Kate Cassidy, a social media influencer from New Jersey, remembered the One Direction singer with a heartfelt message online.

Cassidy described Payne as having “the kindest soul and the most fun-loving spirit,” saying that his loss makes her feel “like I’ve lost the best part of myself,” and adding, “I can’t imagine a day without your laughter and love. You brought so much light into my life.”

Liam Payne’s girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, shared a handwritten note from Payne detailing his plans for their relationship. “Me and Kate to marry within a year/engaged & 2gether 4ever 444,” Payne wrote on a piece of notebook paper.