Marlena Mattfeld

I N   M E M O R I U M
Marlena Celeste Mattfeld
1996-2007
"I'm not really a royal princess... but I hope you enjoy spending time with me in this fairy-tale land!"

But our princess she was indeed and one we all adored!

Marlena died Monday August 13, 2007 from injuries received in a tragic accident the previous Friday while riding her skateboard.

A note from Marlena's family:
"Our deepest thanks to each and every one of our friends and family for your love and embraces. Your cards, gifts and dedication gestures have filled our hearts. We plan to celebrate Marlena's beautiful life in our future. For now, thank you for allowing us time to find peace and to reconnect with each other as we prepare for the unimaginable task of moving forward.
It comforts us to know that Marlena shared so many special moments with so many powerful people.
With all of our love,
Ken, Shelley and Perry"
Please continue to check  www.MarlenaMattfeld.com for updates. You may leave your personal remembrances in Marlena's GuestBook

The pictures below are from the 2005 HBPH production of  "The Golden Dream" in which Marlena portrayed a young princess.

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In memory of the children - the ones not with us long,
the ones who stole our hearts, but left us with a song.
They play now in our dreams. Their laughter lingers on.
We held them only moments and still feel them though they’re gone.
  Whisper the name, Marlena,
  our dancer on the wind,
  an angel in the heavens, borne high on golden wings.
  Whisper Marlena,
  then dry away your tears -
  for her smile shines down upon us, bright forever through the years.
It may be the same sun that rises every day,
but it shines upon a strange world when children go away.
A world without the children, the home they've left behind,
is brightened only by the star that glows within our mind.
  Whisper the name, Marlena,
  our dancer on the wind,
  an angel in the heavens, borne high on golden wings.
  Whisper Marlena,
  then dry away your tears -
  for her smile shines all around us, bright forever through the years.
Joe Syiek 8/2007
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Girl in skateboard accident dies

11-year-old Marlena Mattfeld of Long Beach died Monday morning from injuries she received after losing control of her skateboard and hitting a motor home in Menifee last week, authorities said.

Marlena Mattfeld, who was visiting her grandmother when the accident happened Friday morning, died just before 6 a.m. on August 13, 2007, said California Highway Patrol Officer Ron Thatcher.

About 10:45 a.m. Friday, Marlena Mattfeld was riding down a slight hill on Hanover Lane when she lost control of her skateboard in the intersection with Holland Road, according to the CHP.

At the same time, a 45-foot Excursion motor home was headed east on Holland Road, just south of the Mt. San Jacinto College Menifee campus.

The man driving the motor home had slowed to about 15 mph for a dip in the road and did not see the girl as she collided with the side of the vehicle, officers said.

Marlena Mattfeld, who may not have been wearing a helmet, was dragged about 20 feet before the man was able to stop and get out to see what had caused the noise he heard when she hit the side of his recreational vehicle, officers said.
RIP, Little Miss Marlena... wrote on Aug 14, 2007 10:06 AM:
" although I do not know this family personally, my heart goes out to all involved with this whole scenario. I know it has been a difficult one to imagine, let alone have to deal with firsthand. May you all be blessed & watched over at this time of need. "

trina wrote on Aug 14, 2007 4:21 PM:

" i live in the neighborhood this happened in and saw the ambulance take off with her. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. May God bless Marlena, her family and the man that accidentally hit her. You are all in our prayers.. "

Cassidy wrote on Aug 14, 2007 6:12 PM:

" I have known Marlena sence 4 grade she has alway been super super nice to me. I loved her like a sister and the last time I saw her was on a wonderful boat ride that her and her family went on and I was so thankful that she invited me I got to see her for the last time and I really loved her.And I hope God is with in heaven.I loved u Marlena!!!! August 14 2007 "

Cassidy wrote on Aug 14, 2007 6:14 PM:

" Marlena you are the Best and the nicest person i ever met! "

Cassidy wrote on Aug 14, 2007 6:18 PM:

" I loved Marlena.I loved her like a sister. The last time I saw her was when they invited me to a wonderful boat ride and we had alot of fun. When I knew she died i did not stop crying. But I hope she is in heaven with God. I LOVE YOU MARLENA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! "

Cassidy wrote on Aug 14, 2007 6:20 PM:

" I knew Marlena sence 4 grade and in my fifth grade year book she said I will miss you Cassidy and I will miss her to!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! "

The Montgomery-Harley Family wrote on Aug 14, 2007 8:36 PM:

" Ken, Shelley & Perry: We are sorry for your loss of a beautiful angel. You are in our hearts and prayers. Michael, Kayla and Myles will always remember their friend Marlena. Our family is here for you! With Sympathy Mykel, Denise, Michael, Kayla & Myles "
 

noelle wrote on Aug 14, 2007 10:55 PM:

