Sam Asbury took his own life three years ago, but his legacy lives on, including this week at the U.S. Open

In the wake of Sam’s suicide, Carrie Smith, Director of Student Care and Outreach, visited the Sigma Chi house to offer herself, her team and her office as a resource to those struggling with the loss of Sam and potential mental health battles with themselves.

In this powerful episode of Eternal Optimist, David Asbury shares his inspiring journey of healing and hope after the tragic loss of his son to suicide.

Reverend Mace Hall interviews David Asbury, husband, father of three and area business person and leader experienced the unimaginable when in February 2020, his middle son, Sam, took his own life. With candor, David talks about the impact of Sam's death on his life and his family. He also talks about ways he's taking his tragic loss to educate and help others with the goal of ending the "epidemic" of suicide.

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