The padlock broke with a violent crack, and the wooden door swung open before I could stop shaking. Behind me, two little girls held their breath, while I stood there with a stone in my hand, ...

Widowers' membership in their established religions was instrumental in the widowers' coping with their wives' deaths. Membership, understanding of, and faith in stated doctrines provided hope.

Dear Amy: After many decades of marriage to a wonderful woman, I find myself in my third year as a widower. Despite having many friends, an active church life and a very loving family, I am lonely. To ...