Miles Dragonfly Anthony Trombley was a force to be reckoned with. He loved fiercely, fought bravely and burned brightly. He was a son, brother, grandson, cousin and nephew — he shall be sorely missed by all.
Miles was an amazing artist and a brilliant thinker. He had extraordinary friendships and a uniquely warped sense of humor. He was an excellent cook and a magnificent joint roller, who enjoyed imbibing in good spirits, with good spirits — especially fine whiskeys. He loved Spice, his snake, and the many cats that helped him grow from baby to boy to man. For those who really knew him — he was extremely sensitive underneath his tough-guy exterior and felt, loved and cared deeply for those in his family, in his pack and in the world at large.
The tumultuous nature of the world of late had a catastrophic effect on our beloved Miles Dragonfly — it was painful, and he felt it deeply. Life is beautiful, terrifying, uplifting, overwhelming, ecstatic, lonely and sacred.
It is also fleeting.
And our sweet, fleet-footed warrior son chose to ascend from this world swiftly and, I’m told, painlessly, alone and by his own hand.
We are shocked by the realization and the suddenness of this transition. The repercussions and the depths of our sorrow shall be felt for always, though in time we hope that the weight we bear shall lighten — from earthen to air — like the fluttering of a winged and wondrous creature — a messenger between worlds: our beloved Miles Dragonfly.
This article appears in January 28 • 2026.
This is one of the most beautiful eulogies I’ve ever read. He must have been greatly loved.
Thank you, it is just very completely, authentically Miles. Indeed he was greatly loved & is greatly loved.. We miss him each & every day, more than words can say. Thank you for your kind words.
Miles Dragonfly ~ We know that you were (and ARE) really something special & precious since you inspired a eulogy as beautiful and as poetic as this one. May you be blessed in your new freedom form and may those who love you who are still on this plane feel comfort, knowing that your spirit is nearby always.
Love to you, Miles Dragonfly ~ and to all of your loved ones.
Thank you so very much, your words are greatly appreciated. Love to you as well.
I am so sorry for the loss of your precious beloved boy and for the pain of losing him suddenly. I can tell he was a poetic and special soul who was loved immensely. I am praying for comfort for your family and for your sweet boy.
Many thanks, how very kind of you. We miss him every single day. Blessed be.
Stayed with me always through everything we was enduring we made it all work you were such a good brother to me i couldn’t even see this coming, work isn’t easy without you now brothaa i remember runnin off with you during all the free time we found at work one of my favorite times was when we ran downtown on foot around i forgot which holiday and we wasn’t even expecting fireworks but they started going off and we were like lets go, another great time was when we ran to the gas station and came across them college kids who was liking our vibe and invited us to a house party and i was making you get groovy we was drinking there drinks haha good times bro ima miss you dearly im glad we got to have one last convo just before you left. Forever love you bro my heart hurts writing this i wanted you to see more bro.
May he live on in your memories & in your heart.
These are words you never wanted to hear; this is the most beautiful eulogy I have read, ever. I can only imagine the strength it took to write it. What an extraordinary gift your words have woven, and I feel blessed to have read them.
Thank you so very much Susan. These words pretty much wrote themselves- I just had to focus on the essence of Miles and his relation to the world & they came pouring out. I wanted to honor my beautiful boy with the strength he possessed & the dignity he deserved.
Our hearts shall carry him always. Thanks again for your kindness.
Love you Star. I miss you and wish I could hug you. I’m so sorry for this painful news as it hurts our hearts. May his joy forever bring us laughter. May we find peace with his love. Blessings to your family in your time of need.
Thanks Melanie, I love you too. Thank you for your blessings, they are greatly appreciated, peace be with you.
Thoughts and prayers
Thanks, dear. May he live on in your memories and any time you do something wild & willfully against the grain.
So so saddened to hear of your loss. Your precious son.
Thank you Linda, I appreciate hearing that & I love you.