Heroin Support Blog

Our goal here is to provide our readers with the latest information about the signs substance abuse disorder, support groups, treatment options, life in recovery, prevention & advocacy in our communities, and how to deal with the grief of a lost loved one. If you have ideas or suggestions that you wish to share with us here please use our "Contact Us" page at the very bottom of this page to email us. You can click on our Memorial Map to add your loved ones tribute to the map and then a few days later we will add them to our memorial blog.

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Larry Sloan - Age: 26 - Passed: 12/17/2007

340-340 E Central St, Franklin, Massachusetts, 02038

Their Name

Larry sloan

Their Nickname

Sloan

Birthday

4/14/1981

Age at Time They Passed

26

Date Passed

12/17/2007

Your First & Last Name

Kathy sloan

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Fun, loving, happy, carefree

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Larry struggled from the young age of 10 till the day he passed

What made them smile?

His children and neice

What do you miss the most about them today?

Everything

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I love u

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Alan Burnett - Age: 36 - Passed: 9/18/2019

101-115 W Richardson Ave, Summerville, South Carolina, 29483

Their Name

Alan Burnett

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

2/6/1983

Age at Time They Passed

36

Date Passed

9/18/2019

Your First & Last Name

Pam Burnett

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Before substance abuse started, he was happy, hardworking, always smiling, laughing, joking, and a helpful person. He also tried to help people that were fighting addiction.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

The struggles he had with substance abuse, he was angry and tried very hard not to give up, tried going to rehabs several times and was successful only a couple of times, he kept himself isolated from other people, and he spent his money on drugs.

What made them smile?

The things that made him smile were his wife, kids, family, he loved telling puns, anytime he could help someone else.

What do you miss the most about them today?

I miss everything about him especially, his beautiful dark blue eyes, his wonderful smile, his hearty laugh, the sound of his voice, and hugs, he gave the best hugs.

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

If I had the chance to say one more thing today, it would be that I love you so much and wish I could have prevented you from using drugs.

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Philip Michael Granger - Age: 38 - Passed: 5/29/2020

75-91 Main St, Warwick, New York, 10990

Their Name

Philip Michael Granger

Their Nickname

Philly

Birthday

11/18/1981

Age at Time They Passed

38

Date Passed

5/29/2020

Your First & Last Name

Kathryn Granger

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Phil was so funny. He had such a dry sense of humor and made everyone laugh. He loved sports. He played golf and football in high school. Phil suffered from depression at an early age. When he was 14 he went to a treatment center in Utah for 8 months. When he came back he went to Don Bosco high school. He excelled and was his happiest. He had so many friends .

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Phil was a late starter with opioids. He drank alcohol but nothing crazy. He had a serious skin disease which caused him a lot of pain. He also hurt his back and was prescribed pain pills. He told me the first time he took one he felt normal. It calmed his terrible anxiety. That was the beginning. He eventually started using heroin. He was in and out of rehabs, jail and lived on the streets. My poor son❤️????????

What made them smile?

Phil’s daughter Lily Anna. He loved her so much.

What do you miss the most about them today?

I don’t miss the insanity but I miss my son. I miss his sense of humor. I miss watching him and his daughter interact . They were great together.

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I’m so sorry????

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Patrick koons - Age: 30 - Passed: 11/7/2018

1-69 W Noble St, Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, 18634

Their Name

Patrick koons

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

12/3/1987

Age at Time They Passed

30

Date Passed

11/7/2018

Your First & Last Name

Christine koons

Relationship to Loved One

Sibling

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

A beautiful soul ..willing to help everyone..He was a warehouse manager for Years at a big chain furniture. Pat truly loved his family and friends

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

rereational use...Pat didnt have 600$ for a toothache so a bag was cheaper for the pain...wrong bag..fentanyl

What made them smile?

His smile..everything

What do you miss the most about them today?

His kindness

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

Im sorry i couldnt do more to help

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Evan Michael Affer - Age: 18 - Passed: 5/28/2019

1-99 Michigan Ave, Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Their Name

Evan Michael Affer

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

2/8/2001

Age at Time They Passed

18

Date Passed

5/28/2019

Your First & Last Name

Nanette affer

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Outgoing loving

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Depression. Wanted the pain to go away.

What made them smile?

Friends, family. Loved his grandma

What do you miss the most about them today?

