Dear Lamar,
Words cannot describe my feelings for you, but words are all I seem to have.
Just because I cannot see and speak to you physically, you are more around me than ever before.
“Everybody Ain’t Abel.” You had your own phrase that people actually used. Who does that?!? I used to call myself the CEO of Lamar Enterprises. You would correct me and say that title belonged to you and I could be an assistant. Well, I must say you did well for yourself and received excellent reviews:
“A good friend is someone who still has your back in a bad situation knowing that you were wrong. He always defended his friends even though he knew of their flaws like drinking and driving, but he always made sure everyone made it safe after a road trip.” —Elworthy Williams, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
“His time was cut short because his job was well done on earth. I’m thankful I got a chance to know him.” — Carlos Dunlap, Cincinnati Bengals Defensive End
“Growing up with Lamar was like watching a future star.” — Adriana Crawford, Cousin
“He was a man of his word.” — Corey Henderson, UF football player
“He had a vibe where you can tell him anything.” — Chantel Johnson, UF junior
“In one word, I would describe him as humble.” — Woudlin Jean-Baptiste, UF engineering major
“Even if he was mad, he used his tone instead of physical force because he knew he could do bodily harm.” — Earv Johnson, Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
“He was very detail oriented. He always wanted to do his best in every organization, because it would reflect on him.” — Dr. Michael Bowie, College of Education director of recruitment, retention and multicultural affairs.
Wow! Who would have guessed that funny saying created freshman year would be so true. Everybody really ain’t Abel.
We love you. Get some rest, friend.
