Milan Lucic opens up about father’s suicide and healing journey

Dobro Lucic’s sudden death left a lasting impact on Milan and his family. A proud father and immigrant, Dobro’s strength shaped their lives before his unexpected passing turned everything upside down.
The passing of Dobro Lucic created a devastating impact which affected Milan and all members of his family. After moving to Canada in 1984 Dobro Lucic gained recognition for being a strong person with dedication as he came from Serbia. East Vancouver was the home where he raised his offspring while teaching his kids about discipline along with inner strength. Milan became uncertain about everything because his father died unexpectedly.


Death by suicide creates an overwhelming experience of grieving for a parent. Milan openly acknowledged his fatal descent after his father passed away. The questions surrounding his father's decision have haunted him for years. As he processed the loss, Milan found it hard to move forward, battling internal struggles and dark thoughts.


Healing has taken a hard journey but Milan now develops methods to handle his struggles. He recognized the urgent need to confront mental health problems inside himself and as well as among others. His open discussions about his father's death play a role in his path toward grasping the situation and finally accepting it. His emotional recovery shows improvement as Milan deals with ongoing life difficulties. He also said, “Ten years have passed, and still, not a day goes by that I don’t think of you. Losing you changed everything. The pain of your absence has become a quiet part of my every day—a shadow that follows, a silence that echoes.”
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Dobro’s death deeply impacted Milan, leading to emotional turmoil, reflection, and a continued journey of healing shaped by his father's legacy.
“I honor you not just by remembering how you died, but by how you lived. You were kind, strong, funny, and deeply human. I see you in my reflection, in moments of strength, in the way I love others.” Milan draws power to continue through the difficult times because of his father's legacy. Dobro served as a loving husband while also caring for his children before adding the role of grandfather to his life. Milan values all the essential knowledge his father imparted about both daily life matters and significant life principles. Milan still receives spiritual guidance from his father even though he no longer has his presence in physical form.