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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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Kyle B Furney - Age: 30 - Passed: 3/9/2014

501-599 Harris Ave, Palmetto, Georgia, 30268

Their Name

Kyle B Furney

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

5/17/1983

Age at Time They Passed

30

Date Passed

3/9/2014

Your First & Last Name

Carolyn Furney

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

Kyle was would light up a room when he walked in. He never met a stranger. Full of life. Always wanted everyone to be happy. He was a loving son, brother, uncle and father. Being a father was what he lived for. He loved his daughter more that anything in the world.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

I think Kyle’s troubles started when his grand mother came to live with us. She had Dementia. Kyle’s father was diagnosed with severe COPD around the same time. When I think back he was struggling with depression. Over time drugs and alcohol I think was his way of escaping. He was real good at hiding what he was doing.

What made them smile?

His baby girl. Seeing her was the best thing in his life.

What do you miss the most about them today?

His smile and laughter.

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

I forgive you and I love you.

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Bridget Ford - Age: 26 - Passed: 10/20/2011

377-381 Dudley Rd, Ft Mitchell, Kentucky, 41017

Their Name

Bridget Ford

Their Nickname

Aunt B

Birthday

7/6/1985

Age at Time They Passed

26

Date Passed

10/20/2011

Your First & Last Name

Amanda Hill

Relationship to Loved One

Sibling

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

Happy Fun loving, Hilarious, determined

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

My sister started with drinking then it went to pill use then heroin. She went to rehab twice and jail multiple times before she lost her battle.

What made them smile?

family and friends

What do you miss the most about them today?

everything! Mostly her smile, calling her to chat or gossip. I miss her every single day!

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

I love you more then life and you can do this!

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TYLER COOK - Age: 25 - Passed: 11/13/2013

509-553 W 5th St, Connersville, Indiana, 47331

Their Name

TYLER COOK

Their Nickname

TY-MAN

Birthday

4/16/1988

Age at Time They Passed

25

Date Passed

11/13/2013

Your First & Last Name

AMY R COOK

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

TYLER WAS AN AWESOME KID WITH A HUGE HEART, HE LOVED SCHOOL AND SPORTS AND NEVER COMPLAINED ABOUT ANYTHING. HE WAS A LISTENER FOR ANYONE AND NEVE JUDGED.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

STARTED OUT WITH ALCOHOL IN HIGH SCHOOL, THEN STARTED TAKING BENZO'S AND OPIATES. SOMEONE AT HIS JOB INTRODUCED HIM TO HERION. HE HAD BEEN CLEAN A YEAR AT THE TIME OF HIS DEATH. WAS WORKING 60 HOURS A WEEK AND ATTENDING 3 MEETINGS PER WEEK.

What made them smile?

FAMILY

What do you miss the most about them today?

TYLER WAS NOT ONLY MY SON BUT MY BEST FRIEND. WE WERE ESPECIALLY CLOSE AND ALWAYS DONE THINGS TOGETHER.

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

I'M SORRY I COULDN'T SAVE YOU...

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Jonathan Wilson - Age: 25 - Passed: 11/2/2015

18030-18046 Webster Rd, Craigsville, West Virginia, 26205

Their Name

Jonathan Wilson

Their Nickname

Jono5000

Birthday

8/5/1990

Age at Time They Passed

25

Date Passed

11/2/2015

Your First & Last Name

Kimberly & Bruce Duncan

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

Craigsville,Wv Lived there his whole life. JON was such a happy creative child. He loved music it was his passion, he wrote songs, sang and played in a band. He loved his little Brother they got along well. Jon succeeded at anything he tried, he was advanced for his age. He was a beautiful person with the biggest gorgeous smile.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Jon started abusing opiates at age 15 he started out with Marijuana and drinking he biological dad sadly contributed to his addiction, he said he was sad and never got in trouble and thought if he done something bad it would get his dad's attention and he would love him, he said his dad never would tell him he loved him or give him a hug and he wanted what other dads gave their sons. But he was hooked and it was too late he went to rehab two months only to get out on his 18th bday and his dad bought him alcohol and it started all over again.

