USA First Lady Dr. Jill Biden and Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff

Dear First Lady Maria Lee,
I am an ambassador for the Drug Epidemic Memorial Wall campaign. This is a 50-state
campaign looking to place Memorial Walls in all state capitols. Would you assist us in finding
a permanent location for a Drug Epidemic Memorial Wall within our State Capitol complex?
We would like our loved ones to be honored like victims. A group of our Tennessee moms
would love to meet with you and work together to prevent this from happening ever again.
My son, Dustin Monroe, passed away due to fentanyl poisoning on February 3, 2022. He is
forever 44. His death has devastated our whole family. He was so much more than what took
his life.
Here is a little about who my precious son, Dustin Monroe, was.
My name is Sharon Kitts. I am the mother of Dustin Monroe. We shared an unconditional
and unbreakable bond. His best friend and most faithful companion, Oasis, whom he raised
from a puppy and loved with his whole heart, were like Batman and Robin.
Dustin was passionate about reading and journaling. He studied many topics and was well
versed in different religions. He was a Christian whose faith showed in his daily life, never
hesitating to pray with anyone. He lived by grace, not perfection, offering forgiveness and
always accepting responsibility for his own actions. He was kind and humble, often feeling the
pain others felt intuitively. He prayed for peace of mind and heart for himself and others.
Dustin pursued many hobbies in life, including weightlifting, working out, boxing, wrestling,
skateboarding. He loved to swim in the ocean and fish. His newest hobby was going to the
gun range. He loved all animals. He was a Big Rig Truck driver and loved the freedom of the
open road. He was known as the "Alpha Dog Warrior" and "Hillbilly Duck".
His wit could bring a smile and laughter when it was most needed, and his million-dollar smile
matched his sparkling blue eyes. Dustin's Dad passed when he was just a baby, but he
forever carried him in his heart. He loved me and his grandmother very much, bringing much
joy to our lives. Dustin is missed by many.
We are grieving mothers and parents. We have hope and keep faith that you will help us.
Sincerely,
Sharon Kitts, Dustin’s mom; forever 44
Knoxville, Tennessee
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