I will forever miss you! Love you Sara Kathryn.

We lost Adam Korte on 11/19/15. He was my best friend and the love of my life. He was loved by so many and truly changed everyone's life. He deserves to be honored and remembered for the beautiful soul that he is. He had a smile and laugh that would cheer anyone up. He had the upmost respect for people, especially women. Heaven truly gained an angel that day. May God let him fly high and rest in peace. We all miss him down here.

I packed away Bailey's dress today / And it broke my heart in two, / Just looking at the pink and black lace / Made me cry for you. / Sometimes it comes right at me / Like an explosion of red hot flame, / It engulfs my eyes with tears / And it seems like nothing will stop the pain. / I have a hard time watching / Your sisters heart so broken, / Your brother keeps a calm face on / Your mom so softly spoken. / I don't know what I'd do / Without them by my side, / For they are a living part of you / I thank God for every night. / I want so bad to be angry / But that's difficult for me to do, / Because I love you so much / I could never stay angry with you. / I can't describe the pain I feel / Not having you here with me, / But I know within my broken heart / You are now forever free. / That's all I wanted most for you / Was your happiness, / And sometimes it warms my broken heart / To know your in tranquil bliss. / Thank you for loving me / So tenderly and true, / For all the soft sweet kisses / For telling me "I do". / Thank you for our children / No one could ever give me a gift so grand, / And I promise you they'll know / Their daddy was truly an amazing man. / I love you Mikley forever and always <3

My dad passed away from a heroin overdose October 25, 2014. He was clean for over 10 years and then relapsed. It's an everyday struggle to deal with and I wish I would have known. I would have tried to help any way I could have. I am thankful my daughter and I were able to spend the holidays and birthdays with him that whole year before because usually we didn't see him for the holidays due to him living farther away. I believe God had a plan. I miss you dad with all my heart. Your birthday is in a couple days. It seems like everything is back to the new norm and then a holiday comes, then the new norm and another holiday. And now your birthday. We all love you and are happy you aren't suffering anymore. ❤️

We were never prepared to live the rest of our lives without you. Forever missed. Forever loved. In loving memory of Dominic Primbas 09.25.1994 - 02.23.2017 Wheaton, IL USA

Two much loved sisters died from drug and alcohol addictions. Lost my first sister in 1999. There used to be five of us; four sisters, one brother. Well now only two are left. I lost my other sister in September 2011. I was the oldest. My heart is so pained with their deaths, one aged 41, the other 52. Also the four children between them were left for us to look after. On bad days you see them in the children. It keeps you surviving. The drugs and alcohol steal them from us and we watch this happen and can't do anything to help no matter what we try. So we live on with good memories of our loved ones and hope that other families with this loss will live on. And maybe we will have peace, knowing that knock at the door or dreaded phone call will not come again. My thoughts are with all the familiess that have to cope with their losses. To xxx my love to my lovely sisters

I lost my precious baby brother last Friday on 8/5/16 to an overdose. He was a beautiful soul. He was clean for 28 months . In the end the disease won and he lost the battle.  Rest in the sweetest of peace My Angel. JOSEPH GAGNON 11/13/79 ~ 8/5/16 ♡ I will Never forget you , You will always live in my heart.  ♡ Your Sister  "Gecky"

I'll miss you forever baby sister.

I lost my mother to an overdose last week. She used from the age 17 off and on till the day she died at the age of 55. The day we found out we were devastated and began to plan her wake and services but it turned out not to be so simple. My mother was very secretive and lied about her drug use. We found out our mother had been dead for about 4 days and could not be identified. It was our worst nightmare and the hardest thing any of us has ever dealt with. She pushed my siblings and myself away because of her drug use a few ago so none of us had contact with her. We grew up in state custody bouncing from house to house in foster homes. She was still a great person when she was clean and even at some points of her life when she was using. Everyone knew her where she was from. She was very giving, loving and accepting. She had a very ruff life growing up and didn't have the best example to follow when it came to parenting. My siblings and myself are going to be forever tormented by our mother sudden, tragic horrific death. I wouldn't wish this pain on anyone. I hope that one day they'll be places people with addiction can go to for help right away and not have to jump through hoops to get help. Springfield Massachusetts USA

