Aaron always had something he wanted to share with me or teach me.  I don't know if he was aware that he wanted what he shared with me to have an impact but it usually did.  One of the life lessons that had the most profound impact on me was if you show up five minutes early for a date you were late.  The date was off and the evening and next two weeks of your friendship were on radio silence.  This was one of the most infuriating aspects of Aaron and his way of living but it was one that I honor to this day.   Even as I write this I can see the expression on his face and I can't help but to laugh.  He is one friend I will never forget and he is sorely missed.

I am sorry to learn about Aaron’s passing. We were the same age and were friends at First Christian Church in Columbia, MO. Aaron was funny and kind, and I have many fond memories of him. My heart goes out to everyone who knew him—especially his family. 

Aaron was a very dear friend, in fact he is one of my absolute favorite people that was fortunate enough to meet in Minneapolis.   Aaron’s love of music, reading, art films and public television (NPR) are just a few things that I liked about him.  His kindness and sincerity is what made me love him.  I met Aaron during a time when both our lives were on the mend from poor choices and destructive behavior that led us to Cabrini House.  He was the first person I met when I was walking up to the front door.  Without a prompting, he started moving my boxes and bags into my new home ( mine and about 15 other adults .). That was just the first of many acts of kindness he showed me on a daily basis.  He made me feel welcome in place and time that I felt alienated, awkward, alone and afraid of what was to become of me.  Aaron was a good friend and a great man.  His initial act of kindness gave me just enough of a nudge to continue to walk through that front door.  His continued kindnesses are what kept me moving forward along with many other friends and family.  Aaron had a huge impact on my life and I want to honor him, my memories of him with every step forward I take.  I love you, Schmoop first last and always….but you already knew that, right?

I just recently learned of Aaron’s passing and was shocked and very saddened!  I reconnected with Aaron randomly long after high school when I relocated to Minneapolis. One day I went into a coffee shop that I frequented and looked up as I was paying to see Aaron on the other side of the counter!!  It was fun to reconnect and reminisce and  we stayed in touch after he moved to San Fran, but eventually lost touch.  RIP my friend.

-Becky Bihr Brown (high school friend)

I met Aaron while I lived in Minneapolis.  When he moved to California I was devastated but knew we would meet again when I returned to my Native state.  As I had already known he was thriving and loved Northern California.  I invited him to Pismo Beach and he stayed awhile and returned to sF.  He was one of the best friend a girl can have, we had endless conversations about everything and laughed incessantly.  I am  broken to learn of his death, however not entirely surprised.  Life is brutal in the city and I was having difficulty reaching him.  Please any information anyone had would be greatly appreciated.  If there is anything I can do, I'm aware t time has passed but anything  just ask. Please call me.

I am so sorry to hear of Aaron's passing.  He was a good man with a big heart. Sending condolences to his family. 

Senior Photo, Rock Bridge High School 1991

Just before prom

Aaron diggin the ocean!

So saddened by this.  I met Aaron at Central Methodist and we both played soccer.  What I loved most about Aaron was his laid-back attitude and his happiness. He was a lot of fun to be around.