Randy Stocker
Randy Stocker is the survivor of an unfathomable tragedy with the deaths of three family members to a distracted semi-truck driver. Instead of wallowing in his grief, he took the path to learn about grief and grieving so he could help others. Stocker is the author of the book, “Hugs Help-Our Story of Tragic Loss, Survival, and Helping Others.” He is also a sought after professional speaker, an organizer of multiple bereavement groups, and a great listener to others who have suffered tragic loss. He runs a Facebook Group on grief and grieving. For more information visit <url removed>
Occupation: Speaker and Author on Grief & Tragic Loss
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Five “Real World” Ways to Help a Griever
What I learned after the deaths of my mother, Jean, and my two daughters, Jenelle-age 19, and Amy-age 9 to a distracted semi-truck driver is that things people say and do to help grievers can be perceived as both hurtful and insensitive by the people that are receiving the help. Below are five my...
Couples and Grieving: The Path to Healing
You have most likely heard the saying, “Everybody Grieves Differently”. This goes for couples as well. Even though Char and I had been married for 21-years, the way we grieved after the death of our two daughters, Jenelle-age 19, and Amy-age 9, as well as my mother, Jean, was like night and day. ...
Challenged to Help a Grieving Friend? 6 Ways to Step Inside their Pain
My best friend’s child just died in a car accident. My friend is in shock. She is angry with the world. What do I say? What can I do to help her? According to the National Center for Health Statistics, over 200,000 people suffered accidental deaths in 2020. WOW!!! Death and grief are everywhere. ...
What Does a Griever Really Want to Tell You?
Wouldn’t it be nice if we could read the mind of someone who is grieving? We know that they are hurting from their loss, but they won’t accept our help or listen to our advice? They are asking themselves, “Why did this happen? Why can’t I cry? Why did God do this to me?” We really want to help, b...
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