What made them smile?

Music made Jon smile, when Jon and me (mom) would go for drives and walk together we would laugh and have such a great time. Jon loved animals they gave him comfort, and he always smiled when I gave him hugs and told him how much I loved him and how proud I was of him. He was an excellent sportsmen and skateboarder, played about any instrument and playing his acoustic guitar gave him peace and made him smile, he would always sing and look up to the heavens.

What do you miss the most about them today?

I miss everything about him, I miss hearing him come through the door and saying mom will you cook me some food, I miss his calls and late night texts just to say I love you mom or I love yah'more. I miss hearing him sing I miss hearing his guitar playing, I miss hearing him playing Xbox live and yelling at the game l0l, I miss him and his brother being together and hanging out, his little brother looked up to him and took it hard when he passed, mostly I miss his bear hugs he would give me and the kiss on the cheek. He was a good kid with a beautiful soul he is missed so so much.

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

I would tell him how much he was loved and their is more out there than having to depend on substances. I would have begged him to stay home and not left that day. But mostly how much I love him and I was proud of him.

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Matthew Cassagio - Age: 19 - Passed: 7/9/2014

1729 E 3rd Ave, Bay Shore, New York, 11706

Their Name

Matthew Cassagio

Their Nickname

Matt

Birthday

7/9/1995

Age at Time They Passed

19

Date Passed

7/9/2014

Your First & Last Name

Ellen Weinstein

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

Matthew was a very loving caring youngest child of 4 . Growing up with educational and medical disabilities , Matt struggled to keep up. He was a football player from 5th grade to 12th. Matthew has 3 older sisters who miss him very much .

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

I didn’t know enough .

What made them smile?

Friends , football, handball.. his puppy Maggie. Good good ????

What do you miss the most about them today?

His wide arms hug . Quiet talks , both honest and painful but always funny

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

Matthew, You are missed every moment of my days .. your sisters and I remember you with deep love and live with the pain of your absence

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Dennis Bristow - Age: 26 - Passed: 2/2/2013

100-198 S Bridge St, Belding, Michigan, 48809

Their Name

Dennis Bristow

Their Nickname

Denny

Birthday

8/2/1986

Age at Time They Passed

26

Date Passed

2/2/2013

Your First & Last Name

Sherri Boster

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

Adventurous and loving.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

He got addicted to oxytocin in high school. And later turned to heroin for the same affect but cheaper.

What made them smile?

Hunting and riding ATV’s with his brother Randy

What do you miss the most about them today?

I miss his humor, smile and hugs.

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

I hope you know how very much I love you

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Aaron Peter Crook - Age: 23 - Passed: 9/10/2012

22000-22004 Saticoy St, Canoga Park, California, 91303

Their Name

Aaron Peter Crook

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

8/5/1989

Age at Time They Passed

23

Date Passed

9/10/2012

Your First & Last Name

Alison Crook

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

Aaron was born in Johannesburg South Africa and we moved to USA when he was 4 years old. He was a happy child,, could amuse himself for ours,he made friends easily and played a number of sports. He was a very intelligent , incredibly handsome young man with olive complexion and a beautiful smile.He had a great sense of humor and contagious laugh.He liked to dress the part and nearly always wore a baseball cap.He was a deep thinker but he worried about the future a lot. He loved animals, he had 2 tanks of tropical fish and bred African fresh water fish.. He had compassion for people especially for those with physical or mental disabilities and when he was young it would make him sad. He loved watching history and Nat Geo channels.On the outside he appeared to be happy, social confident, his friends said he joked a lot but he said he didn't feel that inside, he put on a brave face. He was a brilliant problem solver.Through his addiction he graduate high school & Assoc degree.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Aaron started smoking pot in 8th grade leading to cocaine ,pills by 18 he was an IV heroin user,working but also dealing to support his habit. Truancy, missing for days at a time, arrests for possession ,a short spell in Juvenile Hall and jail when he was 19 . Late night phone calls either from police or Aaron needing help. A narrow escape from a stab wound during a deal that went wrong, Counselling, outpatient & inpatient rehab.A spinal fusion at age 19 due to a misdiagnosed spinal fracture from a fall/car accident at age 14/15, this was a definitive factor in his narcotic addiction the pain never resolving. Through all this family chaos, angry words we can never take back but also unconditional love, never giving up on him.Aaron got sober at 22, best we had ever seen him on his 23rd birthday he was glowing. A month later the call every addicts mother dreads- he'd been found dead of a heroin overdose.Aaron told me that the worst day of his life was the day he started using heroin.

