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  1. 10-29-2007, 03:55 PM #1
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    Default Death in the family

    My "Step" grandmother died i think either last night or this morning.. idk the details...

    all i know is for quite some time she has been not well. she had a stroke like 4 or more years back... I was pretty close to her.. but rarely see her cause she and my grandfather live in Michigan. so if you could keep the family in your thoughts/prayers....

    i'm pretty down about this...

    BUT what's worse is idk what to do about the funeral/memorial....

    one i can't afford a trip to michigan by plane or car...
    two my coworker is on vacation and i'm the only other employee...
    three my grandfather was a huge part of my life and has blessed me with more than i could ever ask for so i want to be there for him if anything...

    but the work situation and money situation really just won't allow it... so idk what to do...
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    Your family is in my prayers killer. If there is anything I can do, lmk.
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    call him, let him know what the situation is, hes from the real world, he understands im sure
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    I'm sure it's passed that. I think his grandfather will understand but Killer wants to be there not just call.
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    Quote Originally Posted by 81911
    I'm sure it's passed that. I think his grandfather will understand but Killer wants to be there not just call.

    understandable, but he cant, bottom line, so call, or quit your job and go, two choices....which makes more sense?
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  6. 10-29-2007, 04:04 PM #6
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    Exactly. My thoughts are tell him what's going on... Wait til next week, and take off.

    He's not having a funeral right? So next waiting til next week should be fine.
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    My condolence to your family, a death in the family sucks. Concerning the work situation, you can fake an illness and go some way... they can't MAKE you work if you're sick. maybe some +rep will cheer u up =T
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    Sorry to hear that man. Talk to your mgr and see if they're willing to help.

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    sorry for your loss though
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    i know my grandfather will understand.. like gene said.. it's beyond that...

    and kelly, i'm still not sure at this point... i haven't spoke with grandpa yet..

    everyone else thanks....


    but as far as the job goes.. it's the owner of the company.. it's just him me and my coworker. and the co-worker is gone til next week. with no way home.
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    Damn killer man I'm sorry for the loss.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Crazy Asian
    Damn killer man I'm sorry for the loss.
    thanks bud...

    it sucks to lose someone you care about... BUT i'm glad she's no longer suffering, and now my grandfather will be able to come visit.

    he's in his late 70's if not somewhere in the 80's (sue me for not knowing his exact age!) and worked religiously until his retirement from ford this summer... he hired a sitter for grandma and was there with her every minute he wasn't working. he's the only reason she's made it this long. so i know he's gotta be very upset. and i wish i could be there for him... and i just hope he keeps it together....
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    sry to hear dude
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    thanks man!
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    Very srry to hear that, be strong and GOD be with her..

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    Sorry to hear that, dude.
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    well, no updates on the situation. i wasn't able to get in touch with my grandfather last night. so i'm still unsure of what's going on...
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  18. 10-30-2007, 08:18 AM #18
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    Sorry man. Maybe you should say, "Look, I have a DEATH in my family, and I cant afford to fly or drive, I have to go greyhound, that takes a few extra days, Im out"
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    Gross, Greyhound? No offense but

    Hopefully we can go together this weekend or something. I can help...
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    Sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers tonight.
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    Sorry to hear that man.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Seymour222
    Sorry man. Maybe you should say, "Look, I have a DEATH in my family, and I cant afford to fly or drive, I have to go greyhound, that takes a few extra days, Im out"
    that all depends on where it's at.. i'm not taking a bus to michigan just cause i don't have that much time.. but i would to kentucky...
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    Arent tickets like 100 something bucks though
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    Quote Originally Posted by BiH1320
    Arent tickets like 100 something bucks though
    i pulled up round trip to michigan they were like 200+

    which may not be much to some.. but i just moved... and i've having to pay all the deposits and what not... so that's eating up this months check.
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    Did you try orbitz.com
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    Quote Originally Posted by Killer
    My "Step" grandmother died i think either last night or this morning.. idk the details...

    all i know is for quite some time she has been not well. she had a stroke like 4 or more years back... I was pretty close to her.. but rarely see her cause she and my grandfather live in Michigan. so if you could keep the family in your thoughts/prayers....

    i'm pretty down about this...

    BUT what's worse is idk what to do about the funeral/memorial....

    one i can't afford a trip to michigan by plane or car...
    two my coworker is on vacation and i'm the only other employee...
    three my grandfather was a huge part of my life and has blessed me with more than i could ever ask for so i want to be there for him if anything...

    but the work situation and money situation really just won't allow it... so idk what to do...
    sorry to hear that killer. I will pray for your family tonight
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    thanks guys... i appreciate the thoughts and prayers!!
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    Quote Originally Posted by BiH1320
    Did you try orbitz.com
    even more expensive actually...
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    What part of Michigan are you headed to?....I have a buddy pass on Delta that you might be able to use. It's stand by only, which sucks sometimes depending on the day of the week or the destination. The ticket might run you $50 to $100.

    I hate giving buddy passes out. Friends have been stuck in airports for several days trying to fly out, but it's slow right now and you may get lucky.
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    Quote Originally Posted by noodle
    What part of Michigan are you headed to?....I have a buddy pass on Delta that you might be able to use. It's stand by only, which sucks sometimes depending on the day of the week or the destination. The ticket might run you $50 to $100.

    I hate giving buddy passes out. Friends have been stuck in airports for several days trying to fly out, but it's slow right now and you may get lucky.
    well, i really appreciate the thought... but i no longer need a ticket... (reps for you)

    i just spoke with my grandpa and they are having a viewing in michigan tonight.. but the actual funeral isn't until monday and it's in kentucky. so i'll be going to that.

    thanks for all your thoughts and prayers guys/girls i honestly appreciate it!
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    sorry man i know how you feel, ill pray for you
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    Glad it got worked out. I was about to donate to the greyhound fund, hate to see that type of situation.
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    sorry for you r loss glad to hear you got the cituation resolved though man
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    sorry to hear that man..
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    thanks guys.... yeah, what's better is my sister is flying up to michigan to see my grandfather for the viewing tonight.. so one of us will be with him for each memorial....
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    Awww, Im sorry about her passing... Im sure he will understand about your situation. Do you have the funds to send flowers?... what about your parents could they afford to fly you up there?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Leisa
    Awww, Im sorry about her passing... Im sure he will understand about your situation. Do you have the funds to send flowers?... what about your parents could they afford to fly you up there?
    guess you missed this...

    Quote Originally Posted by Killer
    well, i really appreciate the thought... but i no longer need a ticket... (reps for you)

    i just spoke with my grandpa and they are having a viewing in michigan tonight.. but the actual funeral isn't until monday and it's in kentucky. so i'll be going to that.

    thanks for all your thoughts and prayers guys/girls i honestly appreciate it!
    but my parents are still sending flowers even though i'm gonna be there....


    but if you guys wanna start a "keep killer from going broke becuase he has to drive to kentucky for his grandmothers funeral" fund... i'd really appreciate it! lol....

    ok sorry.. i know not really a joking matter...


    but i'm driving up sometime sunday.. coming back prolly wednesday... (depending on how long my grandfather stays) its not gonna be cheap... but i'll go with out later to be able to be there for him now... it's completely worth it.
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