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Coverage dated October 2, 2026

Dear Abby: Son remains hostile even after dad's cancer diagnosis

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DEAR ABBY: I am a 79-year-old woman who, over time, has suffered the loss of several family members. Now I'm facing the worst loss imaginable. A year ago, my 24-year-old grandson "Rafe" cut himself off from his father and from me.

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  1. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Dear Abby | Son remains hostile even after Dad’s cancer diagnosis (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Today's advice from Dear Abby.

  2. New York Post

    Dear Abby: My grandson has cut me off after all the heartbreak I’ve had losing several family members (opens New York Post)

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    Dear Abby advises a woman who has lost family members and is experiencing even more hardships with her grandson, who wants nothing to do with her.

  3. Sun Times

    Dear Abby: Son remains hostile even after dad's cancer diagnosis (opens Sun Times)

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    DEAR ABBY: I am a 79-year-old woman who, over time, has suffered the loss of several family members. Now I'm facing the worst loss imaginable. A year ago, my 24-year-old grandson "Rafe" cut himself off from his father and from me.