Angela & Keith

Yesterday after work I found out that my oldest brother, Mike Silveira died. He was 54 years old.

The first thing that came to my mind was that I hoped he went in peace. It doesn't look like that's the case. It seems to be a homicide!

I never ever thought this would happen to a member of my family. I am so heartbroken!

It breaks my heart that I haven't seen him in so long. The last time I saw him I think was a couple years after our dad passed away. I could have gone to my nieces' wedding last month where he walked her down the aisle, but it was too far and I couldn't get the time off. I regret that SO much now. It would have been a happy reunion.

My heart is aching for his kids right now. I can't imagine what they're going through. They're about the same age as me. I lost my father at a young age, but it wasn't anything like this. I'm so happy for Amber that her father was able to walk her down the aisle.

Keith and I are going to the funeral in California. We don't know when it will be, but we're gonna go no matter what. I'll reunite with my Silveira family and they'll get to meet Keith for the first time. I just wish it was for a happier occasion.

God be with you till we meet again, big brother.