thomas11

A very close family friend (we considered him family) was found dead this morning on his couch. Unofficial cause of death is alcoholism. He had two previous alcohol related strokes and had limited use of his right arm. He was an electrician for my BIL's company and one of the kindest men I have met in my entire life.

Every morning breakfast was at 9AM and breakfast was 3 tall Bud Lights. He knew alcohol was going to kill him, and this morning the bill came due. Very sad.

Michael66

I'm sorry you have lost such a precious member of your 'family'.

Alcoholism is so destructive. I have someone close to me in the same position. It's only a matter of time.

Maudcat

I'm very sorry, thomas. It's a rotten disease.

alyn528

Sorry to hear about the loss of your family friend!

He's at peace and not suffering with his addiction no longer.

HTown

I am so sorry to hear this Thomas. Prayers for you and the family.

ChloeRose63

So sorry to hear about your friend. Prayers for all.

BrendaChenowyth

Sorry for your loss, Thomas.

Algorithm

I'm sorry for your loss. Did he make any attempts to change his trajectory?

Angie247

I am so sorry for your loss, Thomas.

thomas11

Unfortunately Algorithm, he did not. He was hopeless. Two previous brushes with death did nothing.

ljc267

I'm sorry you lost your friend.

asixstringnut

Thank you for posting this. I needed to see this. This is where I am headed if I don't quit and find a way to stay quit.
I am sorry you lost your friend to this disease.

Kcey

So sorry Thomas - stay strong and safe

Kcey

You ok

Anna

I'm very sorry for your loss.

thomas11

Yeah, I'm ok. Thank you for asking.

I knew this person via my wife's side of the family. He was only 55. When I first joined this site I stupidly asked if anyone knew of someone who actually died from alcohol. Little did I know. And since then, this is the 6th person I've known that has succumb to the disease. Four from my side of the fence, two from my wife's.

SueDenim

So sorry for your loss, Thomas. I hope that you and your wife are ok.

MissPerfumado

I'm very sorry to hear this and hope you and your wife are doing OK.

Thank you for sharing it. We all need to remember how dangerous this disease is, and never be tempted back into drinking, knowing where it will lead.

Marissa41

I'm so sorry to for his family and friends.

All so very sad. But we are really alone in our addiction even with support.
Everyone in the world can love us but if we can't find it in ourselves it's almost impossible.

Dee74

I'm sorry for your loss Jeff.
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