Joy in the Mourning Center for Life Losses
Board of Directors

 

Linda Gill

Linda Gill - Founder, Program Chair

In 2002, with the help of a small group of volunteers, she launched the “Joy in the Mourning”® Center for Life Losses in Columbia, SC. A registered nurse and licensed professional counselor, Linda specializes in helping individuals and families with grief and loss. Read more about the history behind Linda’s dream, her work, and her determination to make a difference in the lives of grieving people.

Devon Harris - Secretary, Governance ChairDevon Harris

"I am part of the 'Joy in the Mourning'®Center for Life Losses because I believe in the Center’s commitment to restoring not only the ability and the will to live life after a loss, but to make it a joyful life. This organization shines light in the dark and offers healing, security, peace of mind and a future for people who need it."

Bob WoodwykBob Woodwyk - Treasurer

 

Darlene Knox

Darlene Knox - Fundraising Chair

"I know first hand and have seen first hand what 'Joy in the Mourning'® Center for Life Losses can to for people going through grief. I am here to make sure that there is always a place to turn to for help to deal with the pain and the grief."

Ray Visotski

Ray Visotski“I joined the board of 'Joy in The Mourning'® Center for Life Losses because I believe I can contribute to the mission that has been established by Linda Gill. It is my hope that my experience  as an undertaker will be of benefit to the organization as it grows and reaches out to the community.

 

Laura ShaleulyLaura Shaluelly

"I have worked in public education as both a teacher and a counselor for more than 25 years. Ihave seen firsthand what students and families endure when faced with the loss of a loved one. The need for grief recovery programs and education for helping professionals is essential. I support the mission of 'Joy in the Mourning'® Center for Life Losses and Linda Gill’s commitment to helping facilitate the expansion of griefrecovery programs throughout the Midlands."

Jesisca Kline

“I believe in the mission of Joy in the Mourning® Center for Life Losses and knowing what Linda Gill gives to those in need, I have joined the board.   As a funeral director, I have seen first-hand what families are faced with upon the loss of a loved one.  Although most funeral homes offer aftercare services to the families following the funeral, many times a family needs more that a funeral provider can give.  Joy in the Mourning ® Center for Life Losses carries those through the grief process and helps them see brighter days ahead.”