Everything

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I love u. I want to help

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Corey Wellman - Age: 37 - Passed: 4/15/2018

1200-1234 Broadway St, Quincy, Illinois, 62301

Their Name

Corey Wellman

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

2/25/1981

Age at Time They Passed

37

Date Passed

4/15/2018

Your First & Last Name

Deborah Wellman

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Funny, loving, practical joker especially with his mother, good father.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Corey struggled with heroin addiction. It turned him into a person he didn’t want to be. Corey did 3 separate rounds of rehab. The last being the most promising. Unfortunately he lost the battle after 7 months clean.

What made them smile?

Being with his family.

What do you miss the most about them today?

I miss him more than words can say but I also miss what he is missing out on with his kids. Every milestone is marked with happiness and sadness because he is not there.

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I love you, I miss you, and I forgive you.

Considering donating in memory of Corey Wellman who life was cut short at the age of 37 sadly.

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Brian Burke - Age: 36 - Passed: 1/28/2014

450-498 Main St, Lemont, Illinois, 60439

Their Name

Brian Burke

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

1/13/1978

Age at Time They Passed

36

Date Passed

1/28/2014

Your First & Last Name

Debbie Burke

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Brian was always there for the underdog. He was so loved by all of us.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

We tried, we really did – I keep wondering what we could have done different or what we should have done. Counselors, doctors, many rehabs, jail, enabling, tough love, living homeless, living with us…we tried it all. Brian was delusional, paranoid, bipolar…drugs did this to him. In and out of rehab, in and out of jail…I hid what I could – I didn't want people to think we raised him this way – we didn't. We can only hope that now Brian can see how much he was loved and how we tried our hardest to help him. Drugs changed his life and ours forever. I hate drugs! I hate what it does to the addict, I hate what it does to the family. Drugs can only cause heartache. Brian lost so many friends..from overdoses and from the way the drugs made him act. He wasn't Brian anymore – his life wasn't his own.Stealing, lying, living life with only one thing in mind. I had hoped he could beat the horrible demons that took over his life – at least now he is at peace..no more delusions finally at peace...

What made them smile?

When he was clean for a year

What do you miss the most about them today?

Just him...before drugs

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I’m sorry I didn’t know how to help you. You know I’ve always loved you.

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Cirildo Soliz III - Age: 28 - Passed: 6/23/2019

Allen's Auto Parts

Their Name

Cirildo Soliz III

Their Nickname

Mr C

Birthday

7/2/1990

Age at Time They Passed

28

Date Passed

6/23/2019

Your First & Last Name

Yolanda Alvarez

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

A fun loving son love going to the movies always giving best place going to the beach would always bring me back shells if he will go with friends love foods he had a beautiful smile

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Losing interest in almost everything would be in his room all the time would get mad for no reason could not sleep at most nights having bad dreams take my things and sell them lies staying out all night walking alone late at night

What made them smile?

When he felt good going out with his sister he loved her so much when I would tell him how good he looked that day having family together our talk and my cooking

What do you miss the most about them today?

His texts every morning to say good morning love you mom and every night to say good night love you mom his voice him coming through that door and saying what you got to eat mom I'm hungry his beautiful smile laugh he had a funny laugh

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

Wait Cirildo give your mom a hug mommy loves you let me take a picture before you leave

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Casey Allen Stoddard - Age: 20 - Passed: 3/26/2019

4027-4041 SC-49, Clover, South Carolina, 29710

Their Name

Casey Allen Stoddard

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

8/13/1998

Age at Time They Passed

20

Date Passed

3/26/2019

Your First & Last Name

Shannon Miller

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Casey was ALWAYS fun loving and very outgoing with a sense of humor and a personality that was bigger than life. He was always kind and nonjudmental and was a friend to everyone.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Casey was pretty much in denial about having a problem at all.I believe in his own mind, whether he admitted it or not, he knew that he did.He reached out to me about 3 months before he died wanting to change his life around. He was definitely clean and traveling and working every day doing industrial construction with his step dad and was doing really well. He had saved several thousand dollars in about 3 months and had planned to keep traveling and learning the power industry. He decided to take a break between jobs for a few weeks and went back to SC after working in Georgia for the previous 3 months, and was looking forward to going to work on a project in Texas that was scheduled in the near future. To make a long story short, the day he arrived back in SC,he met up with a person who he was connected with before he decided to change his life around and he actually overdosed and died that very same day that he arrived back home in SC. Casey is missed and loved

What made them smile?

