Doctors' need addiction training  / Deirdre Sherman
I am so sorry for your loss and pain.

I read a response you posted on Dugs.com and was wondering if you have also requested that government agencies require any opioid prescribing physicians to be trained in addiction treatment and diagnosis. It seems so many doctors know the pharmacology behind the drugs and are well educated but lack essential skills in treating the patients they help become addicted to the drugs they prescribe.

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sympathy and condolences, from a stranger  / Jamie Adams (a Christian stranger )

This is such a beautiful memorial page! I just cried and cried and with that song it just reminded me of my sister who died Mei 4 2009 of the same thing. My heart and prayers go out to him in Heaven and to all of his family and friends. As odd as it may be to hear this from a complete stranger we are all sisters and brothers in Christ and I can offer what I hope is a few peaceful words.

This son husband father brother and friend is more blessed than all of us as he has seen the face of our Creator. What an amazing blessing that must be! Y'all will see him again and I bet he'll have a big smile and his arms open wide to greet you and tell you that he looked over you throughout your whole life.

I know this says it has been 3 years but I also know that when you lose someone you love a number can't be put on time. The missing and the love never ever goes away. My heart goes out to the his family and friends. God bless!

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Sorry for your lost  / Allison DeMarinis (Condulences)
I am so sorry for your lost. Your memorial page is beautiful everything that is written is so nicely done. I lost my oldest brother on Februari 1 2008 he was 33 years old when he died. His death happened from the same as your loved one. My family will miss him today tomorrow and everyday as you know it is pain that never goes away. The same for us he left behind a son who we know see growing up with out a father. These methadone clinics should not be around or at least they should not be allowed to have it leave.
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I feel your pain...  / Chelsea Russell (none)

I found this website by searching "How do I get off methadone" on ask.com and came across a reply to someone asking about taking methdaone with some patch...didn't quite understand it...anyway my close close brother overdosed on oxycotin April 28th 2007 at the age of 27. I am now battling opiate addiction with my fiance/daughter's father and it's draining me! I HATE these drugs! I am so sorry for your loss...he seemed like an awesome person as was my brother. Losing a sibling is the worst thing and if I don't do something about my fiance, my daughter and I will lose the love of our lives. My brother has a daughter who is now 10 and she was obssessed with her daddy...it just hurts so bad. My friend started a facebook "Friends Against Opiates" page in memory of Trevor Russell...try to look it up!

Chelsea

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Thank you!  / J. Anonymous (None)

I woke up at 5AM, this Sunday morning, and was suddenly stricken by excruciating pain, as I am arthritic, and have been for quite some time, and in need of surgery. I remembered that I had some methadone that I have been keeping, for just such emergency situations, and so came on line, to research the dosages. I would not only like to offer my sincere condolences for your loss, but also to thank you for posting this site. I do think that I will dispose of the methadone, and seek another solution. I know that it is difficult to move on at times, especially after the loss of a loved one. It is helpful for me, to rememer that we need only look into our own souls to realize, that they are still among us in spirit, pushing us on to live better lives, and that we are all connected as the family of human kind. Although we can not touch, we are still together, connected in spirit, and we will all meet again.

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Thoughts & Prayers  / Blackshear Family (Through Loss )
My family and I just wanted to say that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughter as well as the rest of Mr.Capozzo's family. I hope God gives everyone the strength they need to make it through a tragedy such as the one that has occurred. May you be blessed to find happiness in the near future. Your thoughts can rest knowing that Renato (Ronny) will be waiting for you at The Gates of Heaven for his bride to be and the love of his life when the time come for you to be joined again. I hope you find love and laughter a plenty until that time comes, however hard it may be. GOD BLESS THE CAPOZZO AND ZUPPARDI FAMILIES Close

Im so sorry.  / Matt Chmielewski (none)

HI my name is Matt and I ran across this site and you should report the doctor who gave someone methadone and two powerful benzos. It never happens I am in the methadone clinic and if I have a dirty urine analysis You get detoxed out of the program. I know you can report him and they will check into it and you may be able to file a lawsuit against the doctors office. Anyways Im so sorry for your loss.

 

R.I.P Renato

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I'm so sorry for you loss.  / Susana Lil' Sis (none)

I recently lost onw of my older sisters on Nov. 13, 2008.  Learning to cope one day at a time.  I won't ever "believe" what has just happened.  I feel your pain.

Beautiful memorial!

