I have said a prayer of salvation for this friend who passed away. God always was and always will be and has heard this prayer even before He created the universe. God will answer any prayer that is aligned with His will and desire and it states in the bible that it is God's will and desire that none shall perish but have eternal life in His presence. Rest assured, your friend is now in capable hands. I pray that you have the blessed assured hope that you will one day see your friend again along with all those that you love.