What made them smile?

Messing around with his friends, silly family stuff, our pets, his tropical fish, Twix and M&Ms & ice cream and favorite films and TV shows.

What do you miss the most about them today?

His smile that showed off his dimples,the way his eyes twinkled, his laugh, his sense of humor and his strong hugs.

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

We love you so very much and we are so sorry we could not save you

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Joshua and Amber Morgan - Age: 21 & 18 - Passed: 9/11/2010

1242-1298 22nd St, Granite City, Illinois, 62040

Their Name

Joshua and Amber Morgan

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

3/23/1989

Age at Time They Passed

21 & 18

Date Passed

9/11/2010

Your First & Last Name

Ruth Scott

Relationship to Loved One

Other Relative

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

They were both happy and living life. They had just had a baby girl 5 months before and they were so excited being parents

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

I never even knew they were using. I don't think it was an addiction I know it was just a bad batch that took them both.

What made them smile?

Their baby girl Lilly

What do you miss the most about them today?

He was my 2nd son he was my goofball and he just knew how to make everyone smile. It didn't seem like I really knew her they had only been together a short time but I loved her none the less. After they passed I lost my granddaughter to adoption and she was taken to Florida far away from us.

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

I love you very much and it breaks my heart everyday that your not here

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Vanessa Abbott - Age: 24 - Passed: 1/31/2015

433-499 W McGee St, Greensboro, North Carolina, 27401

Their Name

Vanessa Abbott

Their Nickname

Nessie

Birthday

6/23/1990

Age at Time They Passed

24

Date Passed

1/31/2015

Your First & Last Name

Randy Abbott

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then this one could be a novel. It would be a book about a life of love for everyone and everything, it would be about a life of truly believing that all people deserved to be treated with dignity and respect no matter what. Vanessa believed that everyone has a loving, caring side just waiting to get out. Not only did she love everyone and everything, mostly they loved her back, though she didn’t always see it. I sometimes think she could have picked up a rattlesnake and it would have instantly been her friend. Then there was her smile. I don’t think anyone would deny that when Vanessa was among friends she was always smiling and making others happy. She was only 4’11” but she had the biggest heart of anyone I have ever known. That was where her struggles began.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

As loving and caring as Vanessa was she also felt things very deeply. If she saw someone hurting she found herself hurting as well. She could not understand the things in the world that seems o evil. When she loved and did not feel the love coming back it always affected her deeply. Vanessa began to deal with some emotional and issues with depression in High School. As a way to deal with this, she began to self-medicate. That self-medicating began with smoking marijuana, then drinking, then abusing prescriptions that she had been given. It grew worse from there.

What made them smile?

See others being happy, animals, doing things outdoors with friends, being in nature, her favorite candy as a surprise, birthdays, and holidays. Vanessa was rarely without a smile, at least on the outside.

What do you miss the most about them today?

Her bear hugs and her smile. Actually everything!

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

the same thing we had said to her often! You are an amazing person, I love you and I am proud of you. Keep fighting!

