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Author Dr. Mary Rose Johnson’s New Book, “When a Soldier Dies,” Encourages Readers Not to Take the Journey of Grieving the Loss of a Loved One Alone
Dr. Mary Rose Johnson’s one and only son died while serving in the United States Army. He served as private first class and a gunner on a tank crew in Freiberg, Germany. On October 20, 1997, he died suddenly in his sleep. Just one month earlier, he had celebrated his twenty-first birthday in Munich, Germany, with other members of his team. One month later, he was no more. It was so shocking and devastating that Mary Rose did not think she could go on living. Her faith along with the love and support of those around her lifted her as they guided her through the valley of the shadow of death.
Mary Rose got connected to TAPS the next May when Bonnie Carrol invited her to attend the annual Memorial Day Conference. She received training as a peer mentor and has facilitated a TAPS Care Group in San Antonio, Texas. During the past twenty-four years, she has helped other parents who lost their sons and daughters in the Iraqi and Afghanistan wars. She has also volunteered with Gold Star Moms caring for Wounded Warriors and Veterans in honor of her son.
As a way of coping with her grief, Mary Rose was encouraged to return to school and to work toward a second master’s in Leadership under Dr. Ken Blanchard. Following her second master’s, she went on to obtain a doctorate in Education and Leadership. With the wisdom and ethical practices that flowed out of her dissertation research, she published a book, “How Spirituality Impacts Ethical Leadership.”
As she continued moving forward in her healing process, she accepted a position as an assistant professor at a college in San Diego. Becoming a professor, she worked one on one with students the same age as her son. Professor Johnson was helping college-age men and women learn valuable lessons about coping with the difficulties and challenges in everyone’s life.
Dr. Mary Rose Johnson writes, “When my young soldier, PFC Benjamin Franklin Betts, died, I honestly didn’t think I could survive. How does anyone get through the death of a one and only child? I desperately needed to know that I could and would. I frantically searched for information or role models who could show me the way out of the horrific pain I felt over the death of my young son. What I found was that there was a way—a path, you might say—that could bring me to another day and a future where joy and hope prevailed once again.”
She continues, “This is a book about my journey along that path. I share it with you in the hope it will give you hope, a sort of road map as you travel your path. It is a journey that is both difficult and lonely but fulfilling and life-changing. You can get through this, and you can make it to the other side of your valley. May God bless you and keep you in His loving arms through your journey. I know that He will if you will just ask. Ask Him now and know that He hears you and will answer your prayer.”
Published by Covenant Books of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, Dr. Mary Rose Johnson’s new book provides readers with a map for their journeys through grief.
Readers can purchase “When a Soldier Dies” at bookstores everywhere, or online at the Apple iTunes store, Amazon or Barnes and Noble.
Covenant books is an international Christian owned and operated publishing house based in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina. Covenant Books specializes in all genres of work which appeal to the Christian market. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Covenant Books at 843-507-8373.
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The transformational gift is designated to advance artificial intelligence (AI) research, innovation, and education across the university, with a special emphasis on integrating cutting-edge AI technologies within Temple’s undergraduate programs and the Lewis Katz School of Medicine.
Dr. Bess, a 1980 graduate of Temple University’s School of Medicine, said the donation reflects his belief that AI will define the future of discovery and clinical care. The contribution includes funding for new AI research initiatives and the creation of a future Endowed Chair in Clinical Innovation, ensuring long‑term leadership in this rapidly evolving field.
“Medicine and science are converging with technology in extraordinary ways,” said Dr. Bess. “Temple gave me the intellectual foundation to pursue my work in research, development, and healthcare leadership. Now, Kathryn and I want to help equip the next generation of students — both in the college and the medical school — to lead in this new era of intelligent medicine.”
Strengthening a Legacy of Research and Education
Temple University faculty are applying AI to fields ranging from radiology and pathology to biomedical engineering and robotic surgery. Undergraduate programs in data science, biology, and computer engineering will also benefit from the gift, connecting foundational learning to real‑world clinical applications.
“This investment allows Temple to accelerate our exploration of AI’s role in medical and scientific discovery,” said Dr. Matthew Kaufman, Professor of Computer Engineering. “It positions Temple as a national leader in AI‑driven healthcare education and research.”
A Career Built on Innovation
Dr. Alan LeSabintino Bess’s engagement with artificial intelligence in medicine began in the early 1990s, when he was involved with various Intelligent Systems Application Centers. His organization assisted research and collaborated with regional research institutions to explore how emerging computational systems could be applied to healthcare and life sciences.
Before founding American Health Systems Corporation and StoneBridge Oasis Cinema Productions, Dr. Bess held senior research and executive positions with Abbott Laboratories, Hoffmann‑La Roche, and Novartis, where he advanced initiatives in Research and Development, Drug Safety, Epidemiology, Quality Control, and Data‑Driven Medical Innovation.
“That early work showed how intelligent systems could enhance insight and precision in science and medicine,” said Dr. Bess. “Those ideas are now transforming nearly every field of healthcare.”
Faith, Philanthropy, and Community
Outside their scientific and academic work, Dr. Alan LeSabintino Bess and Kathryn Bess are deeply committed to community service throughout Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley, providing philanthropic support to several local churches and faith‑based organizations that focus on education, health, and family well‑being.
“Our giving is guided by faith and gratitude,” said Kathryn Bess. “We want to invest in institutions and communities that build hope and create lasting impact.”
“The Bess family’s leadership is extraordinary,” said Dr. Kimberly Sautter, Vice President of Human Resources at American Health Systems Corporation. “Their dedication to both scientific progress and community service embodies the values that make Temple University and American Health Systems proud partners in innovation.”
A Vision for Future Generations
Dr. Bess entered Temple Medical School in 1976 as a student and has remained closely connected to the university throughout his career. He hopes this gift will help students from all backgrounds gain access to the tools and training that will define the next generation of medicine.
“Artificial intelligence isn’t about replacing physicians and health care professionals- it’s about empowering them,” he said. “Temple students will be the innovators who carry that power forward into every corner of healthcare.”
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