I will pray for your friend, I know how a death of a loved one can be very difficult. But we must really really believe that he is in a better place full of love where their is no sorrow or pain. God bless him his family and you because you knew him for such a long long time.
If he has been in company of persons like u, then the Lord will surely bless him... God is wonderful..and he will shower his mercy upon us.. whoever we are.. whatever we may have done!
Lord, Please watch over my friend. Show him the joy that he has brought to all of his family and friends. Show him how much he has touched everyone who knew him. Lord please give his family and friends strength in the next couple of days. Please show us the wonderful God you are.