In memory of my beautiful daughter, Amber Pearl M., who died from an accidental fentanyl overdose on January 23, 2017. She was a light in a very dark world, who is missed each and every day by all of her family and friends but especially her mama, daddy, her baby brother Chase, the love of her life Bryan, her JoJo, Gabby, Kylee, Raquel and her very special Memere. We love you baby girl more than all of the stars in the sky. Portland/Maine/USA

Malcolm James McCormick aka MAC MILLER Rest in Peace - September 7, 2018 Thank you for your music and your carefree spirit! Many of us have never met you, but we all deeply appreciated your creativity. You will forever be loved and you're always with us through your music. Fly high! Posted 02/11/2018

I'm a recovering heroin addict I have watched and seen my family suffer from my addiction I've lost 3 good friends of mine to an overdose the one died in my ex boyfriends arms and seeing all this is so very sad. I hope anyone still sick and suffering gets help because this disease is powerful it took my three good friend's and I can't think of losing anyone else from this addiction. Rest in peace Jared Higgins, Eric Eidleman and Joe Bellucci. Forever loved and terrible missed. ♡

For Brian Patrick Wuerdeman: Gorgeous blue eyes, long curly eyelashes, a hug that penetrated right to the heart... These are just 3 of the too many to name things that I miss about you, Brian... I know your spirit is with me and I'm grateful, but I long for the day when we can be together in complete understanding... I miss you my beautiful, funny, little Irishman...🍀 I love you with all of my heart, son.... Mom ❤

Posted 30/08/2018

In memory of my youngest brother in law who we lost to a heroin overdose last September. He was gone far too soon. He took too much of a bad dose and his body forgot to breath. Though it doesn't seem to be a tragic horrific way to die, it really is. He had so much to offer the world. He got hooked on prescription pills and ran out of options so to continue to get the high feeling he switched to the much cheaper version known as heroin. We have to remember those we lost and educate kids and parents and society on the importance of awareness and to never ever try a drug recreationally. Prescription pain meds being too available to our young ones can lead to this in regards to heroin. I wish I could turn back time and do more to have stopped this. But now it's too late. All I can do now is remember him and talk about his story I hopes it gets the message out there. Be a parent and get involved in your children's lives. Peer pressure is the worst it's ever been in society. Please remember those we all lost to an overdose through candle light vigil outside your home tonight at 8pm est (31 August).

Always remembering my handsome, creative, caring teddy bear of a son, Nicholas Privitera who died at 23 on February 8, 2015.  You are missed more than words can express.  Nick had a heart of gold, loved to sing and taught himself how to play the guitar.  He was an amazing artist and loved to draw.  He fought so hard to stay away from heroin but in the end, the demon drug won and took away my one and only son in his prime.  Life is forever changed.  I love you Nick and can't wait to see you again when my time comes.  I know you will watch over all of your family and friends who loved you dearly.  You know I love you, right Nick?  More than a fat kid loves cake... Love, Mom.

My beautiful boy.Mark died 9/25/2016.he was 36 years old.Too soon!  He ad struggled for 2 decades..had been clean 7 mos.Looked so promising for first time....then his addicted ex girlfriend showed back up. faced with the stress of work,school,internship he fell back to making the stress and hurt go away. He was very loving and wanted to fix every one.We set up memorial fund in his name(mark loyd memorial narcan rescue fund) to provide narcan rescue kits free of charge to users,friends,parents,those who come into contact with life saving situations.  First responders should ALL carry the drug but time is primary..there should be a kit for every person connected with addiction. Funding for these kits is essential. Few insurance plans cover the kits.Those available over the counter are $135-600 SHAMEFUL. WHAT IS A LIFE WORTH!    Please do what you can in memory of your loved one to help others by writing your government(state and federal) officials.Search the Internet. There are tons of information and help...WE WHO SUFFER THE MOST PAINFUL LOSS must step forward to STOP THIS. There is strength in numbers. God Bless! Do what you can

