On Saturday March 17, at 2:30 am Geneva
time, I got notice that my very dear friend, Marcus Ford, passed away due to a
heart attack. He was a young vibrant man who lived his life gratefully and to
the fullest. His life was an example on how one should live it. Marcus never
took anything for granted, lived life with passion and determination and truly
enjoyed the beauty of life.
I remember when Marcus and I started getting closer as friends. His
kindness, caring, generosity and warm smile are only a few of the reasons I
found myself drawn to his friendship. We could relate to one another even
though we had come from different paths of life. I am grateful and truly
blessed to have been part of his short but meaningful life. Everyone who knew
or met Marcus could testify on his behalf. His infectious personality and bold
character lured you in as quickly as his piercing smile.
What I loved about Marcus is that when he was in your presence, he
always made sure to pay attention to how you were feeling and what you were
saying. He cared about every word and action coming out of a person. Marcus
never judged people. He simply enjoyed them for who they were. He brought the
best out of people, his surroundings, his pursuits in life and most of all, he
always brought the best out of himself. Marcus showed resilience, passion,
determination and a joie de vie that most people never achieve in life. But he
knew that life was so precious and he lived it in that way.
I am so proud to call Marcus one of my best friends. Our friendship
bloomed so quickly. I will miss our fruitful conversations about anything and
everything. I will miss seeing him walk through my front door at JMU. I will
miss hanging out with him just because we want and can. So many things remind
me of him. The one thing I will miss the most is him.
Although his life was short, he impacted everyone and everything around
him for the better. I know we will all miss but if there is anything we can
take from his passing, is that we must live life to the fullest each and
every day. Go for everything and anything your heart truly desires, indulge in
your friendships and breed a zest for life in and around you.
Farewell Marcus, may you rest in peace.
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