I’ve had the privilege of knowing Leroy for 11 years. We both start junior high school together and from then we’ve connected on such a brotherly level. We stayed really close for those 3 years. We never had a falling out. We always had each other’s back. Yes we didn’t attend the same Senior high school but we manage to stay in touch as the years go on. It wasn’t until 2019 we met back up at Baha Mar where we both worked. Everyday we would walk pass and hail each other. Sometimes we would stop and talk for a few. Reflect back on the past. The last time we saw each other was Thursday April 8th, 2021. We walked passed and hailed each other not knowing that would be the last time. Leroy I miss you brother. I can’t wait to see you again!

There’s so many funny memories that come to mind when I think of Leroy because that’s the kind of guy he was, quiet on the surface but always looking for a laugh. But thinking of a time that made me respect Leroy was our first time doing bus witnessing. Leroy was a quiet person and would always tell you he’s shy in certain spaces, so seeing him be the first one in our group to take the initiative and actually preach on the bus was something that was honestly inspiring. While me and my other partner was trying to build up the courage, Leroy was already deep in a conversation about the Bible. It reminds me of even those times we were just hanging out having fun, sometimes among us guys we’ll have a deep conversation and Leroy’s faith and beliefs, even when just hanging out, was clear to see. Those memories make me realise, I know we’ll see him again.

One of Leroy’s favorite past times was basketball. You always knew where Leroy was on Sunday evenings, he was out on the court. He always talked a big game but unlike most he certainly had the skills to back it up. Whenever we played, we were always amazed at his speed, court vision, and his surprisingly high vertical jumps. His quiet personality outside the court sometimes made you underestimate his skills (which in hindsight was more than likely intentional) , until he started playing. From you see him come on the basketball court put up his one fingerand say “my boy” you know he meant business . He will truly be missed