My dad was an amazing man, he loved his family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. I was honored and privileged to have been with him during his last months on earth and was by his side during transition. Everything he did not have a chance to finish, is now my goal to accomplish, in his name. Your legacy, hard work, and, inspiring love for family and friends, will live forever!<3 143

Leroy,
Always my guardian angel, big brother and genuine friend. You will Forever be missed.  God's peace be with you.
Love you,
Winona

I did not get to spend as much time with Leroy as I would have liked. But from the day we met we really hit it off. Lots of things in common even born in the same city. He was a great guy and will be missed.

"Be Still"

The burden of pain is too much too hold. They say release and relive right now.
While my heart says remain.
The joy will return.
Be still...

Memories relived.
Sadness floats and sorrow sustains.
Pain pounding on your chest long enough for the last breath to escape.
Blessed Be still...

Holding someone through the pain. Squeezing them tight for power to win the fight between loss and shame.
Give your body permission to breathe again.
A call to ancestors.
Be still...

Strength and surrender arrive.  
The battle within us ends.
Honor and healing.
I rise.