My brother and best friend passed away. We were only 18 months apart and I was attached at his hip through out childhood. He never complained of taking little brother along. He was a great husband, father to his children, He was my protector, hero and best friend, His memorial service is Friday and don't know how I will hold up.. I visited him last week and knew he wouldn't' be alive much longer. Cancer is a horrible thing for anyone to suffer through, he never complained and said " after seeing the little children at the cancer treatment facility I have nothing to complain about". He will forever be remembered by his family and students in karate class.