Profiles

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Peter - Interview 13

In 2005 Peter's son was killed in a car crash. Tim was only 19 when he died. He was in a car driven by a friend who was drunk. Peter and his wife have experienced a terrible loss. They comfort each other and do not want formal counselling.

  • Background

    Peter is a Sales manager. He is married and has 2 children (1 died). Ethnic background/nationality: White British

  • Age at interview 60
  • Sex/Gender Male
  • Sally - Interview 14

    Sally's mother died in 2007. Her flat caught fire, probably due to a cigarette which had not been put out. Her mother may have been a bit drowsy due to an overdose of pain killers, which may have led to the accident. Sally and her family were devastated.

  • Background

    Sally is a Chef. She has a partner and has 3 children. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.

  • Age at interview 39
  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Linda - Interview 15

    In 2007 Linda's son, Kevin, was murdered. He was 27 years old. He was stabbed and died 5 hours later. It was a terrific shock to all the family. Linda misses Kevin tremendously but her spiritual beliefs have helped her cope with her grief.

  • Background

    Linda works to prevent misuse of drugs. She is married and has 4 children (1 died). Ethnic background/nationality: White British.

  • Age at interview 52
  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Elizabeth - Interview 16

    In 2006 Elizabeth's daughter, Marni, was killed when her car veered across the road and crashed into a lorry. The accident may have happened because Marni had a medical condition. Her death was a terrible shock. Elizabeth was devastated.

  • Background

    Elizabeth is a Designer and teacher. She is married and has 3 children.

  • Age at interview 52
  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Susanna - Interview 17

    Susanna lost her brother in the terrorist bombings in Bali on 12th October 2002. Dan was killed instantly and his wife was badly burnt. With other bereaved relatives she started the UK Bali Bombing Victims Group.

  • Background

    Susanna is an architect. She is in a civil partnership and has 1 child. Ethnic background/nationality: White British

  • Sex/Gender Female
  • William - Interview 18

    In 2005 William's 15 year old daughter, Lauren, was crossing a motorway and was hit by a lorry. She died almost immediately. William felt anger and guilt for not being able to protect her. He still misses her very much indeed.

  • Background

    William is a Health and Safety advisor, for the fire service. He has 2 children (1 died). Ethnic background/nationality: White British.

  • Age at interview 48
  • Sex/Gender Male
  • Terri - Interview 19

    In 2003 Terri's son was stabbed to death in his home. His grandmother was attacked too. Three men were involved in the attacks. Terri was away. News of her son's death was very traumatic. Counselling, Compassionate Friends, family and friends have helped.

  • Background

    Terri is a Health professional. She is married and has 3 children and 1 who died. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.

  • Age at interview 43
  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Sarah - Interview 20

    Sarah's husband, Russell, died in 2006 in a road traffic collision. He was driving a bus when the driver of another vehicle pulled out suddenly, causing the incident. Sarah was devastated and still feels that her life has been shattered.

  • Background

    Sarah is a Manager in a college of further education. She is a widow and has 4 children. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.

  • Age at interview 62
  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Patsy - Interview 21

    In 1999 Patsy's son, Dorrie, was shot. He died soon afterwards. Patsy was devastated, but through her belief in Jesus, her relationship with God, her work with Mothers Against Violence and other community work she has come to terms with Dorrie's death.

  • Background

    Patsy was a social worker (now retired). She is married and has 6 children (1 died). Ethnic background/nationality: West Indian.

  • Age at interview 61
  • Sex/Gender Female