Kelly Corrigan Wonders Thanks For Being Here - Lesley's Eulogy for Her Son Pierce
Nov 9, 2025
Lesley Hu, a mother turned advocate after the tragic loss of her son Pierce, delivers a heartfelt eulogy, capturing his joyful spirit and unique personality. She shares poignant memories that highlight his kindness and humor. Lesley discusses the distressing reality of child fatalities in custody disputes and introduces Pierce's Pledge, a campaign aimed at ensuring temporary weapon storage during these sensitive times. Through her grief, she seeks to foster healing and community support, transforming tragedy into a mission for change.
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Violence Risk During Custody Disputes
- The episode links Pierce's death to a broader pattern of parental violence during custody disputes.
- It highlights Pierce's Pledge as a strategy to reduce such tragedies by encouraging temporary weapon storage.
Encourage Temporary Weapon Storage
- The podcast promotes Pierce's Pledge urging family law professionals to disclose and temporarily store weapons during representation.
- This actionable step aims to reduce access to firearms and lower the chance of violence in disputes.
Community Huddle After Tragedy
- Lesley Hu describes the immediate aftermath and the communal support that surrounded her after Pierce's death.
- She likens the community's response to penguins huddling, showing how others helped her endure the darkest days.
