James Kramer
James Kramer
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My parents placed a high priority on education of their children, as their whole generation has, ... They saw the value of the opportunity that it presented to my generation.
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I've come to realize we are dealing with families at extremely stressful and volatile times. There is no blueprint for how someone is supposed to respond to tragic news.
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If I stop having deep feelings or any emotions related to the tragedies the coroner's office deals with, that's a prime indicator that I need to reevaluate priorities and think about stopping, ... I'm not there yet.
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The stress and tragedy that comes with the immediate shock of being notified that you've lost someone you love is one of the most trying times for any family,
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Those experiences made me aware of the grief process and helped me to recognize how important that is for the families that are left behind,
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There are times that are trying. They're difficult, ... There are times when he has to be away for special occasions. But he continues to put family first, although he may not be present. He stays in touch. He celebrates when he is here, and we communicate. That's a very big thing. Family is a high priority for him.