2016

100-176 Beaufort Rd, Pollocksville, North Carolina, 28573

Their Name

Matthew Fothergill

Their Nickname

Matt

Birthday

10/23/1990

Age at Time They Passed

Date Passed

11/8/2016

Your First & Last Name

Anthony and Karen Fothergill

Relationship to Loved One

Other Relative

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

Matthew was smart, funny and full of life

Tell us about their struggles with substance use disorder

Matthew broke his neck playing High school football. He was prescribed an opioid for pain. Matthew became addicted to the medication which led to his 8 year addiction. He wanted to get better and take control of his life again. He entered a 2 year rehab program and excelled in his sobriety until he relapsed in 2016, which ended his life.

What made them smile?

Spending time with his children and his family was most important in his life.

What do you miss the most about them today?

His beautiful smile, his warm hugs, his quirky personality and sense of humor. His love and compassion to help others.

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

I love you son

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