I'm very sorry for your loss

Dear Malik Family,

Tombol and I were in German II together last fall at UIC and I loved his company. Joking around with him, although not all that productive, was the best way to keep our heavy eyelids open in the not-so-early morning hours.

We had a great conversation on the train ride home on the last day of class. We both had somewhat rocky semesters, but his attitude was still so encouraging. He was willing and even excited to move on, looking forward to some time abroad as his greatest motivation to plow through his last years in school. He had such a glow about him, it was hard not to follow suit.

Tombol was a wonderful person and he will truly be missed. My deepest condolences to you.

Sincerely,
Christine Beggan