Matthew Jonathon Bennett of Villanova Passes Away at 25

A 25-year-old aspiring entrepreneur from Villanova died June 12 after a battle with addiction, according to his obituary in the Philadelphia Inquirer.

Matthew Jonathon Bennett died from a drug overdose in Baltimore, his obituary says. He grew up in Villanova and Wynnewood, attending the Shipley School and graduating from Harriton High School.

His mother, Nance DiRocco, went public following his death. She told the Inquirer she hoped by sharing his story, it would support other families dealing with addiction.

"He helped so many people, but he could not help himself," his mother said. "When he was alone and isolated and depressed, it brought him down the foxhole. Because of being addicts, they do things and are too ashamed. He just wanted no more."

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