Rest in Peace my friend!
Posted by: jonh

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:45 PM

Very sad news indeed. I never got the opportunity to fish with Matt, but enjoyed reading about his fishing adventures. RIP
Posted by: Jack

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:48 PM

Glenn, I was wondering if you knew or not but I wasn't sure I had your number. You were a good friend to him. He told me about all the things you helped him out with.
Posted by: COBRA BAIT

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:51 PM

wow thats hard to hear. RIP Matt! i know i will see you in the river everytime i see a catfish!
Posted by: Falcon

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 07:58 PM

WOW I was floored when I saw the home page. Never knew the man but seemed like a great human being from all the posts he made in the past. Way too young. My condolances to his family.
Posted by: X-Rated

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 08:10 PM

RIP Matt. Thoughts are with his family
Posted by: Romey

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 08:13 PM

RIP Matt... you will be dearly missed. Gonna miss those reports on the river!
Posted by: DEN

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 08:16 PM

Just Heartbreaking!!! Rest in Peace Brother....
Posted by: LargeFry

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 08:22 PM

Wow, I really didn't want to believe the news.

RIP buddy, catfishing will never be the same.
Posted by: Reelized

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 08:25 PM

Rest in peace,my prayers are with his family.
Posted by: Fish Finder

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 08:29 PM

My condolences to the family. I enjoyed reading his river posts.
Posted by: Gary P

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 08:40 PM

Although we never met, we shared some PM's on off season schooling of the cats on the river that he had a passion for and I just thought of them as the fish to get me through the winter, now I will look at them differently. RIP Matt
Posted by: Anonymous

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 08:42 PM

Rest in peace Matt. My condolences go out to the family. I still have Pm's from him on helpful advise for CTR catfish. RIP you will be missed dearly !!!!!
Posted by: Bill S

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 09:00 PM

Rest in peace Matt. To young... I hope the fishing is good up there, and the Bruins win.
Posted by: kevinb

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 09:12 PM

Horrible news. My thoughts and prayers go out to Matt's family.
Posted by: RichZ

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 09:18 PM

Horrible news. Very saddened by this.
Posted by: Tmack9200

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 09:20 PM

RIP Matt, just terrible news, life is just to short and unfair sometimes.... I still have that bar I got from you and will make sure it shows up to the next CTF event, where we will toast ya....
Posted by: hornhunter

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 09:21 PM

Very sad news!My heart and prayers go out to your family Matt.
God Bless Your Soul
Posted by: Len

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 09:22 PM

WOW, my condolences to his family and friends RIP Matt. Going to miss the posts. Life is just to short never take things for granted.
Posted by: KeyWest Glenn

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 09:23 PM

Originally Posted By: Mitch P.


R.I.P. Matt.

This is a great pic of who Matt was & what will be remembered!
I'll have to see if I have any to share.
Posted by: TommyTrebble

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 09:34 PM

Very sad news. My condolences to Matt's family.
Posted by: KeyWest Glenn

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 09:44 PM

Originally Posted By: chris med
yeah no kidding.....been thinkin about him all day as well........We'll leave an empty seat at the next hockey game ,....... frown

Still getting through this thread with tears in my eyes. I don't know how many of you knew him well but some of your responses are right-on!
We'll have to toast in memory of this huge (no pun intended) Bruins fan at the next hockey night! beerchug
Posted by: hsb

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 09:49 PM

Thats how he would have wanted to be remembered.
Posted by: mbrowne

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 09:49 PM

Horrible news. Rest In Peace.
Posted by: Barcrosser

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 10:04 PM

Sorry to hear about this sad news. Thoughts and prayers to Matts family.RIP
Posted by: crazylunker

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 10:32 PM

Matt was a great guy, I met him a few years back when I did some a/c work for him. He was a very generous caring person who had it rough the past few years. I hope his passing was as painless as possible.

Defintely way too young, He will be missed for sure.
Posted by: Scott D

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 10:35 PM

RIP Matt.
Posted by: jimfish

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 10:44 PM

Rest In Peace Matt
Posted by: KeyWest Glenn

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 10:48 PM

Hello all,
This is key west glenn's wife Michelle...
I had the pleasure of meeting Matt a couple years ago - What a beautiful soul!
We went fishing together- for catfish naturally and had one fabulous time!
He would call our house as we got to know him to talk to Glenn, but not before me and him had a "quick", "short-winded" half hour conversation...which always made me laugh! I feel lucky and blessed to have met him, laughed with him and learned from
him. The world lost a good man that's for sure.
Rip my friend
Michelle
Posted by: bigtoad

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 10:53 PM

This is very saddening news and like many others here, will miss his posts and all he gave to CTF.

God speed Matt.
Posted by: Booty

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 10:59 PM

May You rest in Peace AMEN
Posted by: natedog

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 11:08 PM

A real loss for CTFisherman ...
Posted by: Bruiser360

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 11:23 PM

RIP Matt. You will be missed.

