Lost a friend to suicide a month ago today.
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July 11th I lost a very close friend to suicide. I went to high school with him and then after high school we moved into a house together. He was one of the most kind hearted, loving souls you could ever have met. Accepting of everyone and easy going fun loving guy. Over the past eight months or so he became extremely depressed pushing all of his friends and a good portion of his family away. We were all worried about him but never expected him to do what he did. I know and understand now the friend that went through with suicide was not the friend I new, loved and grew up with. He was in a very bad place. I just wish I could have let him know how much we all loved and cared about him one last time.
The reason I'm bringing this up is to let everyone know that it is very important to let those near and dear to you know you love them. It's easy to do. Keep them close and support them in their time of need if possible.
Thanks to all of you who have taken the time to read this.
Matthew I love you and think about you every day. We wish you were still here drinking a beer with us. Thanks for all the great memories. I miss you buddy.
The reason I'm bringing this up is to let everyone know that it is very important to let those near and dear to you know you love them. It's easy to do. Keep them close and support them in their time of need if possible.
Thanks to all of you who have taken the time to read this.
Matthew I love you and think about you every day. We wish you were still here drinking a beer with us. Thanks for all the great memories. I miss you buddy.
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"With my own two hands I can change the world."
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Suicide is never easy. Lost my sister over two years ago to suicide. Just wanted to keep it short and simple, but also wanted you to know that I'm thinking of you, and Matthew. His struggles and dark days may be behind him now, but dealing with the loss is never an easy task.
Love endlessly,
care as much as it takes,
keep everyone close, and mourn as long as you need to, my friend.
We're all here for the support. I'm sorry for your loss, and I'm open ear. Stay strong, for your friends sake.
Be well,
Dave
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i know what you are going through and it is not easy. time heals.
be strong.
I've known a few people who have either attempted suicide or have commited suicide. One of my kids friends(what a sweet kid he was), an old friend of ours killed himself years ago and someone that is very close to me attempted it but was saved.
Unfortunately, no matter how much you let them know that you love and care about them, there are things going on in their heads that they can't get past without therapy. I was very lucky that a friend of hers saved her in her attempt. No one knew she was having the thoughts about it only that she started talking about how she was afraid to be alone. All I can say is if look for the warning signs if there are any. Mood changes, depression,talking about dying or even joking around about killing themselves. Our old friend used to say it all the time jokingly "I'm gonna kill myself" and then he did.
want to be enlightened"
Time will help. I know it's cliche, but it's true.
Keep your head up & again, I'm sorry for your loss.
RIP, Matthew.
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Rest in Peace Matthew.
May they find peace they were searching for . . .
R.I.P Matthew
My friends friend took his life 2 years ago, on new years day, pretty much soon after the clock ticked over to 12am.
Whilst we were out celebrating he took his life, now every new year is a painful reminder to his friends and family.
My friends took it hard as you would expect, painful for all.
Depression is an asshole.
San Diego 2003
Grand Rapids 2004
Grand Rapids 2006
Detroit 2006
Columbus 2010
"With my own two hands I can change the world."
The weird part is me, him and our mutual friend all hung out like a week or two before his death. We were hanging out smoking a joint in the woods. Everything was totally cool, he didn't seem depressed or anything and then not even two weeks after he hung himself in his basement of the house he shared with his eldest brother.
I didn't make it to the funeral but I went to the viewing a few days' prior and it was rough to see his body lying in a casket, void of life. It was pretty emotional and affected me strongly.
My deepest condolences to you & your family .....
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I am so sorry for your loss. A couple of months ago my 19 year old nephew / godson shot himself. He spent 2 weeks in ICU but miraculously pulled out of it and it looks like he is going to make a full recovery. I felt so sick for my sister. It was such a shock to everyone. It's just such a hard thing to wrap your mind around. My prayers go out to you and your family.