Sad news before vacation

[mrsminniemouse]

We arrive at SSR for 14 nights tomorrow. We borrowed some points so we could take our friends (an engaged couple) , we have a 2 bed lock off booked.

I just got a message to say my friend's grandmother has just died, and he is in pieces over it (naturally)

I am so sad for my friend. He really needs this holiday. His family are close and loving so I am sure him and his fiancee won't come to WDW with us now as they will want to attend the funeral. THey haven't said this yet as it has just happened and of course they have much more urgent matters to think about. But now we have no idea what is happening and it would be insensitive to ask.

Last week we thought we may have to cancel due to the hurricane now this. What a terrible shame.

Don't know why I am posting really, I just knew you guys would understand how torn I feel. I am so sad for my friend and his family but I was so looking forward to our first DVC trip with our great friends.

Mandy

 

[dianeschlicht]

If I were you, I would call your friends and suggest that they come down after the funeral. It will be a good diversion, and they can join you later. Since the funeral will probably be in a couple of days, they would only miss a few days of the trip.

 

[wintergreen]

How very sad for your friends! Maybe they will be able to make it for at least part of the time, since you will be there for fourteen days.

 

[Terry S]

I agree with Diane! I am sure your friends have thier thoughts on their family right now, but they may also be thinking that they don't want to call and disappoint you! So it might be a good idea for you to call them and give your condolences and then suggest they come to WDW after the funeral is over.

 

[mrsminniemouse]

The family are Catholic, so does that mean the funeral is will be quite soon?

I totally agree about them coming after the funeral, but we live in England and their flights have cost about $1900 in total, not sure if they will get the money back to rebook.

Also if they cancel totally today I could have the points put in holding right? If we wait until tomorrow (arrival day) they are lost.

I will call this evening and see how they are. Of course, we will understand whatever they choose to do.

Thanks for your help in a tricky situation.

Mandy

 

[MiaSRN62]

I am sorry for your friend's loss.....I really hope something can be worked out with the airlines.

 

[calypso*a*go-go]

Call MS immediately and salvage whatever points you can. If the points are in holding, maybe your friends can still use them for a studio after the funeral if they can get the airfare issues worked out. It won't be the same as going together, but I'm sure they would really appreciate the holiday after the passing of a loved one.

 

[mrsminniemouse]

Thankfully, our friend called us and said they are still coming. His Dad had insisted he go on vacation anyway. The grandmother (bless her soul) was 98 years old and her death was somewhat expected I am now told. Still it is very sad for our friend so I am hoping our 16 month daughter (who he adores) and WDW can take his mind of the passing of his grandmother.

Thanks for all your support.

Mandy

 

[dianeschlicht]

So glad it is all going to work out! Now let's hope hurricane Jeanne stays away!