I was shocked to hear that our neighbor, Michael Brown, passed away on May 2, 2024, and even more so to find out only after thirty days had passed. I had gone to see him because I noticed his house was up for sale. I assumed he was moving to Florida or somewhere else warm. Instead, I was met by his elder brother, who broke the sad news to me.

Learning of his passing filled me with deep sorrow. Michael was a constant presence in our lives, always greeting everyone with a warm smile and a friendly wave. His cheerful demeanor brightened our days, and his absence leaves a void in our community.

One particular memory stands out to me: he was riding his motorized scooter, and I asked him, “Do you like it?” With his characteristic enthusiasm, he replied, “I am loving it.” Little did I know, that would be the last time I saw him. Tragically, he fell from his scooter near the cancer hospital and suffered a fatal head injury. He was taken to Abington Hospital, where he passed away within a day.

Michael was 69 years old when he died. He is survived by his only elder brother, who now bears the heavy burden of this loss. Our neighbor’s untimely death reminds us of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing each moment. He will be dearly missed, but his spirit of warmth and friendliness will forever remain in our hearts.