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I have sat here for about 25 minutes typing out sentences, reading them back and pressing delete. Words have been typed and on reflection don't convey even a teenth of what is felt by myself, and the dozens of others who called Will Pleasants a friend, at this devestating time.
After Charlie died in 2007, peoples lives were that little bit darker, having lost a radiating smile that lit up a room or lifted a mood. People were brought closer and friendships became more valuable. This new way of thinking was never more eveident than in Will and Lottie's relationship. Hundreds of pictures and videos on Facebook, showed us all the masses of fun and millions of laughs that were had when Will was raving like a fool in a field or even when he was with his family in Kefalonia. Personally, I will never forget the day Will fell out of the tree when we were setting up for Charlie's 19th Brthday celebrations- I swear Harley nearly went purple from laughing so hard at the comic timing, as Will's bear back went straight into the biggest pile of stinging nettles in the entire field.
I will never forget his poise and heartfelt tribute to his little brother on the day we all said our goodbyes to Charlie. Through our grief, we saw a different side to Will- that in the face of such sadness,that would strike most numb and unable to find the words, he was still determind to let us all know how amazing his kid brother was and how much he loved him. He made the room so proud.
I will never forget Will. He will be someone that I will talk about and remember happily for the rest of my life. I will never forget the day I was told about his passing, but I also know I will never forget the days when we made memories. My thoughts are with Lottie, Richard and Tessa- who have faced so much heartache in such a small time, empathising is damn near impossible. But Will shall always be in our hearts and thoughts.
Rest in peace mate. Keep an eye on Charlie. And know that we love you.
''TECHNO-SPIKE! TECHNO-SPIKE!"
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