After losing brother to suicide, man aims to help other families through Raleigh nonprofit

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — September is Suicide Prevention Month. Data shows veterans are more likely to die by suicide than civilians. Now, one man is determined to help other families avoid the pain of losing a family member and service member to suicide.

“I got my best friend and my brother under one roof,” said Chris Stephens. “He was every great childhood memory growing up.”

Mike Stephens was the most important person in his brother Chris Stephens’ life. Mike served in the Navy from 1994 to 1998. Life following active duty came with emotional and financial challenges…

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