Sheri Clipperton-Flynn

Sheri Clipperton-Flynn is a registered nurse and a member of St. Andrew’s United in Massey, Ont.

The grave of Steven Clipperton, the author’s brother. Photo courtesy of Sheri Clipperton

God sent me a stranger to help me grieve

by Sheri Clipperton-Flynn

A quiet companion was all I needed the day I visited my brother's grave

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