I don't know how you feel inside
I've never been there before
Something's changing inside you...
and you don't even know.You'll feel better tomorrow just come to me and I'll help you find the way.

Montréal Canada

To my dear son. I miss you really bad. I am so sorry you chose that life. You have been gone since April 30th 2007. I love you Charles.

I miss my sister, Liz Wolfe, who overdosed on 10/6/2016, everyday.  She is my little sister, one year younger than me and she left this world due to a preventable overdose.  She survived so many hardships - even a broken neck, which started her long term addiction and thought she could handle heroin one more time and it took her.  I wish I could just see her again.  I've never felt so lost and lonely and just wish someone would have had that narco-pen they talk about.  She was my best friend, I want to start an awareness day in my community because this has happen to so many families and I hate the stigma.

Daddy, I wish you could be with me this year, and be there in the audience when I walk across the stage to get my diploma.. I hope I make you proud every day. I know you didn’t mean for it to turn out this way, but you are in a better place now. I miss you more every day. Love always, Tiffany

My son, Michael Robert, fought bravely his struggles with drugs for many years. We nearly lost him at age 21. He was in the hospital and rehab for PT and mental therapy for months but he made it back to us. He went diligently to many NA meetings etc.

But at age 28 on August 19, 2014 we lost him. Not a day goes by that I do not think about him and cry and cry and cry. I cry so much and so long and so hard that I cry myself out He was a brilliant young man with a B.S. from Hofstra as well as a Master's degree and he was working on his Ph.D. also.
And he was a stat athlete. I thought he had it all. But I can recall one day when he turned to me and said:"Dad I have to stay clean." I never saw him as addicted but he was. Was it my divorce? Was it his mom's drinking problems? What was it?
I guess we will never really know what it was and it bothers me every day.
My other son Brian (no drugs) is depressed (as am I) but we struggle on. Brian is on track to be a pharmacist. But you see one lesson I have learned in all this is that SMARTS does mean much when it comes to drug addiction.
You can NEVER replace a human. Was he a lost soul? One person said at the wake "He was troubled." I guess he was.
I really think he never got over his mom's drinking etc.

Long Island

My husband Robert Caro overdosed Dec 1 2019 Posted 05/01/2020

> Brandon was born on June 21, 1991 along with his twin sister, Blair. He had an ever-present smile and an outgoing personality & he loved to make people laugh. He was a fiercely loyal friend who could be depended on. He loved sports , especially golf and basketball. Brandon had a great love for animals, growing up with a houseful of dogs and cats. His happiest times were those spent with family , who affectionately called him "BUBBA". Brandon fought with courage and determination to overcome the disease of substance use disorder, but tragically on November 3, 2015 , heroin took his life. Our hearts are forever broken, but we know that Brandon is safe and sober at home in Heaven with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. " Though youths grow weary and tired , And vigorous young men stumble badly, Yet those who wait for the Lord will gain new strength; They will mount up with wings like eagles, they will run and not get tired, they will walk and not become weary."  Isaiah 40:30-31

I lost my baby brother Alex to a heroin overdose on 2/25/2014. Life has been forever changed. We miss you more then words can say. The only thing that gives me peace is knowing you are no longer fighting the demons of addiction but are finally free. I never told you how much I looked up to you! You are my hero and now my angel. We miss you. Life just isn't fair!

My son and light in my life went to heaven a year ago October 24.  My dear husband found him in his old room from an overdose of heroin. He only struggled with addiction a short time but it consumed him from the very minute he tried it. He relapsed and used two times before the drugs took him from us, leaving a broken-hearted family and the woman who was to be his bride in 10 days. Never does a day go by when he is not remembered and missed. Ethan - you are in our hearts forever and we will always think and dream of what could have been........Mom

My son’s father, Tyler, passed away November 22nd, 2017. He was an off and on drug user for years but I truly thought he was getting better. We separated when our child was 1 but I always loved him. I was in total shock to learn his cause of death was from Fentanyl. I know he wasn’t out looking for it so it was laced in the drugs he was taking. I’m still devastated. This drug epidemic needs to stop. Baby G and I will always love you, Tyler. Cranberry township, Pennsylvania

Katie, never in my darkest dreams could I envision anything being stronger than your amazing will. But, heroin was and it shattered your life, ripping you out of our lives, leaving a jagged-edged, black chasm of endless depth next to which we attempt to rebuild our lives without you. With heart and soul shredded, we can only keep the memories of you alive. You were amazingly witty and kind, very beautiful and wise, tremendously empathic and sensitive. An artist in every way. You made me laugh AND cry more than any other person, dear, beloved daughter. You are forever 21, Katherine Antonia Steinman. Your mother, father and big sister grieve for you daily. We miss you more than words can express. Posted 29/08/2019

For E. I love you.

