Thank you, Dr. Dobson, for your wisdom over so many years. We have listened to your programs ever since we can remember, and we have read your books. You made your great and deep beliefs so clear and plain, whether of daily life or of a spiritual nature; most times both intertwined! The Lord brought you along in a wonderful way to the benefit of so many! We are so grateful that we had you in our lives for so many years. Now you are with your Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ, walking the streets of gold. We will see you there!

Jill

Dr. James Dobson has been a spiritual father to me since the early 1980s, when our children were just toddlers. I first discovered Focus on the Family on our St. Louis Christian radio station, and it quickly became a cherished part of my daily routine. Every weekday morning from 7:00 to 7:30 a.m., I would listen to Dr. Dobson while getting our children ready for school and preparing breakfast. That simple habit became a powerful influence in my life—and to this day, I still listen. I am deeply grateful to say that all four of our grown children are strong believers in Jesus Christ. Each is married to a godly spouse, and together they are raising our 14 grandchildren to walk in the same faith that was planted in their hearts. Dr. Dobson played a significant role in shaping the way we raised our children. His wisdom offered us a better path than the parenting models we had known from our own upbringings. Through his teaching, I found the strength and courage to tune out the noise of the culture and instead raise our family to follow Jesus. The legacy Dr. Dobson helped build in our family will continue for generations . . . our children, their children, and beyond. His impact on my life is immeasurable. Yesterday morning, I was deeply saddened to learn of Dr. Dobson’s passing into eternal life. Yet my heart is full of joy knowing the remarkable legacy he leaves behind, one that has touched millions of lives around the world. How fitting that the words he wrote over 40 years ago still echo his life’s deepest passion: leading people to Christ and upholding the sacred value of family, never the fleeting allure of money or material things. Even in his final moments, he remained faithful to what mattered most. Surely he has heard the words, “Well done, my good and faithful servant.” I know I can look forward to meeting you, Dr. Dobson, my spiritual “father,” when God calls me to my final “Home” one day . . . and I’m nearing that time, as I’m 71 years old and know the end of my life on this earth is shorter now. Thank you, Shirley Dobson, and your entire family for the sacrifices you made to support your husband and father to carry out God’s mission and calling on his life. Your lives and ministry will continue to shape and bless generations to come.

Shelley

I felt such sorrow upon hearing the news of my mentor, well respected teacher, and even a friend (by radio) leaving this world yesterday. He spoke truth and encouragement to me 5 days a week and truly taught me how to parent. I think I’ve read every book and bought many for others also. I had a drawer in my buffet full of his program’s cassettes. I felt like I truly knew him personally. He shared his real life with so many of us. We visited twice after the ministry moved to Colorado Springs and attended the 25th anniversary celebration. My kids listened to Odyssey and read the children’s magazines every month. My 9 grandkids listen to cds of Odyssey at my house now. We had all the McGee and Me movies and Adventures in Odyssey videos. I guess you’d tell from this we absolutely lived on the advice and entertainment and learning this dear, dear man was behind. I could go on some more. I loved him. I feel a big loss in this world. I’m so happy he’s in the eternal joy Jesus promised him and with his dear mother and dad again. Shirley, Danae and Ryan…thank you for supporting this man’s calling. You have only a small idea of what he meant to so many of us. God bless and comfort you all in this huge loss.

Jan

Dr. Dobson came on my radio when I was newly married in 1989. His publications gave me much hope, wisdom, knowledge, encouragement, and direction as I swam upstream against the culture to steward my family according to biblical principles and truths. The Lord greatly used Dr. Dobson to make me a better wife, mom, & follower of Jesus Christ. Though I never got to thank him on this side of Heaven, I know I will on the other. Until then, I will sorely miss this great light on the earth. Good and faithful servant, enjoy basking in the glorious presence of our Risen King, Jesus Christ!

Linda

I’m so saddened right now hearing about the passing of Dr. Dobson. I have listened to Focus on the Family for over 30 years. I have grown to love and admire him and his work with families all over the world. I also purchased and kept some of his books (When God Doesn’t Make Sense and The Strong-Willed Child). You have helped carry me through many dark days. Thank you for your faithfulness to our God and to us, your brothers and sisters in Christ. I feel as though I have lost a good friend and mentor. I will forever love you.

Ruthie

I can’t recall when I actually began listening to Dr. James Dobson on the radio which helped me tremendously raising my children and in my marriage. Dr. Dobson gave practical solutions and truths that was Bible-based and was applicable to use and understand based on where I was in my life. I always looked forward to hearing him on the radio and couldn’t wait to hear what the next topic would be about. Dr. James Dobson will be greatly missed on this side, but heaven has truly gained an amazing and remarkable God-fearing man who loved God, family, and people.

Shemell

Dr. Dobson has a impact on my life since I started listening to him on the radio back in the late 80s. I was a young married mom with 4 children, I didn’t have the parents to teach me what Christian values were and how to raise a family, as I come from a divorced family at 12 years old. Married at 16 years old, I had no idea what to do as a wife or mother. Dobson’s radio program helped me understand the importance of family & God. As a result all my children got saved, graduated from high school, also college. I had a time when I was struggling with my marriage, didn’t know what to do, I called Focus on the Family and they sent someone to my door step to talk to me, I live in a rural marriage, I don’t know how they were able to do that, but I was so grateful, and amazed someone cared enough to send them to me. Thank you Dr. Dobson for your ministry, your heart for God’s people. Been married now to same man for 50 years. Dr. Dobson was someone like no other. Sincerely thank you.

Lyla

I thank Dr. Dobson for helping me raise my children. I had moved away from my parents when my first child was an infant (35 years ago) and his books helped me learn from God’s Word what was required for discipline. I really appreciated his help in his books and his radio show, since my own father was raised in an abusive household and really was very lackadaisical about discipline. Now my other siblings have been harmed by not having direction in life. I remember an example he gave of putting his complaining kids out on the enclosed porch when it was snowing outside, to help them realize how good they had it. My children don’t realize how lucky they are to have had me being influenced by Shirley & James Dobson. Thank you so much! I look forward to meeting you in Heaven one day.

Shirley