I'm so sorry that you lost someone that you have known for so long and that was close to you. I know this must be a very trying time for you.
I am going to pray for you to gain strength in your time of need.
I am also going to say a prayer for your friend and his family, may they be blessed.
I know that I am relatively new to posting here, but I do know that you have a strong group of supporters here at jtf.
May you be blessed.