Posted 31/08/2018

Love to Michelle Jugan and Jimmy Harms who did not make it.

Pittsburgh, Pa.

To my beautiful son, George David Maras: My Georgie passed away on December 13, 2007,but not a day goes by when he is not in my thoughts, and my heart,from the moment I wake up until I go to sleep at night. My life will never be the same without him, but I believe he is with me all the time. I will love you forever, until we meet again. Mom

In memory of Ryan Flores. Loved by Many forgotten by none.

Kenosha, WI USA

In loving memory of my beloved brother, Norman F., who was only 36 years old. He fought the 'addiction demon' with all he had but lost the battle on 10-14-16. I want people to remember him for who he was and not what the horrid disease turned him onto. We miss him terribly and struggle everyday without him yet we keep holding on to the wonderful memories we have and the hope that he is finally at peace and free. I will love you always and miss you forever Norm!!! Fowlerville, MI

Thinking of my son Kevin died October 2001 age 28yrs Love and Miss you so much, love to all those lost to addiction. Xxxx

Aberdeen Scotland

My beautiful son Elliot James Bonura. 7/8/92-10/28/12
Forever 20, forever my son, my sun, my moon and my stars.
You lived and loved selflessly, and as an angel in Heaven you continue your love. Your addiction will never define you. I miss your smile, your laughter and your love of all the animals.
In your final hours, you gave life to 3 seperate individuals. Your organ donation is proof of your generosity and kindness. You are loved and missed beyond description. I carry you with me in my heart every single moment of every single day.
Until we meet again, I will be your candle. Xoxo
I love you endlessly... Momma

Boynton Beach FL USA

Derek Edward's Douglass Beck July 08 1975 - Deep September 23 1994 My beautiful boy, how I miss you. All the hopes and dreams I had for us have all but died. They died the moment your heart stopped beating. I I often wonder if getting you clean was a mistake. Maybe you would have been happier with a needle in your arm. I wasn't there when you came into this world, but I was there when you left. I guess that counts for something. I hope you have found the peace you couldn't find here. I miss you, I I will miss you every day until the day I die.

I am writing this for a special young man in behalf of his family. I know they grieve his passing every minute of everyday. I am not sure if anyone is writing a tribute for him, but I wanted to make sure loving thoughts of him are added to the thousands that are included in the list of tributes. This young man is truly beloved by his family and friends and will never be forgotten. He was the best son and brother and friend. May he rest in peace.

In loving memory of Ryan Thomas Vowell (9/27/1988 - 2/12/2013) Your struggle with heroin is finally over, but now those of us who are left are struggling with the loss of you. It's still so new, the pain is crushing. I keep seeing your smile, and hearing the silly things that used to come out of your mouth. You were the life of the party and I can't believe you're truly gone :( Your dad sits on the couch and stares into space, your mom is bitter and angry, your brothers are so very sad, and your son will never know you. I hate heroin and what it does to people, it is a demon that lies and says nothing else matters but it, and by the time you find out the truth, it doesn't matter because then you're in too much pain to stop. I pray young people read these heart-breaking stories of so many fathers, mothers, sons, daughters, friends, etc. that are dying because of drugs, it's not worth it. Life is too beautiful and short, please don't try it! And if you're already in it, I'm praying you beat it before it beats you and leaves a tremendous hole in the hearts of everyone that loves you!

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

Jilisa, I now know what you meant about how you d never be able to live with out it! I to went through the battle and I keep fighting them everyday. I refuse to let them win and you help drive that. I love you and miss you so much. 8/29/2011

My dear sweet Daniel , you were taken from us way too soon!! You will always be in our hearts until we are with you again!!
I love you,
Mama

Spartanburg SC. US

R.I.P mother - Solange Waleska Aguila Romero 1960 - 1987.. I only wish my boys had a nan to be able to remember, a calm loving motherly voice that I imagine you had or even just to have a actual memory of you. You were so young, scared and trapped in a evil world. You made too many poor choices, which I only really understand now after making similar choices as a adult.But I changed for my children and am stronger for it now. Unfortunately it led you to be taken from me when I was only 2 - 1/2. I do understand and I do finally forgive you. Love always and forever, your daughter and two grandsons xox

My precious son Justin, Life will never be the same without you. My heart is broken. I love you so. Watch over us and help your brother Charlie. Your smile could light up this earth. I miss you so........ Till we meet again.... I love you MOM

