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My baby girl. You're forever missed and forever loved. Your heart will forever speak #BreelynsHeartSpeaks

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In loving memory of my brother John.

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2/10/1996 - 4/3/2014 💙

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In memory of my brother, Patrick who lost his life 2/14/2020. Always missed forever loved!

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In memory of my brother, Patrick who lost his life 2/14/2020. Always missed forever loved!

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I memory of my wife Dorine...July 26th 2018, and myself overcoming an attempt. See you on the other side angel! There is hope. Transparency with support is key. Prayers and thoughts to everyone going down this journey. We all can overcome and give back. Much love!

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In memory of my dad, Quincey Dwight Green. Passed away October 16, 1992. 

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In memory of my dad, Quincey Dwight Green. Passed away October 16, 1992. 

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I walk in memory of Quincey, Candice, and Parker.  I walk for those who are struggling.  I walk to bring awareness to suicide and mental health.

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In memory of Shannon. I miss you, girlfriend.

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Died by suicide on May 18, 2013 😞

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In Loving Memory of my sweet baby girl, Kayla Riley Dawn Evans  May 1, 2004-June 10, 2017- Forever 13 Mama Loves and Misses You So Much!

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I participate in Out of the Darkness each year in loving memory of my special son Lance who left the earth in December 2016. I miss you sweet sweet son so desperately and I continue to do all I can to keep you alive for all to have a touch of Lance in their lives. I miss you from the bottom of my heart Lancey Poo until we meet again on the other side of the stars.

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My friend Winston was an amazing police officer who sadly took his own life.

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I walk in loving memory of my husband of nearly 14 years. There is not a day that goes by that we do not feel your absence. You are so tremendously loved by your children, wife, family, and friends. The hurt is unbearable and still  so shocking after more than a year. We love you.

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I loving memory of my son Ryan, you are missed every day . We love you , I walk every year for you and others we have lost to suicide .

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Love you eternally sister.

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I participate in the Out of the Darkness Walk each year to honor my son, Tommy, who died by suicide on March 24, 2017, at age 37.  Grief is a complicated companion, and raising funds for the lifesaving work of the AFSP helps me find some meaning in this wilderness of sorrow.  My efforts every year are in memory of Tommy's  love, life, and light, and to give thanks that he continues to illuminate my life and to guide me to love as he did and as he continues to do.

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In loving memory of Fran...In support of all those who fight the battles...In support for all those who are left behind...Fight on...This world needs you❤️

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In Loving Honor and Memory of our Beautiful Granddaughter Kayla R.D.Evans.Miss you much!! I think of you daily and know we'll see you soon ♡♡♡♡

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I lost my boyfriend to suicide 2 years ago. So I walk to raise awareness and let people know that they aren’t alone. When everyone comes together you can just feel the hope there. ❤️

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Thank you for the opportunity to reflect and remember those lost to suicide.  This has been a struggle for me.  I used to have very negative thoughts about suicide and those that would consider it an option.  Even after losing my Uncle, I held on to those beliefs and ideas.  It has been a long journey for me to get where I am to have a better understanding of what brings a person to consider such drastic measures.  I now walk and plan to continue to walk to raise awareness and bring hope to individuals struggling on either side of the fence, those considering it, and those that are struggling because they have lost someone.

Why ever you are here looking at this page, there is hope, you are not alone.

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We lost our youngest son, Colton Ayscue, in 2011 at the age of 21. The pain and loss is a daily struggle but we have to do all we can to stop this from happening. We are “Colton’s Crew” and we have walked every year in hope of raising funds to help others and to stop suicide. We also walk to keep his memory alive! AFSP has many ways to help others-just reach out!!!! You are not alone!!!!!

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Thank you to all our amazing Out of the Darkness walkers for joining us for the 2020 Out of the Darkness NC Experience!

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Thank you to all our amazing Out of the Darkness walkers for joining us for the 2020 Out of the Darkness NC Experience!

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International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is an event in which survivors of suicide loss come together to find connection, understanding, and hope through their shared experience. This year, International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is Saturday, November 21, 2020.

