Anthony was my best friend for most of my life. He was one of the smartest kids I knew, and funny as the day was long. To know Ant was to adore him. We were inseparable for so many years. He was always there for me without question any time I needed him; which honestly seemed to be daily for a couple years. He was my sounding board and most of the time my voice of reason when I wasn’t sure about where life was going to take me. We had an amazing circle of friends who were also our family. He and I would have our parents busting a gut most weekends due to clearing the living room furniture out so we could have room for our wrestling matches or crazy performances. Just like all adults, time and life caused us to lose touch; but, it never took away the love or amazing memories we had together. To say I will miss him is an understatement. Without his parents, brothers, and sister; I honestly don’t know where my path would’ve taken me after my parents divorced. The Early family has and will always be some of the finest folks I’ve been fortunate enough to know. I love you all, I miss you, and I’m praying for strength and comfort for each and every one of you. Ant, rest peacefully, and give mama a big hug for me. I love you infinitely my sweet friend. I’ll see you on the other side.