R.I.P. YOLOGOGOPLATA

I use opioids to control a chronic pain condition. A fatal overdose is one slip of the memory (did I take my noon pill?) and one extra pill taken, is a fatal error.
I carry Narcan and it goes everywhere I go. I have had frank conversations with people close to me on where it is and how to use it should I nod out and can’t be awakened. Some judged me I’m sure, I don’t GaF.
I would encourage you, if you have a friend or family member using, whether prescribed or street, go get a dose of Narcan and have it around. It’s cheap, no script required and it’s life insurance. Every pharmacy has it.

Off my soapbox...... it sucks to lose another young life to this epidemic. RIP
 
Race Freelie said:
I use opioids to control a chronic pain condition. A fatal overdose is one slip of the memory (did I take my noon pill?) and one extra pill taken, is a fatal error.
I carry Narcan and it goes everywhere I go. I have had frank conversations with people close to me on where it is and how to use it should I nod out and can’t be awakened. Some judged me I’m sure, I don’t GaF.
I would encourage you, if you have a friend or family member using, whether prescribed or street, go get a dose of Narcan and have it around. It’s cheap, no script required and it’s life insurance. Every pharmacy has it.

Off my soapbox...... it sucks to lose another young life to this epidemic. RIP
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Opioid OD does, sadly and tragically, seem to be the most prevalent OD route. Narcan does save lives, for sure in that situation.
I think Josh Samman may have gone that way.

Thoughts with his family to stay strong, remember the good times, and make it out the other side of this. That's all you can do.
 
SKITZADACTYL said:
i recognise the name but didn't really know him, if this is true then RIP, sucks to lose a sherdog brudda.
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he was a good poster, didn’t always agree with everything but he had at least a reason for feeling how he did that made sense.

rip.
 
Safe travels YOLO. Condolences to his friends, and family.

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You did nothing wrong bud.

R.I.P. Ben Spark, cool name both irl and on sherdog.

Likely he was 29, forever young.
 
RIP. Condolences to his family and friends like TS.

Seems like everyone knows someone or has someone close who was lost to opioids. I have been to funerals of two childhood friends myself in the last two years. In the prime of their lives with tons to live for just robbed from their families by this stuff. Terrible.
 
Very sad to hear about your friend because he was your friend and you guys were friends. He also looks like a nice guy.

As for Kobe Bryant ... who cares.
 
Sad news.Way too young
RIP
 
R.I.P
I haven't seen his posts but he was way too young to go. R.I.P Ben
 
The Legendary Scarface said:
He also unfortunately had some demons he struggled with for years . Ben struggled with depression and drug use for a while. (...) Last year, when i was going through some things myself, he was one of the first people to call and talk to me like a brother to help even though we didnt even know each other that well. If any of you on here are struggling with any mental health issues or drug abuse please seek help. You can overcome it.
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Thank You for posting, @The Legendary Scarface and especially for this particular fragment. I think there is still not enough care, attention and understanding in the world for mental health issues. I used to be ignorant of this as well - until it hit me and my family. Then I understood...

I just want to repeat again what You said:
If any of you on here are struggling with any mental health issues or drug abuse please seek help. You can overcome it.

And to add to that - there is no shame in admitting mental health issues, depression etc. There is no shame in going to a psychologist or psychiatrist or on therapy. When your body is ill - you go to a doctor and find a cure. Treat your mind and soul the same way - go to a doctor and find a cure. It's possible. It's achievable. It's in your power.

RIP @YOLOGOGOPLATA
 
The Legendary Scarface said:
RIP @YOLOGOGOPLATA

This morning I texted him, and earlier this afternoon I received a text from his mother, from his phone, informing me of the tragic news.

Ben was an amazing dude. He was so thoughtful and caring and always had your best interest at heart. He was also a sports encyclopedia - from mma, to basketball and everything in between, he knew stats, dates, accomplishments and could always knock your head off in a debate.

He was actually the only person I've ever made friends with on the internet(which is something I never have done before or even considered doing). I met him on Sherdog (older account) about a year and a half ago and eventually we exchanged numbers and would talk or text. We planned to meet up in person to watch a card at some point as we were about 3 hours away but it never worked out. We talked about sports most of the time but we also talked about life. Ben had a lot of things going for him, he was very athletic (A - Level son) , charismatic, and very intelligent. He was also the kindest dude man, he was so sensible and had a beautiful self awareness to him and always made sure you were comfortable and happy when speaking with you. He also unfortunately had some demons he struggled with for years . Ben struggled with depression and drug use for a while. His mother told me he never learned how to fail and he was so accustomed to being perfect (sports, studies, etc) that once he started to make mistakes and not achieve the goals he strived for, it was a foreign experience for him and that eventually led him to drug use. Last year, when i was going through some things myself, he was one of the first people to call and talk to me like a brother to help even though we didnt even know each other that well. If any of you on here are struggling with any mental health issues or drug abuse please seek help. You can overcome it.

