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

Brian was compassionate and caring, he loved his mother and his family. He was honest and open. He had a green thumb and grew all kinds of tropical plants and flowers!

Brian was such a caring person. Once we were at the beach watching sunset and he shared with me that for the first time in a long time, he felt at peace . We both actually cried as the sunset because it was literally the most beautiful sunset we have had down here in many years, so beautiful that the onlookers were clapping at the beauty.

He was always there if you needed him. He was a great listener and very kind to his mother. He had insight into people that most done have.

He would like to be remembered as the good person he was. I want people to stop the vilification of people with PTSD and co occurring addiction problems. He would want people to understand that while he did battle a disease , that didn’t define him as a whole. He always felt guilt for being sick. Which I believe held him back from a full recovery. My hope is for people to better understand mental illness and not shame people for suffering from it.

Nina felt so much compassion for others. She loved her family, friends and her pets. She spent a lot of time at the family farm. She was artistic and smart.

Her laughter which filled the whole room!

I miss our conversations that we had everyday. She struggled with trauma and mental health issues, we talked about all the ups and downs everyday. She also had this incredible love of life.

She would want to be remembered for the joy and happiness she gave to people. She was incredibly supportive of her friends and family.

He was the kindest most caring and loving soul. He felt things too intensely. He was a true empath.

All of them - good and bad!

Everything

Timmy was a sweet caring senstive young man he would do anything for his friends he also loved being around animals.

When my son was little he had this imaginary freind named Fatman so when ever he did something he wasn't suppose to he blamed him

The thing I miss the most about my son is him barreling into my house looking for his father

My timmy was a very sweet and funny young man

My boy was an outgoing fun loving ray of sunshine. He was the first to make a joke about absolutely anything, he always made people laugh, and laugh hard. He loved his family and his friends, very much. He was a kind soul.

My favorite memory, and one I always share with people; was one year for Mother's Day he took his allowance and went to garage sales in our neighborhood. He bought me a Care Bear VHS tape (I loved them when I was young), and was so full of love, and proud of himself giving me that gift for Mother's Day. Luke genuinely wanted to find me a perfect present, it was the sweetest gift and I will never forget his eyes when he surprised me. It's my beautiful memory.

I miss his phone calls, his voice, his "have a good day mom, I love you" every morning. I just miss him sitting on the couch, watching t.v., I miss shopping with him (he loved to shop). He was just so kind, and loving, and I miss his beautiful face, and his kindness. I miss him playing Motown in the basement and painting in his art room, he spent so much time doing what he loved. I miss hearing his music, and seeing what new ideas and projects he was always working on.

Luke was a passionate artist, he ran a clothing line (which we have since taken over for him) and he worked so hard. He had a work ethic like no one I had ever seen at his age. He would want to be remembered for this kindness, his love for all cultures, places, and traveling everywhere he could. He spent a lot of time just getting to know people, wherever he went, he left impressions on everyone he met. He was one of a kind.

Angela struggled with her addiction for nearly 30 years and her demons are gone now. She's at peace, she's healed and happy, and never forgotten. Life wasn't easy for her but she chose her path and always accepted the consequences.

Road trips always took a long time because she had to make pit stops so often!

Sharing the same spiritual philosophy and our special relationship as mother and daughter. She was always honest with me, always "cried on my shoulder", always asked me to be part of her crazy life. Angela didn't really need me but she made me feel like she did.

Stubborn, hard-headed Taurean who loved animals and people; quick to get angry but quicker to forgive; loved with her whole heart, even when she got the raw end of the relationship; rescued more animals than she could ever care for; missed beyond measure

My family takes comfort in knowing that we loved our Joey so much. He was so handsome and funny- truly one of a kind. We miss him fiercely.

Whenever my brother was around, it was a good time. We have so many wonderful memories and some tough ones too. We are blessed to have many pictures of videos of Joey. We are committed to keeping his memory alive.

Joey loved his family with everything he had. We miss the love he gave us and our hearts break for the love we still want to give him.

Joey would want to be remembered as handsome and funny as well as loyal and genuine.

Such a beautiful young lady inside and out Tiffs beauty held no boundaries a intelligent beyond her years .and a big hugh heart ❤️. And will never be forgotten.

Going to a Astros game so much fun.

Every single night when I went to bed I layed in bed and we texted each orther every 🌙 night .

By sharing love with the family. And giving to animals.

Kevin was a happy go lucky child with an infectious smile & laugh, and loved by all knew him. He had many hobbies, loved children and animals. He maintained that infectious smile even while fighting his darkest demons!

