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Chrystal Conelly posted a condolence
Sunday, August 27, 2023
I feel so bad that I lost touch with you in the beginning of Covid because my dad died from it and I was deeply, deeply disturbed. I had such deep depression. I didn’t get out of bed for a year and I didn’t go on Facebook. It wasn’t until after I came out of my depression and I was gonna message you that I realized that you had passed. You are a good friend and a great shoulder and ear. I’ll miss our conversations. I’m glad you were there when your brother cross the gates.
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Shannon lit a candle
Saturday, July 22, 2023
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Wishing you another Happy Birthday in heaven. I miss you more than words can express. Love you Aaron. ❤️
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Darcy Wagner posted a condolence
Saturday, June 17, 2023
I loved Aaron so much. He was one of the smartest, funniest, and kindest people I have ever known. He was in my top five favorite people ever, and losing him was devastating. Whenever anything good or bad happened, Aaron was one of the first people I called. I tried to save him as well, and I couldn't. I'm so sorry. The world is a little darker without Aaron in it. I'll never forget those eyes, and how he smiled more with his eyes than his mouth. He was just the best. He helped me when I needed and I helped him. I love watching the videos of Aaron online singing, it helps me when I miss him too much.
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Wendy Palumbo lit a candle
Monday, March 6, 2023
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Lisa Sheridan posted a condolence
Sunday, March 5, 2023
I did not know that Aaron had passed until I attempted to reach out to him with condolences for Tom's passing. I am heartbroken. I hadn't heard from him and assumed he was busy with various legal matters. I know how much he loved Tom and fought so hard to help him in his crises. I imagine Aaron now standing at the pearly gates having already apprised St. Peter of his brother's innate goodness and justifications for admission. May God bless your family.
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Wendy Palumbo Posted Mar 6, 2023 at 12:11 AM
Same thing happened to me . I am heart broken
Aaron I love u so much and miss u so much . I can’t wait to see u both again xox
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LJ/MJ lit a candle
Thursday, June 2, 2022
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Judith Kay Sizemore uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, February 2, 2022
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Missing my beautiful son Aaron as I sit here watching the snow fall outside the window where he used to enjoy looking at our backyard.
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Judith Kay Sizemore uploaded photo(s)
Monday, January 31, 2022
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Judith Kay Sizemore uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, January 30, 2022
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These are two photos that were found pressed into the last book that Aaron was reading, “Our Gang” by Philip Roth. Presumably he was using them as a bookmark. The first is a baby photo of Aaron with his father, Thomas Edward Sizemore Sr., as he reads a book. Aaron always watched his father reading and often admitted that he couldn’t wait to read too so that he could see what his father was so intrigued by. They both were never without a book.
The second is a photo Aaron in the Hancock student appointment house, Wayne State University under grad. Aaron loved to learn both in school and out. He was a good student, and he was the type of boy that might skip school to go to the library!
Always and forever a handsome, studious, and brilliant man. Aaron, your mom was, is, and will always be proud of you son.
Love,
Mom
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Shannon Zak uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
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I created a YouTube page dedicated to the life and memory of Aaron. It’s a collection of videos that I had of him performing at local open mics, as well as home videos that he posted of him reciting some of his poems on Facebook, and more. There are also links there to a webpage of audio recordings that we made of a few of his songs, and information about his movie “Good Thief”. Aaron was so talented, so creative. He was a lyrical genius as far as I’m concerned. I loved watching him play out at the open mics, or just sitting around the house while he quietly played his old tunes, or worked out a new song. I loved seeing how happy he was with that guitar in his hands. I’m grateful to have this collection of videos. I wanted to make sure that I preserved them, and shared them with everyone who also love and miss him as much as I do.
Aaron was one of a kind. He was special. I’ve never known anyone as kind, sweet, brilliant, loving, and gentle as Aaron and I doubt I will ever be that close to anyone ever again. He was my love, my friend, my world. Rest In Peace Aaron. Until we meet again.
