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Dear <strong>First</strong> <strong>Lady</strong> Sarah Stitt,<br />

My name is Tammy Posey. I am a resident of Oklahoma <strong>and</strong> a heartbroken mom. I lost<br />

my youngest son, Benjamin Ryan Posey, to an accidental overdose on January 11, 2017.<br />

He was only 28.<br />

Ben was a great son who grew into an awesome young man. He was also a brother,<br />

uncle, cousin, nephew, <strong>and</strong> gr<strong>and</strong>son. Ben was funny <strong>and</strong> well-loved with lots of friends.<br />

He gave the best hugs <strong>and</strong> had the best laugh ever. He loved his family, friends, <strong>and</strong> his<br />

“life”. Ben was always willing to help others in need. Even when he didn’t have the means<br />

to do so, he found a way.<br />

I believe Ben had a servant’s heart. Ben was so much more than his addiction. Yes, he<br />

struggled with his disease, but he never struggled when it came to prioritizing his family<br />

<strong>and</strong> friends. We were always at the top of his list. Addiction stole Ben’s life, as well as his<br />

future, <strong>and</strong> broke the hearts of all of us that loved him.<br />

Addiction does not discriminate. This disease crosses all lines of common decency <strong>and</strong> is<br />

more powerful than the love <strong>and</strong> support family <strong>and</strong> friends provide. The ripple effect that<br />

addiction has had on our family is tragic, sad, <strong>and</strong> heartbreaking. Sadly, this ripple will<br />

continue forever.<br />

I am a member <strong>and</strong> supporter of the <strong>First</strong> Ladies’ <strong>Dr</strong>ug Epidemic Memorial Wall Campaign<br />

in Oklahoma. Our goal is to have a <strong>Dr</strong>ug Epidemic Memorial Wall put up in all 50 State<br />

Capital complexes to honor our loved ones that are victims of the drug crisis in our nation.<br />

I am personally asking for your help because Benjamin’s life mattered.<br />

Respectfully,<br />

Tammy Posey - Benjamin’s mom; forever 28<br />

Edmond, Oklahoma<br />

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