Dear Diane,
Katelyn called me this morning to let me know that our friend Arlan Asham was killed in a car accident on the Delta highway last night. I know how close him and Harley were having worked together at PCI and I just want to pass on my condolences. I'm in total shock right now and really can't come to terms with what this means.
Arlan was a great guy. I remember back when I first met him, when he was going to yellowquill with Katelyn. I've always been an over protective brother, always suspicious of guys that hung around my sisters, but when it came to Arlan I saw that he was exactly the same way when it came to Katelyn. I knew I could trust him with my sister and that he would always be there to protect her and look out for her, and for the past 6 years that's exactly what he's done.
Arlan and I actually started hanging out together in the past year or so. I'd always thought of him as a little brother, but recently he'd become a true friend. Being this far away from home is tough at times like this because all I want to do is grab my sister, hug her and tell her that no matter how hard it is right now, Arlan is in a better place and life does go on.
There seems to be too much young death in the world these days. I lost one of my best friends, Garreth McDonald, in a car accident in November and to add Arlan to this list saddens me more than I ever thought possible. Arlan, I'm going to miss you so much, and to all the people out there that knew and loved the guy, I hope that we'll remember how much joy he brought to our lives and remember the good times. Rest In Peace, my friend.
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My heart aches today hearing of Arlan's death. I am so sorry, Aaron. It must be especially difficult to be so far away from family and friends at a time like this.It was so thoughtful of you to call Harley, and I thank you for thinking of him. I called him as soon as I found out too. It is a very rough time for all who knew Arlan and were close to him. Of course, being a mother, I think of his mom and what she must be going through. I will be saying a prayer for her tonight, as well as all of Arlan's friends and family who are left to miss him.
Stay strong. Mrs.C
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