I'm so sorry to hear that, there's nothing worse than to hear a dear friend is gone. I've lost a few along the way and it never gets easier. It is amazing how you can create a strong bond with someone in a short time and it last for years. I'm sorry for that horrible loss!
Those friends you make in the crazy days of your twenties… they know you in way office friends or kid parent friends never will. People to be treasured and held onto for as long as possible. 🩷