Survivor Stories

We are Covid-19 survivors.

A coronavirus survivor is anyone who has had their life turned on its head because of this pandemic. We honor people who have survived the Covid-19 virus without lingering symptoms. We honor those whose symptoms lasted far after they tested negative for the virus. We honor those whose livelihoods disappeared, or grew dangerous, overnight. And we honor the people who were killed by the pandemic, along with their loved ones who survived, but whose lives were forever changed. We honor our stories and our trauma, and we commit to taking action together.

In Memory of Lyle David Hobart, A Mother’s Story of Losing a Beloved Son

We were unaware of the symptoms when my son thought he had simple cold. After 6 days at home I told him to go to hospital to get checked for Covid.

The Story of Matthew Doran, A Former Athlete and Covid Survivor Whose Life Has Been Devastated by the Virus

I contracted Covid-19 in January 2021. As of October 2021, I continue to suffer from EXTREME fatigue, severe chest/heart pain, muscle ache and cognitive dysfunction.

The Story of Wendy Williams, A Covid Survivor and Long-hauler Still Fighting For Support

I contracted Covid 19 in December 2020. I had a moderate case and didn’t have to be hospitalized.

In Memory of Jose Roberto Alvarez, A Daughters Story of Grieving Her Father

My dad, Jose Roberto Alvarez, contracted COVID-19 in late June 2020, and my mom also contracted it a couple of days later.

In Memory of Daja M. Evans, A Daughter Taken Too Soon and Missed Dearly by Her Father

My daughter was a beautiful light in this world, she was only 25 years old

In Memory of Ronald Lee Clore

– Jessica Clore, Michigan

In Memory of Mario Pedraza, A Daughter’s Story of Surviving Without Her Dad

I will never forget the call that changed my life and my families. I was unaware of my fathers condition battling COVID until he was already too far gone.

In Memory of Maria E. Cuevas, A Mother, Nana, and Great-grandmother Who Fought Bravely for 3 Weeks

Maria E. Cuevas, my mother who I lost to Covid on December 10, 2020. My mom fought for 3 weeks and after being placed on a ventilator she lost her battle.

In Memory of Christopher Mazauskas

– Diane Mazauskas, New Jersey

In Memory of Cipriano Pedroza, A Father and Grandfather Whose Beautiful Heart and Gentle Soul Touched So Many

My father, My first Love lost his battle to Covid on January 8, 2021. My Dad's beautiful heart stopped beating that night after fighting for three weeks.

In Memory of Cristino Cruz Jr, A Husband and Father of 39 Years Missed Terribly by His Family

My husband of 39 years passed of COVID-19 he was a wonderful hard working man he was a great father and an awesome grandfather he was loved by everyone

In Memory of Dexter Lynn Long, Sr, A Man Whose Heart and Soul Will Live on In His Community Long After His Passing

Rarely does a man leave his heart and soul in a community creating an effect that will be enjoyed for years after he’s left his earthly bonds.

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Survivor Resources

Find healing in support groups with other Covid-19 survivors. Read up on public resources available to you.