My brother passed way

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My brother passed away today at 6:15 PM. He suffered a massive heart attack exactly one week ago. I had just brought him in as a full partner in my business within the past months, he was in the printing business and he was to be our full-time in-house printer for all of our ventures.

Because of his faith and the fact that he Trusted in Christ Alone, we know that he had received the Gift of Eternal Salvation so we know, beyond a doubt, that he has Eternal Life.

He was 43 years old, and he was my best friend.
  • Profile picture of the author Patrician
    I am so sorry for you and your family. He was so young.

    You will always have him in your heart and you will see him again someday.
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  • Profile picture of the author KimW
    Very sorry for your loss also.
    Its hard to lose a family member and especially when they are also your best friend.
    My family's thoughts go out to you.
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    • Profile picture of the author Bill Farnham
      Steven,

      I am very saddened to hear this news. You have my deepest condolances.

      May your brother rest in peace and his memory live on in your heart.
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  • Profile picture of the author jacktackett
    Sorry for your loss Steven, our thoughts and prayers are with him, you and your family. If there's anything we can do just let us know.
    respectfully,
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  • Profile picture of the author HeySal
    I am sorry to hear this, Steven.

    You will see him again - he will be patient.

    My condolences to you and your family.
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  • Profile picture of the author bravo75
    Very sorry to hear this.
    My condolences to you and your family from me also.
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    • Profile picture of the author eshera
      So sorry to hear of your loss...so young, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
      Take care!
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    • Profile picture of the author sarina2010
      Sorry for your loss. I'm glad to know that he received Jesus Christ in his life before he died. I'll pray for your family. May God give your family comfort and strength in this difficult time. My condolences to your family.
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    Very sorry to hear about your loss, he sounds like a fantastic person and he is in my prayers.
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  • Sorry for your loss, Steven. My condolences to you and family.
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  • Profile picture of the author garyv
    I'll say an extra prayer tonight for you and your family. Losing someone at such a young age is a huge blow. But at least it was softened some for you - knowing that his salvation had already been secured. My condolences.
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    • Profile picture of the author MerlynSanchez
      Please accept my condolences. You and your family are in my prayers.

      With sympathy,
      Merlyn
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  • Profile picture of the author Roaddog
    My sincere condolences for your loss

    I am going to read this at my friend's funeral Wed.
    He was a brother to me....

    I hope it is reassuring to you...


    Do not stand at my grave and weep
    I am not there. I do not sleep.
    I am a thousand winds that blow.
    I am the diamond glints on snow.
    I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
    I am the gentle autumn rain.
    When you awaken in the morning's hush
    I am the swift uplifting rush
    Of quiet birds in circled flight.
    I am the soft stars that shine at night.
    Do not stand at my grave and cry;
    I am not there, I did not die.
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  • Profile picture of the author John Durham
    My God Steven, your post sunk deep. I am sorry to learn of your loss. My brother is also my best friend, I couldnt imagine getting that news, even though one day, one of us undoubtedly will, just as you have unfortunately.

    But the next thought would be that in this life, I was honored to be closer to him than a brother, and I was his best friend too. Maybe that thought can comfort you that of all the people in this life he loved you most, and called you his best friend, what an honor.

    If he (my brother) had nothing else, I know I made sure that in this life, he had a good best friend who was closer than a brother, and like you I would go on and dream his dream with honor and carry on his will until we meet again.

    I hope somewhere in these thoughts you can find some comfort. May your best friend rest in peace, and may you also find find peace in that.
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  • Profile picture of the author almedajohnson
    Ah this is really sad to hear about. I am really sorry dear.. He is too young.. I have no words to ....
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  • Profile picture of the author MikeAmbrosio
    Way too young...

    I am very sorry for your loss. We'll light a candle for him.

    Mike
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  • Profile picture of the author smear
    Sorry for you ,, it is cruel fact that all have to passed away this world. So if you have loss your friend and brother then take care of his family and hope you will get a new good friend.
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  • Profile picture of the author lcombs
    You have my deepest sympathy, Steven.
    I lost my sister just last week so your post truly strikes deep.

    I did find Roaddog's words comforting. They reflect my sister's thoughts and feelings,
    and, I imagine your brother's as well.

    God-speed my friend.
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    • Profile picture of the author jimbo13
      That's bad news Steven, sorry to hear that, and also for you Icombs.

      Another poem if I may. (Change gender for you Icombs)

      He is gone

      You can shed tears that he is gone
      Or you can smile because he has lived

      You can close your eyes and pray that he will come back
      Or you can open your eyes and see all that he has left

      Your heart can be empty because you can't see him
      Or you can be full of the love that you shared

      You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday
      Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday

      You can remember him and only that he is gone
      Or you can cherish his memory and let it live on

      You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back
      Or you can do what he would want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on.

      Dan

      PS: David Harkins is the author
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  • Profile picture of the author thunderbird
    My condolences. That is sad. 43 is so young. Must be wonderful to have such great relationship with a brother. Something to cherish.
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  • Profile picture of the author freeman84
    sad to hear that in the community... u have my condolences...
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    • Profile picture of the author Steven Wagenheim
      My deepest condolences
      Sorry for your loss
      You have my sympathies

      They're all just words. And at times like these, words just don't cut it. There's
      a hole somewhere inside of us where this person used to be. It never gets filled.
      We hope that, with time, it closes at least just a little.