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Andrew Vinstra posted a condolence
Monday, January 24, 2022
I don't think anyone on the planet knew the depth and breadth of skill and talent Aaron Sizemore possessed including Aaron Sizemore himself. What he showed to the world when he chose to do so was brilliant and beautiful. There was so much beauty inside of him just waiting to get out that his loss will forever be a tragedy, both for those who knew him and those who did not. He was an utterly brilliant guy. He gave off a bright light for decades before darkness consumed him. He was my friend. I will miss him always.
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Hicham Benkirane posted a condolence
Sunday, January 23, 2022
It’s hard to come up with the right words to express how special and truly one of a kind Aaron was, not only to collaborate with on a film (a passion project he wrote) but just as a human being. I honestly don’t think I’ve ever come across anyone as genuine, kind, generous, artistically gifted and intellectually brilliant (all in one) as Aaron. Although him no longer being physically present has been devastating, I do feel very fortunate to have had the chance to get to know him. Our relationship went way beyond a movie. He was someone I could reach out to about a problem, and he would always be there and help me come up with a solution or just make me feel better by his genuine interest and care. Our talks would always last for at least an hour and felt like they could go on for another one easily. He was just that refreshing, interesting and had this fascinating breadth of knowledge. There was also a lot of laughter. The guy was just so clever and full of wit. I miss him deeply and I just hope and pray he’s in a better place now, finally at peace. My thoughts are with his wonderful mother Judy, who I’ve been fortunate to get to know a little bit as well, and his brothers Paul and Tom.
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Linda Calder uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, January 22, 2022
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Aaron was one of the most interesting men I have ever met. He was so open and real, with a great caring heart. We were close Facebook friends but only met once in real life and talked for hours about everything. Aaron was so talented as a writer, musician, attorney, and conversationalist. He truly was one of the kindest people I have ever met. RIP sweet soul!
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Linda Jones uploaded photo(s)
Friday, January 21, 2022
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Remembering Attorney Aaron as he snapped this picture of guests at a Dinner Party hosted by Mom Judy on March 14, 2017
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Judith Schannault Sizemore uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, January 20, 2022
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Christmas without Aaron.
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Denise B. posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 19, 2022
I miss you and will cherish the time we shared. You brought true friendship, love, and so much joy into my life. There is no end to missing you, but your poetry and songs will comfort me until we meet again.
“You are the finest, loveliest, tenderest, most beautiful person I have ever known, but even that is an understatement.”
You’re in my heart, Aaron — forever.
Love, Denise
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Linda Jones uploaded photo(s)
Monday, January 17, 2022
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Here’s Attorney Aaron helping his Mom host a Dinner Party in 2017!
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Linda Jones posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
I was heartbroken upon hearing of the passing of my friend, “Attorney Aaron” as I fondly addressed him. Mere words are not enough to comfort you Judy at this unbearable time.
What a son! Attorney Aaron could have written a book entitled “How To Love Your Mother”. He demonstrated an untiring, unending love as a devoted son to you Judy. I know you appreciated and loved him.
During your hospitalizations Attorney Aaron would keep me updated. His endurance helped see you through.
He ensured that you were tuned in to my Radio Broadcast on Saturdays and I made sure to thank him for doing so.
1 Thessalonians Chapter 5 Verse 18 says..IN ALL THINGS GIVE THANKS.
You may ask; how can I give thanks at a time like this?
Well we can give thanks for the time we had with Attorney Aaron.
If he had left us at 48, we would have said unbelievable
If he had left us at 38, we would have said unthinkable
If he had left us at 28, we would have said unreal
If he had left us at 18, we would have said unbearable
If he had left us at 8, we would have been inconsolable!
So in the midst of our grief…let’s remember to give thanks for the life and legacy of Attorney Aaron!! My Friend!
Peace and Love
Woman of God Linda Jones
Radio Host - Set Apart Broadcast
WMKM - 1440AM - Detroit, MI
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Lawrence Lundy uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
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Arron you are so deeply missed. You were truly exceptional. You were a one of one thinker and feeler. Everything about you was next level. I remember taking you to Michigan State to visit Tommy and you accidentally bloodied Matt Simoncini’s lip in a basketball game. You wrote a English book report for Matt to try to make it better. That book report was one of the greatest things I’d ever read. It was my first venture into the hallowed halls of young Arrons relentless mind. Needless to say it was way to good for Matt to turn in. For that matter it might have been to good for Joyce or Dostoyevsky. I was blown away and a little intimidated. Who has a mind like that is what I thought. Arron brought the best out of you emotionally and intellectually. There was no middle of the roading with Arron. Fence sitting got you dismissed.
