Death is a horrible thing....

[Dorothy39]

Yes, reach out to him , in any way you can right now. You might send a Condolence letter, writing your thoughts inside a Sympathy Card, then calling him or scheduling a visit afterwards. You might offer food, or a gift certificate to a restaurant, or a shoulder for him to cry on!!!



Like soapets mentioned, he is still feeling numb, as though it is all a terrible dream. I feel so sad for this young man.

It is so hard , so painfully awkward for friends during such a loss. But, do get in touch with him. When we grieve, a letter or a visit is such a soothing balm!!!!!

Bless your Heart!!!!!

[Toby's my baby]

Yes, call him, ask him how he is doing, but don't talk about it too much, he'll just feel really bad, unless he wants to talk about it.

When I was in 5th grade, a close classmate of mine died on Christmas day, and also another classmate of mines dad died within like a month or two. I had a small class, 12 students, so we were all VERY close. That same year I also had another friend pass away from a four wheeler accident.

Also, last summer, a friend of mine drown in a gravel pit. So sad...I've gone through way to many losses...

[GreyhoundGirl]

I'll call him, then... I sorta hope I get an answering machine so I can plan what to say....

[Vette]

Awww... i never know what to say in situations like these either.
*huggies* to the both of you

i hope he'll be okay.

i can somewhat relate.. i lost a close friend of mine several years ago... that was hard enough to deal with... and still dealing with it.
but i cant imagine what it must be like to lose a parent.

[king2005]

Do what I do.. don't call & go over to his house. My friends always liked it when I did that, casue they were able to cry on my shoulder.

[NoahsMommy]

I'm not so sure I agree with going over unannounced instead of calling. His family is in a very, very hard place right now and they don't need to have people dropping in - they need their private time. At least a phone call wont impose on that.

While its hard to know what to say to make someone feel better in this situation, you really don't have to. All your friend needs is to know you are there for him and that you care....that is ALL you have to say.

I will keep him and his family in my prayers. How sad....well, devistating.