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Jonathan Class - Age: 24 - Passed: 4/5/2015

1701-1717 W Jarrettsville Rd, Jarrettsville, Maryland, 21084

Their Name

Jonathan Class

Their Nickname

Jonny

Birthday

12/27/1990

Age at Time They Passed

24

Date Passed

4/5/2015

Your First & Last Name

Patricia Class

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

He was a funny, loving son, brother and friend. He loved being outside skateboarding, swimming in the pool or having fun with friends.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

He struggled with drugs and alcohol from the time he was 15. He got into trouble with law and his father passed away suddenly from a heart attack. Things just got worse after that. He went into many rehabs but as soon as he was released it wasn’t long before he was back to doing drugs again.

What made them smile?

Being with family and friends.

What do you miss the most about them today?

His loving ways.

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

I love you so much and just wish you had given things a chance and to actually meet your daughter.

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Nicholas Thomas Specht - Age: 30 - Passed: 8/8/2013

152 Sherman Ave, Fort Thomas, Kentucky, 41075

Their Name

Nicholas Thomas Specht

Their Nickname

Pickle

Birthday

No content available.

Age at Time They Passed

30

Date Passed

8/8/2013

Your First & Last Name

Holly Specht

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

Nicholas was a very smart kid, he had a fairly dry sense of humor and was extremely close with his extended family. He never knew a stranger and was absolutely crazy in love with his dog named Ruger. Nicholas although had struggles truly loved his family.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Nicholas like many young people started off with marijuana. He had written in a journal that I read after he passed..”the first time I tried marijuana I knew then that drugs were for me”. A very scary read for those that don’t believe in that drug being addictive. Nicholas passed from an accidental drug overdose of Heroin. He had used Heroin for around 10 months we believe. It stole his life VERY quickly.

What made them smile?

His dog Ruger without a doubt made him smile. He also enjoyed fishing, boating, frisbee golf, camping and being with family.

What do you miss the most about them today?

His hugs, the smell of his hair, his husky laugh and his deep love for his dad and I.

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

We love you......deeply and ALWAYS did.

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Jenna Branciaroli - Age: 29 - Passed: 2/7/2015

1247-1421 Main St, Wellsburg, West Virginia, 26070

Their Name

Jenna Branciaroli

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

8/29/1985

Age at Time They Passed

29

Date Passed

2/7/2015

Your First & Last Name

Debra Branciaroli

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

Jenna was kind and beautiful and had a great sense of humor!

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Jenna struggled for years with opioid addiction. She finally got sober and had a good life and had her daughter Layla. She then relapsed which took her life

What made them smile?

Her daughter Layla

What do you miss the most about them today?

Her beautiful smile and sense if humor

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

I miss her every minute of everyday

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Cassandra Lynn Smith - Age: 27 - Passed: 11/20/2013

17-21 William St, Fairhaven, Massachusetts, 02719

Their Name

Cassandra Lynn Smith

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

7/27/1986

Age at Time They Passed

27

Date Passed

11/20/2013

Your First & Last Name

Lori McLeod

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

She was very happy and loving. A very caring person. Very silly. A big jokester. Her son was her world.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

She lost place after place she lived in. Lost her jobs her car. Then her son. She went to rehab a few times and jail once. She tried. She did not want this lifestyle whatsoever. I believe she definitely inherited mental illness from me and her dad as well

What made them smile?

Her son made her day everyday. He was her world. But people in general also. She brought a shine to everyone and vice versa

What do you miss the most about them today?

Her love and character. She was so spontaneous and I loved that about her. Always springing something on you to do. So full of life

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

Love your life for God this time please my beautiful girl

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Jacob Heider - Age: 26 - Passed: 2/19/2014

1936 Mayfair Dr, Janesville, Wisconsin, 53545

Their Name

Jacob Heider

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

9/21/1987

Age at Time They Passed

26

Date Passed

2/19/2014

Your First & Last Name

Lori Blum

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

Jacob could make a friend in a minute! He loved sports, and singing...there wasn’t a song he didn’t know,but rarely finished one before he was onto the next. He was my first born,and he was very protective of me. Always hugged me spontaneously and told me I was beautiful...he was my fashion critic,if it didn’t look good, he said so! I miss him terribly but most I miss listening to him sing...it was beautiful!

