From infertility struggles to adoption, and then watching her child fight cancer, Brenda Reedy’s journey has been anything but easy. Through every challenge, she faced it with unwavering dedication and resilience. But just as she thought the worst was behind her, life took another heartbreaking turn—when her son entered his teenage years, he began battling addiction.
Brenda made difficult choices, fought for his recovery, and saw glimpses of hope. But then, while she was on vacation, she received the call every parent dreads—her son had suddenly passed away.
Now, Brenda has turned her grief into purpose, dedicating herself to raising awareness about fentanyl, determined to prevent other families from experiencing the same devastating loss.
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Brenda Reedy
Brenda Reedy is a passionate advocate against the fentanyl epidemic, honoring her son Jose Reedy, who was poisoned by fentanyl on April 15, 2021. While her family saw justice with a conviction, no verdict can undo the pain of loss.
Determined to prevent other families from experiencing the same heartbreak, Brenda spreads awareness and educates parents about the dangers of fentanyl. “He would have wanted that,” she says, using her voice to fight for change in Jose’s memory.