He will be missed for his contagious laugh, warm heart as well as his shenanigans. He made people happy anytime they were in contact, whether it was a memory shared or planning a new adventure.

There was no better son, brother or friend, someone you could count on through good times and bad. He was always willing to help you through the tough times regardless of what it cost him, and he deeply felt the pain of others.

Beautiful, quirky, compassionate.

Making messes in the kitchen, being completely obnoxious together and lighting off fireworks. Riding bikes and Stealing soda as kids.

her laugh, practical jokes, singing as loud as we could in the car, the prank phone calls, and my best friend.

As a fighter. A devoted mother. An inspiring aunt. An adored neice. A daughter like no other... and a sister that can't be replaced.

Courtney was beautiful inside and out. She had a wonderful sense of humor. She was determined, proud, and brave, and exemplified the meaning of resilience. She had a big presence and could light up a room.

Courtney was a natural athlete and skating was her passion early in life. She had amazing grace and beauty on the ice and watching her compete are wonderful memories. We also cherish our memories of the smaller things - our family dinners and the recent delight she experienced caring for our new puppy "Poppy."

We will miss Courtney's laughter, her love and knowledge of professional sports, and her insightful opinions and thoughts about the challenges she faced.

Courtney would want to be remembered as an avid football and basketball fan who loved her favorite teams, the Patriots and the Celtics. She loved and had a talent for cosmetics, and her cat Charlie was her world. She would want her family and friends to know that she cared deeply for them and always kept them close to her heart.

A tough exterior with a sweetheart inside. You worked with your hands and had a very creative mind. In any project you always gave it your all. You loved hard and cared so deeply for your family and friends.

Going to the park and playing nerf guns with the kids. You were always good with children; playing, goofing-around, protecting and spoiling them too.

Your sense of humor and your smile. You always were quick with a joke or some trash talk but your smile was a rare gift.

One of a kind. A hardworking man and loving father to Jason and Lily.

Spencer never hesitated to express his love for his family and friends. Spence had a soft spot for animals of all kinds. He tried to extract the most fun from every moment of his life. He smile was big, laugh was loud and personality infectious.

My favorite memories of Spencer are the very simple ones whether it was laughing in the car together, watching old reruns or making breakfast for him. He made others feel special and loved. He never entered the room without giving everyone a big hug and reminding them that he loved them. We recently spent an amazing day moving him into his new apartment. I loved seeing how proud and excited he was for this new phase of life.

I will miss Spencer rushing thru the door, hearing his voice and awaiting a big hug. Spencer was always in motion and encouraged me to do more. I will miss experiencing adventures with him whether it was vacations, sports or just grabbing a quick lunch together. I will miss seeing Spencer grow into a man, have the family he always wanted and find his unique way in life. I don't think there is anything that I won't miss about my son.

Spencer should be remembered for his love of life, spirit of adventure and sweetness given to those close to him. Although he struggled with addiction, he wanted all of us to see the best of him, believe in him and know that he wished things could be different.

My Son was a beautiful soul,he loved animals,he always had a helping hand for those less fortunate,Bob was a happy carefree guy so respectful and kind.❤️

I am gonna miss everything about my son 💔his beautiful smile,and all the laughs he gave me over the 36 yrs he lived he was a beautiful free spirit.

Sammi was and always will be my Sunshine, my Rock, and my Dragonfly.
You are loved and deeply missed.
Soar high through the heavens my beautiful angel.

-Mama

She dances in sun soaked meadows.
Fingers tips touching so lightly the breath of angels.
She dances as the butterfly kisses the flower.
She is Samantha Rene

-Daddy

Samantha, words couldn't describe how much she meant to me, she was such a amazing sister and such a loving human being. I hope she knew how proud I was of her, and that her light was so bright it shined on others darkness especially mine, and now she is the light. She will always be shining so birght. Heaven gained the sweetest angel and I promise to keep her spirit alive. I know she is in a better place and I will miss her.

-Sabrina

Samantha Rene' Spencer

Born 3/4/95

Our sweet Samantha passed away 7/21/18. Sammi is survived by her loving parents, step parents, and sister.

Her bright eyes and sweet smile, her contagious laugh, and huge Sammi hugs. With her heart of gold and a soul as bright as the sun, Sammi gave all she could. Love, compassion, hope, and happiness to all. Sammi touched so many people's lives in the short time she had with us.

Toby loved all his friends.

Please remember him for his huge heart and his beautiful smile.