Just got the call I feared would come someday

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Just got the call I feared would come someday

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While at my shop yesterday a phone msg was left for me.It is a lawyer in Florida concerning probate court.My mother is in her mid 90's and I never got a call she had passed.But that is the only thing I can think of it would be about.Kind of hurts no one called me before this.It was too late to call back yesterday,so later this morning I'm going to get ahold of this lawyer.

I haven't been home since the mid 1970's and saw both of my parents from time to time since when they came up here.Now my mother being the last one left.

I have never dealt with probate before and I don't know what to expect.If I need to go down there or not.

Being I live alone,my head is swimming some.Not sure why I posted about this.Guess I needed to tell someone :cry:
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This sucks.She died May 23.A lawyer did some research and it was him that found me.A sister that we hate each other never bother to look and let me know.God Damm it!!!. :cry: :cry:
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Very sorry, Gary. The lawyer will have the info you need. All good thoughts coming your way.
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So Sorry Gary.
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Thanks guys.
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1989 Astro-Ole Yellar cancelled-still selling off parts
1985 Astro-shop van R.I.P. my friend
1994 Astro LT RWD W4.3 rod knock RIP
1982 Winnebago single rear wheel-Chevy 350 Scraped 1/28/13-broken dreams......


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Sorry for your loss
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Sorry to hear the bad news. I miss my mom every day...her picture is right next to my computer.
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My condolences Gary, I have not yet had to go down that road so I can't offer any advice, but getting in touch with that lawyer would probably be a good start.
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Gary, my heartfelt condolences on your loss. And may your sister get exactly what she deserves.
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My condolences man.
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One day at a time Gary......think of the good times.
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My mother has done a fantastic job of alienating herself from everyone...I finally had to put some distance between us as she was not safe around my kids. I suspect to be in your exact situation at some point...sorry.
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