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In reply to the discussion: I just learned that my homeless little brother died... two years ago... of covid. [View all]Oopsie Daisy
(4,514 posts)119. That's a good idea. Many road blocks and brick walls so far.
"Sorry without a social security number and proof of your relationship as an heir, and need-to-know, we cannot share private information."
We are, of course, curious. But that's the extent. Whatever "estate" he had remaining is of little concern and pursuing would require more resources and legal assistance than it's worth. --- We're content that he wasn't "found dead" in an alleyway. He did have friends and I'll choose to believe that (hopefully) he was being cared for, even as an indigent, when he died.
Thank you for you thoughts. I appreciate it.
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I just learned that my homeless little brother died... two years ago... of covid. [View all]
Oopsie Daisy
May 2024
OP
She is "Sue" ... a name that we'd heard over the years. Close friend? Girlfriend? It's unknown.
Oopsie Daisy
May 2024
#3
Yes. It was almost an "in passing" and "by the way" message. An afterthought.
Oopsie Daisy
May 2024
#80
I'm sad for your loss, I am sad he was homeless. I am especially sad he died alone, and needlessly of Covid ...
marble falls
May 2024
#6
He died in Florida. I've looked into this, but without his SSN, it's unlikely.
Oopsie Daisy
May 2024
#16
We did that. The phone number is a mobile number with an area code that serves Minneapolis.
Oopsie Daisy
May 2024
#45
I am so sorry, not just for your loss, but also because you are left with so many unanswered questions.
tblue37
May 2024
#68
for the last twenty years I ran a treatment apartment program for people with severe mental illness
mdmc
May 2024
#29
That's a good idea! We'll try that. We haven't given up on our efforts to reach out...
Oopsie Daisy
May 2024
#33
between the soup kitchens and bodega employees and social workers and others on the street...
mdmc
May 2024
#43
I'll never NOT give to a pandhandler again (unless I have nothing to give)
Oopsie Daisy
May 2024
#53
Holding your family in my heart. Mercy and peace bring you consolation... n/t
TygrBright
May 2024
#26
So sorry for your loss. Whenever a family member leaves, there is loss. And grief.
japple
May 2024
#30
Thanks for your kindness. Sending strength to you and your family as well.
Oopsie Daisy
May 2024
#50
I'm sorry for your loss, for what was & is & might have been. May he rest in peace & may you remember the good times.
Hekate
May 2024
#62
We are relieved, and sad. I can't even remember what my last words to him were.
Oopsie Daisy
May 2024
#67
I am so sorry Oopsie Daisy. May the memeories and love you two shared be a blessing to you.
debm55
May 2024
#70
It sounds like this was the life he chose, so hopefully he was happy in it. Very sorry for your loss.
Joinfortmill
May 2024
#83
The OUTPOURING of kindness of EVERYONE HERE has been very helpful and HEARTWARMING, and *
Oopsie Daisy
May 2024
#111
What a story. What a sad story, and a heart-breaking one. He went where his heart wanted to go.
Doodley
May 2024
#106
We thought that might be a possibility. But he stopped picking up and cashing checks *
Oopsie Daisy
May 2024
#116
The County Medical Examiner or Coroner should have a record of his death,
Liberty Belle
May 2024
#118
Many thanks. It's frustrating and emotionally exhausting trying to find information *
Oopsie Daisy
May 2024
#129