the world isn't a fairy tale...people die alone all the time...it's not that sad.

Well, said, Annemarie. I so agree. Crowjo, you're right about the world not being a fairytale. Sadly, we've seen that all too often with people not helping. But, this man's story is still sad.

Maybe this fellow didn't want anyone checking on him. He lived quite a secretive lifestyle before he died, i.e., sneaking out after dark. He sounds as though he was a recluse, and that is okay, if that was the way he wanted to live and die. He chose his lifestyle, and death.

You are so right. No one cared! I read another story of a woman they found after many DECADES still sitting in her chair!!! This is the kind of thing God is going to correct soon. Maybe the utilities companies should check into the people who suddenly stop paying. Maybe they r siting in a chair dead, too. I know this man didnt stop paying, but it makes me think. Maybe there are more out there and no one cares enough to check up on anyone.

Its not really reflective of what the world is coming too its more reflective of his World which apparently didn't include any close friends, relatives, or even Neighbors.

This is exactly what is going to happen to me because when people need help and/or am sick I am the first one there, but if nobody sees me for a week they don't call to find out if I need help, or to even check period. We live in a world where people only care what is going on in their little world and nobody cares for the other person. It is more than sad it is disgusting, now watch his relatives come out of the woodwork to see what they can get from his estate.

I am in my late 50's, all alone also. My kids live a long ways away and the extended family has all past away including my siblings. I have recently been diagnosed with a fast moving organ failure. I have my dogs with me and what worries me the most is when I do fail, who will look in to see if the dogs are okay. I'm new to this area as I lost my home (foreclosure), job, health insurance etc due to ID theft as well as an assault (none are my fault - I tried to get government intervention as this was criminal activity and no one cared). I cannot get any government assistance and I cannot get anyone to listen to me.

I cannot tell u how sad I am to know I will be dying alone and wondering if my pets are taken care of. It is not like before where the kids always found a way to take care of the parents - now it is, I'm an adult, I love you, but I have my life.

My own mother died in my arms. Yes, I am truly sad.
Jade.

this is VERY sad...how would you feel if you had been dead for two whole years and no one even knew or cared...i can't imagine how lonely that poor man was...it's terrible

There are many of us that are overlooked by our community. Some of us experience things in life that ultimately lead us to think that we are not part of a community. The result is that at the end we are alone at the time of our death. I have four biological children and I pay for a cellar phone service specifically to communicate with them. However, that doesn't happen. Day in and day out I receive no calls from them. When I call them I get a voicemail service. Modern conveniences contribute greatly in the distancing of the family unity. If there is no family unity, then it may be possible to conclude that there is less of an opportunity to become a close knit community.

"... how would you feel if you had been dead for two whole years and no one even knew or cared..."

I'd feel dead.

This comment is more geared towards the poster #8 Jade... your comment about wondering who would come check on your dogs if you passed away made me cry. And though I do not know you I would take your dogs in when it gets closer to the end for you so that you wouldn't have to worry. I am an animal lover and dogs are number one on my list. My dogs get along with every dog they meet so I know they wouldn't be a problem. I'm sorry that it is a concern for you about who will watch your dogs. I can't imagine the thoughts you've had regarding this. you can email me on america online at kklr120200 if you'd like.

Hi: I read this story and felt the same way, so very sad. Thank you for writing your comment.

You are very right, it is sad. People dyeing alone everyday does not negate the fact that it is sad. His missing for two years was no concern to even one person.

It's cruel to assume someone is antisocial. A lot of people do not get married or have children. When you get old, a lot of people that you love and know die. Sometimes there is no one left. When you become an invalid and sick, you do not get out to socialize and slowly you are on your own.

Oh, sooo true. One of my neighbors, who would not deign to say hi or even nod in acknowledgement, was found 10 days after he died. I had been on vacation, noticed all the newspapers & asked the mailman about the status of the mailbox...he got a sick look on his face & called the police from his cell. This was during a series of 90 degree days..not pleasant for anyone. Another elderly gentleman in my neighborhood is always being watched over because he's friendly, nice, & watches out for you, too...I think it's called "being neighborly"...it would never happen to the nice guy...we'd all be too worried!

I am a 69 y.o loner with a large checking account . I pay my most of my bills automatically. This could happen to me.