July 9, 2007
Another Friend Has Left This World Too Soon
There’s nothing worse than learning about the death of a friend in the newspaper. It always devastates me to read that someone I knew has passed away.
A former co-worker and great pal of mine, Aaron, passed away last Thursday. He was only twenty-five years old, but I don’t know the cause of his death. When I saw the obituary in the newspaper, my stomach sank and I immediately felt like throwing up. Why did he have to leave this Earth before his time? I just can’t stand to think about it.
I met Aaron when I started working for Travel Guard in 2003. He was my team leader and first mentor in my new job. Aaron was kind, generous, friendly and eager to help anyone in need. There was never a frown on his face. Never.
In the 3 1/2 years I worked with him, he was always smiling, he always said hello to me and never failed to ask how I was or make a comment about Dawson and parenthood. The one thing that made Aaron such a great friend was his ability to truly listen to people. He always made me feel like what I was saying was important. His kindness will never be forgotten.
When I left the company last November, Aaron’s smile and good cheer were the things I missed the most.
Aaron has two young sons and his love for his boys cannot be measured. Photos of Conlin and Chase were tacked all over his cubicle and I remember him saying that time goes by so quickly and he wished his sons could stay little forever.
I have never met his wife, but I do know he loved her so very much. The way his face would light up when he spoke of her showed his undying affection. I cannot think about the grief she is suffering. It breaks my heart.
There are so many words rushing through my mind that I can’t seem to get out.
I’m going to miss Aaron so much…
He was one amazing person and I feel so lucky to have met him.
Those we love remain with us…
In the whisper of the wind, in a soft rain that falls from Heaven.
In each sunrise, In each sunset.
In every single star that lights the night sky, and in every single memory we hold within our hearts.
God be with you, Aaron.
Posted by Dana @ 8:47 AM • Gal (and Guy) Pals
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July 9th, 2007 at 10:11 AM, yoshi Says:
I’m so sorry.
July 9th, 2007 at 2:27 PM, Leslie Says:
Oh, Dana. I’m so sorry. I can’t imagine how much he will be missed.
July 9th, 2007 at 3:43 PM, Carla Stream Says:
I’m sorry, Dana.
July 9th, 2007 at 9:24 PM, wisconsin mommy Says:
What a beautiful tribute – I’m so sorry for your pain.
July 10th, 2007 at 7:44 AM, Cheryl Says:
I’m sorry, Dana. Thank you for sharing.
July 10th, 2007 at 8:39 AM, Fat Chick Says:
((Hugs)) You have my deepest sympathies.
July 11th, 2007 at 9:08 AM, Elizabeth Says:
Oh Dana, I’m so sorry. What a tragic loss.
July 11th, 2007 at 11:54 AM, jenn in holland Says:
Dana, so sorry for the loss.
It’s difficult to understand, this thing we call life, isn’t it?
July 11th, 2007 at 2:30 PM, Nadine Says:
I’m very sorry for your love. Your post is beautiful, what a nice way to honor him.
July 11th, 2007 at 2:31 PM, Nadine Says:
I have no idea why I just wrote love in stead of loss. But you know what I mean.
July 18th, 2007 at 10:30 AM, Mom101 Says:
I’m so sorry to hear this. I lost a friend recently – not a close one but a friend of the family. He’s my age. It sort of hits close to home which compounds all the other grief and emotions you’re feeling. Hang in there.