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Stories of those lost to COVID per news reports, obits & submissions. They were more than a statistic. DM for link to submit a story. (Curator: @alexjgoldstein)

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JOSEPH MIGLIACCIO, 34, of Nahant, Massachusetts, died of COVID on April 18, 2020.

'Joseph was a fun-loving friend to many, an avid skateboarder and snowboarder who loved to express himself through his artwork and love of cars.'

JOSEPH MIGLIACCIO, 34, of Nahant, Massachusetts, died of COVID on April 18, 2020. 'Joseph was a fun-loving friend to many, an avid skateboarder and snowboarder who loved to express himself through his artwork and love of cars.'
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DARLENE RUBIO, 43, of Watauga, Texas, died of COVID on April 16, 2020.

'I think of Darlene and her family often. She was one of the toughest people I knew, with such a huge heart. She loved to laugh and loved her children more than anything. I cherish our memories and miss her.'

DARLENE RUBIO, 43, of Watauga, Texas, died of COVID on April 16, 2020. 'I think of Darlene and her family often. She was one of the toughest people I knew, with such a huge heart. She loved to laugh and loved her children more than anything. I cherish our memories and miss her.'
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RICHARD PROIA, 66, of Rochester, New York died of COVID on April 16, 2020.

'We will miss his love of cooking...taking us to baseball games; his hugs...mostly, we will miss his gentle soul. He leaves behind a devastated & traumatized family. We never saw this coming.'

RICHARD PROIA, 66, of Rochester, New York died of COVID on April 16, 2020. 'We will miss his love of cooking...taking us to baseball games; his hugs...mostly, we will miss his gentle soul. He leaves behind a devastated & traumatized family. We never saw this coming.'
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DEBERA WALKER, 50, of Lima, Ohio, died of COVID on April 15, 2021.

A devoted nurses aide, 'Deb loved to cook and bake for her entire family. She also liked to play cards, writing down recipes and always loved watching a good football game.'

DEBERA WALKER, 50, of Lima, Ohio, died of COVID on April 15, 2021. A devoted nurses aide, 'Deb loved to cook and bake for her entire family. She also liked to play cards, writing down recipes and always loved watching a good football game.'
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DAVID REED, 60, of Ypsilanti, Michigan, died of COVID on April 14, 2020.

He 'loved all types of music such as jazz, reggae, and House music. He was an avid Star Trek watcher and loved to watch MSNBC and CNN....He advocated for everyone in his community.'

DAVID REED, 60, of Ypsilanti, Michigan, died of COVID on April 14, 2020. He 'loved all types of music such as jazz, reggae, and House music. He was an avid Star Trek watcher and loved to watch MSNBC and CNN....He advocated for everyone in his community.'
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KEITH JACOBS, 64, of Stoughton, Massachusetts died of COVID on April 14, 2020.

'He was a talented photographer who told everyone to 'have a picture perfect day.' He was as caring, generous, and empathetic person you will find.'

KEITH JACOBS, 64, of Stoughton, Massachusetts died of COVID on April 14, 2020. 'He was a talented photographer who told everyone to 'have a picture perfect day.' He was as caring, generous, and empathetic person you will find.'
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ZACH LEVITON, 16, of Chicago, Illinois, died of COVID on April 13, 2020.

'When I lost my son Zach my world was crushed & forever changed. A movie buff, video-gamer, avid debater, dog lover...It was the simple things in life he loved the most.'

ZACH LEVITON, 16, of Chicago, Illinois, died of COVID on April 13, 2020. 'When I lost my son Zach my world was crushed & forever changed. A movie buff, video-gamer, avid debater, dog lover...It was the simple things in life he loved the most.'
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NICKOLAS LEE, 43 of Chicago, Illinois died of COVID-19 on April 12, 2020.

'Nickolas was a wonderful person who had a lifetime to live and be happy with his wife and family. But due to negligence his life was cut short. His wife...will keep Nicks memory alive.'

NICKOLAS LEE, 43 of Chicago, Illinois died of COVID-19 on April 12, 2020. 'Nickolas was a wonderful person who had a lifetime to live and be happy with his wife and family. But due to negligence his life was cut short. His wife...will keep Nicks memory alive.'
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GREG DAVIS, 43, of Cincinnati, Ohio, died of COVID on April 12, 2021.

