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KELSEY GRACE ENDICOTT

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Conte Funeral Home - North Andover

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KELSEY ENDICOTT Obituary

Name: Calling hours for KELSEY GRACE ENDICOTT
Start: 2016-04-07T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-04-08T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Conte Funeral Home - North Andover

ENDICOTT, Kelsey Grace Age 23, passed away on April 2, 2016, from an accidental overdose. For many years, she fought a heroic battle with addiction. She had been sober for almost ten months, but her disease still had a powerful hold on her. We wish she had recognized the beauty and strength everyone else saw in her. Kelsey did not want to leave this world. She yearned for a life without fear and pain; a life that would permit her to realize that the world was open for her to explore and that change was possible. During her adolescence, Kelsey hid her vulnerability with meticulously-crafted sarcasm, but in recent years, she had allowed her kindness and compassion to shine – she had found the courage to be herself. It is not true that everything happens for a reason. The reality of Kelsey's death is devastating, and no possible reason can justify the loss of this beautiful young woman, who had so much to give to the world. Wherever she went, people loved her. The disease of addiction is merciless. It is up to us to open our minds and hearts to those who are still sick and suffering. Kelsey does not want us to cry for her. She wants us to fight for her. She wants us to fight for her memory and all she believed. She wants us to use our voices to speak up about what is happening to her generation. She wants us to tell her story and never forget she was an amazing young woman with a bright future...not a statistic. Kelsey is survived by her son Camden Endicott, her parents Kathleen (Meehan) Errico and Paul Errico of Haverhill and her father Stephen Endicott of Malden. She is also survived by her sisters, Kaitlyn Meehan of Haverhill and Melissa Fucci of Holden and her nephew, Colin Thomas Meehan-Daniels. Also among her survivors are her grandparents, maternal grandfather, John Terrance Meehan of Hampstead and her paternal grandmother Grace Endicott of Bridgewater as well as Paul and Carole Errico of Littleton. She is also survived by many cousins, aunts and uncles. A Funeral Mass will be offered on Friday at 10 AM at St. Michael's Church in North Andover. Burial will follow in Ridgewood Cemetery also in North Andover. Family and friends may call on Thursday from 4-8 PM at the Conte Funeral Home, 17 Third Street, NORTH ANDOVER. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to North Shore Recovery High School located at 112 Sohier Road, Beverly, MA 01915 or to the H.A.R.T House located at 365 East St., P.O. Box 477, Tewksbury, MA 01876 in Kelsey's name. For directions or to offer online condolences please visit www.contefuneralhomes.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Apr. 5 to Apr. 6, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for KELSEY ENDICOTT

150 Entries

April 1, 2020

Thinking of Kelsey, especially since it's so close to the anniversary of her death. Kel, I still have your picture on my altar, close to everyone I have loved and lost. I still feel your spirit. Be free, babe.

Cathy

Hale Hack

March 31, 2020

I never knew or met Kelsey but was struck by the powerful message from her family, and outpouring of love from her obituary. I know these scars run deep for all that loved and cared for her so my prayers are for you all. The Lord has an unknown way of making us lights in a dark world and it seems this young woman's life was just that. Prayers to all that feel the loss of another soul due to our world's stonghold of addiction....

Angela Sheldrick

February 23, 2020

So very sorry for your loss.

Pete Kelsey

November 7, 2019

God bless you Kelsey, may you be an angel watching over me. I was kept after a Heroin overdose in my twenties in a short time of drug abuse where I cried out for help from anything saying I still need to succeed in my sports before I hit the ground after consuming IV drugs.I thought it was going to be my last moment on earth but I cried out for anything to help me before I fell face first into the ground I basically saw death and then woke up after I don't even want to get into 45 minutes later
I only used it one time after that and I was done and my friend i was was with is now gone from the same thing. I got what I cried out for when I overdosed Kelsey I succeded in my sports 8 years later big time. There's an alternative I've learned as ive grown up to drug abuse like soda or a cup of coffee. My apologies and best wishes, Pete

