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11-19-2014, 05:02 AM

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scunningham4

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Hello, I came across this site when I was looking for books on sibling loss to alcoholism. I read a great thread that made me feel less alone in the agony. I lost my brother to cirrhosis of the liver a month ago, at the age of 35. I honestly don't even know where to begin... but this feeling in my chest doesn't seem to fade.

11-19-2014, 05:05 AM

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sprout50

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Welcome to SR. We have a friends and family of alcoholics board that might be helpful for you. Very sorry for your loss.

11-19-2014, 05:06 AM

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Dee74

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I'm so sorry for your loss - but I know you'll find support and understanding here - welcome to SR

11-19-2014, 05:07 AM

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Soberwolf

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Im sorry for your loss welcome to the forum welcome to the site

11-19-2014, 05:09 AM

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Fly N Buy

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Cannot imagine the sadness and grief you're experiencing. Very sorry for your pain in losing your brother.

We are glad you are here, friend.
FlyN

11-19-2014, 05:11 AM

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ubntubnt

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truly sorry to hear that, I hope that the site can in some small way help

11-19-2014, 09:57 AM

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PurpleKnight

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Welcome to the Forum!!

11-19-2014, 10:24 AM

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least

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Welcome to SR from a fellow Buckeye!

I'm sorry you lost your brother to this relentless disease.

11-19-2014, 10:28 AM

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luvmygirls

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I'm so sorry for your loss...I couldn't imagine losing my brother. Welcome to the forum, I hope you get the support and information you need.

11-19-2014, 11:45 AM

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Taking5

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Welcome. We have both friends and family and a grief forum which may interest you. Of course you are welcome to post here too.

11-19-2014, 12:07 PM

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scunningham4

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Thanks everyone. Just feel really lost. I cannot fathom that alcohol has killed my brother at such a young age. I thought maybe 50s at the rate he was going; however I apparently didn't know how much for how long. And the last 3 1/2 weeks he really did fight. He went into the hospital after refusing for months. It was just too late. ;( It was still unexpected. I was going to visit him that day...

11-19-2014, 12:11 PM

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Kris47

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Hello Friend,

I too am so sorry for the loss of your younger brother. I just lost my brother a week ago. I understand. Sending prayers for your brother and family as well. Welcome to SR.

11-19-2014, 12:13 PM

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SoberLeigh

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Welcome, scunningham, to SR. I am very sorry for the loss of your brother; I understand how devastating the loss of a sibling can be.

You will find support and understanding here.