Lindsey Herron
Bereaved Parent Mentor
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Driven by her family's journey after her son Xavier was diagnosed with metastatic epithelioid sarcoma, Lindsey Herron supports others navigating pediatric cancer and bereavement. She serves on two St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital steering councils, serves as a bereaved parent mentor, leads the "Xavier Strong" St. Jude Walk/Run team, and facilitates the “Legacy of Love” connection group for bereaved parents. Through ongoing volunteer work, mentorship, and advocacy, Herron honors Xavier's memory by helping provide community, comfort, and practical resources to families walking a similar path.
Blog posts by Lindsey Herron
Siblings Have a Different Type of Grief
October 6, 2026Siblings often grieve in silence after a brother or sister dies. One mother shares her family's story and how childhood cancer and grief affected them.
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