After $35K Disappears From Dying Mom’s Bank Account, Son Asks What To Do — ‘Ramsey Show’ Host’s Blunt Advice: ‘You Call The Police’
Family loss turns into a financial shock as thousands disappear from a dying mother’s account.
Randall, who lives in Cincinnati, said On “The Ramsey Show,” he was trying to sort out the missing money after his mother’s death, his disputed inheritance and growing tensions with one of his siblings.
“I’m a little overwhelmed by it,” Randall said.
His mother died a year later from health problems related to dementia. In his final months, both of Randall’s brothers lived with him, and his middle brother handled most of his care and medical visits.
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When Randall later stepped in to manage the estate, a review of bank records showed $35,000 had been withdrawn from his mother’s account within six months.
One of the presenters said, “Call the police.” John Delony in question. “This guy stole $35,000 from your mother and this needs to be investigated.”
Randall said his relationship with his middle brother is now strained, but he remains close with his older brother.
“This is the way of addicts; this is how you justify the behavior of thieves.” Delony Randall said after his middle sibling said he may have viewed the money as compensation for the care he provided.
According to his mother’s will, the house was left to him, and the belongings inside were to be shared among the siblings. Both brothers, ages 54 and 51, still live in the home, which is valued at about $140,000.
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Still, Randall said he’s still wrestling with what to do about his brother and whether he should give him some money.
“Why did you give him money?” public server Ken Coleman he asked.
Delony said Randall could set a timeline, ask his siblings to move out, and proceed with selling the house.
If Randall chooses to split any proceeds, the missing $35,000 could be deducted from his brother’s share, Coleman said.
“It’s time to stop looking at him; he’s a big kid,” Delony said.
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