The last time I spoke to him was the day Kobe passed. I remember informing him of Kobe's death and he immediately called me in total shock. This impacted him more then I initially thought and I haven't texted him since then until this morning . What especially hurts to think about is if i should of texted him after Kobe's death instead of waiting an entire week. I had this gut feeling that it affected him a lot and that maybe i should hit him up but i just decided to wait a bit. And right before i woke up earlier I had a dream that I was looking for a missing person. You can't run from destiny. He passed from an overdose on Monday, January 27th 2020.

My condolences go to his family and friends.

This is a link to his obituary if you'd like to read more about him:
https://www.thomasmcafee.com/obituary/Ben-Spark

Please be respectful.
RIP Ben Spark
1990 - 2020
@YOLOGOGOPLATA
Love you bro
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Fucking hell man, that is tragic as fuck!

Thoughts and prayers go out to his whole family and friends

It's touching knowing that you met friends with someone on here man. It shows that some good can come from lurking on these type of boards

For all the piss take and silly shit that goes on, we forget that genuine dudes use this forum and we also DO NOT know what goes on with peoples private lives.

Your thread has genuinely hit me hard man and I hope you keep your chin up

RIP Ben spark @YOLOGOGOPLATA
 
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What is genuinely sad, is we had a good back and forth one time and he was as friendly as could be

Definitely one of the good guys, just like Frankie

For all my shit talk on here guys, I am a family man and would never wish any harm to come to any of you guys no matter what

If any are suffering from any depression/anxiety issues, or have substance abuse problems, like I did when I was younger, then seek help

We are only on this little planet for a short time, so try and enjoy it!
 
Going to be watching this Jon Jones fight with a very heavy heart. I’m really hoping DC gets the Stipe fight because Ben loved DC and Ben Askren so much he would be really happy to see DC close his career out with the belt. Either way he just loved the sport and fighting didn’t matter stakes or the promotion just a fuckin good dude. He helped me in so many ways god bless him.
 
Doughie99 said:
well said man. We all love these forums and it's very sad that a Sherbro faltered.

Let's all remember the dude Ben Spark aka @YOLOGOGOPLATA on Saturday evening during UFC 247. I am very sure he would love that.
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That sounds cool....Yolo struck me as the sort of dude who'd like that. Maybe we can all tip one back at a certain time and make a thread on it Saturday.
 
The Legendary Scarface said:
RIP @YOLOGOGOPLATA

This morning I texted him, and earlier this afternoon I received a text from his mother, from his phone, informing me of the tragic news.

Ben was an amazing dude. He was so thoughtful and caring and always had your best interest at heart. He was also a sports encyclopedia - from mma, to basketball and everything in between, he knew stats, dates, accomplishments and could always knock your head off in a debate.

He was actually the only person I've ever made friends with on the internet(which is something I never have done before or even considered doing). I met him on Sherdog (older account) about a year and a half ago and eventually we exchanged numbers and would talk or text. We planned to meet up in person to watch a card at some point as we were about 3 hours away but it never worked out. We talked about sports most of the time but we also talked about life. Ben had a lot of things going for him, he was very athletic (A - Level son) , charismatic, and very intelligent. He was also the kindest dude man, he was so sensible and had a beautiful self awareness to him and always made sure you were comfortable and happy when speaking with you. He also unfortunately had some demons he struggled with for years . Ben struggled with depression and drug use for a while. His mother told me he never learned how to fail and he was so accustomed to being perfect (sports, studies, etc) that once he started to make mistakes and not achieve the goals he strived for, it was a foreign experience for him and that eventually led him to drug use. Last year, when i was going through some things myself, he was one of the first people to call and talk to me like a brother to help even though we didnt even know each other that well. If any of you on here are struggling with any mental health issues or drug abuse please seek help. You can overcome it.

The last time I spoke to him was the day Kobe passed. I remember informing him of Kobe's death and he immediately called me in total shock. This impacted him more then I initially thought and I haven't texted him since then until this morning . What especially hurts to think about is if i should of texted him after Kobe's death instead of waiting an entire week. I had this gut feeling that it affected him a lot and that maybe i should hit him up but i just decided to wait a bit. And right before i woke up earlier I had a dream that I was looking for a missing person. You can't run from destiny. He passed from an overdose on Monday, January 27th 2020.

My condolences go to his family and friends.

This is a link to his obituary if you'd like to read more about him:
https://www.thomasmcafee.com/obituary/Ben-Spark

Please be respectful.
RIP Ben Spark
1990 - 2020
@YOLOGOGOPLATA
Love you bro
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Sorry to hear about your loss.
 
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