Dearest Ethan, On Friday, we had the kick-off breakfast for this year's Relay For Life and I got to talk about you. I talked about your courage and bravery while fighting your brain tumors, your inspiration to everyone and of course, that sense of humor and "that smile". You would be proud of me because I wasn't a "wuzz" and I didn't cry! But "Effy", I miss you very much. I know you are having a blast in heaven but that doesn't mean that I don't miss you. You will always be my hero!! Love, Aunt Sissy

Contributed by Daletta Payne (aunt) on February 24, 2009

My memories of Ethan are mostly from Gilda's Club. When he was there he was the "man", the cool, funny guy who all the kids wanted to be with. He knew how to work a crowd and loved doing it. It was my pleasure to watch and enjoy Ethan these past few years. He had a love for life and the good sense to go for whatever came his way. My family and I truly miss this amazing young man!

Contributed by Lynn Raczkowski (Friend) on January 31, 2009