The biggest lesson my dad taught me before he overdosed on pain killers was to find the humor in life. I guess that’s why he passed away on April 1st, 2015. You had a heart of gold and would take the shirt off your back for a stranger is they needed it, even if it was your last one. Not a day goes by were I don’t miss you and want a hug from you. I know you wanted to be strong and make me proud but I just wanted to help you and you didn’t have to go through it alone. There are so many things you didn’t get to experience and I’m sorry you suffered so much. I love you daddy and I hope you’re not in pain anymore.

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