Dying Dad Wants to Be Buried Next to Mom, But There’s a Twist

Imagine losing your mother and then having your father remarry, only to have him and his new wife vanish from your life. Now, he’s terminally ill and wants to be buried next to your mom on the family land. But after years of pain and betrayal, would you grant his dying wish? This is the emotional rollercoaster one family is facing, and it’s tearing them apart.

The Family Background

Mom’s Passing and Dad’s Remarriage

Dad and Sarah Disappear from Their Lives

The Lies and Hurtful Words

Caring for Mom’s Grave Alone ⚰️

The Land Ownership Battle

The Failed Attempt to Sell

Buying Dad Out

Dad’s Terminal Illness

The Confrontation and Legalities ⚖️

The Real Reason?

Family Opinions and Sarah’s Anger

The Moral Dilemma

The Never-Ending Cycle?

The Heartbreak of Grandchildren

A Family’s Struggle: To Bury or Not to Bury? ‍♀️

This family’s heartbreaking story has left them torn between honoring their mother’s wishes and standing up against their father’s betrayal. With dad’s terminal illness and Sarah’s demands, they’re forced to make a difficult decision. Will they allow him to be buried next to their mom, or will they stand their ground and protect their family land? The internet weighs in on this emotional dilemma. ‍

NTA. Commenters agree that OP’s dad is being selfish and disrespectful.

NTA wants dad’s rights forfeited, despite mom’s burial wishes

Deceased mom’s wish to be buried on private property. Dying dad’s request?

Debate over a dying dad’s final resting place

A family feud over a burial plot

No second chances for burned bridges

A family plot can of worms

Protecting your mother’s wishes is not being an a**hole

NTA for not wanting dad buried on your land

Clear and concise response. NTA.

Money shouldn’t dictate where a dying dad is buried.

Dying dad wants burial on sold land, commenter says NTA

Dad sold the land, NTA for wanting to honor Mom

Neighbor wants dying dad buried on their land. NTA.

Petty revenge or peace of mind? NTA seeks burial justice.

NTA. Dad made choices, Sarah’s behavior unacceptable. Burial costs on spouse/estate.

Daughter struggles with dad’s burial wishes and their history. NTA.

Respect mom’s wishes, but graves are for the living.

Private property, not a right. No crocodile tears now

Commenter sympathizes with OP’s situation and advises against giving in.

A cautionary tale about burial plots and family drama

Will the wife also be buried on their land?

Don’t let toxic family members guilt you. NTA

Clear ownership, NTA. Don’t worry, you’re not in the wrong

NTA. Mother wanted to be buried next to who he used to be

Heartless comment receives no sympathy from readers ‍♂️

Son refuses dying dad’s request to be buried next to mom. NTA

Daughter denies dying dad’s request to be buried next to mom

Heartbreaking story of abandonment and betrayal. NTA, move on.

Legal obligation to allow grave visitation?

NTA stands firm in denying burial on their property

Can you bury a loved one on your property?

Cutting toxic family ties: NTA stands up for themselves

No apology on Death’s doorstep. NTA for cremation suggestion

Heartbreaking situation, NTA for not wanting dad buried with mom

A touching request from a dying father. NTA.

Short and sweet: Saying no is enough.

NTA comment sparks fiery debate with sympathetic replies

Family drama over burial plot, NTA stands firm with mom’s legacy

Daughter refuses to bury abusive dad next to mom

Commenter defends OP’s decision not to help dying dad.

Commenter advises OP not to let estranged family member on property

NTA. Family cemetery? He cut ties, unforgivable. Death not excuse.

Private land, private plot. NTA suggests finding his own burial spot.

Dad sold the land, now wants to be buried next to mom

Don’t let him ruin your peace. NTA. Sell the boat.

Commenter sympathizes with OP’s kids, condemns their father’s actions.

Don’t give in to emotional blackmail

Avoiding Sarah and easement issues – NTA wins burial battle

Don’t let strangers use your land for burial

Commenter denies dying dad’s last wish with a harsh tone

Sibling unity is key. Consider a biodegradable tribute to dad.

Fair request for dying dad to be buried next to mom

Insensitive comment receives no sympathy ‍♂️

Protect your property and peace. NTA for setting boundaries.