Local real estate agent Troy Hutsler died last week. He was 48. A celebration of his life will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Jennings Funeral Home at 1801 East Oakland Park Blvd. Anyone who knew him well will be invited to say a few words at 7 p.m.

“We’ve been friends for 13 years. It’s hard to sum up anyone’s relationship in a few words. He won’t be suffering any longer. He’s at peace,” said Robert Joshua. “I don’t know why God gives us these challenges and this is a challenge for me. No one wants to hear that their best friend takes his life. He had absolutely turned a corner a year ago and was doing very well for himself. I’ll never understand.”

His boss Carl Marzola of Atlantic Properties commented on Facebook: “Our dear friend and Associate of 15 years with Atlantic Properties had suddenly passed away this past week. We all will remember Troy's charismatic personality, warmth and passion for helping others regardless of the consequences to him. At true real estate professional. I was proud to have him on our team, now he's on God's team. May God always bless him as we ALL will surely miss him here and will keep him in our prayers.”