Please post details about donations when they become available.
Posted by: hookemdude

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 11:25 PM

So sorry to hear about this. My condolences to his family.
Posted by: Misqi

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 11:31 PM

Stunned, RIP Matt. You will be truely missed.
Posted by: nfish

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 11:43 PM

Posted by: Zolts

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 11:47 PM

Very Very sad...very sorry to his family
Posted by: Zolts

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 11:48 PM

Very Very sad...very sorry to his family
Posted by: Trooper_Bri

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/01/11 11:53 PM

Found out late this morning. I'm still floored.

One of the nicest guys I've met on CTF. Matt was supposed to come over my house this past Monday so I could wire up his Kia for trailer lights, but called to back out due to the weather and having his daughter that day. Wish he hadn't...

Sally called me about an hour ago concerning a Katrina Fund? I was almost home and had a lousy connection on my cell. I think she was looking for another Brian. If anyone knows anything about this, please get hold of me. 860-543-4778. I also asked Sally to please call me if she didn't mind to keep the CTF family updated.

Miss you already bud!
Posted by: karate kid

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 12:07 AM

RIP Matt. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Posted by: Joe Grenus

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 12:12 AM

You'll be greatly missed Matt. Always loved your reports.You are in our prayers.God rest your soul.
Posted by: MarkC

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 12:20 AM

Never met him, however very sad news. God bless his family and daughter especially.
Posted by: Climber

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 12:22 AM

Matt from the little time we spoke while you were going through your divorce. You seemed to one hell of a guy. Matt I'm sure your in a better place now than all of us and the catfish in Heaven better look out there is a new fisherman in town.

Rest Easy Matt......
Posted by: Shenton

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 12:40 AM

Very sad. Rest in peace and may your lines always be tight. God Bless.

Shenton
Posted by: DEVIL DOG

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 12:51 AM

RIP Matt
Posted by: Mikeyinstfd

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 01:00 AM

Tragic news. Very sorry and will keep him and his family in my prayers
Posted by: SteveY

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 01:06 AM

Just signed in...this is insane, what upsetting news. Prayers and condolences to his family. RIP Matt.
Posted by: Smallmouth

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 01:14 AM

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Posted by: KeyWest Glenn

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 01:57 AM

I've tried to contact his ex wife to let her know that I/we would be here to help. Please let me know if anyone hears from his family!
Posted by: Amy

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 01:59 AM

Originally Posted By: PDona
MATT ! I can't believe the news. A CTF brother has fallen. Prayers to you and your family..
Thanks for the text today Paul.

I am just heartbroken for everyone that has previously been blessed to have Matt in their life.
I can't say enough good things about him. Definitely a gentle soul. Many great memories of Matt, it just seems surreal.
Matt loved taking people out fishing and sharing what he knew. It made him happy to hook people up with fish.
I remember one night when we were fishing together...Rob and I were fishing on one side of the boat and Matt on the other, both casting ahead and not far apart from another. Would you know, Matt caught the bigger fish EVERY time...we joked and laughed and ran thru stupid scenerios of how the same set ups could have such different results. My scent, his secret catfish potion...many great memories we all will forever miss! (the great thing about Matt, he felt bad that he was catching larger fish and offered to switch sides, that was who Matt was!)
It was always a good time with Matt...roll with the punches type of guy, sweet, mellow and funny!

He was also very appreciative of the smallest things that many of you have contributed to his life...whether it was moving, mowing, workin' on the boat, taking him fishing when his foot was bad, fixing his AC, hangin' in the "man cave" or just by being a friend, he loved all of you!

My last conversation with Matt was 10/31 @ 10:05 a.m. via facebook chat. I was getting together with friends for my birthday, Matt was thinking of joining us. I askled if he was coming and he let me know that he was watching Katrina (his daughter) and he planned to do some boat/trailer repairs in the afternoon and couldn't attend, but would like to see us soon! He oddly logged off without me replying back.
I don't know the rest of the story, but he will be dearly missed by all of us!

May you forever rest in peace Matt!



"Heading out for some night-time catfishing on my boat.
Disclaimer: The woman pictured is not my wife, and her husband took this photograph."

