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Dave's Story

10/19/24, 5:00 PM

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David “Dave” Creaser faced challenges with mental health and addiction throughout his adult life. His battle with addiction began at just 13 years old, when marijuana became easily accessible to him. When Dave was sober, he was truly remarkable—his talent for construction and renovation revealed the beauty of his spirit. However, during his darkest moments, consumed by addiction and mental health struggles, he became overwhelmed.

David “Dave” Creaser faced challenges with mental health and addiction throughout his adult life. His battle with addiction began at just 13 years old, when marijuana became easily accessible to him. When Dave was sober, he was truly remarkable—his talent for construction and renovation revealed the beauty of his spirit. However, during his darkest moments, consumed by addiction and mental health struggles, he became overwhelmed. Over the years, he had run-ins with the legal system, spent time in jail, and was admitted to mental health facilities. Yet, Dave also experienced periods of recovery and was passionate about helping others in their own journeys toward healing.

Despite his efforts, Dave ultimately lost his battle with addiction and mental health. On the day he chose to end his life, he had attended church with one of his sponsors. I believe he was seeking peace with God and asking for forgiveness. In the months leading up to this, his family felt helpless, unsure of how to get him the support he desperately needed. During this difficult time, I made a commitment to help other families find the resources to navigate the complexities of addiction and mental health.

Dave passed away on March 5, 2018, at the age of 57, still battling addiction and mental health challenges. I know he would have loved the Red House of Hope and all that it stands for. I can feel his presence, his smile, and hear his laughter. He is finally at peace, and that’s what I hold onto.

- Deb Creaser-Kipp | VP of Red House of Hope | Sister to Dave

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