User blog comment:Mr. Kostopoman/Bad news from Kosto's Family./@comment-24040907-20141028063002

My sympathy and condolences to the family of Kosto. I know you must be going through a lot of pain right now, and I'm not sure you'll ever see this, but know that my heart goes out to you. There is nothing more painful than losing a child, or a brother, as nothing can fill the void they make when they leave. And the more you loved them, the more it hurts, the more you cherished them, the more your heart bleeds. I understand. But just know that every drop of blood from your heart, every tear-drop, should be a reminder of the love that you had and still have for Kosto. Know that death, like any loss, is a minor inconvenience, and that no strain of time or distance can break the bonds that you've forged in gold and steel. Family is forever.

Although it seems like Kosto's illness was a cruel twist of fate, know that everything that happens does so for a reason, even if that reason is shrouded and unseeable. It has been said that God only takes the best, you know. And although you may wonder "Why did this have to happen?" I want you to know that he didn't die in vain, as he'll never be forgotten.

Kosto has reached out and touched many lives, especially here on CPW. I am glad to have met him. I want you to know that I have been producing a short film for this website, and that I will be dedicating it in his honor, it is the least I can do.

I hope this message can bring you even the slightest comfort in the hour of your grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

- Tyber