My daughter Destiny Dawn died on Nov 4/18- 6 days before her 23 rd birthday. She was my only child. She was beautiful smart ( graduated high school at age 16 - a year early) having a college degree. She was the most caring, loving and forgiving person that I have ever met. She was my best friend. I miss you so much Destiny. The world lost a special person who was ready to conquer the world. She helped anyone needing help. She brought many into recovery. She struggled with mental illness age 14 bipolar and borderline which ended in substance abuse. I know you tried so hard Destiny you went to detox but your rehab bed was not till December 15/18 you died Nov 4/18 your toxicology showed you didn’t use except that day as you went to get heroin and it was pure fentanyl. I know you wanted to live cause you loved life. I wish you were still with me. I can’t wait to be with you again. I love you so much I don’t know how to live with out you and I don’t want to. Posted 30/07/2019

to my only child and my best friend,randi c. rowell who was found dead from an herion overdose in a ohio motel room july 18,2012. she went to visit a friend and was gone less than a month. she was a true blessing and so full of life. and trusted everyone. i am very greatful that she was given to me for 24 years,even still i wish it had been much longer. she was my world. we wear the same clothes, had same friends,worked at the same place,and she lived with me most of er life. now my life has changed and will never be the same. i know she is dancing in the sky and singing in the Angels choir.i miss her very much. she will never be forgotten and will remain in my heart forever. i love you babygirl to the moon and back.until we meet again i will hold every memory tight in my heart.love you the mostest. your mommy

RIP Desi, 27yrs old-daughter, granddaughter, sister, mother - your fight is over now - no more pain - we love you - will remember you always. Posted 21/08/2019

Georgieee, I miss you everyday. I will always love you.

In memory of my son..Michael Alexander Roldan..forever 27.   Died July 5, 2015 We miss you very much

For Sonia Nicole or “Nikki” the best friend I ever had my whole life, some one I wanted to know until old age. Gifted artist, brilliant mind and loving spirit. May you fly free from all your worries and troubles now and forever. Ended her battle with Heroin 2 days after her 30th birthday on June 30th. May no one suffer as you have suffered, I miss you and wish I could have prevented everything.

My brother John died of a heroin overdose on December 10th 2015. He was 30 years old,I miss him every single day. He had a great sense of humor and an infectious laugh.

Grand Rapids MI

Adam Joshua, 1977 - 2015, my little brother, heroin overdose. He had a great voice, he was a big teddy bear, he loved to eat and cook, he loved the Grateful Dead, he was a sweet uncle, and a pain in the ass, and i loved him. Posted 01/09/2018

We lost our beautiful Montana April 18,2017 at the age of 25. We miss her kind heart,fun spirit and her love for all people and things. Hatboro Pa usa

Michael, you brightened our lives with your kindness and laughter. Although the days seem so dark and hopeless since you died on 12/13/16, my hope is that the good memories will one day take the place of the images of that day in my head, and that our family will begin to heal and be at peace. You were loved, you are missed, you will never be forgotten. Love, Mom Posted 18/06/2019

