death

we lost a friend last night. our families have been friends for almost 25 years, and though i didn't see him much the last few years it was still a stunner. he'd had some serious health problems and passed away because of some complications durring a surgery. he never woke up, and they took him off life support last night.

it doesn't seem real, and my heart is so very heavy for his family. it's overwhelming to think about. the funeral i think will be huge because so many of us that grew up with him are still around and will want to be there.

he left a wife, parents, two brothers, a sister-in-law and extended family. he also left a very large group of friends that loved and respected him. he will be sorely missed.

please keep his wife and family in prayer.