Our Stories

The stores of the Lorraine Bethea Foundation is a space dedicated to sharing powerful, personal journeys that reflect hope, healing, and resilience. Here, we highlight real-life experiences from individuals and families impacted by our mission—offering inspiration, raising awareness, and reminding others that they are not alone. Each story amplifies the voices of those we serve and the meaningful difference our programs and community make every day.

Steve & Omar's Goodbye

I was out of town on a business trip when I received an early morning phone call from the emergency room telling me that my husband Steve, a retired Marine officer, was being admitted to the hospital. I learned that an MRI test had indicated a large tumor in Steve’s brain that would require surgery. Immediately I prepared to depart and after a 5-hour trip back home, I arrived at the hospital and went straight to Steve’s room. When he saw me, he breathed a huge sigh of relief that I had made it back before he had to go into surgery.

Irma Always Wanted to Fly

Irma always wanted to fly.

She was especially fascinated by the police helicopters and Navy helicopters that she’d see flying around her house. Irma’s daughter Tony thought what a great surprise it would be to get her mom onboard one of those whirly birds and started doing some digging.

Horsing Around with Kay

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