Casey loved seeing other people happy. He truly did. He was a joker and that helped him make a lot of friends through school .He was the type that if you had an argument, and even if it was YOUR fault, he would always be the one to come up and say,"I love you. '

What do you miss the most about them today?

That sweet demeanor and his sweet messages to me. I miss getting to see the man that he was developing into when he settled down for the 3 months before he died. He was starting to evolve into a mature young man. I miss his loving heart and sweet soul.

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I love you and I hope that I never let you go a day in your life that you didn't know that. Even in your darkest times,the joy that you brought to me outweighs anything else above and beyond.

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Nicky Brian Plump - Age: 30 - Passed: 9/24/2018

 
US-17 N, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29575

Their Name

Nicky Brian Plump

Their Nickname

Boyd, Nickaroo

Birthday

5/1/1988

Age at Time They Passed

30

Date Passed

9/24/2018

Your First & Last Name

KIM PLUMP

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Nicky was a beautiful person inside and out. He had a smile that would light up the room when he entered. He would help everyone he loved family gathering .He loved to hang out with his friends. And he worked for every thing he wanted. And he loved his family very much.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Nicky struggle alot with this disorder how and where he would get money to buy his pills. He couldnt pay his bills that lead to evictions. Plus so much more.

What made them smile?

Everything and any thing made Nicky smile. Family holidays with his cousin telling jokes. And the day his son Richie was born. Nicky was always smiling then

What do you miss the most about them today?

I miss his smile, being able just to speak to him. To his hear his laugh I miss everything about my son.

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I would tell how how much I love him. And I am so very proud of him. If I could have switch places with him I would.

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Erica Botley Lancour - Age: 26 - Passed: 8/15/2016

43130, Lancaster, Ohio

Their Name

Erica Botley Lancour

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

1/24/1990

Age at Time They Passed

26

Date Passed

8/15/2016

Your First & Last Name

Stephen Craig Botley Jr

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Bubbly, happy! I always said in every picture my daughter was in she had a big smile on her face.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

She went through detox numerous times at Talbot Hall , she also had a very long stint in a recovery center in Wellston Ohio called The Georgia Harris House, her coping skills, anxiety and depression always led her back to addiction to cover her pains. She was also diagnosed with mental illness which Led her back to addiction. She fought addiction hard as she wanted to live and had so much to live for including 2 children.

What made them smile?

Her family, her children especially! Her sense of good worth, she was a functioning addict and was doing so many good things in life that made her happy including working on a welding degree in school, securing her first apartment and car all on her own! Her friends from all walks of life, recovery, school and the military! She served in our United States Army as military police!

What do you miss the most about them today?

Her smile, our talks, our hugs. Her not being able to watch her children Alainia and Liam growing up!

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I truly wish I could tell her how much I love her! I was her rock through all of the addiction, in death so many of her friends have come to me to tell me how much she truly loved and cared for me!

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Mark Jack - Age: 26 - Passed: 3/27/2016

5247 Southcrest Ave, Hamburg, New York, 14075

Their Name

Mark Jack

Their Nickname

Sonshine

Birthday

3/25/1990

Age at Time They Passed

26

Date Passed

3/27/2016

Your First & Last Name

Tricia Costantino

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Mark was so funny and incredibly smart. He had a huge heart and loved his friends and family.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Mark was addicted for 8 years. Mark dabbled with almost everything and quit before starting the next drug of choice. When he started Heroin it didn't take him long to realize he couldn't "just" quit. He went to many rehabs and did many stints in jail because of illegal activity to get drugs. He made me mad and so sad because I as his mother saw his pain and couldn't make it better

What made them smile?

When others laughed, when he and his poppies would talk. When I smiled my baby smiled. Playing basketball with his friends.

What do you miss the most about them today?

Our talks and his amazing hugs!

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I was proud of you, so unbelievably proud of you Love you infinity plus 1

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Kayla Ann Dyer - Age: 22 - Passed: 10/7/2016

313 Carsley Rd, Harrison, Maine, 04040

Their Name

Kayla Ann Dyer

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

10/9/1993

Age at Time They Passed

22

Date Passed

10/7/2016

Your First & Last Name

Wendy Baker

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Friendly, helping family and friends. She was always there for anybody that she loves

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

I didn’t know she was doing it. First time

What made them smile?

Babies, children, family, her husband, parents and siblings

What do you miss the most about them today?

I miss chatting with Kayla I miss her helping out with me. I miss hear stories how happy she was even when she had depression.

