Loss of a friend

[Nidan Melbourne]

So a few days ago, a friend of mine unfortunately passed away due to Cancer in his Spine which was diagnosed in 2022. 

He was a young 31 Years Old at the time of passing (1993 - 2024), and we knew each other in High School (2005 - 2010). He was what I learnt recently was an active Martial Artist from our time in school. 

It was a shock to hear, but he was also surprisingly reserved at the same time as he was incredibly kind and caring. 

[sensei8]

So sorry to read about the passing of your friend. During this time, I want to offer my sincere condolences and prayers to you and your friends' family during this difficult time.

[Patrick]

Sorry for your loss, Liam. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[KarateKen]

Sorry to hear this.  Life (and death) can be very cruel.  It is sad when good people die so young.  

[bushido_man96]

Sorry for you loss, Liam. 

[Nidan Melbourne]

Spoke to his family earlier today by chance to see how they're going; and they aren't doing all the great. 

But his funeral is on Friday; which I'm planning on attending. 

[Zaine]

I'm sorry for you loss. May his memory continue to be a blessing.

[Wado Heretic]

My condolences. 

[Nidan Melbourne]

Just to wrap things up with this post. 

I attended his funeral and was very well attended by members of our Old School Community and our Year Level. In addition to members of his University Alumni and Work Colleagues. 

Our old school offered the family the use of the chapel, but since it was unfortunately undersized for the number of attendees, they provided the sports gymnasium (2 basketball courts), which was full to the brim with people, including some staff members who had involvement with our year level during our school years (2005-2010). 

I was asked to give a speech on behalf of the school community. I brought up that yes it is a sad time, as we lost someone too soon but it is also just as important to celebrate the life that he lived and that we should remember that. As the family has already gone through that period of mourning, so a celebration should occur. 

Which got me thinking about the people I've lost over the years, but also the music that I want people to remember me by and how they would celebrate my life.