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GatorPrincess8 · 02-15-2013, 06:27 PM

my Grandmother isn't even buried yet and already the drama starts. I can imagine the funeral on Thursday.

GunGator · 02-16-2013, 09:12 AM

I'm sorry for your loss and for the drama. Situations like this can bring out the worst in people unfortunately.

Sending a prayer your way.

**Juggernautz** · 02-16-2013, 11:36 AM

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Gatorrick22 · 02-16-2013, 12:01 PM

...send my condolences to you and your family, Princess.

**OaktownGator** · 02-16-2013, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Gatorrick22

...send my condolences to you and your family, Princess.

Me too... and best wishes for people to put the drama aside.

**ovillegator** · 02-16-2013, 01:03 PM

I'm guessing she meant alot to you... just remember all she was to you, and where she is now. She lives on in your heart.

Forget the others -- keep this about her memory, and your love for her.

**g8orbill** · 02-16-2013, 01:04 PM

May Jesus life death and resurrection give you hope and comfort during this time of grief

GatorPrincess8 · 02-16-2013, 03:42 PM

Thanks everyone! they are already fighting over her stuff and she didn't have anything.

**mamag8ter** · 02-16-2013, 04:13 PM

That is so sad Princess.

**mamag8ter** · 02-16-2013, 04:14 PM

That is so sad Princess. Hold your head above the bad actors, all families have them, and focus on how much she loved you and you her.

**gatorman_07732** · 02-16-2013, 04:26 PM

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Thanks everyone! they are already fighting over her stuff and she didn't have anything.

People can be so selfish when they can't wait to get their grubby hands on someones possessions before they are buried. This happens in many families.

**vertigo0923** · 02-16-2013, 11:18 PM

Drama at a funeral or in the short time after losing a family member is probably more common than we think

deathroll · 02-17-2013, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by GatorPrincess8

Thanks everyone! they are already fighting over her stuff and she didn't have anything.

Hang in there, Princess. Went through the same thing two years ago when my mother-in-law passed and again last year after my father died. I was amazed at how quickly family members were over "cleaning up and organizing" (family that were not there when their relatives were alive and/or dying mind you). Never asked others if they'd been promised any kind of memory. Later you'll find they have stuff you'd always been told you could have and/or you'll find out about things that their immediate family members were given that closer relatives should have been offered/given.

I learned from my 1st experience and just asked for one no-value item. I wanted something tangible. Something with a little meaning behind it. Something to touch. Something to show my future grand-kids was owned or used by their great-grandfather. Something they too could touch and hold onto.

I miss my Dad (a lot) but I feel real good about having a little memento of him.

Kinda lucky none of my relatives have ANYTHING of value. Can't imagine what it'd be like trying to divvy up valuables.

All my best to you and yours.

**gatorjjh** · 02-17-2013, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by vertigo0923

Drama at a funeral or in the short time after losing a family member is probably more common than we think

agree with Verti on this topic, I think the drama, backbiting and underhandedness is more likely the rule than the exception, at least if my family is anywhere near typical- hang in GP8 this 2 will pass

**kkg8r** · 02-17-2013, 09:46 AM

I am sorry for your loss. A wise friend told me once: weddings and funerals bring out the best and worst in people.

Such a true statement. Stay strong.