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My little bro.  / George Humphries (none)
On Monday July 2nd 2007 I was telephoned at work by my father that my younger brother was dead. TO this day I cant get over it. Personally I attended to every detail of his funeral, and to everything else someone who left this world so unexpectedly. I just cant think of it all at one time. I Close

Thinking of and Thanking You  / Pebbles Davis (friend of melissa )

Melissa, I want to thank you for all the time and effort you put in the pursuit of making life changing regulations.  How blessed your fiance was to have had you in his life.  Your strength and determination is admirable and it is clearly apparent that you shared a very deep and special love with Renato.  You put your heart and soul into the various things you do.  I never knew him yet I'm sure he was a wonderful man.  He must be bursting with pride and love for all you do in keeping his memory alive. You are deeply committed to not let him die in vain and make his passing and many others mean something.  The countless lives and hearts you touch in reaching out to others so selflessly is incredible.  I wished I had a small measure of your strength and courage.  Although my husband and your fiance never met in this life I really would like to think they know each other now.  No words can truly describe the remarkable person you are.  Thank you for all you have done and continue to do. 

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Think of Thanking You  / Pebbles Davis (friend of melissa )

Melissa, I want to thank you for all the time and effort you put in the pursuit of making life changing regulations.  How blessed your fiance was to have had you in his life.  Your strength and determination is admirable and it is clearly apparent that you shared a very deep and special love with Renato.  You put your heart and soul into the various things you do.  I never knew him yet I'm sure he was a wonderful man.  He must be bursting with pride and love for all you do in keeping his memory alive. You are deeply committed to not let him die in vain and make his passing and many others mean something.  The countless lives and hearts you touch in reaching out to others so selflessly is incredible.  I wished I had a small measure of your strength and courage.  Although my husband and your fiance never met in this life I really would like to think they know each other now.  No words can truly describe the remarkable person you are.  Thank you for all you have done and continue to do. 

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As If I Knew You  / Bobby Imperial (Friend of Melissa )

How much love you brought to your family, friends, and fiance.  What a special person you are. I know. I am the father of a special person who died the way you did. "Until We Meet Again," moves me so deeply.  The love that is constant from your forever fiance, sister, family and friends....so real, so palpable....so heart-warming.  Bless you in paradise.  I hope you know my own gem, my Jewel. As if I knew you before, Bobby

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You saved my life  / Steve Ratliff (Friend of Melissa )
Ronny, we never met, but I know who you are and how much you are loved through Melissa. You would be so proud. She has made it her life's work, so your death will not have been in vain. She and Mary have saved so many lives, including mine through their work in yours and Jamie's memories. It has truly save my life and my family. God Bless and until we meet again. Steve Close

Wonderful Tribute To Ronny  / Ed Vanicky (Friend)
Melissa,

 I'm so sorry for yours and your family's loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy, and know that the fight you are waging to raise awareness is going to be a lasting legacy of your love for Ronny and everyone affected by this . 

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Sympathy from a stranger  / Barbara Phillips (none)
I'm very moved and very sorry for your loss. Tears are streaming down my face as I read this tribute to your loved one. My family to has suffered a loss.
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I am so sorry for your loss...  / Pam Helbak (Melissa's forum )
Melissa, this is such a wonderful tribute...My heart aches for you and your loss. I, too have been reading some Sylvia Browne material and am trying to progress to acceptance. Even though we know they are now in a 'better place', we so still want them back. I signed the petition and posted it on my website, hopefully it won't be long before there are enough signatures to get it into the hands it needs to be in.
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Hey melissa!  / Kathleen Sewell (Melissa's Friend )
I am so truly sorry that you never were able to become one with your soul mate! It is so sad that so many of us are losing our loved ones to this Monster! I truly admire your will and determination in keeping Ron's Memory Alive! Also all the work you have put in to the Harmd,org website! Always remember he's in a peaceful place high above & you 2 will be reunited again! Love Ya! God Bless! Kathleen (Twinless Twin) Close

Thinking of You  / Vicki Hill (none)
Melissa, I just watched the slide, It really hurt me to see the happiness in your eyes with Renato. Never forget all the good times with him. He is safe now, he is at home.  Love, Vicki Close

So Very Sorry for Your Loss  / Melissa Eiler (Visitor~Daughter of Irwin & Renee Eiler )

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so sorry  / Miguel Fernandez (friend)
acabo de enterarme simplemente no puedo creerlo, capozo se nos fue, siento mucho esta perdida y que dios lo vendiga Close