Sezai Sezai

January 20, 2019

I am very sorry to offer my condolences

Sharon Parker Carroll

September 14, 2017

Dear Family of Kelsey,
First, I want to thank you for the courageous message you composed paying tribute to Kelsey, while at the same time giving others in similar situations hope, hope to show courage in times of desperation, but more importantly, to give them hope in saving their loved ones before time funs out as it did for your precious Kelsey.
In writing this very pain filled tribute, you have given me inspiration to step up and work toward an end of this horrid disease of addiction.
I have needed a cause to help me come back from my own deep sadness of losing my mother in 1998, followed by losing my only sister in 2000, my husband of 38 years in 2004 and three months later my father.
All were deaths of natural causes, but all were brutal losses for me, and coming so close together I have felt devastation for the past fifteen years.
I am now going forward with a goal in mind, a goal inspired by your story. I will start working in any capacity I find helpful to stop this epidemic.
Thank you again for opening your heart and sharing Kelsey and her story with us.
God bless your family as you heal from this devastating loss.

Sharon Parker Carroll
Bowling Green, KY

Liz Carlton

September 6, 2017

This is for Kelsey. I also am a recovering heroin addict. It has been a very long, hard, road. And it doesn't get any easier even as the time passes. God rest your beautiful soul.

Katherine S

March 1, 2017

To Kelsey,I have the same disease. Our generation is being hit by this awful epidemic, but I'm going to keep fighting back in your honor. It deeply saddens me that you lost your life to this cunning, baffling and powerful disease called addiction. I will continue to try to help others with you in mind. May your beautiful soul Rest In Peace. To Kelsey's family,Thank you for your honesty and transparency. It is too often that this disease goes unnoticed which furthers the barriers to treatment, the stimgas attached to the disease and most of all the help that is available. My heart goes out to you all and I pray that you may find peace and strength during your lives. Kelsey lives on in you! Sending positive vibes and love your way! Katherine

Robert Benjamin

May 14, 2016

If tears could build a stairway,and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again.

we mend each day

maryann ramos

May 11, 2016

dear family She was so beautiful but addiction also takes lives. being fearful of the burns of life are easier for others and for some they bear the grips of giving up hope. my hope is that her child will be the light of the world and in her honor he grow up with a second chance of living hope. Please allow time to heal you and enjoy his joy, embrace his laughter he is so innocent and you now will have the opportunity to show him his true mothers love. I am deeply sorry.

May 8, 2016

I heard Kelsey's story of addiction on NPR. Coming from a family of addiction tendencies, I felt deep pain for what transpired. Condolences to your family and I thank you for inspiring us all to keep fighting addiction. May there be a balm for the wounds addiction has caused for so many. Blessings and love sent to you.

-an NPR listening mom of 2 young boys

j k

May 6, 2016

Thank you for sharing your story.

May 6, 2016

But for the grace of God...
Thank you for writing this.

Holly Lopez

May 5, 2016

My prayers go out to you and your family, especially Kelsey's beautiful boy. Please let him know his mom was a fighter and he's got her "never, ever give up" spirit! Thank you again, for being so candid when your heart is in a million pieces...you may have saved a life. Peace and love always!

Helle

May 5, 2016

So very sad. Your words are to be admired for they are not only heartfelt, but
courageous and honest.
Rest in Peace Kelsey

May 4, 2016

Hello family of Kelsey i am a complete stranger but your story has touched my families heart greatly.... I lost my brother mark in oct 2013 and my other brother mike is currently battling the demon for the last 8 years.... My prayers and thoughts are with you all thank you for sharing

Carol Hunt

May 4, 2016

To your entire family I salute your courage and forthrightness to tell the truth about this horrible epidemic.
Thank you for opening the door to letting people know it is not a matter of will power or character flaw that is consuming young lives.
I will pray for you and your family for your great loss of such a beautiful young woman.