(this was Matt's respectful humor and a what you would call a true friend)

We will all miss our fallen CTF brother!
Posted by: swampyankee

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 02:28 AM

Very sad. my prayers are with his family, thanks for all the great posts.
Posted by: mrmooch1

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 02:30 AM

Kind of amazing how the passing of a brother on this site could hit us all in such a way--whether you ever met him or not. I never met Matt, but feel a connection to him through the posts he's written, as I do so many on this site. Truly an amazing thing. RIP Matt-- I'll be pulling for your Bruins over the next week.
Posted by: W.C. Tipper

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 02:31 AM

RIP Matt
Posted by: KillTaker

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 02:33 AM

Growing up down South, I loved to catfish. I always wanted to get together with Matt to do so, but just never made it happen. This is just beyond sad. Just makes you realize that you can;t put sh!+ off. He will be missed.
Posted by: MarkO

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 02:38 AM

I just logged in to see this, very sad. May the Lord have mercy on his gentle soul. Goodbye Matt.
Posted by: PeteW

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 03:00 AM

My prayers are with his family through this tough time, RIP Matt.
Posted by: mytquinn88

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 03:49 AM

Condolences and much sympathy to Matt's family and friends..... Always enjoyed his posts, such sad news, so young.... Life is so uncertain, friends - make the most of it.
Posted by: CTBowhuntingTREV

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 04:49 AM

Channel matt RIP I'm gunna miss talking to u all the time when u came into the shop. He was an awesome guy with a big heart lots of story's and an amazing fisherman catfish god. My thoughts and prayers to the family.... Can't wait to fish with u in heaven
Posted by: bassman47

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 05:10 AM

RIP Matt , way to young !!
Posted by: DUSKY17'

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 08:12 AM

Very sad news. Never met Matt but I have seen him on the river. Will miss his posts. Thought about this all afternoon driving home along the river. Its amazing how this board makes you feel so close to people you may never meet face to face. Rest in Peace Matt.
Posted by: John from Madison CT

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 09:50 AM

Godspeed to you Matt.
Posted by: swwind

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 09:57 AM

Horrible news, way to young !

Fair winds Matt - RIP
Posted by: air leak

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 10:23 AM

Horrible news. My condolences to his family.
Posted by: double header

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 10:32 AM

Please send our prayers to his family. Maybe someone could copy this entire post as a tribute to him and send it to his family
Posted by: killer

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 10:41 AM

Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Very sad way to young to have it happen.
Posted by: elcapitanmas

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 11:13 AM

I am still having a hard time processing this, he was an incredible guy and will be missed!
Posted by: Mark S.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 11:20 AM

Sad news, too young. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Posted by: mattmann7

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 11:30 AM

I cant believe Im reading this thread. Only know Matt through CTF. Weve had a half dozen Pm conversations. Not always about good times. My fiancees best friend is a reale estate agent. When Matt was needing to buy his house I hooked them up. Every time I see her she asks how Matts doing. I usually answer that one of these days Im going to stop in to meet him in person. I was happy for him when the Bruins made it to the finals last week. For some one I never met I dont know if I ever hoped for anyone to make it through the last few years more than I hoped he would. Im glad you guys(Cmed, Tmack, Iceman,Glenn etc..) were there for him. In the words of one of his favorite Southern bands Marshall Tucker "Ride in peace my friend, ride in peace, for now all your troubles have finally come to an end, even though we miss you so, thats the one thing that makes us go, is to know well ride in peace again my friend".
Posted by: BACfan

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 11:36 AM

God needed another Angel.......My thoughts and prayers for the family.
Posted by: bunkerrman

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 11:46 AM

May God Bless You Brother. My prayers and heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
Posted by: Eric the Red

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 12:13 PM

Prayers to his family and rest in peace.
Posted by: Fishnct123

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 12:27 PM

Saddened by this news. R.I.P.
Posted by: FishingFinancialAdvisor

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 01:08 PM

Life is short my friends, Rest in peace Matt. Prayers being sent to Matt's family, so very sorry to hear of this news.
Posted by: JerryinCt

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 01:13 PM

This was so very sad reading. I never met Matt. I did enjoy his posts and from what I see he was a very special man. Life threw him a few curveballs but with the help of his friends he seemed to always go on. I absolutely hate the bruins but I am going to root for them in Matt's honor. Rest in peace. God must have needed a catfish guide and he got one of the best.
Posted by: Zach S.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 02:04 PM

shocking and so sad to hear - my condelences... rest in peace Matt
Posted by: FarmerJay

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 02:06 PM

I just signed on and read the terrible news. RIP Matt. My thoughts and Prayers also go out to his friends and family.
Posted by: jimmy

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 02:21 PM

rest in peace
Posted by: The Real Iceman

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 05:00 PM

Some more shots of the Big guy!




Posted by: The Real Iceman

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 05:15 PM

One more I know he liked....I am really going to Miss the Bruin....Ranger Banter Back ond forth....always and everytime in fun.

Posted by: Dsouth

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 05:37 PM

My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Posted by: Wayne d

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 07:47 PM


Rest in Peace Matt.

