Corey Keith Bates

Not being able to see you show up to my job & visit me before I open in the mornings had gotten tough. Not Benning able to call you or hang out with you isn't the same anymore. I miss my best friend. You were more than my best friend. You were my brother that I always needed around. I miss you bestie.

It's been a year since I lost you and it hurts just as much as it did a year ago. Miss you so much. Love you forever.

It has been six months today since you last told me you loved me; I miss so very much. No other hug can take the place of your hug. Love you forever. Mom