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Rochester author, Randy Stocker announces the release of his book, Hugs Help.
Stocker had three family members killed by a distracted truck driver on July 22, 2003.
Killed were his mother, Jean Stocker and his two daughters, Jenelle-age 19, and Amy-
age 9.

Hugs Help shares the story of how Randy and his family survived the tragic deaths and
unbearable grief brought about by the sudden loss of three family members. The book
shared experiences and guidance to both grievers and their families and friends.  

Hugs Help:

Provides an intimate perspective from someone who has experienced sudden
loss.

Shares that voice of experience in slowly turning personal grief into a mission to
help others.

Details both acceptable and unacceptable words, actions, and gestures for those
supporting grievers.