Ah man...it's almost hit a year mark I don't want to even think about. It's really hard writing this to be honest. More than expected.

Where do I start? Fuck man, you are missed. I've wanted to call you multiple times during this pandemic just to chat about life, laugh, and talk football.

I'll never forget meeting you at Pike when we pledged and just thinking I need to be friends with this guy...he's huge! He can protect me from anything! I can't count the amount of times that was probably the opposite in a good way. We had fantastic stories, memories, and just good ol' laughs.

The time I almost flew out of the back of your truck bed, the night we almost got in a fight because you decided to say the wrong words to some individuals that were trying to entire a themed party, the night we decided to shoot more fireworks in one night than I think I've shot in my entire lifetime while slightly (ok really really) intoxicated...

You were my brother in arms. Someone I knew I could count on, lean on, and be vulnerable with zero judgement what so ever. Someone who embraced my weaknesses and balanced me out with your strengths.

I'll never forget tailgating at Lobos games (as evidenced in the picture, you made a fantastic O!) and going to the girls basketball games with little attendance and your loud ass (freakishly like Chewbacca) voice resonating through the arena to where players would look at us like you were a crazy person.

I'll never forget singing karaoke with Chris and you Miley Cyrus's Wrecking Ball.

I'll never forget the time you almost sliced your finger off when we were making beef jerky and you thought it was hilarious that I was about to vomit every time your finger bent awkwardly.

I'll never forget the long nights drinking Jack, playing cards, or just sitting and talking about life.

Lastly, I'll never forget the night you told me about Carolyn. I was and am still so proud of you for finding that person in your lifetime.

You are missed. Beyond words, my brother. I know you are looking out over Carolyn, your friends, and family. Thank you for looking over us. Hope you are resting in so much peace.