'Greg was a vibrant soul. Devoted to his family. He loved sports memorabilia and making people laugh. If you needed a helping hand Greg was your man.'

GREG DAVIS, 43, of Cincinnati, Ohio, died of COVID on April 12, 2021. 'Greg was a vibrant soul. Devoted to his family. He loved sports memorabilia and making people laugh. If you needed a helping hand Greg was your man.'
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LYDIA LOPEZ, 63, of Saginaw, Michigan died of COVID on April 12, 2020.

'I miss everything about our life together; the good morning texts, jamming out to our favorite bands in the car & all the unforgettable laughs. She wasn't just a number, she was my mom.'

LYDIA LOPEZ, 63, of Saginaw, Michigan died of COVID on April 12, 2020. 'I miss everything about our life together; the good morning texts, jamming out to our favorite bands in the car & all the unforgettable laughs. She wasn't just a number, she was my mom.'
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MIKE GANNON, 70, of Haddam, Connecticut, died of COVID on April 12, 2020.

'He was alone, and I didn't even get to say goodbye to him. The nurse I spoke to said he was too anxious and needed to be sedated. He passed shortly after I got the news.'

MIKE GANNON, 70, of Haddam, Connecticut, died of COVID on April 12, 2020. 'He was alone, and I didn't even get to say goodbye to him. The nurse I spoke to said he was too anxious and needed to be sedated. He passed shortly after I got the news.'
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ELLEN GERLICH, 59, of Spring Lake Heights, New Jersey, died of COVID on April 11, 2021.

'Ellen's beautiful spirit was an inspiration to all who knew her. Her light will shine for many years to come.'

ELLEN GERLICH, 59, of Spring Lake Heights, New Jersey, died of COVID on April 11, 2021. 'Ellen's beautiful spirit was an inspiration to all who knew her. Her light will shine for many years to come.'
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JUAN ORDONEZ, 40 of West Milford, New Jersey died of COVID on April 11, 2020.

'Juan was kind, funny, lighthearted, optimistic, joyful, and caring. He lived his life from his heart, without regrets, with a smile, and with love for all those around him.'

JUAN ORDONEZ, 40 of West Milford, New Jersey died of COVID on April 11, 2020. 'Juan was kind, funny, lighthearted, optimistic, joyful, and caring. He lived his life from his heart, without regrets, with a smile, and with love for all those around him.'
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MICHAEL ORTIZ, 48, of New Jersey, died of COVID on April 10, 2020.

'This is my husband/best friend. He was the best husband, father, brother, son, & friend. He left a lasting impression on everyone he met even if it was for a brief moment. He will be deeply missed forever.'

MICHAEL ORTIZ, 48, of New Jersey, died of COVID on April 10, 2020. 'This is my husband/best friend. He was the best husband, father, brother, son, & friend. He left a lasting impression on everyone he met even if it was for a brief moment. He will be deeply missed forever.'
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STANLEY TEICH, 80, died of COVID on April 10, 2020.

A champion of immigrant rights, he retired as a teacher at 55 to attend law school & helped hundreds through his immigration law practice. His family misses him everyday.

STANLEY TEICH, 80, died of COVID on April 10, 2020. A champion of immigrant rights, he retired as a teacher at 55 to attend law school & helped hundreds through his immigration law practice. His family misses him everyday.
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VALERIA VIVEROS, 20, a nurse’s assistant in Riverside County, California, died of COVID on April 10, 2020.

“She was young and she was an achiever and humble and caring and loving.”

VALERIA VIVEROS, 20, a nurse’s assistant in Riverside County, California, died of COVID on April 10, 2020. “She was young and she was an achiever and humble and caring and loving.”
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CAROL GERMAIN, 86, of Bayside, New York, died of COVID on April 10, 2020.

'Carol was a mother of 2, grandmother of 3, aunt, and loved by many. She was known as the matriarch of the family because she was the last of her siblings. She loved watching the Yankees.'

CAROL GERMAIN, 86, of Bayside, New York, died of COVID on April 10, 2020. 'Carol was a mother of 2, grandmother of 3, aunt, and loved by many. She was known as the matriarch of the family because she was the last of her siblings. She loved watching the Yankees.'
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As FacesOfCOVID continues to document the stories of those lost to the COVID pandemic, there is also a new account called WeRemember that, like FoC, seeks to build empathy through uplifting the stories of the extraordinary people lost from our lives everyday.

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