Our Bruins are going to bring the cup home for you.
Posted by: tommy

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 08:28 PM

Really tough when they are taken so young. RIP.
Posted by: mike perch

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 08:52 PM

this is horrible . you will be missed neighbor. i cant believe i was talking to you that morning and all seemed fine. now whos gonna wake me up at midnight to tell me how the bruins won and made the finals and try and convince me they dont suck? or sit around and b.s. about fishing or whatever. again you will be missed by many. my dog even liked you and shes a stuckup little bitch that dont like anybody, but she always tries to stop when we walk by your place at night looking for the guy who would throw that tennis ball for an hour. i may root for the b's just this one time.
Posted by: Don D

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/02/11 10:10 PM

Oh my, that is too bad. Way to young. R.I.P. I hope you are in a place where all the cat fish are keepers. God Bless Matt and his family.
Posted by: Reno

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/03/11 01:06 PM

My thoughts and Prayers also go out to his friends and family. RIP Matt!
Posted by: Waterboy

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/03/11 02:07 PM

R.I.P. God Bless You
Posted by: OldSchool

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/03/11 03:15 PM

Just saw this, very sad news and I will miss his River Reports.

I've had a few friends pass on suddenly so we never know when our name will be called.

I will keep his family in prayer and hope they find solace in the only one who can give it in times like these, the one who conquered death by His resurection.
Posted by: joe sabas the fishin magician

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/03/11 03:51 PM

Just Shocking!!! RIP, Brother,RIP.
Posted by: BRShuntfish

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/03/11 04:09 PM

RIP Matt. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family
Posted by: Amy

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/03/11 05:10 PM

Originally Posted By: Trooper_Bri
Found out late this morning. I'm still floored.

One of the nicest guys I've met on CTF. Matt was supposed to come over my house this past Monday so I could wire up his Kia for trailer lights, but called to back out due to the weather and having his daughter that day. Wish he hadn't...

Sally called me about an hour ago concerning a Katrina Fund? I was almost home and had a lousy connection on my cell. I think she was looking for another Brian. If anyone knows anything about this, please get hold of me. 860-543-4778. I also asked Sally to please call me if she didn't mind to keep the CTF family updated.

Miss you already bud!


FYI, Spoke to Sally last night...

Both Sally and Katrina are going through a very difficult time right now. Katrina has not accepted this yet and hoping it is not real. Sally is remembering Matt, her fairytale prince from years ago when she felt they had it all prior to divorce. Sad.

So far, no apparent cause of death. Further tests being done.

Matt's family is now thinking of cremation and "Celebration of Life" when his parents can return from FL in July.

Paul and I are working on coordinating a Titt's Island memorial fishing event. Date to be determined, will post on another thread when we work out the details.

Amy
Posted by: willywonka56

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/03/11 06:48 PM

Very sad news..R.I.P. Go Bruins!
Posted by: JLMOS

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/04/11 12:28 AM

Oh my GOD.
R.I.P. Matt
Life is like they say way too short.

John.
Posted by: Don J

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/04/11 01:21 AM

Didn't know you, but RIP
Posted by: thatstodd2

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/04/11 05:28 PM

Such awful news,
RIP
Posted by: DonDee

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/05/11 12:04 AM

So sorry to hear about this...very obvious from reading 7 pages of posts he was was a heck of a guy. RIP Matt..
Posted by: Mudbug

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/05/11 01:13 PM

I always enjoyed reading Matt's Cats post. I've PM him many times in the past about how to catch the cats and he always replied with helpful hints. Had the privilege to carp fish with Matt a couple times at Wethersfield Cove. Great guy, very easy going from just the few times our paths crossed. Way to young. RIP Matt.
Posted by: frankaren

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/05/11 02:40 PM

Didnt know you but really feel for your family. R.I.P
Posted by: Tmac

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/05/11 03:48 PM

RIP matt.
Posted by: ***Coach Paul***

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/05/11 06:53 PM

Thanks for taking me fishing Matt, RIP buddy
Posted by: waynesworld

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/05/11 09:14 PM

Way too young,Very sad news..R.I.P.
Posted by: bunkersnag

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/05/11 11:48 PM

Didn't know you on a personal level but feel like i did. CTF fishing brother, Bruins fan, great American, read your reports for years. R.I.P and may the lord be with you and your family........
Posted by: Dustin

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/06/11 12:39 AM

god bless you matt rip never new you but wish i did!!!
Posted by: CAPT. HOOP

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/06/11 02:25 AM

Damn! Way too young. What happened?

He made a great impression on all of us on CTF. He has been an important part of this site and is a good example of what this site is about. Big loss for all of us. R.I.P. Buddy!
Posted by: Amy

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/06/11 11:42 AM

This one's for you Matt, MCT in September like you wanted!

