I'm very sorry to hear that. I will hold you in my personal prayers... but here and now...

Gracious Lover of broken hearts and grieving souls, I pray for Anthony and his family for the hard choices they needed to make to release his dear friend. The sorrow is real and the wounds just hurt. Hold him... let your love for him serve as a balm and may he feel your embrace. Grant him peace this night and comfort in these next days as he walks through this valley where Death's shadow feels all too real. Remind Anthony that you will serve as his strength and comforter every step of the way.
~Amen