Karin Hudson

May 4, 2016

Thank you so much for your beautiful and honest obituary and interview. My 19 year old son died of a heroine/fentanyl overdose a little over 2 months ago. He also was a beautiful person from an ordinary family and he also was loved by all who knew him. He struggled with Marijuana addiction and mental health issues for years and only recently began to use heroine. He was supposed to start drug court 5 days after he died. I am completely heartbroken and am finding life hard to live, but hearing your interview made today a little better; you echoed so many of my thoughts and feelings. I think it will have to be the broken-hearted mothers who motivate the changes that need to happen to save more lives and end this terrible epidemic. You are inspiring me to find my voice as well.

Don Erb

May 4, 2016

Kathleen,
Heard you on NPR. How gut wrenching. So very sorry to you and your husband for the loss of Kelsey. We are losing kids to this epidemic every day here in Buffalo. Your family is in my prayers. Be strong and gain in optimism for her little one.

Henry Salazar

May 4, 2016

My heart cries for your heart. My son has been clean for 3 years, but I still live in fear of this terrible disease. I can only hope that you are comforted knowing that Kelsey is still touching people lives.

C Keller

May 4, 2016

Thank you for sharing this with the world. Heartbreaking. Wishing you peace and joy with your grandchild.

Robin Browne

May 4, 2016

Kathleen, I just listened to your moving interview on NPR. Thank you for speaking out to educate others which will in turn save lives. I'm sorry for your loss. You are an amazing woman. God bless you

Susan Schneir

May 4, 2016

Moved by your interview on Here and Now and your courage to share. My life has been touched many times by addiction loosing friends to heroin and cocaine. I grew up upper middle class as did most of my friends. It is not upbringing or parenting. It is only a disease. Thank goodness my children saw the spiraling down of my friends and both of them were scared straight.
Bringing this out in the open and offer treatment not incarceration, is the answer. I wish you and your family peace and equanimity

Bob Johnson

May 4, 2016

As someone who has lost friends to this terrible addiction, my heart goes out to you, your family, and all those who knew Kelsey.

Cassandra London

May 4, 2016

Hello, I listened to your segment on NPR's Here & Now and I just wanted to say that I am so sorry for your loss.
My deepest condolences go out to you and your family.
What a beautiful girl Kelsey was and still is in spirit.
This illness IS real and more people need to hear your story.
Warm Regards and Thoughts

April 28, 2016

Mother,
While I pray for you and your family in this tragic hour. I thank you for the wake up call and the message that you have shared with all of us. Although you could have allowed grief to overwhelm you,instead you used Kelsey's death to educate others about this tragic epidemic that has taken over this nation's youth.
May God continue to bless and keep you and your fafamily.
A Thankful Parent

Lorraine Podurgiel

April 26, 2016

Kathleen, I am so very sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing with all of us the struggle of addiction that your beautiful daughter had because I am sure with your courage and strength many others will be saved. I pray the Lord will guide you through this painful journey and give you peace. God Bless You and I will be praying for you and your family.

Kathie Filippelli

April 20, 2016

Kathleen, my heart goes out to you and your family. Your daughter Kelsey's story sounds like my son, Michael's story. He was 30 and also had a child he loved beyond words. He was the most caring and loving person I could ever ask for. He suffered with the addiction for 15 years. It is an awful, tragic disease. I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you. ❤

Kaela Johnson

April 20, 2016

Beautiful tribute. Thank you for sharing this. It's never easy to lose someone so dear. I hope many will see this and it will touch them as it did me. I'm very grateful for wonderful people like Kelsey. She was an amazing woman and i hope all can learn from this story. Prayers to you and your family.

Rona Abrahams

April 20, 2016

Kathleen,
Such a loving and thoughtful tribute to your beautiful daughter Kelsey. I also lost my precious 38 year old son Christopher 17 months ago to the dreaded disease of heroin addiction. He went through a period of sobriety that lasted ten years but finally succumbed to the hold that heroin ultimately had on him. Yesterday was his birthday and I spent it at the cemetery instead of celebrating with a cake. I know the awful pain you are going through as I feel it myself every day. My heart aches for you. Please know that your honest words may have saved a life. Thank you for efforts in the struggle to keep this scourge out in the public's eye so others may be educated. Hugs and prayers.

