Lorne Pace's Story: Stories of Resilience One Year Into Widowhood and Starting Over

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In the first episode of She Diaries, Lorne Pace opens up on the one-year anniversary of her husband Jeff’s death by suicide. She shares a story of bereavement and what it truly means to grieve a spouse, navigating the fragile terrain between heartbreak and resilience.

From parenting in grief, financial upheaval, and trauma, to leaning into community, emotional honesty, and mental health healing—Lorne shows how small steps become the foundation for starting over. Her story also sheds light on the stigma many widows face, and by speaking openly, she contributes to suicide prevention, reminding listeners: you’re never truly alone.

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This podcast includes real stories of suicide loss. Some episodes may reference the method of suicide and include emotionally intense or uncomfortable descriptions. We understand how sensitive this content is, and we carefully edit each episode to honor and respect both our guests and listeners. If you or someone you know is struggling, please call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for free, 24/7 support. Please take care while listening—pause if you need to. You are not alone.

Takeaways

• The heart of what it means to grieve a spouse
• Parenting through grief while honoring a beloved legacy
• How mental health and financial transparency shape healing
• Building resilience through connection and storytelling
• Acknowledging the stigma that follows suicide loss and refusing its silence
• The gentle progression toward starting over
• Sharing hope and strength as a form of suicide prevention

See photos of Lorne and Jeff on on our episode blog post.

About She Diaries

In She Diaries, women who have lost their husbands to suicide bravely share their stories of strength while navigating the unimaginable journey of widowhood. Through candid interviews, the podcast explores their lives before the tragedy, moments that changed everything, the web of grief, and the hard-earned lessons of overcoming deep loss. These powerful stories shed light on the strength and courage it takes to move forward.

Produced by Bright Sky House — bringing hidden stories to light.

Mental Health Resources

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support for mental health crises, suicidal thoughts, or emotional distress.
• Find a Therapist: Search for licensed therapists near you through directories like Psychology Today, TherapyDen, or Mental Health Match.
• Join a Support Group: Connect with others through peer-led or professionally facilitated support groups via NAMI or GriefShare.

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