Justin Solak

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Submitted by: Vera Bullock
Born: 1990
Died: 2016
My Tribute: Justin was a gentle giant who was one of the kindest and most loving people many knew. This was evidenced at his funeral when people who had not seen him for over 7 years flew to NY for the funeral from Montreal. Justin had a bi-polar disorder that wasn’t diagnosed until later in life. He had a difficult middle school experience as his parents divorced and his bi-polar was not being treated. Justin started using marijuana when 17 in order to find relief from the struggles of bi-polar. He was in and out of rehabs for 7 years from age 18 in. He would maintain periods of sobriety but finally on February 13th his earthly struggles ended when unfortunately he died of a heroin overdose. Justin will be missed and especially by his 10 year old brother, college age sister, his grandparents and parents.

Bryan Kelly Steele

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Submitted by: Maria Steele
Born: 1992
Died: 2012
My Tribute: My dear sweet Bryan. There is not a moment that goes by that I do not think of you and long for the day to see your face again and to hold you. My world will never be the same. The piercing pain in my heart never ceases, but I hold steadfast in the hope of seeing you again in heaven. I miss you dearly my son. My love for you knows no bounds.

Kimberly Anne Blaser

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Submitted by: Jill Stoehr
Born: 1978
Died: 2014
My Tribute: Kimberly was my oldest daughter. She was a beautiful blue eyed blonde who was smart, funny, had so much personality, and had so much to offer the world. She could have done so much with her life. Addiction took all of that away from her and left her two daughters without their mother. The pain never goes away and at this point it is not getting any better either. I miss her so much and still wait to hear her voice. People keep telling me that she is in a better place now and I believe that, but it does not take away the pain of losing your child. The only thing that keeps me going is that I have her two daughters. They are the joy of my life and I see their mother in both of them. I love my daughter and only wish that she is happy and free from her pain of addiction.

Anthony Colli aka “Ant”

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Submitted by: Karen Colli
Born: 1992
Died: 2015
My Tribute: My precious son Anthony aka Ant, an amazing soul, brilliant, creative. So many wonderful memories of Anthony. He was one of a kind, Reached out the the homeless, understood their brokenness. Struggled with severe anxiety and depression…. just had a heart for those who struggled, who suffered. He left his print on everyone he came in contact with. Loved Russian Literature, wanted to be a writer, a chef…. His English Literature teacher said to me “there will never be another person on earth like Anthony”. His addiction didn’t define him… His life and legacy does. I miss you every day Ant. Can’t wait to see you again. Miss your smile, your charm and your gentle soul… I love you forever.

Rikki, the gentle giant

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Submitted by: Momma Kolb
Born: 1983
Died: 2016
My Tribute: My son, a beautiful soul, Rikki, died on Friday, January 22nd at 5:55 p.m. My whole being hurts because I miss his sweet smile, his kindness for everyone, how he championed the underdog, how he loved his family, his earth shaking laughter.

He was so beautiful. He is so very missed by me and his family. He was my only child. He was 32, and I had 32 years to love him and to worry about him. I cannot express the loss adequately or the hole he has left in my universe.

Rikki, I love you eternally. I will think of you every day and wish you were here with me to make me laugh, to share beautiful things with, to hug, to eat your amazing cooking, to hear your dreams.

I’d like to think you’re in a better place, but you know how we are…ever the doubting Thomases and Thomasinas! I do find comfort in knowing that you’re no longer in pain, but, I’d give anything to have you back, I think, in total selfishness.

I love you more than life itself. Watch over me, and if you’re still out there somewhere, comfort me as I grieve inconsolably for you.

I want to smile again — for YOU.

Kyle Hughes

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Submitted by: Judy Jean
Born: 1989
Died: 2015
My Tribute: My son, my friend you had a rough life but you are at peace. I love you and miss you so very much.

Robert Santiago

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Submitted by: Jennifer Mccreavy
Born: 1991
Died: 2016
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Jon David Wittenburg

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Submitted by: David Wittenburg
Born: 1994
Died: 2016
My Tribute: For my son….with love and tenderness the world will never be the same without you!

Kenaine Evans

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Submitted by: Teresa Collins
Born: 1981
Died: 2015
My Tribute: My son will be forever missed! He could make me laugh so hard my side would ache, his gentle, loving nature. His pain was deep and his addiction won. Forever in my heart. Fighting to hold on and fighting to let go. We love you! Your Dad, Mom, wife and children.

BLADE BIRDSELL

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Submitted by: jennifer burch
Born: 1993
Died: 2015
My Tribute: The best thing I ever did was give birth to my sweet angel Blade. He had a heart of gold and he is truely and deeply missed by the world and me…..the truest purest love i have ever known…..God has him now so that he no longer suffers from the devil and this stupid drug that destroys familys….may you rest in peace my love…..one love baby