Anna
I thoroughly enjoyed listening to Dr. Dobson on his Focus on the Family radio show on my commute in the morning going on my sales calls. He had words of wisdom and was entertaining as well! Peace to his family at this time.
Michael
I am 71 yrs old. I’ve never been able to acquire wealth, but what I have is a memory of seeking Jesus. All else has failed, the most basic of hopes in family and career. However, during the 90s, I was buoyed in hope for ten years at least by his Focus on the Family radio program. Whit’s End was a pivotal part of my life until 2000 when moving to Florida somehow interfered with radio reception. Dr. Dobson was my pastor and his ministry my church. He is the only thing that kept me in the fold. He used to write letters to each of us, sometimes personally. I carried those letters with me every time I moved to a new rented room. I no longer have them, as storage was too expensive, but they will always be in my heart. He even responded to my discovery of the childhood trauma that forever scarred my life. I have said for years he is the only thing that Jesus used to stop America from completely eroding in his stance to keep congress honest, even shutting the down the phone banks of congress with his exhortation to listeners to call congress. Thank you for continuing his legacy. Blessings in Liberty.
Herb
My heart was always moved while listening to Focus on the Family. I never wanted to miss it! I learned so much from all the information given through this wonderful man of God. The interviews and current news of the day regarding the family and daily life are really a part of my Christian foundation to this day. I loved Dr. and Mrs. Dobson, and my heart goes out to all their family. I do rejoice that this man of God is standing in the presence of our Almighty God.
Fran
My heart is broken, knowing that a man who made such an impact on my life and the lives of my family is gone from this earth. I have always said that anything I did right in regards to raising my children as Christians and being any kind of a decent wife can be attributed to Dr. James Dobson and Focus on the Family. He has given help to people who have been walking around on this earth, who take God and his principles seriously and live them out in their day-to-day lives. I know God used him and his willingness to serve in the lives of millions of people, and I pray that they will continue to be blessed with all the material that he produced in his life. What a wonderful time it must be for him in heaven, I pray for his family and loved ones to be comforted.
Leah
Dr. Dobson was a very nice man. I loved listening to him.
melvin
As a former State Director of Concerned Women for America of Kansas, I relied on Dr. Dobson for accurate and timely information about issues concerning the family. I listened to Focus on the Family for years and appreciated his courage to stand for family values in the midst of an atmosphere of “anything goes.” I am sure he is hearing “Well-done, good and faithful servant” in heaven right now. A life well-lived!
Judy
Shirley & family, Jim was always very precious to my family. I used Danae’s putting her foot on the basketball court sideline many times as a pastor. Shirley, you stopped by our home and visited Norma shortly before she passed away in 2011. Jim’s dad was my son’s art professor at MANC. One day at Eastborough, the congregation knelt to pray. Jim was keeling in the aisle beside his usual seat, and I laid my hand on his shoulder. God answered a prayer that day. I never knew what it was, but great servants always need support. My hugs to you all. Pastor Ray Lane (long retired)
Pastor Ray Lane
Dr. Dobson will always have a special place in my family. I remember hearing and knowing about him when I was growing up. My mom gave me his book, Preparing for Adolescence, when I was a young adult, and it helped me so much during my teenage years. Now as an adult, I have read several of his books and applied his wisdom in the process of raising my own children. I have also given my teenage kids Preparing for Adolescence to read, and I know it has helped them too. My heart is sad to know that Dr. Dobson is no longer with us. Even though I never met him in person, he was always my go-to person when I needed advice or guidance for raising my children, for my marriage, or for any family question I had – even more now that my parents are gone too. I will miss him very much. It’s hard when the people that support your values, morals, and beliefs leave us. But I know he is with the Lord, enjoying heaven, and I’m pretty sure he will be interceding for all of us. My prayers for his wife, Shirley, and their kids and family during this time of mourning. Thank you, Dr. Dobson, for giving your life to God and for everything you did for all of us in this world.
Vilma
Dr. Dobson was welcome in my home, my car, and anywhere else that I could hear his serious but warm & tender voice. He influenced me and my relationship with my Lord and Savior, Christ Jesus, for more than 50 years (I am now 72). His thoughts on pornography grabbed my attention, and I used them to try and affect others ever since I first heard them. My alarm clock was set to Family Talk @7:30am to start my day. I will miss him greatly! Looking forward to meeting him in eternity. May the God of comfort be with Shirley, Ryan, & Danae as they forge ahead in this life without their precious husband and father.
Nancy