Chris Vasich, age 18
statement on losing his brother Greg
6/30/05
My life has changed dramatically since Greg's death, but not as much as
what Greg meant to myself and my friends. My house has always been one
filled with joy and people. My brother Greg had his friends over a lot whom
I interacted with. We would play games and Frisbee together and I would
show off my cool brothers. In contrast, now instead of me being able to talk
about or
hang out with my brothers and friends, telling stories of his life, I'm met by a
sad silence rather than great laughter. Greg, the man who has most shaped my
life
is no longer the fun guy my friends want to hang out. He is but a tragic end to
a
very bright life. I'm very disappointed anyone I know in the future will never
know Greg and will only be able to offer their condolences rather than share
laughter with him. So now instead of spending time with Greg, playing games,
enjoying sports, I try to emulate the fun times I had back with him. I want to
keep his laughter alive. I'll never really be able to attain all that fun and
joy I had with the greatest man I'll ever know.