Most events will be virtual.

Go to AFSP NC to register.

https://isosld.afsp.org/charlotte-southern-piedmont/

https://isosld.afsp.org/greenville-north-carolina/

https://isosld.afsp.org/high-point-north-carolina/

https://isosld.afsp.org/hickory-north-carolina/

https://isosld.afsp.org/jacksonville-north-carolina/

https://isosld.afsp.org/north-carolina/

https://isosld.afsp.org/winston-salem-nc/

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On 23 April 2014, we lost my brother Jerimiah by way of suicide. Every year since then my husband and my 4 kids,  along with any of our family that comes to town, walks to remember him and to raise awareness.  We pray that by bringing the community together every year,  we can save at least 1 life, help someone to find hope and bring peace to those families who've lost someone they love so dearly.

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I’ve had a poster of Blake Brockington, my foster son,  on the memory wall every year since his death in March of 2015.  Thank you, Out of the Darkness team, for making space for a virtual wall.

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This quote says so much about what I wish I could say to those I have personally lost to suicide as well as to all of those who have struggled.  We can lose sight of our own light but others can still see it. It IS still there.  If you can't see the light, please keep looking.

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Walking in Charlotte & the Inner Banks walk in memory of these 4 amazing men!               ~Amanda

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Walking in Charlotte & the Inner Banks walk in memory of these 4 amazing men!               ~Amanda

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That time there was a baby kangaroo at the TriCounty (now InnerBanks) Walk!

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In memory of my cousin Oscar. You’re the reason we have gotten so involved and why we will continue to fight for this amazing cause.  Together we can do more. Keep the faith, stay strong , you’re not alone, stay hopeful. God bless.

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I have had a couple of my friends struggle with thoughts of suicide, my cousin, my aunt, and even myself at one point. I know it's heartbreaking to lose someone you know and love due to a feeling of them not being loved when in reality, they were and still are loved. Go out and spread as much love as you can because you never know what a person is going through or has been through, you never know their mindset, but know that each and every human being is loved by someone. Never. Ever. doubt your worth. These thoughts of suicide, it's just the devil trying to get into our heads and take over because he knows that we are worth more than we think, we CANNOT let him win! We have to fight together and pray. Never lose hope. I want to take the stand. I want to save at least one life. Let's be the light in this darkness and honor and celebrate any of those who were lost on the way.

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It's been over 17 years now since you left our earth-bound family. I know from your "visits" that you are at peace now and surfing the clouds daily.
Not a day goes by that I don't have a Luke Moment. I thank God for those moments, even when it hurts. Your Momma Dukes misses you so, so much, sweet boy.
Until we meet again, please know that I've done all I can to help YOU live longer and larger. I hope you are proud of me. I was always and will always be so very proud of the amazing Man of God you were here on Earth and know that you are happy and hanging out with Jesus, no doubt keeping him in stiches with your humor and wit.
I love you, son.
forever,
Momma Dukes
(AKA Betsy Rhodes)

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I am walking for my 18-year-old son Dillon. I miss him everyday.

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As I reflect on memories from last year's walk I want to encourage all of our fellow advocates, survivors, volunteers and extended family to continue to push forward in this life changing mission and know that you all are making a tremendous positive impact on this world.
#NCExperience
#BeTheVoice
#OutoftheDarkness

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I am walking for my nephew! He was a father of two and a wonderful husband to his wife! He never showed any signs nor did he say anything about ending his life. He just did it on August 13, 2019. Please tell your family that you love as much as you can and please hug people you care about harder. You never know what is going on in their lives.

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While the walks are always a time of honoring & remembering our loved ones, they are also a time to come together with friends and feel the connection & understanding of the AFSP family (including so many not pictured).

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While the walks are always a time of honoring & remembering our loved ones, they are also a time to come together with friends and feel the connection & understanding of the AFSP family (including so many not pictured).

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Happy memory from our TRIAD WALK leaders in 2019. Wish we could gather this year, but we will be safe and be together virtually on Nov. 7. Virtual hugs and love to the TRIAD LEADERS!