Arron was also so very gentle but silhouetted by the backdrop of an insane toughness which made his kindness blazingly real and authentic. Watching Arron and Tommy fight back in the day was jacked up funny. Tommy would get the better of him initially but Arron always won in the end. You had to pack a lunch to better Arron at anything. Arron was a competitor and a warrior in a good a sense. Arron had a tremendous amount of courage. An under appreciated God virtue that Arron had In Aces. But with rare and true brilliance god awful unrelenting pain goes hand in hand.
Dear Arron I pray the latter has been alleviated
I was lucky to call you my Friend
My heart is Broken !!!
Love Larry
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Paul Sizemore uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
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Our wonderful mother.
Judith Kay Schannault Sizemore. From Paul
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Annette Berry lit a candle
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
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Dearest Judy and family.
Jim and I are so very saddened to hear of the loss of your son and brother, Aaron. May he Rest In Peace and May perpetual light of glory shine down upon him. Love to all. God bless.
Love, Jim, Annette, Ashley, and James.
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Judith Kay Schannault Sizemore uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
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I am very proud of everything that my beautiful son, Aaron, had accomplished in his life from the records that he set running track as a boy, to his time as an Editor at the Detroit News, to his time as a Lawyer, as well as all of the songs and poems he wrote, the way he played guitar, his screenplay which was made into a movie entitled "Good Thief", and the fact that he was a kind and loving boy that remained a kind and loving man. He was just as proud of me for my 30 years of service as an Assistant Ombudsman with the City of Detroit, and for just being his mom. It felt good to be proud of one another, and to have such a smart and talented son. I miss him dearly. I love him with all my heart. If there is a heaven, I know that Aaron is most certainly there smiling down on all of us. That thought brings me some comfort. He was a sweet and gentle soul. Bless you Aaron. Until we meet again one day…
Love, Mom
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Michael Steven Wilhelm posted a condolence
Thursday, December 23, 2021
I'm so sorry to hear of this. Aaron was a unique artist, multitalented and effortlessly creative. It was a great pleasure to know him and experience his unique take on life. His memories of growing up in the Detroit area of 60 years ago really resonated with me, also. My sincere condolences to his family and friends everywhere.
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Melanie Serra lit a candle
Thursday, December 23, 2021
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I’m so sorry for the loss of my friend and your son, brother Aaron. He was an amazing friend. Always made me laugh and feel better about things . I will miss you dearly. R.I.P.
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Jennifer Kathryn Chapman lit a candle
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
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Aaron, I'm at a loss for words. I'm praying for all of your loved ones. I'm not going to give some huge intellectual speech. You and I had some excellent heart to heart talks over the past 5 years. You were there for me and I was there for you. We didn't have to put on a front or play a role. We could talk about the light and the dark we've had in our lives and feel safe knowing it wasn't going anywhere but between us. We could be ourselves. You once told me that I genuinely cared and you appreciated that. Well Aaron, you were also a truly genuine soul that shined for so many to see. The passion and love you had deep within your soul came out in so many ways and you shared it with all you knew. You weren't afraid to express yourself and open up the innermost part of yourself. That takes great courage and I respected that about you. I'm blessed to have had you in my life and will cherish the personal discussions we have had over the years. You were definitely one of a kind Aaron. I will miss you.... Love, Jennifer Chapman ❤
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Jason Magnusson posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
Aaron got me into playing guitar when I was a kid. He showed me a bunch of chords. I haven't played in years, but if I did I would finger pick Stairway to Heaven the way he showed me all the way back when I was 7 years old. It's a terrible loss.
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Alex Marshall posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
When Aaron was writing An Honest Thief we would talk about what this character would say or that one and he said to me once.. they have to be who they are. Well Aaron was my friend... and I will miss him.. that's who you are and always will be.
