Imagine being responsible for carrying out your late brother's final wishes, only to have it blow up in your face. That's exactly what happened to one woman who chose to honor her brother's request to keep his illness and passing a secret from his ex-wife. The situation escalated when the ex-wife showed up at her doorstep, wanting to spend Christmas with him, completely unaware of his death. 😢
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This heart-wrenching story of a sister trying to honor her late brother's wishes has spiraled into a chaotic mess. With the ex-wife's unexpected visit and her subsequent emotional outburst, our protagonist is now facing harassment and backlash from friends and strangers alike. It's a painful reminder that grief can manifest in many forms and that sometimes, even the best intentions can lead to unintended consequences. Let's see what the internet thinks of this delicate situation... 💬
Respecting late brother's wishes, ex-wife lashes out. NTA. 🙏
mlb64 | mlb64
Respect for brother's wishes, ex-wife overstepped boundaries 😍
arizonakarenina | arizonakarenina
Respecting late brother's wishes, ex-wife not owed anything. NTA 😊
askallthequestions86 | askallthequestions86
Friends MIA during brother's illness and divorce, NTA prevails 😊
mandirahman | mandirahman
Respecting late brother's wishes, sister not to blame. 🙏
Maximum_System_7819 | Maximum_System_7819
Respectful commenters offer sympathy and virtual hugs for all parties involved.
Ohcrumbcakes | Ohcrumbcakes
Respecting late brother's wishes caused unexpected pain and confusion 😢
astrocanyounaut | astrocanyounaut
Respecting the dead: Sister honors brother's wishes despite backlash 🙏
laxyliz | laxyliz
Respecting the dead's wishes: NTA for sister, but lessons learned 🙏
Rabid-GNN | Rabid-GNN
Compassionate response to a difficult situation with no clear solution 🙏
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Respecting the wishes of the deceased brother over ex-wife's feelings 🙌
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Respecting the dead: a promise is a promise 🙏
Caeflin | Caeflin
Honoring late brother's wishes causes shock, but no wrongdoing.
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Understanding the link between pancreatic cancer and depression 🤔
NightSail | NightSail
Respecting the dead's wishes can still hurt the living 😢
GayGoth98 | GayGoth98
Condolences and support for the poster's situation.
IrateAuntie | IrateAuntie
Loss can lead to unexpected changes and self-discovery 😢
uncbio | uncbio
Respecting the deceased's wishes 🙏
KKKLLLNNN | KKKLLLNNN
Respecting late brother's wishes causes pain for ex-wife 😢
breakthebnry | breakthebnry
Respecting the deceased's wishes 🙏, not Olivia's 🤯
jemmls4 | jemmls4
Respecting wishes after death. NTA, don't let harassment win. 🙌
ComprehensiveBand586 | ComprehensiveBand586
Respecting late brother's wishes: NTA takes care of family.
gjwtgf | gjwtgf
Respecting late brother's wishes, ex-wife feels guilty. NTA 👍
DinosaurBabyDoll | DinosaurBabyDoll
Respecting wishes over ex's feelings is never easy 😢
XxQueenOfSwordsXx | XxQueenOfSwordsXx
Don't prohibit your survivors from mourning. Let them mourn how they please 🙏
sucrose_97 | sucrose_97
Respecting late brother's wishes over ex-wife's demands 🙏
Vaspiria | Vaspiria
Respecting late brother's wishes, NTA receives support and comfort 🙏
Deviouscartography | Deviouscartography
Respecting late loved ones' wishes can be tough on the living 😢
teardropmaker | teardropmaker
Condolences and support for the poster's situation.
One_Discipline_3868 | One_Discipline_3868
Compassionate comment acknowledges complex emotions and offers condolences 😢
Responsible_Cloud_92 | Responsible_Cloud_92
Respecting late brother's wishes causes understandable grief and shock 😢
WandersongWright | WandersongWright
Respecting the wishes of the deceased can be complicated 🤔
MistressLyda | MistressLyda
Honoring late brother's wishes over ex-wife's entitlement. NTA 👏
Limerase | Limerase
Widower supports sister's decision to respect late brother's wishes 🙏
eclectic-up-north | eclectic-up-north
Respecting the dead over the living 🙏
iamyourfriend | iamyourfriend
Heartbreaking situation for all 😢
Esosorum | Esosorum
Respecting late brother's wishes causes ex-wife's grief 😢
SaltSuspect | SaltSuspect
Heartbreaking story of a sister honoring her late brother's wishes 😢
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Heartbreaking situation. Respecting wishes can still hurt loved ones.