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Jacob was bullied in school. He began smoking marijuana at age 8..by age 12, alcohol showed up. He was offered Cocaine by a family friend at age 13. He continued that course until age 16, his girlfriends mother’s medicine cabinet sparked both their interests..and it was then that OxyContin became a drug of choice. When the medicine cabinet got locked, they went to the streets and quickly found Heroin...

What made them smile?

#1: If he made you smile,or laugh, that’s what made his whole day. #2: Music #3: Sunshine

What do you miss the most about them today?

His beautiful voice ...his contagious laugh...his spontaneous hugs and compliments.

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

See, I told ya, they don’t have Cadillac’s in heaven! ( personal joke between us) and I only chose that because I can see his smile!

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Jeffrey Edward clapper JR - Age: 24 - Passed: 10/27/2014

301-399 Milton Ave, Syracuse, New York, 13204

Their Name

Jeffrey Edward clapper JR

Their Nickname

Booter

Birthday

3/20/1990

Age at Time They Passed

24

Date Passed

10/27/2014

Your First & Last Name

Jessica clapper

Relationship to Loved One

Sibling

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

Always was a hard worker and could build anything was very smart and sweet.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

It started with a motorcycle accident when he was prescribed pain killers and heroin just developed from there

What made them smile?

Anything with a motor!

What do you miss the most about them today?

I just miss his presence most of all.

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

Let me help you lean on me and I’ll help you get tour life back.please

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Jason Freburger - Age: 29 - Passed: 12/23/2015

224 Carvel Rd, Pasadena, Maryland, 21122

Their Name

Jason Freburger

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

9/13/1986

Age at Time They Passed

29

Date Passed

12/23/2015

Your First & Last Name

Deborah Freburger

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

Hard working electrician. He loved his family. Fishing was his passion.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

It was so hard finding help or knowing what to do. We were all living in the wild wild west as far as finding assistance was. He became a lost ,changed person.

What made them smile?

Going fishing!

What do you miss the most about them today?

His love. His laugh. His jokes.

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

You are our life son.

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Rachel Lynd Marie Anderson - Age: 22 - Passed: 11/15/2015

188-298 Avenida Presidio, San Clemente, California, 92672

Their Name

Rachel Lynd Marie Anderson

Their Nickname

Pea

Birthday

1/5/1993

Age at Time They Passed

22

Date Passed

11/15/2015

Your First & Last Name

Pam Anderson

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

Rachel was very sweet, fun, loving, caring, funny, loved animals, most people, loved tattoos, most of all she loved her son Cash

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Rachel was young but struggled early, she had been to a couple rehabs and did good, she was sober after her son was born but unfortunately relapsed when he was 17 months old, I really thought he would be the reason she would stop for good.

What made them smile?

Cash her son, her job usually, her nephews and nieces

What do you miss the most about them today?

I miss her beautiful smile with her beautiful dimples. I miss getting to see her interact with her son, she was a very loving Mom

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

I love you and and don’t leave us, Cash needs you here

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Brittany Ann Jones - Age: 36 - Passed: 2/12/2016

92-172 N South St, Wilmington, Ohio, 45177

Their Name

Brittany Ann Jones

Their Nickname

Britt

Birthday

9/5/1979

Age at Time They Passed

36

Date Passed

2/12/2016

Your First & Last Name

Donna McDowell Davis

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

Brittany was talented, smart, witty, popular, funny, loved all people, beautiful and everyone loved to be around her. She loved to ride horses, loved football, eating out, and hanging out with friends. She loved her daughters more than anything. She loved her grandmother too. She was a model with Wilhelmina. She was/is my everything.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

She was diagnosed with MS and had scholiosis along with some other health issues that cause her a lot of pain. She went to doctors that over prescribed pain meds. When they found out that she was addicted they stopped giving her the meds. She was prescribed 90 day supply by one doctor over and over again for years. Way too much. When she couldn’t get scripts she went to street to buy and they were expensive so she went to something cheaper...heroin. She couldn’t recover from the drugs. The doctors caused her death by overprescibing and then not helping her when they found out she was addicted. She lost her children because of the drug use but she was trying to get into a 2 year program and had to do an application, then a phone interview and then wait for acceptance or denial. She got a call that she was denied entrance on the day they found her unresponsive. I too blame the system for failing her when she wanted help.