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I love you

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Zach Cameron - Age: 31 - Passed: 2/23/2021

65616, Branson, Missouri

Their Name

Zach Cameron

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

2/24/1989

Age at Time They Passed

31

Date Passed

2/23/2021

Your First & Last Name

Ashley Cameron

Relationship to Loved One

Sibling

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Zach was someone special that left an impression on everybody who met him. If it wasn't those green eyes and long eye lashes then it was his personality and sense of humor that drew people to him. He was always the life of the party and made everyone around him laugh. He loved unconditionally and he considered his closest friends to be like brothers and sisters. He was uncle Zach to not just his nieces and nephews but to his friends kids as well. Zach was a proud brother, who loved and cared about us more than we deserved. He stood up to anybody to defend and protect his sisters. He was kind, caring, smart, handsome, and ridiculously funny.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

can remember the exact moment that things got bad for Zach and addiction would take over his life. He was fifteen years old, I was seventeen. I had an infant son and was getting up in the middle of the night to make his bottle when I walked past Zach's room and could see the silhouette of him sitting in the dark on his bedroom floor, crying, listening to music. He had just gotten home from the hospital where he and his then girlfriend would go with the advice of the physicians to remove their 45 day old son who was born prematurely off life support. Life for Zach after that moment was pure chaos. He would use any drug he could get his hands onto and push his limits to face many overdose scares.

What made them smile?

His son Abel

What do you miss the most about them today?

His jokes.

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I love you so much. Please stop, dont do this. I need you so bad.

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Greg Heidbrink - Age: 48 - Passed: 3/17/2021

63349, Hawk Point, Missouri

Their Name

Greg Heidbrink

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

9/16/1972

Age at Time They Passed

48

Date Passed

3/17/2021

Your First & Last Name

Ashley Cameron

Relationship to Loved One

Sibling

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Sadly, I've never known my brother before his substance abuse.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Greg’s addiction to meth began before I was even born. He spent a majority of his adult life in prison because of it. It also caused the relationship with his two children to become estranged and ultimately take his life when he unknowlying snorted fentanyl laced meth. Greg was born to teenage parents; his dad would spend most of his life in prison and our mom would abuse and neglect him. He would grow up calling his step dad, my father, dad. My dad would proudly call him his son and was so happy to let Greg move in with him this last year to help care for him, and he was pleased to do it. Our brother Zach had died 22 days prior of an overdose and Greg was so devastated by it he didnt even attend the funeral. He stayed home and got high instead.

What made them smile?

Family.

What do you miss the most about them today?

His voice.

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

Your not alone. We all love you so much and we can all get through this together.

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Paul Dunleavy Reithlingshoefer - Age: 34 - Passed: 4/9/2017

135 Conduit Street, Annapolis. MD

Their Name

Paul Dunleavy Reithlingshoefer

Their Nickname

Paulie

Birthday

10/21/1982

Age at Time They Passed

34

Date Passed

4/9/2017

Your First & Last Name

Jessie Dunleavy

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

My son, Paul, went through school in special education. He didn't have a lot of confidence and was reticent in a group situation. He was characterized by others as sweet-natured and kind and was close to his family and a few friends. Among his disabilities were a language impairment and a hand tremor, with the former slowing his processing time and the latter precluding adequate control of a pencil, both of which made school an ongoing struggle. As a teenager, on his own, he started to write poetry, most of which he didn't share with others. I believe it was his outlet for self expression. Over the years this interest grew and, thanks to his use of a laptop, his writing was legible enough to enable his creativity and his insight to shine. He was also musical -- played the guitar -- and had a wonderful sense of humor. His capacity to think exceeded the school programs he experienced and, after finishing high school at the age of 20, he was ill-prepared for suitable employment.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Paul turned to drugs in his early 20s. I believe he found they provided relief from his self doubt and his worry about future opportunities. It didn't take long for addiction to set in, and he experienced multiple programs, most of which were not appropriate for him and, in some cases, were downright destructive. He was incarcerated twice, making his already dismal employment opportunities nearly out of reach. He did have stretches of avoiding drug use, the longest of which was toward the end of his life when he had a job he loved and was able to get his first apartment, both aspects of his life that made him proud. He relapsed and failed to find the help he sought, first a program and, when that fell through, he and I tired to get Suboxone to no avail. While still midst of this quest, he died alone in his apartment.

What made them smile?

