Archive for June, 2008

Hey! Military Guys

matt June 16th, 2008

For all the guys who took photos of Matt, please email them to Military@mattroloff.com so I can post them on the site.

Thank you and a special request

Kaitlin June 13th, 2008

Hi friends,

We have been absolutely overwhelmed by the condolences and kind letters we’ve received since Mike’s sudden passing.  Your support has been incredible and much needed as we adjust to days in the office without our friend and coworker.  We’re in the process of gathering your messages to give to Mike’s family.  I know they will be as touched as we have been.  Thank you.

Also, Matt has been traveling over the past week on a very exciting trip that you will hear more about in the months to come.  We know many of you who have spent time with Matt this week have pictures you would like to share with us.  If any military personnel have pictures with Matt from this past week, please send them to photoswithmatt@gmail.com.  We will be using these pictures to honor our military and the work they are doing at home and abroad.

Thanks again, and have a great weekend, everyone!

Devasting News to the Roloff Family

matt June 5th, 2008

Friends,
 
Yesterday afternoon, as I finished up the summer newsletter and set it to be sent out this morning, I had no idea I would be announcing such tragic news several hours later.
 
It is with the deepest sadness and devastation that we must inform our friends and fans of the passing of our extended family member, Mike Detjen.
 
For the past eight years Mike has been a business partner, brother, coach, friend, and confidant.  He was truly like an uncle to our kids.    
 
It was with complete and sudden surprise last evening when Mike was rushed to the hospital from his soccer club board meeting.  At the time, it was believed he was having a heart attack.
 
Amy and all our kids rushed to the hospital to be by his side.   Coherent and alert, Mike was rushed into emergency surgery for a torn aorta.
 
An aortic dissection is very serious, but the prognosis was that they would be able to repair the rupture in the 5+ hour operation.
 
Unfortunately, Mike did not make it through the procedure. 
 
Mike passed with many loved ones and friends that cared deeply for him.  We especially extend our condolences to Mike’s family.   Our kids are all devastated and beside themselves with grief.  We will miss Mike dearly as a friend and loved one.
 
We celebrate Mike’s life as one of compassion and service to those he cared about.  He was the driving force behind the area soccer club.  He dedicated countless hours and his personal resources to his love of soccer and the local kids that enjoyed it.  Mike not only taught my kids to play but how to love the game and practice good sportsmanship as well.
 
Mike was a deeply faithful man, and though we mourn his loss, we take solace in the knowledge that he has gone to his heavenly home.
 
Condolences may be sent to kaitlin@mattroloff.com.  We will be gathering the responses to give to Mike’s sons, Tim and Jason Detjen.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the organization Mike was the most passionate about, the Hillsboro Soccer Club.
 
Hillsboro Soccer Club
2074 NW Alocleck Dr., Suite 415
Hillsboro, OR 97124
 
We are in the process of setting up a donation fund through PayPal.  You should be able to give online through our website in the next couple of days.

Thank you for sharing our grief and sorrow in this time of earthly heartache.
 
Sincerely,
Matt, Amy, Zach, Jeremy, Molly, and Jacob

Lost LPBW Episodes Tonight, June 2nd!

Kaitlin June 2nd, 2008

Little People, Big World: Lost Episodes
The Boys of Summer

Along with their friends, twins Zach and Jeremy keep getting distracted as they struggle to complete their Swamp Fort - the project ultimately leads to an all-out paintball attack on the fort.Meanwhile, Matt installs an athletic court on the farm.

Little People, Big World: Lost Episodes
My Life as a Dog

Although he’s often wimpy, needy and smelly, the Roloffs’ bull mastiff dog Rocky is a much-loved member of the family. The Roloffs in turn each share special moments with Rocky - and they all rally together with concern when he’s injured.

Talk it up with other fans here.