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How do I tell this little boy and his family that....?

So about 2 years ago my little brother passed away. And for some reason I never thought to tell his best friend's family because they moved away about 4 months before the crash.

But now his best friend moved back here and he's coming over everday to see if my little brother can hang out, and I keep telling him that he's not here right now because I don't know what to say to him. He's only about 10 years old so I don't have a clue what to say and I don't have an adult that could say it for me. I know I should've told his family, but I just never thought about it.

I also have to tell his parents that my parents passed away with my little brother. So can you please give me some ideas to tell this little boy and his family.

Thanks in advance!

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    Im really sorry for your brother and parents.

    I think you should go to his house and talk to his parents, let them tell him.

    tell his parents that you didnt know how to tell him, so you thought its better if you let his parents tell him.

  • 1 decade ago

    Katie,

    You are such a thoughtful person. I'm sorry to hear about your tragedy

    It must be so hard to have to tell people this, while you are still dealing with it yourself. You are a caring person to think of others. I'm sure it is still hard for yourself to say this to people what has happened to you. I'm sure you have someone in your life you can talk to about this. As far as the little boy, are you able to call his parents and tell them what has happened? Let them tell him. If not, you just have to say it. He might be shocked, but he will be ok. Sometimes life hands us things to deal with we think we are not ready for, somehow, it can make us stronger. It's a part of life that is real and we can't escape it. When and how it happens is not up to us. This has to be the most difficult thing you have ever had to deal with, I hope you learn some good coping skills that will keep you safe and help you live the rest of your life, like your parents would have wanted. God bless you, and keep you safe.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    It's better for sure for you to tell the boys parents rather than him... They will know best on how to tell him, and it will make it easier for you.

    Have a think about which parent is easiest to tell, that is if you are telling them on the phone or in person. They won't judge you which ever way you do so...

    Or you could write them a letter, if you still want to see them then you could tell them this in the letter.

    Hope it works out ok

  • 1 decade ago

    Oh what a terrible situation. You need to call his mother and tell him that you would like to go over for a chat some night soon, in private. Tell her in whatever words come to you. Oh dear, I'm so sorry for your troubles. This really is an awful story.

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  • 1 decade ago

    I am so sorry for your loss and this is not an easy thing to do. what I would do is call the little boy's parents and let them know your sad news. Let his mom and dad tell him.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    First.... dont beat yourself up for how you handled this. Everyone will understand.

    But...call this family and ask to speak to the parents. Tell the parents what happened and your confusion on how to handle it. let them tell their son.

    I would do this as soon as you can...for your own peace of mind.

    Best wishes

  • 1 decade ago

    well go over to that little boys house and talk to his parents first and tell him what happen with yur family...then tell them to tell the boy that the yur brother is not coming no more...

    i hope this helps you alot

    good luck:)

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    It's crule that you didn't tell him as soon as he mentioned your brother! Do you think people can't deal with the truth?

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