2 week Poll, please select date for Channel Matt Memorial...

http://www.ctfisherman.com/ubbthreads/ub...tml#Post1323284
Posted by: Mat_Machado

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/06/11 03:56 PM

God bless you brother, and to your family as well.
Posted by: John_Kaz

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/07/11 06:43 PM

very sad news. RIP Matt
Posted by: double trouble

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/08/11 11:19 AM

SOOOOOO sorry to here this !!! Rest in peace Matt.
Posted by: Dukdog

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/08/11 05:20 PM

I didn't know Matt but I just wish he was still alive to see how many friends he had on here. He may have been young but his goodness seems to have touched many of your lives. Your memories of him are quite a tribute to the man.
Posted by: The_Netman

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/08/11 07:34 PM

So sorry to hear... R.I.P

Matt was a great man, I loved fishing for cats with him!!!
Posted by: JohnS

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/09/11 09:33 AM

I have been away on vacation and was anticipating going into the sports section to see the banter in the Bruins thread. I never met him, but he had some good insight on Bruins hockey that I will miss. Can't believe that I'm even typing this. Seemed like such the gentleman, I regret not meeting him.
Very sad, hope your resting in peace up there big guy.
Rest in peace CTF'er.
Posted by: BubbaKeg

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/09/11 11:47 PM

Man...I'm late to the game here. Never fished with Matt but spoke to him several times and he genuinely seemed to be a great guy....the type of guy you'd be honored to wet the lines with.

I know Matt's in a better place, as hard as it is for his family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with all who have been touched by him.
Posted by: Rick Accused

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/12/11 04:27 PM

Oh my God. I am so sorry to hear this. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family. I didn't even know him well but this is still a terrible loss.
Posted by: Kierran

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/15/11 06:46 PM

I hope the Bruins win it for Matt tonight. You know he's watching somewhere. RIP & tight lines.
Posted by: StarkC69

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/16/11 02:08 AM

Matt...the Bruins won this one for you...Now you can really RIP.
Posted by: Tmack9200

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/16/11 02:10 AM

Hope you got to see that from where ever you might be!!!!
Posted by: mrmooch1

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/16/11 02:15 AM

They did it. Congrats Matt.
Posted by: The Real Iceman

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/16/11 02:19 AM

Kissing that cup Buddy! Wishing you were here, but know you are!
Posted by: bigtoad

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/16/11 02:43 AM

ditto. I thought about Matt all 7 games and glad the Bruins made him proud. RIP Matt.
Posted by: Greg S.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/16/11 09:15 AM

I watched a cheered them on for Matt...
Posted by: mattmann7

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/16/11 10:11 AM

Bittersweet. Went to sleep happy woke up sad. Wish you could of seen the series Matt. Some of the best hockey Ive seen.
Posted by: bbed10

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/16/11 12:40 PM

Here is a link to his obituary that ran yesterday

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/hartfordcourant/obituary.aspx?n=matthew-schoell&pid=151949711
Posted by: MOONSHINER

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/16/11 12:53 PM

Matt said win with Bling I would say the CUP should cover that
Posted by: wallydawg

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/16/11 01:05 PM

They finally did it Matt !! RIP
Posted by: KeyWest Glenn

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/16/11 11:23 PM

Originally Posted By: bbed10

Thanks for sharing this.
Posted by: Blaine

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/09/11 12:35 PM

Damn! Outstanding video, great job by all involved...
Posted by: Blaine

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/09/11 12:37 PM

There one minute, gone the next... Where'd the video go, Mitch???
Posted by: Amy

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/09/11 01:27 PM

Thanks to all that participated in this awesome CTF video tribute to Matt! Michael did a great job editing it together.

You can read article and see video here:

http://durham.patch.com/articles/local-fisherman-remember-catfish-legend-video

Please feel free to post comments on Patch website in honor of Matt!






Posted by: Mitch P.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/09/11 01:39 PM

Amy, nice job getting everyone together for this.

The article you worked on and the video came out great!

Article:
http://durham.patch.com/articles/local-fisherman-remember-catfish-legend-video



Posted by: Tall 1

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/09/11 01:56 PM

That video is outstanding and is a great tribute to our friend.

I still think about Matt everyday... he was taken from us way too soon.

Until we meet again,fish on big guy!!
Posted by: elcapitanmas

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/09/11 02:13 PM

a great video tribute and I'm honored to have been a part of it. Taken too soon for sure and truely missed. In our thoughts forever!
Posted by: Terry

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/09/11 02:25 PM

Excellent job on the video.

Thanks for everything, Matt.
Posted by: Rubberdaddy

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/09/11 06:37 PM

That's a great video that highlights Matt's outstanding character. Such a sad event....RIP Matt
Posted by: Paul D.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/09/11 08:30 PM

It is a privilege to have known Matt, he will surly be missed. Vid came out great, nice turn out at his Memorial today.
Posted by: John from Madison CT

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/09/11 11:32 PM

Very touching video. A fantastic job.
Posted by: Joe Grenus

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/09/11 11:52 PM

Great job on the video. RIP Matt.
Posted by: MOONSHINER

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/10/11 05:42 PM

Great job everyone I thought it was VERY TOUCHING
Posted by: PDona

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/10/11 11:54 PM

Wow did Michael from PATCH did a great job. What a memorable evening. RIP Matt.
Posted by: Tmack9200

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/11/11 11:08 AM

Very nice video.... I'm using Matts bar all the time and think of him every time I crack open a cold one at it..
Posted by: bbed10