April 20, 2016

So sorry for the passing of your beautiful daughter Kelsey.My heart understands the loss,pain & grieve you & your family are feeling now.My son Michael passed away in August because of his addictions.So heartbreaking knowing our children had their whole lives ahead to enjoy & experience.(((Hugs)) to all of you..R.I.P.Kelsey.

Tammy Hannah

April 19, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss but in awe of your strength to share Kelsey's story in hopes of helping others like her. My cousin,38, passed away just a week after Kelsey of an accidental heroin overdose. I spoke at his funeral and shared his story hoping to touch someone there. Many prayers for you and your family.

April 18, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss and in awe of your candor. You are wonderful for helping so many people in her honor.

April 18, 2016

I didn't know Kelsey personally, never even been to her hometown, but I "know" many Kelsey's, and while I'm sadden that this addiction took such a beautiful young lady, I hope this post brings awareness to all the Kelsey's out here. Please know that you are loved by people near and dear, as well as far and unknown. We all have to step out, speak out and help save anyone suffering with addiction; YOU MATTER.

My condolences
Keyia
of Washington, DC

April 17, 2016

May your beautiful daughter rest in the sweetest peace. Although I do not know her or your family, I know the realities, disease

Jacklyn Mallett

April 16, 2016

Dear Kathleen,
So sorry for ur loss to an extremely bad disease.

Jacklyn Mallett

April 16, 2016

Hi, I too have been touched by her/ur story. I'm a recovering addict, j was addicted to heroine myself at one point in time. I've been clean from heroine since thanksgiving 2013 with a 3 month relapse in 2014,but if it wasn't for me being on the clinic I'm on I probably wouldn't be here to share this. It's not easy to admit to being on a clinic but if it helps I can't knock it. Not that I'm encouraging that route I just feel that was my best option. But during my drug use I lost a lot of family due to the fact that they want nothing to do with me anymore due to my addiction. I'm slowly learning how to cope with that which is the hardest thing besides getting clean. I'll never have my family back & I truly wish they could be more understanding to my situations but it's ok. I'm here sober & that's all I can say right now. I'm living my life as hard as it is "just for today"

Diane

April 16, 2016

Dear Kathleen,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your beautiful daughter. Unfortunatly i know what you & your family are going through. Just a few weeks ago i lost my 18 year old nephew. He was the love of my life. Just like Kelsey we thought he was going to beat this, he was on a road to recovery and then in a blink of an eye everything for our family changed. Your words in Kelsey's obituary touched my broken heart. My sister and i want to fight this disease and do something, we just dont know where to even start. And now after reading Kelsey's story, we all need to join forces and be their voice.

I will be thinking of you and your family and keep you in my prayers.

Judy Pitts

April 16, 2016

Kathleen, first of all I am so sorry. Kelsey sounded like what every girl her age should be. I am so proud of your words about addiction. I will never be ashamed that my 24yr old daughter is a heroin addict either. But for both of them we need to get involved more by trying to educate people on addiction. I too have spent many many nights just listening to every siren and waiting for that phone call. I will tell my daughter about Kelsey and she might be the life that Kelsey saved through all of this. I feel your pain, and know your words will help another mother someday with their pain. I just found out about a charity in East Bridgewater that gives to addicts and homeless people, it is called Hand Delivered Hope and they are on facebook. They gives all of us support, resources, and a caring hear when we need it most, please look for it. God Bless your family and that little boy.

Charles Laster

April 16, 2016

MayOMay you know healing, and may she rise to new life in the world to come. And may her memory be a blessing.

Tracy Sarno

April 16, 2016

Kathleen... May God bless you and give you strength to continue to share Kelsey's addiction with others and save lives!