What made them smile?

Her girls mostly...she loved them so much. Brittany smiled and laughed a lot at one time. She loved people and smiled lots with friends.

What do you miss the most about them today?

Her smile, her smell, her demeanor, seeing her mannerisms, her love of life, hearing her talk. Seeing her with her girls. Watching her eat. I miss everything about her...just everything.

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

That I’m so sorry I couldn’t save you. I would have given my life for you, changed places with you. I should have tried harder to help you. I shouyld have following the people that harmed you. I should have chased the people that sold you drugs. I should have charged all of them. I should have been there for you when you were in Ohio, Williamsburg and all the places you needed me and I wasn’t there. I am so sorry I let you down. I’m so sorry beyond words that I couldn’t protect and save you from those demons, doctors, and dealers. I love you more than life and it is almost impossible to go on without you. Thank you for the girls. They give me a purpose to live without you. I wish I could have you back. If only. The girls love and miss you. Poppy misses you. Nan misses you. Lots of people love and miss you. I don’t know how to do this without you.

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Joshua Lee Davidson - Age: 33 - Passed: 12/28/2015

41-57 Beacon St, Laconia, New Hampshire, 03246

Their Name

Joshua Lee Davidson

Their Nickname

No content available.

Birthday

8/17/1982

Age at Time They Passed

33

Date Passed

12/28/2015

Your First & Last Name

Pamela Davidson

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

Joshua was a kind loving soul with a smile and laughter that would make your heart melt from birth to adult hood he was always there to help those who needed help. He would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it, he was a energetic person all his life who loved to do all kinds of things. He loved to work at his jobs he loved the Patriots and playing basketball, everyone loved him he was a pleasure to be around weather it be family, friends, or strangers, he was a very easy going person.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Joshua's struggles with substance use started out with hanging out with a few others that had addiction use but he still seen the good in those individuals. Joshua's friends told him to try oxy codeine for a injury he had to take away the pain it then became intense on taking a prescribed medication to him by his Dr and he needed more and more when that didn't help with his pain, His Dr said he was addicted and had shut him off of the medication he then turned to meth and then heroin he tried to get clean a few times but had failed. He knew he had a problem when he started getting into trouble with the law "like driving without a license after being revoked and stealing in stores" he tried once again to get clean by going to a suboxen clinic and do right but someone offered him a substance and it got worse and worse, He was then heavily into using whatever he could find on the streets or at the hospital to feed his addiction.

What made them smile?

Family, His daughter, Doing things he loved to do "Work, Basketball, Camping, Events,"

What do you miss the most about them today?

His kind heart , his smile, his laughter, his voice, his jokes, his love,

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

I miss you dearly not a day goes by that I don't think about you and wish I could hear your voice one more time hold you in my arms and tell you that you was always loved. You were my first born blue eyes blonde happy baby boy I adored and wanted you are always in my heart and we had a bond that no one could ever break.

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William John Timber - Age: 26 - Passed: 9/25/2015

192-192 Main Ave, Wynantskill, New York, 12198

Their Name

William John Timber

Their Nickname

Will

Birthday

7/11/1989

Age at Time They Passed

26

Date Passed

9/25/2015

Your First & Last Name

Julie Roy

Relationship to Loved One

Parent (Biological, foster,step)

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

Will was always living his life to the fullest. He lived, laughed and loved hard.

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

The one thing he wanted was to be a good Dad and because of his struggles w h substance use he was never able to achieve that goal.

What made them smile?

His son Ben

What do you miss the most about them today?

I miss everything about him, especially his sense of humor

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

I love you more than life itself

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