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/11/11 11:36 AM

Wow....Great video of such big part of his life! Well done. RIP Matt
Posted by: O-BASS

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/11/11 11:41 AM

spectacular video. misty eyed watching it.
Posted by: Bill S

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/12/11 01:36 AM

That was a real nice tribute to Matt. good job on it Guys.
Posted by: Climber

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/13/11 12:26 AM

Very nice. What a nice memory for his family to have.
Posted by: CTBowhuntingTREV

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 07/15/11 03:31 PM

That movie is absolutley amazing im lost for words.... He always brightened my day when he came into the bait shop to get eels for a catfish trip..only the good die young
Posted by: E-man

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 08/02/11 03:00 PM

I have been off sight a little while due too personal problems and am just finding out. Very sad. R.I.P. Matt.
Posted by: Mitch P.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 09/19/11 08:14 PM

Here are some "behind-the-scenes" pics from the video shoot.












Posted by: TimP

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/02/11 02:52 PM

Great night of fishing 2nd place 7. 67 lbs . 1st 7.9 congats paul. I got 7 total, David got 5, - all 3 to 7 lb range . Great time and food. Pics to come . david in his trash bag gear .



Posted by: KeyWest Glenn

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/02/11 04:02 PM

The cider was awesome !
Posted by: Barn1

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/02/11 07:18 PM

Good thing he didn't suffocate! Nice cats!
Posted by: Amy

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/02/11 07:22 PM

Ash Ceremony that kicked off the event, notice "M" at approximately 1:28...



Will be working on updating post with pics from Haddam Island Memorial Monster Cat event.


Posted by: Amy

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/02/11 09:48 PM

Due to flooding, the event was moved to Haddam Island.
We all packed to the max, grabbed everything from a generator to wood, decor, rocks, garbage can, grill, etc and met up at Haddam Meadows...

















It ended up being a fairly nice day and allowed us to get set up without the rain...





Sally helped AJ, Paul and I set up the CTF banner...



Katrina helped to twist up the wicks for the tiki torches that were made from Matt's empty Busch cans...





Even though the event was moved to Haddam Island, (an island within close sight of Haddam Meadows-where another one of his most favorite events is held-PIKETOBERFEST!) Matt was so proud that CTF'ers contributed to the re-naming of Titt's Island in Windsor to "Catfish Island".
We just had to make a sign for him...




Matt's Catfish swag...



6:00 came quick and we kicked off the event with the Ash Ceremony-notice the "M" that formed from the ashes in the water...



Lines were put out from shore as we prepared food...



Twice baked cheddar bacon potatoes...



Paul and I, making his large mouth bass fillets and my onion rings...









Judy's steak chilli was a hit...


Everything was just yummidy!

Of course, at every event there always seems to be a mis-hap!
Glenn got a nice new knife from Andrew's shop, flipped it open and dropped the tip straight down into his foot, missing his tendon by not even a hair!
We grabbed some napkins and wadded them up making a pressure bandage secured with duct tape just until I could make our own butterfly's to pull the laceration together...




This reminds me of one of Matt's mis-hap's at our house...



Glenn's foot impalement was fixed up with paper tape from a first aid kit and super glue from a tackle box to create a homemade butterfly to pull it together, then we bandaged it back up...









The injury was awesome, we got to play peek-a-boo with his tendon while irrigating it with water to gross some people out! biggrin He was very lucky that he didn't nick or sever a tendon

It was looking good today after his curious wifey Michelle took a peek under the bandage, here's the pic Glenn sent me...



As for fishing...
AJ got a jump on the rest of us. He and Paul got to the island to do some major clean up before the rest of us arrived and was all set up with lines in the water from the moment we arrived...




Every fish caught was for Matt this weekend, look at that smile...



And he continued to chase his line throughout the night as we heard it periodically zipping out...



You didn't have to venture off the island for a cat tonight, the island seemed to produce the best fishing.
Paul with his 7.9 lb cat...








And David...









(Did I run out of space, LOL??? Must be a limit per post-see next post)

More to come, currently editing more pics in...
Posted by: JohnS

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/02/11 10:05 PM

awesome video of the spreading of ashes!!!!! bow2 bowdown
Posted by: KeyWest Glenn

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/02/11 10:10 PM

Great post Amy!!!
The video is awesome! Michelle cried & my eyes welled up a little bit too. Matt is and will forever be missed!!
Posted by: Tmack9200

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/02/11 11:13 PM

Great tribute everyone, I enjoyed many of a beers on Matts Bar at my house this year, Thinking of adding it to the Floatilla at Piketoberfest so everyone can enoy a beer on it....
Posted by: Amy

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/03/11 01:59 AM

Originally Posted By: Amy
Did I run out of space, LOL??? Must be a limit per post-Continued on THIS post

1st went to Paul with his 7.90lb...



2nd went to TimP with a 7.67lb...



3rd went to DaveyDave with a 7.61lb...