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Jessica McCoy uploaded photo(s)
Monday, December 20, 2021
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Aaron was like a big brother to me growing up. We were very close. He would visit often, always with his guitar. We would listen to old records, he would play music, or we could just sit and talk for hours. He often would try to teach me chords on the guitar. I wasn't the best student, but he was patient and kind.
This is such a devastating, tragic loss. I'm having a very difficult time wrapping my head around it. The world has lost such a talented, kind hearted, beautiful soul and he will be forever missed. I hope he has found peace and is with all our lost loved ones wherever it is we go once we leave this place.
Love you Aaron,
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john temple posted a condolence
Monday, December 20, 2021
I know Aaron from my time at the detroit news - I was a copy editor/malcontent in sports (I know, redundant) and he was a clerk just starting out. as often happened in those days, clerks with promise were given more responsibilities and more time on the copy desk, editing stories and writing headlines and such. keep up the good work, and you too can work nights, weekends and holidays, under constant deadline pressure, was the idea. and spend too much time and money in the back room of the anchor bar. Aaron watched, listened, learned. He learned so well that at some point he figured workings nights, weekends and holidays under constant deadline pressure was not the best life path. neither was spending time in the back room of the anchor.
I always said he was smart.
we lost touch when I went back home to New York, but fortunately for me, we were able to reconnect and I was able to absorb his opinions and insights. mostly, I'd send him a story along with the question, Aaron, the actual fvck? his responses were always more poetic, lyrical.
And all I've done for want of wit
To memory now I can't recall
So fill to me the parting glass
Good night and joy be to you all
so, Aaron, the actual fvck?
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Marisa Mercatante posted a condolence
Sunday, December 19, 2021
My sincere condolences to Aaron's family and friends. Aaron was a sweet friend to me and the most brilliant person I know. I will treasure our friendship over the years. I'll never forget all our conversations, laughs and the kind support and advice he gave me. Aaron was one of a kind, a beautiful soul who touched so many lives. Till we meet again, Aaron.
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Glenn Kujansuu lit a candle
Sunday, December 19, 2021
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Thank you, Aaron. I will always treasure your wit and humor. Your singing and playing to entertain your friends was a treasure.
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Rita Clinton lit a candle
Sunday, December 19, 2021
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Darcy Wagner posted a symbolic gesture
Sunday, December 19, 2021
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I for one will never recover from this loss. Aaron was like an older brother to me. The light in those beautiful blue eyes has gone out, and that is soul-crushing. I am so sorry to his friends and family. He was a standup guy. He was usually my first call when I was super happy, or super sad, or if something bad happened and he would save me. He saved me so many times. I tried to save him, I really did. I love Aaron, so very much, and I always will. I will never forget his wit, intelligence, and kindness. What a beautiful, broken person. Oh how much I will miss him.i love you, Aaron.
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Carol Herrick posted a condolence
Sunday, December 19, 2021
To Aaron (Air)
My mentor,
My teacher,
My thesaurus,
My intellectual guide and conversation partner on many topics and planes of discussion,
You have been a dear friend, one who seemed like a brother. In addition to your masterful wit, and charming silly humor, you were a feelingful, deeply insightful human with a genuineness of character and compassion and intellect beyond measure. Thank you for including me into the fold of your genuine friendship.
You were a valuable friend to many. You selflessly extended yourself to support, defend, and care for those who needed an advocate.
Words cannot adequately express the value you have to us, not only while you were with us in person but while you continue to walk with us in spirit.
The light of your greatness shall forever remain to shine, untarnishable, in all of the places and people you have touched and to all the beautiful places that we, you're friends and family, carry you to in our hearts.
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Gideon Jones posted a condolence
Saturday, December 18, 2021
I met Aaron Sizemore thru my best friend Paul Sizemore (his younger brother) back in 1991. We went to his apartment and he was playing his accustic guitar. I remember not only how talented he was but how smart he was. He always gave Paul good life advice. After the first time we met it was like he was my older brother too. He was a special person with a big heart. I was truly heartbroken when I heard of his passing and he will be missed by all. Rest in peace big brother ❤️
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Friday, December 17, 2021
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So, today I would like to tell you about one of the very few heroes I've ever had in my life and what happens when a hero is no more.