June 26 marked the 10 year anniversary since the loss of my son Wesley to an accidental Xanax overdose. Please don't think that presciptions make a dangerous drug ok. I'll never forget the shock or get over the grief. I'd give my next and only breath for one more minute with him.Y

Pennsylvania

An amazing person has passed away yesterday morning, Dan Grym. Taken away at the young age of eighteen and nobody is able to nor wants to believe it. You put a smile on everybody's faces whenever you were around and could always be counted on to have a good time with. I wish there was something I could do to change what has happened. We all miss you so much and you will be in every single heart of your friends until we meet again. I hope you are with your brother saving all of us spots when we meet again. Fly high bro, you may have only been 18 but you will live on forever.<3

In remembrance of my mother, Yvette Marie Fitzpatrick November 6, 1967 - April 4, 2011 Love, your daughter Posted 09/06/2019

Marin Ilia A beautiful and free spirit, Lover and care taker of animals, raised in a good home with good family. She left this world way to soon. My beautiful niece how we miss and love her so much. Posted 11/07/2019

Nicky O, Reece S, Paul M , always remembered x

I send this in memory of my beloved son David P Borandi. He died from Heroine/fetanyl/codeine mix. He was my only child. Parents who go through this die two deaths, one when their child begins to use, the battle of while they are using and then the ultimate death, when they die completely. It's a devastating reality, you are never the same again.

Pittsburgh, PA

To: Andrew (6/15/91-10/11/12) My dear son, I think about you every minute of everyday. How could an evil drug take hold of such a wonderful son? I am so lucky to have had you for 21 years. I love you Andrew, my precious son...

This is to my dearest son Larry. On May 24th 2013 I got a call saying my son tried to take his life by a drug overdose. He is in a coma now with severe brain damage. He is 28 years old, has a wonderful family and a little girl who is 5. We are hoping for a miracle. That's all we have to hold on to.

Calvin James Ancelet jr. 10/18/1967 - 4/26/2014

My brother was one of the happiest guys you'd ever meet, he made everyone smile, even when he was being completely obnoxious, he could make me smile. Sadly underneath that big goofy smile was an addiction that took his life. He was an amazing father of 2 beautiful girls, a very much loved son to my parents, and a wonderful uncle. He was my best friend, the one person in my life who was always there thru everything from day one, no matter how much we fought, nothing could break that bond we had each others backs always...until addiction took him from me in the blink of an eye. He died at my parents home of an overdose of carfentanyl August 26 2016 no one knew how far his addiction had gone. He is so loved and so missed every single day.

Robin Scott MacDonald 10/2/70-18/11/97 Dearest Rob - so kind, so gentle and so individual. Taken by heroin, but never forgotten and always in our minds.

My older brother Tony. I just wish I was around at the time to surround you with real love! I'm so shocked to know the kind of people you were around. Life is not a joke overdose is not a joke and we all need to look at others lives as if it was yours. If someone od's around u please learn what to do lives can be saved! Tony I know you were not educated on drugs and the Dangerous effects they can bring. I know it's to late now, but I can't believe that you were left alone! you're at peace now and don't worry your memories will never be forgotten.. Love you bro.

Posted 03/08/2018

Dearest Jamie, I miss you more than words can say. Your smile,your sense of humor and your huge personality. I wish things had been different, I wish I had known how to help you more. Your passing has left a huge hole in my life and in my heart. I wanted so much more for you in life. I hope you know how much you were loved. No mother should ever have to bear witness to their child's life ending. I love you so much and these 2 years have been so hard without you. Oh God, how I wish things had been different. Your forever loving mother, 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙 Posted 26/08/2018

Jonathon S. Golden    8/22/1987 - 5/9/2016 An amazing brother, friend and son. Jon impressed me with his wit and humor; he had the best impressions and always came up with hilarious nicknames for everyone. He was a super talented artist. Everywhere we went, he was drawing on napkins and receipts. He was in love with Boston and would take photos all around the city of landmarks, views and every-day happenings. Most of all, he was an amazing brother and loved spending time with his family. Jesse and I will always take you with us through our life, we hope we make you proud. Stay with us, angel.

Sam M. 9/8/92- 6/20/16 "We will never forget #23 ❤" Until we meet again, miss you!