Nothing caught over the 7lb range-Matt is still the Cat king!

Now that trophies were handed out, time for breakfast...



Glenn was the Breakfast Meistro!!! bowdown











Many mentioned how good TimP's cider was. I was hesitant when I took a sip, expecting it to be strong! It was actually very smooth without the bite. I can now understand why they were saying it can sneak up on you...a jug is being saved for Piketoberfest!



Random pictures...

AJ warming his buns... biggrin



Rob looks awesome carrying my pink bag or as Matt would say "Rob's Barbie bag"... stirthepot



Wonder what these guys were thinking... laugh



Boys with their toys...



eek2





ROB!!!... eek2


"Hun, RELAX-it's just a jug of water"... laugh



After hearing about his numerous wounds and traumas, a first aid kit definitely seems to be some kind of toy for Glenn. The only thing, Glenn seems to have outgrown this kit!!!...




Yes dear, it's fine...really, I'm ok...I know, you had a feeling I was going to get hurt-love you too... kiss grin


Matt must have been messing with my camera settings in these pics...







Definitely in this one, with DaveyDave holding his fish...




Packing up and heading home...







Only thing is, Paul must not have wanted to go home because he ran out of gas! stirthepot





And had to be rescued...



Then we continued packing...





And were on our way again...











A really nice time on Haddam Island reflecting on our good times with Matt! We all said at one time or another we wished that he was there with us and all agreed he would have loved hanging out and goofing around!

He was dearly missed at this event!




Posted by: OHMYGOD

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/03/11 11:06 AM

Glad all went well, even with the knife mishap!!!
Great pictures and great fishing, Matt would have been proud. beerchug
Posted by: chris med

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/03/11 12:05 PM

simply FANTASTIC ALL............applause So sorry I couldn't make it......
Posted by: Tall 1

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/03/11 12:07 PM

Very nice outing with great pictures. Thanks for sharing them. Matt was smiling looking down on you.
Posted by: PDona

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/03/11 02:22 PM

Wow ! Great pictures, everyone ! I am so glad we pulled this off, and for those who couldn't make it, you missed THE best memory CTF will ever bring .

From cleaning up the camp spot, to running out of gas with a boat load of stuff,( You guys said you wouldn't tell anyone !! banghead party2 ) I had an awesome time ! ! I didn't take very many pictures do to using my wife's big clunky camera.

Thank you Amy for doing pretty much all of the planning to make this happen !! Thank you Sally, and Katelyn for coming out for this, I had some teary moments for sure. Great seeing you guys again, wish you could have stayed a little longer.

Quick overview
Excellent food !! chili, pasta salad, nachos/salsa, Portuguese rolls, egg,cheese,sausage sandwiches in the am, KEURIG D&D hit the spot , music the whole time, ER Medical treatment on the island, what else ? How about all of us in the video drinking BUSCH bought by Matt ? (Get the chill down the back of your neck ? bowdown )


LARGEFRY and I checked out the Haddam island about 9 am, due to TITT'S island being flooded ( Amy and Rob checked it out Friday, and Rob and John checked it out Saturday bow2)
After deciding to move it, about 2 hours later, after packing stuff up, and catching some bait, I took a BIG load to the island, and came back for AJ. We then took the 2nd big load. Before we set up, AJ HAD to set up a rod !!

LARGEFRY with one of 2 cats he caught ,before it all started ,right from our camp area..



We cleaned up probably 80? lbs of bottles, cans, and garbage that was in fire pit, and surrounding areas, and texted some others to bring more rocks .. bow2 Thank you amy and Glen


Rob, and John making a run to the island




I believe all of the 1,2,3rd place fish were caught within 100 yards of the island ? I caught 2 small ones just north, and probably 6-8 or so right from the island, including 1st place. We really had some great luck there catfish I think the consensus is chunk eel=magic bait, not the Sebile swimmer . biggrin

Lots of pictures of loaded boats. Here is Rob and Amy's on the last trip back to the launch





Cider ! Wow ! Will it last till PIKETOBERFEST ? I mean, will it turn to vinegar by then ? That stuff is freakin awesome ! !
Nice to meet you Tim and Dave ! Tim,You guys took off before getting your 2nd place mug must have been the downpours at the end. We'll get it to you, sometime. I think Amy has it ?

Nice meeting new CTFers and sharing moments with other CTF friends made from CTF.
Congrats to Daveydave for 3rd place, we now have a connection for Portuguese sausage, and rolls ! !
Thank you Glen for cooking those breakfast sandwiches in the am THAT hit the spot..

