The National Addiction Memorial honors the loved ones we’ve lost.

The first time I saw him he mesmerized me. Then I sat and talked to him and the sound of his voice amazed me. He was my best friend, I knew from the moment I saw him I loved him.

Sitting on the beaches in Miami, listening to the waves.

Everything.

The love he had for his dog, his mom, and the desire for so much more in life.

He was my first best friend. My brother smile lit up a room . Everybody was drawn to him. He hurt a lot cuz of our brother David dying. I was just missing so much. He was robbed of his chance of getting married. He was an incredible uncle!!!

Singing Alicia keys no One on our way to the GED class. Working together at Sears. I'm going shopping with me and always wanting the most outrageously random thing.

Having somebody that loves me enough to tell me what I need to hear. Having him care enough to look for me I love you

As a strong man who fought for what he believed in and loved hard. He would have given anything for his family. He loves to skateboard and he was going to do MMA with Randy Contours team. He was a great uncle and a great son and the ultimate brother!

Keith was one of the smartest people I knew and yet he made me feel intelligent. Even after the love of his life transitioned 4 years before him he taught me to always give and be open to Love.

On our first meeting he asked where I was from."Alabama", I replied, to Which Keith responded,"You're a Bama, a real life Bama" and begin to laugh hysterically.

I miss being about to talk about any and everything without fear of being judged.I miss his voice and the way he spoiled my cat Ronni, she could go to Uncle Keith's house and do anything, and be everywhere and he feed her constantly.

As a political warrior who tried to educated as many people of color in the short time he was gifted to us.

Nathan was a 6’5 big blue eyed big friendly giant loved by everyone. His shy yet sassy personality gravitated everyone towards him. His love for little creatures made him pursue his career in marine biology. His gentle heart made him who he was.

throughout my lacrosse career, he would always come to my games. Regardless if I was playing or not, he was my biggest fan.

I miss his bear hugs, his smile, and his ongoing curiosity for the world and his extreme kindness towards everyone he met. But most importantly, I’ll miss how loved he made me feel even in the darkest of times. You could never tell he was struggling, and always put others needs above his.

My son was the baby of my 4 children and his Fathers only child. He was an extraordinarily talented athlete and exceptionally smart. An amazing Father, son, brother and a loving devoted partner to his son’s mother.

My Mother’s Day and Birthday gifts he made for me as a child to his phone calls, thoughtful cards, heartwarming Facebook posts and funny texts when he got older. No matter what he always remembered me on my birthday and Mother's Day.

I miss everything about him. Every hair on his head. His laugh. His incredible hugs that melted all my troubles away. The way he stuttered when he was excited to tell me something. But most of all I will miss his unconditional love for me. Our exceptional bond and the privilege of watching him build that same bond with his son, Davian.

As a good Father, a loving son, talented athlete, empath and an advocate for anyone or anything that needed it.

Adam was such a dynamic human. Full of love and life. He always wanted everyone around him to be happy and well. His very existence was love.

All of our times just talking; about everything. I miss him every day for millions of reasons…

Literally everything.

Adam wanted the world to know pure unconditional love and happiness; he tried every day to live this and make sure the people around him truly felt this.

I always told Brandon that he “was the annoying little brother I never wanted”,..now I’ll never see him again to hug him and tell him I’m just kidding. Being a recovering addict myself, it breaks my heart that the disease of addiction took him away.

There are so many memories we made and now that’s all we’ve got. I’ll hold onto them forever and will keep his memory alive💙

His goofiness. And he always kept you on your toes. He was always up to do something fun.

Brandon is a “Perrotti” and where we come from, everyone knows at least one of them lol I think he’d want to be remembered for the caring friend that he was, the one who always made people laugh and definitely the one who could spit rhymes better then anyone I know.

Putting hot sauce on anything and/or escaping through the windows every-time I slept over and being out all night (with no shoes for some reason)

She was the most genuine soul and would do just about anything just to make someone smile or laugh.

My jack of all trades is my oldest son not a day would go by that he would text or call me and say mother it’s your son. These were his favorite words to ask for something. Davonne and his Sister were very close their bond was unimaginable.