My hero's name is Aaron Sizemore. Alongside my father, David Wesley James, Aaron Sizemore probably impacted my life more than any other man I've known. He was genius-level smart, well-read, gentle and compassionate, musically talented in singing, song-writing and playing acoustic guitar.
He was also troubled, or became so over a long number of years, which led to his untimely death in recent days, but that isn't the point. The point is that a whole lot of people seemed to feel exactly the same way about Aaron Sizemore as I did, which means he was truly a special human being.
Personally, everything that happened to lead me to where I am today happened only after meeting Aaron Sizemore. I met him while playing my guitar one summer night sitting on a rock in front of my apartment building in the old Cass Corridor back in Detroit.
We became fast friends, and one day, more than a year after we met, I got a message from my landlord that Aaron Sizemore wanted me to come down to see about a job in the Detroit News Sports Department. Seems he'd remembered me saying I'd die if I couldn't find a way to escape the four blocks that surrounded me and he thought of me when that job came open.
So, I got the job - eventually got his old job when he got promoted - and used that experience to get to The New York Daily News, in a city I always dreamed of, in a place where the rest of my life has unfolded.
Aaron Sizemore and I wrote and sung songs together. We drove to and from New York - the long way through Pennsylvania - together. Aaron made me want to play guitar more than I ever had, and today I still have about six of them, though I never came close to the fingerstyle he mastered.
I learned from him the power of literature, knowledge and writing, how books could take one places. He knew of William Shakespeare, Jack Kerouac, William Burroughs and the beat poets. He, more than anything, SHARED all these things with me.
I wanted to know things - and still do - because Aaron Sizemore knew things. The best I could do, however, was accept that I'd always be good to his great, even if he didn't see it that way.
As I said, Aaron went through troubles and battled demons. Over all the years since I left Detroit for New York, he was the one friend I tried hardest to keep. Somewhere along the way, as I'm sure others who knew him over the past several decades can attest, he didn't feel worthy of being known. Or even of being a friend.
In the past several months, Aaron got in touch. He was angry at me for things I'd never realized he considered offenses. He remembered things that I could only recall as wisps of a memory. In other cases, I accepted his allegations only because he said they were so.
My friends and my wife, as you might expect, told me I shouldn't write him back. That I should forget him. That I should realize that he and I were all too far in the past to take seriously now.
I didn't listen to them for a simple reason: Because he was Aaron Sizemore.
I replied, even when I found his accusations or statements or remembrances outrageous. I analyzed my past actions to see how Aaron Sizemore could have come to such conclusions about me. What I did not do is try to explain myself. I did what I did when I did it, said what I said when I said it.
I apologized and told Aaron Sizemore that he has always been my hero. And, no matter what he said or wrote, that he would always be my hero.
Then, I told him the things that I am sharing with you here. Without this man, I have a hole in my life and my own story can't be told.
Soon, I received an apologetic email from Aaron. He told me he'd been ill, felt himself wasting away and that he was frightened. The more important thing, he asked, was that I forgive him.
There was nothing to forgive, for there was never anything that Aaron Sizemore could say or write to me that was unforgivable.
We talked on the phone, about old times, mostly, and he asked me several times would I visit him if he ended up in a care facility. I told him, "Aaron, I'd get on a plane TODAY if you needed me."
He asked if he died would I say "something nice" about him. Of course, I said, not really taking into account that there was any seriousness to the request.
It was only October, after all, and as I told you from the outset, David Wesley James and Aaron Sizemore are heroes. They aren't supposed to die.
When I saw the email this morning from Aaron's beloved baby brother, Paul, I looked away from my phone as though a bee had stung my cornea. I didn't know Paul had my number, so my iPhone registered him as "(Probably Paul)."
What was certain, though, was his message: "Aaron passed away."