To my big sister, Ashley Marie Fasano: what I would say if I could talk to you just one more time... I am so sorry, I am sorry I couldn't save you. I am sorry I was so useless. I wish I could have done more for you. I am sorry you could never see how many people loved you. I am sorry for not showing it in the beginning when it first started... when you told me the last time we talked is when you needed to be loved the most. I'm sorry I failed you. It has been almost 6 months and I cry for you every single day. I just want to tell you sorry. But I can't because you are gone. I want to tell you I love you just one more time. I want to kiss you one more time. I want to hug you one more time but I can't, and it hurts because I never will. I am so alone and no one understands. I was told last month its been 5 months I need to move on. I can' t. And I don't want to. Even my own husband told me today " yea it sucks but you just hold it in you need to move on already." The times when I am at my lowest and feel the most alone I wonder if that's how you felt. It brings me understanding because if it wasn't for my kids I could be you. Everyone judges addicts but it can happen to anyone, so I acknowledge it could be me. I have to be honest with you, you have always been honest with me....it has crossed my mind. I once asked you why...why you do it. How does it make you feel. You said you are always sad you miss your kids they will never forgive you ... That the pain is such an immense feeling so overwhelming that you just get to the point that you are willing to do anything to get that relief. It numbs it. When you use the needle you literally lay back and feel that pain slipping away, as you go numb. But then that needle, that yes brings a type of relief to you, also takes a hold on you. Once it has that hold on you it is so strong so tight its suffocating. It takes hold of your mind and body. Its like you sold your soul to the devil because now it's not just numbing your pain you felt in your heart ...but now your body depends on it. No you said your body NEEDS it and it punishes you if you don't feed it with the needle. Then you went on to tell me the physical repercussions when you don't have the drug. You told me to never even try it, not even ONCE. Because that's all it takes. Its not worth it because it numbs the pain only for a little while....but it doesn't heal it. So for you, I can never go down that road. But it is so hard.... I won't lie. Man dealing with this pain just as I am right now especially when no one gets me. Just Like no one understood you, is THE hardest thing I have ever had to go through in my entire life. My mother abandoned me and the rest of her children when I was 6. I would so much rather go through that pain a million times over then have this darkness.. This pain, this sadness, emptiness, that I have carried with me everyday since March 27 2018. I carry the darkness and walk in this darkness alone and its scary. Its fucking scary. March 27th..... I say that day out loud everyday for some reason. I don' t really know why. But I try my damn hardest to stay strong because you are my big sister and you told me to. I will never try it because you told me not to. Not because I am stronger than you because I am not. Its because I promised you. Especially for my kids it brings me such pain to even imagine inflicting this type of pain on them. I could never do that to them. I would gladly walk in darkness and hide this pain than ever hurt them in that way. I wouldn't wish this upon my worst enemy. Never mind my babies. I never want them to ever have to feel this pain. But Ashley its hard. I miss you. I really thought I could save you. I am a failure . .I have failed you and for that I will never forgive myself. You are the most beautiful person I have ever seen. I always said that even when you were alive. I was always in such awe of your beauty. I wish that beauty was still on this earth. But i will hold it in my heart. Every single day for the rest of my life...until I am no longer on this earth. I will never move on. Why should I be granted such a privilege when you are not here to do the same. I do not deserve that. Especially when I feel in my heart there's something I could have done more. Done better. I thank God every day you had my nieces man, they make my heart start beating again times I feel it slowing down.... If ever a mother loved her kids it was you. We are not perfect none of us are. I will never allow anyone to think otherwise of you. Out of all of us you endured the most. I don't care who agrees. It wasn't your fault for what happened to you. But you always had so much love in your heart. For a person that always said she did not feel loved, to me is such an admirable quality you had. You were always kissing everyone and pinching our cheeks and saying we are so cute. Your children will know of your love. That is my promise to you. I love you. It hurts knowing you will never read any of these words....but its something I also cannot change. No matter how much I cry. - Jessica

Posted 11/09/2018

Missing my Tigger

Grants Pass Oregon USA

To: A.J. Miss you mate everyday Lotsa love xxxxxx

My big brother and best friend I love more than words can say I miss you more with every passing day.. You left me on this world alone I just wish you would have stayed home.. Your death was unexpected and truly unjust But it will not be in vain and that you can trust.. Rest easy and stay by my side and visit in my dreams Ryan Shawn Ouelette Jan 13/1983-May 27/2012 Forever young

My beautiful brother, if I had of known the severity of your addiction I would have been there more as a friend, an advocate, & a support. You were an amazing person, with a light that shone wherever you went. If I have learnt one thing from losing you, it would be to ask more questions and spread more awareness. I will never forget our memories, you were more than how you died, you were a person with a spirit, a heart, a brain, and full of happiness and life experience. You will never be forgotten, and I will always be there for you until I see you again... x

Posted 07/09/2018

I would like to honor my daughter; Tashara Burnside. Tashara passed away December 17, 2016 at the very young age of 25. Another young life lost too soon. End the stigma. End the silence. Your family misses you Tashara!

Posted 28/08/2018

For my beloved daughter, Lisa, forever 24.  We lost her to an overdose of heroin 2/16/15.  She was smart, funny and beautiful and is so missed and I am forever broken.    Love, mom

Gone but not forgotten. You did not die in vain Bobby! Special things coming up to keep your memory alive and help others! Love you son and miss you everyday. Dad

Posted 31/08/2018

My son TK is 28 he has overdosed many times he is in jail now because they found him in his jeep dead the rescue shocked him and brought him back Thank GOD he has put himself in rehab after rehab around 15 times never court ordered it seems he will never get off heroin! all I do is pray he gets out of jail next month he has been locked up five months so he WILL OVERDOSE when he gets out. I am so AFRAID no answer PRISON OR DEATH seems like their only option. thanks MELINDA FROM MENTOR OHIO

On 6/15/2013 my 20-year-old son Trevor died of a heroin overdose at home 2 days before he was set to go into rehab. My heart is broken. Every day I miss you and think of you. You are no longer struggling. Rest in peace Trev. Love you Mom.