My son loved his daughters he made sure they had what ever they needed. He was such a go getter survival at its fullest. He would literally make a dime turn into a dollar. Davonne taught me his mother how to drive and park my car properly as crazy as it sounds he did. Davonne loved to pray New Years Thanksgiving and Christmas He would bless the food. He knew the Bible well and would help anyone who didn’t know the words of god.

I’m miss his handsome smile, being silly, putting on my wigs and just seeing him provide for his family.

My perfect angel face

Her laughter

Everything

As a person who wanted to change the world

Cody was quick witted and hard working, some thought him a jack of all trades. His heart was huge, and he bled empathy in every direction he turned. His smile was contagious, much like the warmth of his charm.

Every memory I have with him is one that I cherish deeply, there was never a “bad” time in his presence. He was my “hype” man, my go to, my very best friend.

I miss his smart remarks, and his deep belly laughter. You never think about the last time being the last… What I wouldn’t give for one more day, one more phone call or silly text message.

He wouldn’t want anyone to shed a tear. He simply wanted everyone to know their worth. He wanted everyone to know happiness, even on his worst days all he wanted was the people he loved to genuinely smile.

Sam had a way that put people at ease. He made friends effortlessly wherever he went. He was a magnetic, charming, and bright star. When Sam was SAM, EVERYONE wanted to be around him. He had an infectious smile and was known as “smiley”.

It brings me to tears to think of the first time I lifted you off the ground, put you on my skateboard, and showed you how to stand on it. I held your tiny hands and walked alongside you as you glided down the driveway. I remember the first time I put drumsticks in your hands, sat behind you, took your hands in mine, and showed you how to play a basic 4/4 beat. Not only could you skateboard better than me, but you became a professional jazz drummer. You could do everything I could do but better.

You are my home Sam and now my home is gone. All our silly inside jokes, mannerisms, and shared experiences growing up that only we could relate to. We could be sitting next to each other and read each other’s minds. I have nobody in my life now who knows me like you. I could be my true self around you. All the moments we spent together, the music we listened to, the concerts we went to, the times you would visit me, exercising at the park, going on runs, the trip to Italy, and your presence.

Sam would like to be remembered for who he was before the drugs took over his mind, body, and soul. He would want to be remembered for being a fun, gregarious, charming, caring, and loving person that brought joy to everyone that came in contact with him. He would want to be remembered as a wonderful son, brother, and friend as well as an incredible jazz musician, skateboarder, and all around talented person with a warm soul. I love you Sam and can’t wait to be reunited with you and Brooke.

During her adventurous life, Tracy could be described as a free-spirited soul with a beautiful smile that would light up the room. Her big heart was evident in her passion for and commitment to saving any animal in need of her help.

One of my cherished memories is spending summers at the lake, where we would explore and spend hours on the water. My mother and father owned Beach Street Auto, and despite their own struggles, they never turned anyone in need away. My mother, Tracy, was a businesswoman for over 20 years, using her sharp mind and infectious sense of humor to build lasting relationships with friends and customers in the community.

I miss her smile, laughter, and her ability to bring joy and positivity into my life. Not being able to share these moments with her, especially seeing her become a grandmother, feels like a significant loss.

The day she was born with so much promise for a beautiful life ahead

Her living and breathing right here along with us still

My son was handsome, charismatic, friendly, kind, compassionate, and a bright light who was loved by many and will never be forgotten by his family. He was blessed with many gifts, but empathy for others was his true gift.

There are so many treasured memories of him however I think my favorite memory was seeing him be a father and how he was a natural at caring for a newborn with no hesitation, no fear just pure love.

His sense of humor mostly and his laugh - miss it every day. Also, his ability to listen without judgment made you feel heard - he was able to see your perspective without forcing his own.

A beautiful soul and a kind person.

Dylan was the life of the party. He had the ability to make you laugh even on your worst day. He was a kid magnet and at family events he was always surrounded by children. Not only was he kid magnet, but all the dogs loved him too.

Dylan would light up when he got a chance to tell a story. No one could tell a story like he could.

I miss his crooked smile, infectious laugh, and his hugs.

I knew his mother Sue I met him he was hard to get in his circle but we bonded and I forever will remember him

Me hitting his car on withers lol

His crazy moments

He was his own person he wouldn't back down. He loved his kids he had a good heart and he loved Nikki