Coverage dated September 22, 2026

Abby: Mom's passing triggers reevaluation of friendships

Headline from Union Leader

DEAR ABBY: My mom died of extreme old age recently. She was a sweet woman everyone loved. I sent invitations to her memorial, and I’m getting a lot of excuses for why my friends can’t attend. I am upset.

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  1. Berkshire Eagle

    Mom's passing triggers reevaluation of friendships (opens Berkshire Eagle)

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    DEAR ABBY: My mom died of extreme old age recently. She was a sweet woman everyone loved. I sent invitations to her memorial, and I'm getting a lot of excuses for why my friends can't attend. I am upset.

  2. Union Leader

    Abby: Mom's passing triggers reevaluation of friendships (opens Union Leader)

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    Union Leader's feed description

    DEAR ABBY: My mom died of extreme old age recently. She was a sweet woman everyone loved. I sent invitations to her memorial, and I’m getting a lot of excuses for why my friends can’t attend. I am upset.

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