Desmond Mann.

According to dictionary.com, death means, "The act of dying; the end of life; the total and permanent cessation of all the vital functions of an organism."


When someone passes there are many people they unfortunately have to leave behind. This is not something they choose to do, but it is the sad truth. Unfortunately, Desmond Mann, A great friend of mine, made such an impact on so many people, the truth is unbearable.

Today when I arrived to school as normal I didn't even consider the day that was layed out before me. I was confronted my a crying friend. They broke the news to me. For about half an hour I was in shock. I could not, would not, comprehend what was put before me.

As I looked into the eyes of friends the tears began to came.

I then cried for about 2 hours.

I later came to the conclusion that Des was a very happy, joyful man and would not want to see us cry. I later cried some more but composed myself soon after.

Des would not want us to mourn, he would want us to celebrate the wonderful life he lead. To celebrate the massive impact he had on so many people. To basically remember the wonderful, grateful, selfless, knowledgeable, happy, helpful man he was.

This is a very tragic event that will take many people a while to comprehend and overcome.

RIP our Chaplin, our mentor, our friend.

Megan Jane Thomas