I am proud to sport my 1ST place mug in memory of Matt. I only got to fish with him for a few hours, but spent plenty of time with him to remember this day.
Posted by: DaveyDave

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/03/11 02:23 PM

All i gotta say is that it was a GREAT TIME!!!This CTF event was outright amazing Great Peeps Great Food and Some Good fishing in the mix...i had never had the pleasure of meeting Matt but i had read his posts and always enjoyed them...Matt had some True friends and i got the chance to hang with them and by the end of it all even i missed him...Must say it was truely my Peasure meeting and hangin with all u guys on the island



Tim's hard cider should come with a warning label ....its is oh so smooth and after a half cup i started warming up from the inside out....be forwarned thats stuff will whoop ur arsse!!!
Posted by: Barn1

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/03/11 03:46 PM

Great job all! I wasn't physically there, but I was there in spirit!
Posted by: The Real Iceman

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/03/11 05:09 PM

Matt would be proud that you all did this for him. I'm going to miss the hockey banter this year. But I think about him when ever I see those Bruins! I should have told you no sharp objects around Glenn. Ouch!!!!
Posted by: KeyWest Glenn

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/03/11 09:53 PM

Absolutely awesome time!! Nice meeting Tim & David as well as John. You guys are hardcore, spending ALL night fishing in the boat! I was wearing airforce issue Gor-tex and still chilly while trying to catch some Z's by the fire!
Congrats to our winners! I'm amazed at how many fish were caught in the shallow, structure-lacking water right off the island. eek2 Davey even got one in about 4 feet of water almost under my boat while it was tied to the "beach"!
Thanks to everyone for their contributions to make this event happen! Everyone did their share but I salute Amy for making all the phone calls, posts, pm's etc.!!! bowdown
I'm looking forward to Pike-fest, and possibly Blackfish Bash!!!
Posted by: Trooper_Bri

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/04/11 12:24 AM

Ya'll are crazy! wink2 Where were some of you a few years ago in the MCT prime years? The tequila pistol does help explain the knife wound large enough to be pornographic. (Tequilabot wants to know if you can buy those guns locally)

Glad to see you guys get this off the ground and keep the MCT alive. Thanks for the offers Paul and Amy to get on the island. Hopefully we can get Kapt back into his own event next year.

Posted by: Mitch P.

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/04/11 01:18 AM

What a great way to remember Matt.

Homepage:

http://www.ctfisherman.com/
Posted by: MarkO

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/04/11 02:34 AM

Great job everyone!
Posted by: TimP

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 10/04/11 08:10 AM

the cider will be fine keep it cool ,or check bottle to for pressure build up if not chilled . David and i had a blast, not sleeping a wink. all fish caught in 4-to 8 f.o.w. ,tried the channel 17' and nothing, eel is the money. We both want to come to piketoberfest,as long as the wife is willing to part with me ,while open water fishing is still non frozen I will be in touch . Thanks Matt and everyone . If i go on the 13th i will bring more ''hooch''.
Posted by: Bruiser360

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 10/04/11 08:48 AM

Nice job guys. Looks like it was a great event.
Posted by: Tackleman

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 10/04/11 01:04 PM

Over the top in every way... congrats everyone involved that was a very nice heartfelt outing in Matt's memory.

Thanks for all the pics and video.
Posted by: Greg S.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 10/04/11 08:42 PM

RIP brother..You are missed. Great job everyone
Posted by: Louie-Louie

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 10/04/11 09:41 PM

That was a very nice service. RIP friend.
Posted by: whaler150dan

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 10/05/11 03:29 PM

Wow! I'm going to put something like that in my will (instructions). But first I am going to have to start trying to make more friends. It takes really good friends and family to pull something like that off. Nice job all.

R.I.P. Matt.
Posted by: mrmooch1

Re: Channel Matt Memorial MCT Results & Photos - 10/08/11 02:21 AM

Great video-- Shinedown's version of Simple Man is excellent and is perfect for the occasion -- exactly what I would hope for -- good friends, beer, fishing (my passion)-- RIP Matt. Goosebumps watching that. God Bless!
Posted by: Mitch P.

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/11/12 02:13 PM

A little over a year ago since Matt passed away. R.I.P.



Posted by: Pistol

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/11/12 02:43 PM

I think of him often, still have his cell phone number in my phone...
Posted by: Blaine

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/11/12 03:22 PM

I drive by his house every day on my way to and from the shop. Still have his pic above my desk... Miss the man!
Posted by: KeyWest Glenn

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/11/12 06:05 PM

I took his daughter & ex-wife for a cruise on the river back on May 26.
They wanted to remember the little trips that he used to take them on & go by a few of his old catfish holes. I remembered a hand full of them and at our last stop we poured a Busche Light into the river. They are still very grateful for all that the CTF family did.
Posted by: OHMYGOD

Re: R.I.P. Channel Matt - 06/11/12 06:14 PM

I to think of him often, I still have his last pm to me, I can't delete it.
And GreenGloBob, I miss him too, I still have all his pics he sent me of him and his wife, and some of his dirty joke emails.

Two of the nicest people I have met and was proud to call them my friends.

R.I.P. Matt and Bob, I'm toasting you now with a bud lite lime. beerchug