To my son Seth: I miss you every day. I never believed I would loose a child, but it happened anyway. Your sister, dad, niece and I talk about you all the time, and you will always be a part of our lives even while you live in heaven. We support and pray for those who struggle with addiction like you did and hope that the support of others throughout the United States and elsewhere will make a difference in ending this terrible epidemic. In loving memory: Seth Andrew C 2/13/1992 - 1/31/2015.

Posted 20/07/2018

I want my son remembered. He was born on may26,1988. He lost his battle to life on April 2,2018. He was 29 years old. He left 2 children. He fought his demons for so many years of his short life. He is the last person I see when I close my eyes, and the first person in the morning I see. I miss you so much Aaron Wilson

Posted 20/08/2018

I will not forget you... You are in my waking thoughts, my memories, my dreams. You are within my past, present, and future I will not forget you... You have touched my soul, opened my eyes, and expanded my life I will not forget you... You have taught me to give and receive love with no conditions You have taught me to afford human interaction with humility You have taught me every person deserves their own dignity I will not forget you... You are my son, within my soul I am your mother, within your energy

In memory of Greg Howard, we love you and miss you everyday!  RIP ❤

Sam passed away two years ago due to an overdose. Sam was outgoing and very street smart. She loved her children and her boyfriend very much. She was an amazing mother to her four kids. Before she passed away, she accomplished numerous things. She was able to get custody of her children back which was not possible for the area that we live in. She obtained her own vehicle and a three bedroom house all within one year. She advocated for her boyfriend that was actively using to get into treatment in which he was able to do through her. She was working two jobs while also taking care of her children. She was trying to rebuild family relationships through therapy. Once she set her mind to something, she followed through with it. She had two years of sobriety and was working on her issues in treatment. She was very loyal to those that she cared about and we want to remember her forever.

Doylestown, PA

To: Tracey You had a good heart and were always kind to people. You always made me laugh when I was miserable. We will miss you heaps

My Son John David passed away on 9/14/15 of an accidental Heroin OD   Saddest Day of my life? He was a wonderful, Kind soul. all those who knew him know that. I will miss him till we meet again on the other side?

Monique. I love you and will never forget you. I hope you are free and at peace. Greg X

Our beloved son...Forever 38...Out of sight but Never out of mind  <3 Forever in out heart.? minds lives forever.?

This is a tribute to my daughter Kathleen, who died of an accidental overdose at the age of 22. Kathleen, I hope you've met your grandmother and uncle up in heaven, and that the burdens of this earthly life are gone. I think of you hundreds of times a day. I keep my chin up, while tears make their way down my cheeks. You will be remembered forever, and always loved. Dad

Steffan, it's been a year and 3 months since u left me and and our children. It still does not seem real that u are gone , the pain in side my heart still feeks like the day I got the phone call. Our daughters have not been able to heal. Hope u stay by our sides abd helps thru this dark time. And even tho u will know meet ur baby boy I hope u watch over him to. I love you to the moon and back. My heart will always belong to u.

We lost our son, Mark, 3 years ago yesterday.  This has been the roughest year yet. Not sure why.  Mark loved life. When he met people for the first time his smile and jovial attitude charmed everyone. He loved to see the people he loved to be happy.  He loved adventure.  When his dear fried died of an overdose, he helped to organize a huge memorial in the park for him.  Then Mark passed away 3 months later from an overdose, after being clean for 2 years.  He was to be engaged the day he died.  We will never forget his love for his family and how hard he fought his addiction.  We are so proud of the strength he had to fight.

To The Father Of My Son And The Love Of My Life Jacob Osborne. Only 25 And That Evil Took His Life. We Miss You beaBer! You're In My Heart Forever And Always And I Love You Dearly!

Calvin Cali Cal Kendricks Jr you are my life! I miss you every second of every of every second! I’m sorry someone decided to sell you Fentanyl, You didn’t even have a fighting chance, that is murder! 6/17/88-3/16/17. I miss love and miss you I can’t wait to see you again! Love Mom!💜💜 Posted 13/07/2019