Mandy Lewis

April 15, 2016

My name is Mandy.. I am an addict. Not to heroin but pain pills. But regardless an addict. I have been clean for 245 days. I seeked help when i realised that i had no life anymore. This story touched my heart. It made me think of what my family would feel if this happened to me. What would they tell my children. Thank you so much for sharing your story her story... My heart hurts for you and your family. I pray everyday that my children don't go down my path. Its terrifying to think about. Sobriety has helped me finally finish school since I didnt do it when I was younger. I going to start college classes in August and i done it all because i decided to change my life and get clean. May God Bless your family. Prayers with you

Donna Marie

April 15, 2016

So sorry on your loss of your beautiful daughter. My son has been clean for 4 years and pray everyday that he is strong enough to stay that way. Kelsey Grace is in my prayers.

Gayle Wyatt

April 15, 2016

Words elude me, I don't know what to say; I know there is nothing to comfort you during this time. But please know your beautiful daughter did not die in vain, this very night I have decided to seek help for my addition--one that I've battled for over 10 years. Your brutal honest writing the obituary helped me see that I am not only hurting myself but those who love me as well. Thank you for being brave enough to share this story.

E Kim

April 15, 2016

Thank you for sharing, and for the vulnerability. I pray that Kelsey Grace Endicott's death is not in vain: I hope that many other vibrant lives will be saved because someone decided to read this obituary.

Lisa P.

April 15, 2016

My deepest condolences to you and your family. I came upon your article in Woman's Day about Kelsey Grace homecoming. I am praying for Kelsey, Camden , you and your family. My heart aches for you as a mother. Your words ring such a sad truth that too many families are experiencing. I pray The Lord continue a to uphold you and give you strength and the grace to carry on and through this heart wrenching time of such a time as this. God bless you!

April 15, 2016

Even though I don't know you or your daughter but I pray for you and your family God bless you!

Crystal M

April 15, 2016

I don't know you and I didn't know your daughter, but I want you to know that your voice is important. Your message resonates in the hearts and minds of people reading this who know the magnitude of the epidemic. Keep fighting the good fight.

Beth Slingalnd

April 15, 2016

I am sincerely sorry for you & your family's loss. I lost my nephew 3 years ago, April 6, due to an accidental overdose, same situation, he was clean when he relapsed and passed. I will keep your family in my thoughts & prayers and I will continue being a voice for the one's no longer heard. Rest in peace Kelsey

A Stohr

April 15, 2016

Thank you for sharing a finely-crafted account of Kelsey's long fought, valiant struggle here. I contribute my heartfelt prayer to her legacy of caring.

deshell carter

April 15, 2016

I just wanted to take the time to tell your family I'm so sorry for the lost of your beautiful daughter may God bless you and your family always

April 15, 2016

My heart aches for your loss. I am a retired ER nurse, and I saw so much pain, loss and agony surrounding drug addiction. You are completely correct, no one chooses to leave this world like Kelsey did. We need to talk about this subject. You are SO brave to address this disease, yes folks it is a Disease. Best wishes to you and your family.

April 15, 2016

May God bless you and your family. Thank you for being so courageous and telling her story.

Holly Skaggs

April 15, 2016

I did not know your beautiful Kelsey or your family but know that I am very sadden by the lost of one so young . My youngest brother had been dealing with addiction all his adult life and we have almost lost him several times. May your angel find peace,comfort and joy in the arms of our Lord . May God be with you and all the family left too go on with out her .

Judy Stoefen

April 15, 2016

I am so sorry. Your daughter Kelsey was beautiful. And I know she fought a hard battle. I feel your pain and sorrow. You are right that this disease is merciless. We lost our daughter, Lisa, to addiction 13 years ago. She would have been 35 years old today. Like Kelsey, she had so much love to give and potential to be happy and successful and she lost it to this disease. Thank you for sharing your story.
We started a web site to share with others about this disease. If you would like to read about Lisa's story, go to lisaslight.com

April 15, 2016

R.I.P KELSEY GRACE ENDICOTT. My prayers are with you. Francis Robert - Tanzania

Lisamarie Lianzo

April 15, 2016

So sorry for your loss!! Kelsey is beautiful young woman. My deepest sympathy for your family at this time.

