One of the most brutal truths I’ve come to accept in recovery is that not everyone makes it out alive. My story is one of survival, but many never got the chance to tell theirs. I’ve lost friends, and I’ve met families shattered by the weight of addiction. Too many names. Too many funerals. Too much silence. 

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That’s why I created The Addiction Memorial Wall. It’s a space for loved ones to honor and remember those who didn’t win the battle. When addiction takes someone we love, it can leave us feeling powerless and alone. You can reclaim that power by breaking the stigma. In the process, it even helps others heal. Collective sharing of our stories demonstrates that we are not alone. Your words may be exactly what another heart needs to hear. 

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Behind every name is a story, a soul, a person who mattered. These are our sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, parents, and friends—each with dreams, struggles, and a legacy worth remembering. Their lives mattered. Their stories matter. This wall is for them. Let’s give their name a voice. Let’s show the world who they were. They will never be forgotten. 

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If you’ve lost someone to addiction and want to honor their memory, you’re invited to share their photo and a short memory. Their story will be respectfully posted here as a lasting reminder that they are not forgotten, and that their life had meaning. To submit, please send a photo and a write-up (about 150–250 words) to the form below. Please allow us roughly 10 days to get your submission posted. 

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Let’s honor their memory. Let’s break the silence. Let’s tell the truth about addiction—and the people it takes.