Matthew Ballesteros, age 17

Lost to gun violence on May 13, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona.

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  • Nickname:
    4 matty
  • Number of children:
    4 1 on the way
  • Personality:
    4 kind
    3 smart
    4 funny
    3 outgoing
    4 sweet
    4 protective
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  • Comments:
    1 ill always miss you, theres not a day that goes by when i dont think about you.
    1 you were so funny i still remember you i hope your rest in peace now.

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