I will never forget the first time I saw Emile smile that big beautiful smile...he simply lit up the entire room and anyone around him couldn't help but smile back. I still can't believe how quickly we bonded the first time we met and how it felt like we'd known each other forever. He knows things about me I've never told another soul and understood me better than anyone and I'll be forever grateful for having such an amazing person in my life. He brought joy to so many people and will be dearly missed by all. Rest in peace sweetheart and know you will never be forgotten xxx

I am just a mum from your primary school Emile, mother of Rosie Van Epen. You are Rosie's age and Rosie has mentioned you at different times,just thought you would be out there having fun and living it up like you should.I do remember how cheeky you were when I was helping out the maths and reading classes in grade 3! Be at peace. Gail Van Epen

I loved the times we all would go out for dinner and drinks, going for cruises to the city, meeting up with the boys etc. You were like a brother to me, and im going to miss you and all the good times we all had together.

I just want to say that you will be missed by all mate, It's not goodbye but it's see you later. I know you will be watching over everyone and thanks for being a great friend. See you again one day mate :-)

I let you merge infront of my truck on friday... your cheesy big smile and a massive thumbs up to say thanks made me laugh... you said "ill catch you boys soon mate." and off you went. That memory plays over and over in my head and will never ever leave me... you will be missed by everyone! We miss alot, and when my time comes i hope yo let me in too... "Ill see you soon mate."