" marlena was so beautiful. she was so smart and considerite to others. she was fun to be around and always made me smile. i will miss her so much and i love her very , very much. live in peace "

david a. wrote on Aug 15, 2007 12:19 AM:

" Shelly, Perry, and Ken, I don't know what to say, or how you are dealing with this. She was a beautiful, sweet girl and everyone I know thought the same. I always left her company after talking to her feeling impressed and warmed. Her brief stay was a gift to everyone she touched. I hope that peace finds you, though I am certain that sounds impossible now. My heart is with you. "
 

The McCoys wrote on Aug 15, 2007 9:07 AM:

" Please know you are in our prayers, our hearts are broken, but please have faith, and know that God has plans for all of us. Faith will help you heal. God Bless. "

DJ, Daniel, Kimberly & Frank wrote on Aug 15, 2007 9:34 AM:

" You are in our prayers, our hearts are just broken, but know that God had a plan for her, please have faith, this will help your heeling. We will pray for your strength throught this horrible time. God Bless. "

mindy wrote on Aug 15, 2007 9:45 AM:

" Shelly, Perry and Ken,I was saddened to hear of Marlena's passing. I will always remember the bright smile on her face that could light up a room. She was a very special little girl. My heart goes out to you and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. "

delaney W. wrote on Aug 15, 2007 9:59 AM:

" I haven't nown Marlena verry long, I met her last yaer in fifth grade ( we were in the same class). She was friends with a lot of people and was always voulenteering to help teachers. I first heard she died yesterday and I still can't beleive it. The thing i rember the most about her was that she was always smiling. "

The Halkyard Family wrote on Aug 15, 2007 11:40 AM:

" Ken, Shelly, Perry..we are so sorry to hear about Marlena's passing. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Please, throughout these trying times remember God has a plan and a purpose for all His children. He is a loving God and Marlena couldn't be in a better place than in His presence. All our love. "

The Horsager Family wrote on Aug 15, 2007 12:17 PM:

" Ken, Shelly & Perry...We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Marlena will always hold a special place in our hearts. "

Hamilton and Kim wrote on Aug 15, 2007 12:40 PM:

" Ken,Shelly,&Perry...Marlena is gone and our hearts go out to you. We grieve with all of you. Ignore putting blame if you can. We will be in touch. Much love to you. "

Carola, Tanner, and Mattie wrote on Aug 15, 2007 1:13 PM:

" Shelly, Perry, and Ken . . . We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Marlena was a great kid and will always have a place in our hearts. "

THE HALL FAMILY wrote on Aug 15, 2007 1:19 PM:

" KEN,SHELLY,AND PERRY WE ARE SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR LITTLE GIRL OUR HEARTS GO OUT TO YOU. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHT AND PRAYERS. WITH SYMPATHY. "

Brittany B. wrote on Aug 15, 2007 3:22 PM:

" Shelly, Ken and Perry. I am so sorry for you're loss. You are all in my deapest thoughts and prayers. Look to God and he will guide you through times of mourning and pain. Marlena...was "the one that i adore" and she will be deaply missed. To Perry; never fall away from the relationship you have with your mother and father. Allow them to give you strength even as you grow in years to come. Parents are God in the eyes of a child. My deapest sympathy for all of you. Please keep in touch. Marlena; we love you sweetheart. "

The Crain Family wrote on Aug 15, 2007 3:27 PM:

" Ken, Shelley and Perry....Marlena was a gift to us all. Thank you for sharing her with us. She will always have a special place in our hearts and our memories. "

Brittany B. wrote on Aug 15, 2007 3:34 PM:

" Shelly, Ken and Perry. I am so sorry for you're loss. You are all in my deepest thoughts and prayers. Look to God and he will guide you through times of mourning and pain. Marlena...was "the one that i adore" and she will be deaply missed. To Perry; never fall away from the relationship you have with your mother and father. Allow them to give you strength even as you grow in years to come. Parents are God in the eyes of a child. My deapest sympathy for all of you. Please keep in touch. Marlena; we love you sweetheart. "

The Walker Family wrote on Aug 15, 2007 6:01 PM:

" You have our deepest sympathies. We are so very sorry to hear of this awful tragedy. Our hearts go out to each of you. God Bless "

Steve & Chris wrote on Aug 16, 2007 8:38 AM:

" Shelly, Ken, and Perry, How sad we are to hear of your loss. We met Marlena exactly a year ago in Hawaii and are so blessed to have shared that sweet time with Shelly, Perry, and beautiful Marlena. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.....Please keep your eyes on the Lord Jesus Christ. He will see you through this most difficult time and only He can give you a peace that goes beyond understanding. "

