I went to school with all three of these guys. Royce and I were pretty good friends through kindergarten and first grade. I remember once in Kindergarten he bragged to me about how he was 6 and older than me (I was 5 at the time). I dont remember much of our interactions, since its been so long and I was so young (I'm 18 now), but I remember Royces smile, it was sincere and wise. I miss him.

I remember the first time I met Rico, he was so hyper and he gave me a noogie, he was really funny. I remember his smile and laugh was infectious.

I didnt know Tino very well, but I had heard Royce talking about how he had come to our school, and he was new, and that he was his big brother. I saw a new kid on the sandhill and assumed it was tino said "hi Tino" and he said "How do you know my name?".  

I dont remember much of our interactions, but these 3 brothers were my friends, and Royce and I were pals. I still think about these 3 brothers all the time. And my memory of them will always be with me, wherever I go.
Rest in Peace, my three amigos.

 

These were 3 of the most precious boys. They will always live on in my heart and the memories that I have of them.. We were so blessed to have had them be a part of our family. It was way to short of a time, but I know they are lil angels watching down from heaven..  They have one of the strongest mothers I know.. I love and miss you boys so much..

Love ya, Judy