She almost died of an overdose. Now, this mom wants to be 'the best role model'
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Tina Widergren of Ronkonkoma nearly died in 2016 after overdosing on fentanyl. After entering rehab, she has rebuilt her life and today is engaged to be married, is a mother and has launched a contracting business. On Mother’s Day, she said she will reflect on her journey to sobriety and celebrate her milestones with fiance Tim Koerner, 2-year-old daughter Mackenzie and other family members. Credit: Newsday/Alejandra Villa Loarca