A former co-worker

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8 years 2 months ago #225105 by
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A former co-worker was brutally murdered today . I didn't know him well, but everything I saw in him was that of a wonderful human being and a life worth celebrating.

If you all could hold his family and friends in your thoughts that would be appreciated. I'm attending a vigil tonight and I suspect there will be many tears.

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8 years 2 months ago #225106 by
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Wow that's awful I am sorry. Thoughts and prayers to all his family and friends.

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8 years 2 months ago #225114 by J_Roz
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Holding you all in the Light. *hugs

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8 years 2 months ago #225115 by
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May everyone involved find peace.

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8 years 2 months ago #225120 by
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Sorry to hear, Jamie. :( So not cool. Keeping everyone in my thoughts.

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8 years 2 months ago #225125 by
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A quick update: Jay's family and a ton of students, staff, and faculty attended the vigil. I got back just a little while ago.

As I suspected, not a dry eye from all in attendance. I learned from the people who shared memories of him that I was not the only one who was profoundly impacted by him in such a short amount of time. He lived his life with kindness and dedication. Classmates and people who worked with him on student organization projects said he encouraged them and empowered them to realize their own potential. I remember the atmosphere he brought to the office. Our office was always a bit of a party, but he took it to another level with positivity and a generous spirit.

WGN, our local news station took some footage of the vigil. You can see it right here .

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8 years 2 months ago #225128 by Adder
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Too sad for words :(

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8 years 2 months ago #225135 by
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He really did seem like a beautiful soul. It is a terrible loss :(

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8 years 1 month ago #225159 by
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We are with you Jaime and with all who have been affected by this loss in our thoughts and prayers.

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8 years 1 month ago #225183 by
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Words fail.

The courage to face grief can be found within.

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