I don't cry often. I didn't think I would - until my wife asked if I'd make breakfast. Suddenly, it dawned on me that Aaron Sizemore would never have breakfast again, that the iPhone I'd promised to send was still sitting on my desk, and I bore a sudden weight of wondering why I didn't call him only yesterday when I thought of it?
The initial shock, like Aaron Sizemore, is gone now. I have not seen him in a very long time, but at the end, I believed there would certainly be more. Time, that is.
In closing, I offer my profound sadness and condolences to Aaron's mom, his big brother Tom (yes, the actor of whom Aaron was so proud), and to Paul.
If it helps, they should know that Aaron isn't totally gone - because I am here. Because so many others carry stories that are incomplete without Aaron Sizemore around to finish our sentences.
I will miss him. We will miss him.
What none of us will do, however, is forget him.
Aaron Sizemore, RIP. You will always be my hero.
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Mary Jo Duffy Posted Dec 18, 2021 at 7:46 PM
Wow when I pass I hope there is someone of my friends who could so eloquently sum up who I am. This is a beautiful tribute to a beautiful man. He and I went to high school together and I was blessed enough to sit behind him in English. He was a beautiful young man and yes, I had a crush on this soft spoken, unique intriguing person. I always knew he'd go places because he was highly intelligent. It saddens me to hear of much too early death. Prayers to everyone who loves him.
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Tija Spitsberg posted a condolence
Friday, December 17, 2021
I first met Aaron in, I think 1980, when I was spending a lot of time with his younger brother, Paul, whom I picked up from school each day to spend time at my house until his mom got off work. Over the years I got to appreciate Aaron's many talents and his brilliant mind, which many have mentioned here. I have not seen Aaron since we moved to New York, but I have had many conversations with him over the phone and on Facebook, so I have continued to feel his presence. I came to consider Aaron and his brothers and sister as part of my family, over the years, so this is the kind of personal loss too profound to express in words. We heard him play and sing in Ferndale, and I have loved reading his poems and snippets of his scripts over the years. His legacy lives on in my heart. Tija Spitsberg
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Rebekah Fleming posted a condolence
Friday, December 17, 2021
Aaron was my older step brother. Throughout our childhood and adolescent lives our contact ebbed and flowed, but in the times when we happened to live under the same roof, I gained so much from him. He taught me chords on the guitar, through his love of and conversations, he introduced me to the hearts of men like Bob Dylan and John Lennon.
Aaron was not someone you learned from because he ‘taught’. You learned from him just by being around him; the intensity of his feelings, the things he loved, the people who influenced him, and the efforts he made to live and move beyond obstacles that he did not build were all things that made him seem timeless to me. He was not a shallow man. The women I saw him with were nurturing, sober minded, kind and intelligent. His own physical beauty did not translate to that kind of arrogance.
Over the years As Aaron lost the battle to himself, he became isolated and was less accessible to those around him. But it does not take away from what he did give, the fight that he did fight, and the light that he shone when he had hope in himself, other people and life in general.
With so many years between us, I will always have the impression and guidance by the best of who Aaron was.
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Aaron was my older brother. He was so sweet and gentle and sensitive. As many others have stated, he was a brilliant man, a talented writer, musician, and lawyer. He was a devoted son, brother, and friend. If you ever had the pleasure of meeting him, you’ll remember his stunning blue eyes and beautiful smile. I am so sad he is gone. We lost our dad a little over two years ago and have gone through a terrible time. Please pray for his brothers and mother. This photo is from my wedding a little over 12 years ago. It was a lovely day. I love you Aaron; I hope you have found peace.
WAML (as our dad would say), Katie Guastello
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Dan Howard posted a condolence
Thursday, December 16, 2021
Some of the fondest memories I have are of hanging out with Paul and Aaron at their father’s house in South Lyon when Paul and I were in college. I would drive over there on the weekends, and the 3 of us would listen to music for hours and just talk and laugh. I would often bring my guitar out to the house to play alongside Aaron. Aaron was one of the best acoustic guitar players I’d ever heard. He was a gifted songwriter with skill and talent far beyond my own. I always learned something new from him every time we played together. But guitar playing and songwriting were just one of the many things that Aaron was gifted at.
