Ken,

I don't really know you either, but I echo everyone else on this board
when I say pretty much anybody here will do whatever they can to help.

I realize you likely may not even be in a mood to feel like asking,
but everyone here would be genuinely happy to help without hesitation.
(...and not just for pinball issues... we've got doctors, lawyers, accountants,
..and just about any type of professional you might ever need.  Just ask... )

My humblest sympathies...

Steph

My god.  I have a 4 yr old girl myself and would not wish this on anyone.  Please stay strong for her and have faith.

Sam

That is very sad to hear. Best of luck to you and your daughter.

So sorry to read about your loss.  I really did not get to know you, being a newbie, I feel so so sad for you.  No one should have  to go through such a difficult time.  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughter.  Be strong, give her lots of hugs and hold her tight.  Take care and be strong.  

Sky

Thanks guys, I'm in a place of "tune-out" right now, just paying attention to my daughter.

I'm not sure what help I need, will need or what have you as it's been less than 12 hours. The worst part is the financial strain, our debts were manageable, but I'm not so sure now. I just bought my wife a new car in February, I still owe from my bike accident last September and the funeral is not going to be cheap even without a service.

I just dropped the line on this places I frequent, because I know I hate when people disappear from communities from extended periods of time without a word. Even if I am relatively new, I hate wondering where "so-and-so" got to.

I would like to say this is a community , i think being a small community we have a bit of a connection. If someone knows Ken and would like to set up a trust or something i would like to contribute some money to it or to purchasing flowers or something like that .
Dave Astill

Very sorry to hear this. I cannot even begin to imagine how incredibly difficult it must be to cope with this situation. All I can say is do your best to cope for the sake of your daughter and yourself. Don't isolate yourself. You are most likely going to need the support of family and others just to cope with the situation. Don't be afraid to ask for help as there are professional people out there that can assist you.

I have a 4 yr old boy and a 6 yr old daughter.  Be strong for her.  My mother was murdered when I was 7 and my dad was a rock for me.  I know it killed him too but he was there for me.  Time does heal all wounds but be there for her.

Stay strong, rely on family and friends and as others have said, don't seclude yourself. Grieving is important and don't hesitate to ask for help.

Ken im so sorry for your loss. I didn't know you too well but the times we did speak you were really helpful and are a great person. Take care of that little girl. I wish you all the best.

I know you feel like you've been kicked in to a corner, but be strong and keep the faith. Don't be afraid to ask for help, lean on your friends and family, that's what we're here for. Don't be ashamed to seek counciling for you and your little girl, I spent a few years in therapy after my father died because I wasn't able to cope with the loss (I was 12 at the time), I'm glad it was there for me.

like others.   don't know what to exactly say.  but stay strong for your daughter and let yourself vent as well.
  erin and i are in tears at the moment.  so sad to hear this news.
  you keep strong and we are here online to help any way we can.