KettleLogic | KettleLogic
Respecting a dying loved one's wishes can be tough 😢
flyfarther | flyfarther
Respecting late brother's wishes, OP struggles with grief and guilt.
babettevonbaguette | babettevonbaguette
Grieving sister lashes out, ex-wife left in the dark 😢
ilyriaa | ilyriaa
Respecting brother's wishes: NTA. Unwritten will. Stay strong 🙌
invisible_me_516 | invisible_me_516
Compassionate comment section offers condolences and understanding 😢
kairi79 | kairi79
Heartfelt comment expresses sympathy for deceased and his ex-wife.
JannaSnakehole | JannaSnakehole
Commenter struggles with decision, ultimately decides NTA. 🤔
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Respecting the deceased's wishes: NTA and 'it was his wish' 🙌
lyraeros | lyraeros
Heartbreaking story, NTA for respecting brother's wishes. Olivia's behavior ESH 😢
KatJen76 | KatJen76
Sister respects late brother's wishes, ex-wife left in the dark 😲. Commenter defends sister and calls out ex-wife's entitlement 😠
Adalaide78 | Adalaide78
Respecting late partner's wishes can still cause major grief 😢
sarcazm | sarcazm
Respecting the dead brother's wishes, NTA for not telling ex-wife 🙏
MissDoneWithThisShit | MissDoneWithThisShit
Respecting late brother's wishes, ex-wife left in the dark 😢
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Respecting the wishes of the deceased, even when it's uncomfortable 🙏
theTeach78 | theTeach78
Respecting the dead: Sister follows brother's wishes. NTA 🙌
Fit-Magician1909 | Fit-Magician1909
Dealing with a difficult situation after respecting late brother's wishes 😢
religiouslydecaf | religiouslydecaf
Respecting the wishes of a loved one who has passed away 😢
Djhinnwe | Djhinnwe
Compassionate support for OP's difficult decision and backlash received.
Alwayshappy_ | Alwayshappy_
Respecting the dead's wishes isn't stealing. NTA 🙌
Garden_gnome1609 | Garden_gnome1609
NTA and a clear message to Olivia 👊🏻
Select_Error_44 | Select_Error_44
Respecting a late loved one's wishes is difficult but admirable 😍
ellofthewisp | ellofthewisp
Respecting the dead can be complicated 😕
Participant8119 | Participant8119
Respecting wishes vs grieving ex-wife 😔
SpinsterSunfish | SpinsterSunfish
Respect for the deceased brother wins over ex-wife drama 🙌
thicklover | thicklover
Respecting late brother's wishes over ex-wife's feelings 🙏
ArchieMedoggie | ArchieMedoggie
Commenter supports sister's decision, ex-wife criticized for entitlement 😠
secretdancer26 | secretdancer26
Compassionate reply acknowledges loss and condemns ex-sister-in-law's behavior 🙌
brerosie33 | brerosie33
Respecting the deceased's wishes is not up for debate 👍
acadia171223 | acadia171223
Heartfelt condolences and holiday wishes in a sensitive discussion ❤️
plan2succeed | plan2succeed
Heartfelt support for respecting late brother's wishes. ❤️
uxsociallite | uxsociallite
Honoring late brother's wishes, ex-wife left in the dark 😢❤️
jbmmwest | jbmmwest
Respecting the dead: Sister's actions spark family feud 😲
FoShizzy67_64 | FoShizzy67_64
Respecting late brother's wishes causes bombshell reaction 🤯
CK1277 | CK1277
Respecting late brother's wishes, OP is unequivocally NTA 🙌
GuidoLessa | GuidoLessa
Respecting wishes and ignoring ex's guilt, NTA for cremation choice 🙌
ThankYouOlive | ThankYouOlive
Mysterious-Winter616 | Mysterious-Winter616
