Memorial held for Suicide Awareness

Healing & Helping

Photo by Tori Stockton

Pastor Ron Tilley, center, speaks during a memorial and candle light tribute that was held at McMillan Park Thursday, Sept. 17 to help those who have lost a loved one to suicide and bring awareness to the issue. Jordan Dobbs, who lost her step father to suicide last year, organized the event.  From the memorial, the Mena Suicide Awareness and Support Group has formed and plans for meetings are underway. To join the group or for more information visit Mena Suicide Awareness and Support Group on Facebook.

Jeri Pearson

Jeri is the News Director for Pulse Multi-Media and Editor of The Polk County Pulse. She has 10 years of experience in community focused journalism and has won multiple press association awards.

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