In loving memory of my brother Robert H Tavares Jr. He left us at the young age of 27. Robert will always be remembered for his kind, loving caring heart. He is truly missed by all of us. I will forever be your voice. #notonemore Posted 31/07/2019

My son, Travis, passed away last August from heroin laced with fentanal.  Tomorrow I will meet with prosecuting attorney in Cleveland.  They want our input on a plea deal for drug dealer.  I feel fortunate that my sons case is even being prosecuted.  So for all the families that are not seeing any justice for their loved ones, I vow to fight as hard as I can to keep this drug dealer     behind bars as long as I can !  With more than 14 felonies including 4 gun charges, it is truly what he deserves. My tribute to all who have suffered this pain and grief.

I lost my mother to a prescription drug overdose on August 31, 2013. My mother was trying very hard to stay clean from drugs after a 10-year addiction. To: My Beautiful Mom Sharon I am deeply hurt and feel a piece of me died with you. I pray that your soul is now free from addiction and you are now the person I once knew as a little girl. I look forward to seeing you again one day. I wish I could have held your hand and kissed you goodbye. You were too young only 53. We were supposed to watch my kids grow up together, go shopping and do all the fun stuff mothers and daughters do. I miss your laughter and your beautiful face. You will forever be in my heart, I love you always. Love, Your Daughter

We love you CJ! We are keeping your "beats" alive by helping others struggling with drug addiction keep their heart beats alive! Your loss has not been in vain. The Beat Lives On

Lindenhurst NY USS

To Shawn ~ My Best Friend 2-28-17 - the day our lives were forever changed. We miss you so much, Shawn. Ethan, Nya, your mom...our hearts are still broken. Our world, shattered. You were always there when I needed you. No matter what. You had a heart of gold. I miss your laugh, I miss your smile. I miss you! I pray you are at peace. I love you, Shawn Kari

Posted 21/07/2018

I lost my brother November 25th 2015. When he left a piece of me left with him. I now have an angel who helps me stay sober everyday. Bret was an amazing guy with a huge hard and a bad addiction. I love you Bret with all my heart. You will be forever missed and always in my heart. Xoxo Till we meet again.

Our precious son, Tony, who we love so very much passed on October 16, 2018.
He was 26 years old and was the most caring, generous, protective, loyal, compassionate and loving child a parent could ask for. Tony has a great sense of humor, is handsome, athletic, popular and girls loved him since the tender age of 4. We would tease him that if we had a dollar for every girl who wanted to marry him we could put him through college! We love joking around with him. He’s so much fun to be around. We never thought this could happen to “us” but sadly it did. We love you so much, Tony. As parents we might seem ok to everyone or look like we are going on with our lives but it’s not the case at all. We are not ok and every moment without our son is a struggle for us. We are helping others with funding for transitional living, which is so important in the process of recovery. We are keeping our son’s memory alive through our non profit, Tony’s STEPS Inc.
We need to break the stigma of addiction and overdose because those who suffer with the disease of addiction are People too and they are as much God’s Children as any other being on this earth. They should not be looked down upon or disrespected. We need to reach out and help them the same as any person with a health disease. To every person struggling with addiction we love you and our hearts break for you and your families and loved ones . For every parent who has lost a child to this terrible disease, there are no words We can say to comfort you but we can say we understand as parents how you feel. We understand that every moment is a struggle to take a breath when your child can’t. We are supposed to pass before our precious children and as a parent to have our babies go before us is an unbearable pain that something only another parent who has lost a child can understand. When someone says to me, Tony’s in a better place, I cringe because as a mother there is no better place than for a child to be with his mother, no matter the age. Although, people think we are all ok , we as parents know that nobody understands this unbearable pain we live every day. This message comes with much love to all those suffering with addiction and their families, especially those parents who have lost a child or children from this disease.
We will continue to fight this evil and WE ALL will make a difference to put an end to the stigma and to help those in need of recovery. We won’t give up, we couldn’t save our son but we will do everything in our power to save someone else’s child from a death due to an overdose.
Our prayers & love are with all of you today, tomorrow & always.
And much love to our precious son, Tony. Our first baby who we love more than life itself. Our son, Our joy, our life.
Lori & Chuck Smith

Posted 31/08/2019

My precious daughter Marci, I am so sorry I wasn't with you when you were dying. I have so many questions about your death that I'll never get answered. Your death was devastating. One of the sorrows that hurt me most is that you were around people that didn't love you. I wish I could have been there to hold you and tell you how beautiful you are and how much I love you. You should have never moved into that evil town and I believe you would still be here. I miss you so very much. My heart is so broken We all love and miss you deeply. Love, your Mom

Posted 16/10/2018

I lost my beautiful first-born, Aidan, to a heroin/methamphetamine overdose on July 4, 2015. I fight for him. I fight for all of us who have or love someone with SUD. No one should have to bury a 19-year-old. Ever.

Minot, ND USA