The Shaw Family wrote on Aug 16, 2007 11:14 AM:

" Shelly,Ken and Perry our hearts can only imagine the pain of your loss, May God comfort and keep you close to him, he can carry you through. We are deeply sorry and will keep you all in our prayers. "

Ricardo wrote on Aug 16, 2007 4:46 PM:

" Marlena, your life was clearly too short. I will miss you very,very much. I am so glad to have bought homeade lemonade at your stand. Special Halloween treats, cookies, pizza and pool time at the Baker's. Hopefully Papa said a hello from me a couple of weeks back when I called. I will visit with you in heaven. We can go run around with Lad. Shelley, Perry and Ken, my heart goes out to your family. "

Kate and Jaci wrote on Aug 16, 2007 4:57 PM:

" Jaci and I or so very saddened by this accident. We have beautiful memories of the three of you in Hawaii last year. Marlena's sweet nature was so wonderful to be around. We feel blessed to have known and played with her. Our love and prayers to you three. May you all find strength to get through this time. Love, Kate "

Kate and Jaci wrote on Aug 16, 2007 5:00 PM:

" Jaci and I or so very saddened by this accident. We have beautiful memories of the three of you in Hawaii last year. Marlena's sweet nature was so wonderful to be around. We feel blessed to have known and played with her. Our love and prayers to you three. May you all find strength to get through this time. Love, Kate and Jaci "

Friend wrote on Aug 17, 2007 7:30 AM:

" I can't imagine how hard this is! So very sorry to hear! I know many prayers are going out to your family. It's so sad what happened. Prayers also to the driver and his family that are obviously dealing with this tragedy! "

The Carneys wrote on Aug 17, 2007 7:56 AM:

" Shelley, Ken and Perry-Remembering Marlena will be easy,she was such a special joy each moment we spent with her.We will always cherish our wonderful memories together in Hawaii.Niko will forever remember his best little buddy. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort. Love and Prayers- Jann, Niko and Noelle "

Calina wrote on Aug 17, 2007 11:10 AM:

" I live down the street from where the accident happened. I am a mother of 3 and cant imagine the pain you all must be feeling. I have shed many tears for you all. My thoughts and prayers are will you daily. Please believe that faith will bring you peace to get through this difficult time. Love Calina "

Jennifer C. wrote on Aug 17, 2007 2:06 PM:

" I did not know Marlena personally but know her Aunt Nancy. I am so sorry for this great saddness. I will pray for your family and that you will eventually find peace. "

The Carters wrote on Aug 17, 2007 6:20 PM:

" Shelly, Perry, Ken. Our lives are graced by the light of Marlena and will forever hold her brightness. Sandra, Dean, Declan and Logan "

the Loves wrote on Aug 18, 2007 12:39 AM:

" Perry, Shelley and Ken, Your Marlena touched our hearts and we will not forget her. You are all in our prayers and you know where to finds us, anytime, for anything we can do. "

Steve, Terri, Michael and Mikaila wrote on Aug 18, 2007 10:11 AM:

" Words canott even express the saddness and heartache we feel for you. Know that we are always here for you and your family. May God draw you all closer together than you can ever imagine and may Marlena's memory always shine and bring incredible joy to your lives. We love you all very much. "

Linda and Richard wrote on Aug 19, 2007 11:30 AM:

" Our hearts ache, but cannot find words to comfort you after the profoundly sad and tragic loss of your delightful daughter Marlena, dear Shelly and Ken, and of your wonderful sister, Marlena, dear Perry. Our memories of her, playing and laughing with Perry,Rachel, and Sophia, at summer concerts, bring tears, but also, strangely, smiles. We love you all, and embrace you. "

Jean Family wrote on Aug 20, 2007 12:06 AM:

" Although we do not know you well, (our son Alex was in a play with Perry a few years ago). Our hearts ache for you and your family. You are in our thoughts and in our prayers. May God comfort you and guide you through this difficult journey. "

Biscocho wrote on Aug 21, 2007 9:53 PM:

" I know in my heart that no matter what, Marlena will surely be missed. Her smile could make another million light up the sun. I will miss her, as will thee rest of the world that knew Marlena Mattfield. Perry, my heart goes out to you and your family, becuase I know that my sisters were very good friends of Marlena's. Our prayers of our family and our church are with you. "

Raquel,Robert,Nathan ,Logan and Benjamin wrote on Aug 23, 2007 12:29 PM:

" Shelly,Ken & Perry, Our hearts go out to all of you. We are in shock from the unthinkable news of Marlena. Know that you are surrounded by love and strenghth from all who know you. Love, Raquel, Robert,Nathan, Logan and Benjamin "