It was so easy to make him laugh. He smiled at a lot of things: triumphs of others, animals, children, a new pair of jeans, a compliment, or a plan with a friend. He had grown enough to laugh at himself which he did in good humor. His job was a source of joy which included camaraderie he'd not always had. He also loved music and derived much pleasure from it. Lastly, there was his poetry -- something he knew he was good at.

What do you miss the most about them today?

I miss talking to him, hearing his ideas, or his stories about experiences he'd had. His apartment was just a few blocks from me and we did a lot together to fix it up. Sometimes he'd come over just to watch TV with me, often bringing ice cream to shore-up the chances of me going along.

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I admired you tremendously and in many ways believe your resilience reenforces mine.

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Billy Cloutier - Age: 21 - Passed: 1/24/2015

2-24 Mason Rd, West Townsend, Massachusetts, 01474

Their Name

Billy Cloutier

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

2/7/1993

Age at Time They Passed

21

Date Passed

1/24/2015

Your First & Last Name

Carrie A Curry

Relationship to Loved One

Other Relative

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Most lovable and funniest kid you have ever met

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Herion was his drug of choice

What made them smile?

Their jokes.

What do you miss the most about them today?

His smile and higs

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I love you

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Dillon Wentz - Age: 23 - Passed: 7/7/2015

1-99 North St, Hanover, Pennsylvania, 17331

Their Name

Dillon Wentz

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

9/11/1991

Age at Time They Passed

23

Date Passed

7/7/2015

Your First & Last Name

Amanda Lentz

Relationship to Loved One

Sibling

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Dillon was very into sports! He played all sports throughout school.He especially loved his football team, the Raiders. Family was the most important thing to Dillon though, he loved being with his family!

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Dillon’s step brother took his own life and he could not find a way to deal with his emotions. This struggle led him to numb his feelings with drugs.

What made them smile?

His niece made him smile no matter what

What do you miss the most about them today?

I miss his silly laugh. I miss him making everyone around him laugh

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I love you so much

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Sean Michael yates - Age: 20 - Passed: 5/21/2013

101-199 N East St, Linden, Michigan, 48451

Their Name

Sean Michael yates

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

5/26/1992

Age at Time They Passed

20

Date Passed

5/21/2013

Your First & Last Name

Lisa Yates

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Fun, popular, such a great son very athletic happy go lucky.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

He didn't think he had a problem. He was in and out of hospitals for over dosing. He loved his dope but toward the end of his life I think he was tired of that life and admitted he had a problem. He worked but he struggled getting up everyday to get there and it was wearing him out.

What made them smile?

Being with friends and family. Sadly his drugs made him smile too.

What do you miss the most about them today?

I miss his smile and laugh and his presence. He started being more like his old self toward the end of his life.

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

How much I miss you and look forward to seeing you in heaven.

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Curt Lukens - Age: 34 - Passed: 12/7/2014

2311-2345 2nd St, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, 44221

Their Name

Curt Lukens

Their Nickname

Diggs

Birthday

3/27/1980

Age at Time They Passed

34

Date Passed

12/7/2014

Your First & Last Name

Debbie Lukens

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

Tell us what they were like before they developed a substance use disorder*

Curt sang in a band, always loved painting, collecting superhero items and comic books, was a “ foodie” ... was passionate about his favorite foods, his family and his dog. He was witty, friendly, loving.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Curt was employed in a place where illegal drugs were readily available. He and some friends got interested and soon were unable to break free. On many occasions during a ten year struggle, he would make the decision to be clean and sober. He would suffer thru violent bouts of pain, trembling, vomiting... he would end up homeless, sold off his personal possessions in order to support his habit. He would come home to us for a good meal... some cigarettes... dog food...but was never given cash. He had the love of a woman, but the love of his life left when his habit began. When he decided for the last time that he had had enough, he began eating and drinking beer. This went on for 6 months. He gained 60 lbs. Then one day when he was angry with me , he had sprained his ankle. I was only getting information second hand, since he would not answer my texts. He went seeking drugs that one last time. He was found lifeless on the floor of his girlfriend’s garage.

What made them smile?

His dog, his family, being able to be the life of the party, snd his own jokes!

What do you miss the most about them today?

There is not enough room for me to write all that i miss about my boy. His voice, his smile, his caring hugs, his wit, his knowledge of things I had no idea he even cared about! And the list goes on..

If you had a chance to say one more thing to today what would it be?

I need him to know how much his life mattered and how badly our hearts are hurting since he left us. He left this world angry with me , and I must deal with this guilt on top of the horrendous grief!

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