I have been listening to Dr. James Dobson for many years, dating back to the early 70s when I found myself pregnant at the age of 16. He helped me to make the right decision of keeping my daughter and trying my best to raise her in a godly way. I would listen to Dr. Dobson on the radio as I would drive to work and would always find godly counsel about how to raise a family and to survive in an ever-changing world. My favorite book of his was “The Strong-Willed Child,” because that is exactly what I had. Thank you, Dr. Dobson! I know that God is smiling on all of his time on earth bringing hope and encouragement and introducing God into the lives of so many people. I will miss his voice, but I know that his work will go on as planned.

Dee

In 1977, I was a young Christian and had just become a mother of a baby girl. I had no clue what to do. I had come from an abusive home growing up and DID NOT WANT that for my daughter! Dr. Dobson had such an impact on my life. I listened to him on the radio daily and read his books – and that was hard for me because I’m not a reader. Knowing of Dr. Dobson has made such a difference in my life and how we raised our child. Our daughter, Ginger, is a PA in Neurology and has a son. I’m 72 years old now, but I share my experiences with the “younger” generations with children and encourage them to get Dr. Dobson’s books. I’ve even bought some and given them to families I thought would find them helpful. It saddened me when I heard of his passing, but I do rejoice that he is certainly in a better place with our Lord and Savior. Dr. Dobson had a profound impact on my life, and I will be forever grateful for that.

Vicki

Oh, what a giant of a man was Dr. James Dobson! He was invaluable in helping me raise my children. I’ve said for years that if I could meet anyone in this world, it would be Dr. Dobson. I named my firstborn, and only daughter, after his Danae. When I learned of his passing, I cried like he was my own family member. His sharing of wisdom, knowledge, and heart for the Lord was so encouraging, and He helped me greatly. I learned so much as I listened to him for many years. Oh, how I enjoyed “Adventures in Odyssey” and “Psalty.” I learned so much about how to live in this world, as I did not have a good example or guidance growing up. I pray that his impact will bring his family comfort through the ministry of the Holy Spirit. I was so fortunate to know (of) Dr. Dobson, my dear brother in Christ. I so look forward to meeting my hero in Heaven. May God comfort sweet Shirley, Danae, Ryan, and all of the extended family. Thank you, Dr. Dobson, for such a life well lived.

Debi

Thank you, Dr. Dobson, for your many years of service to the human community. You will be missed. I have read your books on child-rearing for at least 35 years. My kids are no longer children, but I still enjoy listening to Focus on the Family on Sirius. The topics are always relevant as to what we are currently facing. It seems that we are losing all of our pillars this year. It’s our turn to carry the torch. I pray for your family, and I hope they can find comfort in knowing that you are starting your eternal chapter.

Val

I have listened to Dr. Dobson for over 30 years. What a joy that experience has been! I am forever indebted to Dr. Dobson for his instruction through the radio program and his books on how to have a godly marriage and how to raise our children. Day by day, I applied his wisdom to our family life. I am grateful for being able to watch a truly godly man live his convictions. He has inspired me to live a life of godly convictions. Thank you, Dr. Dobson. I am praying for Shirley and the rest of the family.

Daisy

I first started listening to Dr. Dobson in 1982 during our first year of marriage. That year I read his book, “Releasing Your Grown Child.” I know this is odd, especially given that it would be seven more years before trying to have our first child, and more than twenty-five years before formally releasing our first of two. Because I recorded and listened to virtually every broadcast, at least until our kids were adults, I suspect few if any men on the planet listened to Dr. Dobson more than I. This daily “contact” made him feel like a father to me. And the positive impact on my family is hard to overestimate. I am confident I was not a “bad” dad, but others will have to judge where I fall on the scale between “above average” and “great.” But I am extremely confident that a daily dose of wisdom from Dr. Dobson helped make me a MUCH better dad than I otherwise would have been. I am eternally grateful for his consistent dedication to helping make families stronger and the country a better place. I look forward to personally thanking him when my time on earth is done. Many blessings to his wife, Shirley, children Ryan and Danae, and grandchildren.

Scott