Emily

April 15, 2016

I lost my sister a little over a year ago to heroin, painkillers and alcohol. Her loss devastated and broke our family. Everyday is a struggle but now we are starting to become somewhat normal again, I pray your family will too. Something needs to be done to stop this epidemic! I don't know how it'll happen, but it's brave people like you that pave the way. Stay strong, and thank you for speaking up. #H.O.P.E.

Anita Vaughn

April 15, 2016

I am so very sorry for your loss. May God comfort your family.

Sweetheart you are in my prays with the loss of your Beautiful Angel.

Deloise Kaunda

April 15, 2016

Diana

April 14, 2016

RIP sweet beautiful Angel and may God comfort your baby boy and your heartbroken loving mom with HIS healing love and peace. I too have a sister that struggles and suffers with addiction. I'm so sorry for your loss. May God help us all.

Nancy DeGroat

April 14, 2016

R.I.P KELSEY GRACE ENDICOTT . I am sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful daughter . My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family . This story that you share hits home . I have a son that 23years old is addicted to the same drug . He says he clean but I do believe one day I will lose my son to this drug . It's so hard to see family's go though this and to realize it's all over . I will pray for your family . God bless you and your family . My Breaks for you and all your family .

She will shine in heavon now

Richard Pluck

April 14, 2016

I just lost a 23 year old beautiful neice named Melissa Hoban to suicide. I myself just came from an AA meeting which is keeping me clean and sober for 16 years now. I am a Vietnam Veteran and have lost many friends to this disease. On the net I am richardpluck at hot mail if you wish to write me OK God bless

james c Iezzi

April 14, 2016

rip your an angel now in heaven

Misty Holland Gallegos

April 14, 2016

God bless your beautiful angel, my prayers are with you.

April 14, 2016

I am a Social Worker in Hall County Georgia and I deal with addiction every day. Thank you for sharing these moving words.

DJ Smith

April 14, 2016

I am sorry for your loss and I thank you for telling Kelsey's story. I also have lost loved ones to addiction. I have a grandson with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and I also do not believe eveything happens for a reason. I am not sure who or why this is what people say or think.... thankyou for your heart felt honesty and I hope it might help someone.

Latonya Turner

April 14, 2016

Like so many others, my family too has been devastated by the disease of addiction. I praise you for having the strength and courage to share Kelsey's story. God Bless.

Mindy Mills

April 14, 2016

My sincerest condolences to Kelsey's beloved family, friends, and her son. Thank you for openly sharing Kelsey's story, your story. As a mom of two young adults, I believe your honesty helps me to truly grasp just how real addiction is and how non-prejudice it is. Bless you all during this most difficult time. Love and hope to you and all who may be struggling with addiction.

C Walters

April 14, 2016

I don't know you, but I understand your story. I pray for you to find peace in your daughter's passing and that her son lives a full life. My sincere sympathy is extended to you and your family. Bless you for being so brave to tell her story.

Reynolds

April 14, 2016

May God give your family strength in the coming days. I have a great respect for you and the important words you are sharing. I am a nurse to troubled youth and this is such a widespread tragedy crossing all classes of people. You are doing something very special in sharing your story.

Lancy Carr

April 14, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Thank you for your strength and powerful words. I lost my son to accidental overdose also. Love, hugs and prayers to you and your family.

April 14, 2016

Nobody, unless you have an addiction, can understand the emotional & Physical components of this disease. What a beautiful obituary wrote out of love. Thank you for your honesty and consideration of all those who suffer from this enormous epidemic. This drug has taken the rich, the young, the old, and above all the lonely home to God! Thank you for sharing what an amazing daughter you had, Friend of Bill W. Christine

April 14, 2016

I'm so sorry for your loss. This really hit home, as my daughter battles the same addiction; the same as your daughter, and the same as took her father's life. May God give us the strength and grace to move forward while fighting for this generation. May your angel rest in peace.
M. Masc

Arla Thornsberry

April 14, 2016

I must tell you as being an addict myself i suffer daily from this disease.I send my thoughts and prayers to the families and the addicts who are suffering.This was certainly a great way to honer her memory!

