Dago,

I never thought that our time together would be cut so short. Being your best friend and brother has been one of the best experiences of my life. I'll never take for granted what we had. Never did I think that I would be able to build a bond with someone as close as ours. 

We met almost 14 years ago, and time has flown by since. We've experienced so much together. From raves, to just hanging out in your garage having a few beers and working on our cars, and everything in between. Even though our time together was shorter than we expected, it felt like I've known you for a lifetime.

It hurts to know that we won't have more experiences to share. We were always there for each other through thick and thin. We were always each other’s biggest supporters.

I don't know that I will ever be able to build a friendship like I had with you again. Now that you're gone, all I have is the memories that we created. Those memories will live on with me for the rest of my life. I will never forget you.

It was truly a honor having you in my life. I know this isn't goodbye. It's only until we meet again. Rest easy my brother.

-Julian

Welcoming the new year with my brother in law and husband (New Year’s 2016/2017)

I’ll continue blowing out our candles 🎂😓.

I’ll miss my cake buddy more than words can say. Birthdays just won’t be the same without you, sharing the cake, the laughs, and those special moments. Your absence will always be felt, especially on the days we used to celebrate together. You’ll forever hold a special place in my heart. ❤️🎂

I loved growing up with you. Even though you’d start fights with me and always skip my turn. I loved eating ice cream and soda with you at night because grandma snuck us some without our moms knowing.  I loved walking to Sacred Heart every morning and I actually loved going to the same school with you, even though you’d tell everybody that you have no idea who I am. I loved playing video games with you. I loved collecting Pokémon cards with you. I loved every single memory we made growing up. We were both young kids that felt alone. But when it was us, I didn’t feel alone. I love you more than you know. Please save a bowl of abuelita’s arroz con leche for me ❤️‍🩹

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Burial

Fort Lincoln Funeral Home & Cemetery