      So I won't leave you with empty words. I'll just leave you with this.

      I pray, for your sake, that that hole gets filled at least a little bit as time
      passes and that to always remember that we need to go on because
      somewhere, somebody out there is depending on us.

      It's what gets me through each day.
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  • Profile picture of the author Steven Carl Kelly
    When he was born he had a hole in his heart. At age 6, he underwent open heart surgery to correct the condition. Now it is I who have a hole in his heart...
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    • Profile picture of the author High Horsepower
      Originally Posted by Steven Carl Kelly View Post

      When he was born he had a hole in his heart. At age 6, he underwent open heart surgery to correct the condition. Now it is I who have a hole in his heart...
      Wow, my little brother had a hole in his heart also. He too had an operation at age 6.

      Definitely hits home for me. I'll keep you and your brother in my prayers.
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  • Profile picture of the author gareth
    Thats tough

    I have two older brothers and four sisters - none dead yet. It must be very unsettling as he was so young.
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  • Profile picture of the author ScottyM2
    Ouch. I immediately thought of my brothers and sisters and will never ever be able to imagine what the pain of losing them would be like. I can only extend my deepest sympathies...
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  • Profile picture of the author Charlotte Jay
    So so sorry Steven ((((hugs)))) My husband's uncle also passed away from a massive heart attack on Wednesday evening. No forewarning, just collapsed

    Sending you and yours peace, blessings and comfort in this tough time.
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  • Profile picture of the author Pauline60
    Please accept my deepest smypathies Steven. It is always painful to part with those we love, but your brother will now be in a place of peace and happiness.

    Pauline
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  • Profile picture of the author Don Schenk
    Oh my heavens Steven, I'm so sorry for your loss. Yes, your brother is just fine today, it is you who gets to bear the loss. My thoughts are with you.

    Don
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  • Profile picture of the author tiwi
    My deepest regret to your loss... hang in there and know that your brother is in a safe place.
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  • Profile picture of the author Bruce NewMedia
    Steven what a tough, tough loss to deal with. How much pain you must feel...my deepest sympathies to you...may you one day, come to feel as Rita B does in this poem...

    "I still miss those I loved who are no longer with me but I find I am grateful for having loved them. The gratitude has finally conquered the loss." - Rita Mae Brown
    _____
    Bruce
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  • Profile picture of the author Sheryl Polomka
    So sorry for your loss Steven, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this devastating time.
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  • Profile picture of the author premiumplr
    So very sorry for your loss. There aren't enough words to make it any easier but as time moves on some of your feelings of loss will be replaced by thankfulness for the time you had together.
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  • Profile picture of the author areoo
    I am very sorry to hear that... I guess i kind of know what you went through its really heart breaking... you have my deepest condolences... Please take care of yourself
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  • Profile picture of the author michalsemen
    It is really sad to know my father was just 39 years old when he passed away.
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  • Profile picture of the author Gilearn
    deep Condolences!!! May the almighty God comfort you during this period.
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  • Profile picture of the author mags
    Oh Steven my heart goes out to you at this sad time, one thing you should always remember is you will have memories that no one else has, and they can take many things from you but the memories carry on.

    God bless your family

    Mags X
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    Condolence to you and your family.
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  • Profile picture of the author cherryannml
    Originally Posted by Steven Carl Kelly View Post

    My brother passed away today at 6:15 PM. He suffered a massive heart attack exactly one week ago. I had just brought him in as a full partner in my business within the past months, he was in the printing business and he was to be our full-time in-house printer for all of our ventures.

    Because of his faith and the fact that he Trusted in Christ Alone, we know that he had received the Gift of Eternal Salvation so we know, beyond a doubt, that he has Eternal Life.

    He was 43 years old, and he was my best friend.
    Hi Steven - I know the death of a loved one is not easy, but it is good to know that he was a believer in Christ so you know where he is. I will pray for you and your family's strngth at this time. Righest blessings to you and your family. ...cherryannml
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  • Profile picture of the author dagaul101
    That is horrible news, my condolescences to you and his family
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  • Profile picture of the author Steven Carl Kelly
    Thanks for all your thoughts and prayers. The family is doing well, primarily because of our strong faith.
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  • Profile picture of the author Manoj V
    My sincere condolences. May your brother's soul rest in peace. It must be hard time coping with the loss. There is a saying that I know for one to cope when pain becomes unbearable - "This too shall pass".
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  • Profile picture of the author WAWarrior
    Steven, sorry to hear about that. I have 2 older brothers who passed away couple of years back. Oldest bro was 55 then, and the other at 45. I have since look at life from a very different perspective - and treasure the gift of life that is given unto us - not to be taken for granted. Life is about relationship - and GOD created time for the ultimate measure of a man!
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  • Profile picture of the author shamblesman
    So sorry for you. It's a tough gig when you lose someone. Thoughts with you and your family.
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  • Profile picture of the author lavfely12
    I don't know you personally but I feel for you. My heartfelt condolences to your family.
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