April 14, 2016

I am very sorry for your loss I lost my 28 year old son 7 weeks ago to an accidental overdose of pain meds so I can feel your sorry stay strong

Sharon Mcmillan

April 14, 2016

Good Evening: I lost my 25 year old son 09/18/2011, he left a 10 yr old son behind. I lost my father 04/22/2015, they did not die of drugs, I lost my brother to an overdose on 03/18/16 I will pray for you and your family. May God's peace be with you always, My heart will always have an empty spot for the lost of my son Kevin Mcmillan may God bless his sole.

Sharon Mcmillan

April 14, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tara B

April 14, 2016

I hope she finds her peace. She was beautiful. May she have sweet dreams.
-Tara B.

Kim H.

April 14, 2016

Very touching story and message "Mom" you're sharing with the world. God Bless you for being loving and strong. Know that if it opens up one eye, you have done good. I'll bet though it will open up many. And please know too that I have seen sadness in my own backyard.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Rest in Peace and God Bless you Kelsey Grace Endicott.

April 14, 2016

My little brother also struggles with addiction and I know the pain your family has gone through watching your love one lose this battle.Thank you for sharing your story and Kelsey with the world. I hope and pray for brighter days for you and your family.

Sarah Escalante

April 14, 2016

May God be with your beautiful angel.

Bridget

April 14, 2016

I did not know your daughter, but I know her story. A good friend of mine lost her boyfriend last summer from the same thing, and ironically, very similar circumstances. I have been a Friend of Bill for almost 10 years, and I know from personal experience that addiction is baffling, cunning, powerful and it does not discriminate. Bless you for being so honest and candid. As they say, "We are only as sick as the secrets we keep." Heroin is a huge problem where I live, and only by talking about it and de-stigmatizing those with problems will we be able to cage the demons for good. My prayers are with you.

Shannon F

April 14, 2016

What a wonderful message you have shared with the world by turning your own tragedy into a gift of hope for others. I pray that Kelsey's story and this picture of a beautiful young woman will give courage to many to fight for one more day, and then one more day, and one more after that. And I pray that every life you help save gives you a little more strength to face another day without your Kelsey. I pray for her peace, and for her memory to live on as a guiding light for all of those who feel they live in darkness.

April 14, 2016

I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, MY SON, LOGAN, IS AT TEEN CHALLENGE DUE TO HEROIN ADDICTION, HE IS 22. I AM PRAYING FOR YOUR FAMILY. THANK YOU FOR BEING OPEN BECAUSE AS PARENTS IT IS REALLY HARD TO DEAL WITH. THE PICTURE OF YOUR DAUGHTER IS BEAUTIFUL.

April 14, 2016

My thoughts are with your family.Where i live in Western New York we see the destruction to often from addiction.From 12 to 80.Teens to Doctors its happening daily at an alarming rate.Your words were from a place within you that showed love at its purist and honesty that is indisputable.My hope for us all is your words are seen by the masses.Please stay strong. Mike

April 14, 2016

I'm very sorry for your loss. I too lost my son to drugs - Meth! He shot himself in the head. He was such a beautiful person and loved everyone and everyone loved him. He left a beautiful daughter and a large family behind. I also have a 26 year old son on heroin now and i put him in jail with the hopes he will clean up long enough to wise up. i know it's his decision and he will need all the support and help God can give. I know exactly how you feel - it's been only 5 years since i seen my son's smile but i assure you i miss him the same and well, i too fight anger and do my best to share with all that we love our children inspite of and meet them where they are whether on drugs or not. Love and being there is key. My prayers are with and for you. Thank you for sharing. God bless.

Lynn Jakubec

April 14, 2016

I don't know your family, but I lost my 24 year old son to heroin last summer. Everything you said is true. We need to help, not criticize, judge or ostracize. My prayers are with all of you.

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