In addition to being a lawyer, Aaron was a prolific writer of poetry, stories, and screenplays as well. He was a master of words. My vocabulary increased every time I hung out with Aaron. We often discussed our favorite authors and books we’d read. The number of books Aaron had read, and his knowledge of the literary classics was absolutely staggering. Aaron was one of the smartest, most knowledgeable people I have ever met in my life. I marveled at Aaron when I was a young college kid, and believed in my heart that there was nothing he couldn’t do. I really looked up to him. Aaron was brilliant, humble and kind, with a deep sense of compassion for people.
Though our interactions in recent years had been limited to Facebook and the occasional phone call, Aaron still remained one of my favorite people. He was my friend, and I loved him. I’m going to miss him dearly.
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Sizemore I am so sorry .407-782-2211 Aaron, I just want to thank you for everything. I will miss your voice and smile, and your laughter, all I ever known... And I wouldn't never change one memory.. you are and will always be my Sunshine. I will always, love and miss you. My son Aaron, will live up to the name .
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Keith Guyman posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
My heart goes out to all who Aaron touched and especially to his mother, I lost my daughter 2 years ago and there hasn’t been anything that has been so painful
Aaron was an incredible person, talented, knowledgeable, had a great sense of humor and was very intelligent but didn’t ever use that wit to cut. I will always remember him fondly.
I think I can speak for all when i say we will all miss him dearly
Keith Guyman
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From left to right, Tommy, my mother, myself and Aaron. Aaron and I spent a lot of weekends together over each other's houses growing up together. He was like an older brother to me, a role model and a hero. We played make-believe Batman and Robin, he read scary stories to me, we looked at his baseball cards, listened to music, played outside and just had more fun than anyone deserves. I'll miss him dearly as he was one of a kind.
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Wednesday, December 15, 2021
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To my sweet Aaron. Your laughter, smile, stories, music, poems, companionship, and friendship have forever changed me. You were and will always be the best friend I’ve ever known. You were unique… so gifted, so intelligent, so kind and generous, so thoughtful, so gentle. There’s still so much I want to say to you. For now I’ll just say Rest In Peace my love. Until we meet again….
Shannon
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Karen posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Edward and I would like to send our deepest condolences to the Sizemore family for their loss. I had the pleasure of meeting Aaron in 1996, when we became
neighbors. Aaron was always a pleasure to talk to, with his great smile and the many talents he had. Aaron was a lawyer, a writer , and musician. He will deeply missed.
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My condolences to the Sizemore family and to the world for this is everyones loss. I met Aaron in the 6th grade and we shared so many interests we soon became best friends. We both loved sports and getting good grades. He introduced me to Bruce Springsteen music and I introduced Three Dog Night to him. Aaron excelled in 4 sports and was the only runner I knew I would struggle to beat on the track. Aaron moved away but we always found a way to stay in touch. I wish I could have spent more time telling him how special he was.....he was my hero. Editor, song writer, poet, screenplay writer and attorney Aaron could have been anything he wanted to be and now he will be surely missed. Sincerly Gerald S. Shaffer
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Abbie Bazzi posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
Aaron was a wonderful neighbor, fellow attorney, musician, and screenwriter. I always knew he was creative but when I watched his movie “Good Thief” recently, I realized that he was more than creative. It was at that moment that it gripped me just how profound the loss of Aaron was, not just to me and my family, but to society, as well. He always did the right thing and never looked down on anyone. He was a man of integrity. Farewell, Aaron. Earth has lost a great and noble human being, and heaven has gained an
angel. Abbie
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Judith Kay Schannault Sizemore Posted Jan 13, 2022 at 12:56 PM
Thanks to you both for everything you have done for Aaron and me and
for your unending generosity, during the filming of "Good Thief." You made a huge difference from the use of you building, Byblos Banquet Center's wonderful food for the cast and crew, and care for the producer, from LA, Hicham. You both made the production of Aaron's screenplay come together. We will always be thankful to the wonderful Bazzi family. Also thank you to Allison and Alex Bazzi for starring in the film..
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