In tribute,

Jonn Flath, you were always such a nice person with a kind heart. We were finally introduced to one another senior year of high school, so i almost knew nothing about you. But that doesn't change the fact that you were in my life. I have this weird feeling in me, that i've never felt before. I've never actually experienced someone relatively close to me, pass away.

(I mean yes, my Uncle passed away years ago.. but this is different. I've never met or spoken to my uncle.. it was tragic that he passed away as well, but i was around 8 years old when this happened).

I'm much older now, and this feeling is so unreal. I know we weren't best friends, and we didnt talk much at all. But when we did talk, when you told me that you were going to COC for two years, because your plans in the Air Force didn't work out, and that you would join the Air Force as soon as they would let you... that stuck by me. I knew that you were dedicated and you will do anything to excel in all that you do. But you didn't leave this world empty handed. There are countless of people with memories imprinted in their hearts, and they have you to thank for that. It kills me to know that i just saw you a few days ago.. i think it was tuesday. I remember it clearly. i was sitting in the student center finishing up my essay. it was around 8am or 9am. i look up and you walk out the bookstore. It's odd, i don't actually see THAT many people from WR in COC, shocking i know. but there you were. It was great seeing you! you were so happy, too bad we only got to say a few words to each other. But i want to thank you.

You made me realize one very important thing in life, that i never really considered until today. You know that corny little saying, "Life is too short. You never know what's going to happen." This very moment has taught me that life IS too short. i can't be wasting time on whatever ive been doing. i need to make a change in my life. Thank you Jonn. I will always remember you, prayers go out to you and your family forever!

RIP Jonn Flath (: forever in our hearts.