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Ryan was poisoned by pure fentanyl on December 17, 2018, in Plainfield, CT. He<br />

never had a chance. He died instantly. No one has ever been charged with his<br />

murder. He never made it to his 1st Christmas in his new apartment. He will never<br />

get married. He will never have children. He will never be 26. His future was taken<br />

from him. My son's promising future was taken from me. This opioid epidemic needs<br />

to end.<br />

My greatest fear is that Ryan will be forgotten. I have found purpose in starting The<br />

FROM Project (Forever Ryan's Mom) to keep Ryan's memory alive <strong>and</strong> support<br />

other grieving mothers. I create personalized cards with the lost loved one's name<br />

<strong>and</strong> send them to families all over the world. I feel guided by Ryan <strong>and</strong> I know he is<br />

supporting my efforts. I love the signs I get from Ryan; I feel him around me, his<br />

body is gone, but his energy persists.<br />

It was my job to teach Ryan about the world. Now it's my job to teach the world<br />

about Ryan.<br />

<strong>First</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> Lamont, I am asking if you would assist us in finding a permanent<br />

location for a <strong>Dr</strong>ug Epidemic Memorial Wall within our Capitol. I would love to meet<br />

with you <strong>and</strong> work together to see what we can do to combat the opioid/fentanyl<br />

crisis in our state.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

MaryBeth Moore Zocco<br />

Forever Ryan's mom<br />

Davenport, FL<br />

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