Dearest brother,
For some reason, I finally realized that I lost my oldest brother and it will be a long time till I will see you again. You were always so stoic and being the oldest brother I looked up to. I was so lucky to have you setting examples for all of us to follow. We are kind, respectful, hard working, loving, and positive because we thrived to be like you! You paved the path for us to follow. You always gave so much for others, especially at Christmas time and I know you never thought you gave enough. You bought me my first sandals when I was 5; till this day, I still remember what they look like. You gave me my first experience to be at a zoo, which was quite exciting for a kid from a small town. I will always treasure our family gatherings with you playing music and us singing along. You really helped us to forget some of the hard times life threw at us. There were many wonderful memories, but for some strange reason, I will always remember and appreciate you gave me a good whip on the butt when I was 5. It was so deserving since I was too whiny, but that set me straight till now!!! Our family lost a wonderful son, brother, and father. Who is going to take the family portraits now? They will never be the same because I will always looking for a missing spot reserved for you. Watching you suffering this past year was painful. Despite how selfishly we wanted to having you around for years to build memories, I'm glad you are at a better place. Looking at your picture staring back at me is not easy to write all of this, I love you and I will continue supporting Jane, Thai, and Tri.
Love,
Your brother Tri