February 9, 2010

Looking for a new haven for a lot of critters

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By KSEE News

Story Published: Jul 22, 2009 at 11:11 PM EST

Story Updated: Jul 22, 2009 at 11:11 PM EST

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Critter Haven is an unofficial animal shelter about 10 miles up Tollhouse Road from Route 168. Cynthia and Jack Sutherland have been living there for several years, and over time have collected everything from geese to yaks to emus; animals that needed rescuing and new homes. But now the landlord, Jack's son, wants the animals off the land. The Sutherlands are trying to find new homes for them.

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Sunday, Nov 8 at 12:40 PM Cynthia Sutherland wrote ...

Good news! A kind family has adopted the Ducks!

Saturday, Oct 31 at 2:16 PM Charlamayne Drysdale wrote ...

it is OK... Obama will tkae care of them.. Just watch the news!!

Thursday, Oct 22 at 2:02 AM Larry P. wrote ...

To the supposed "Family Friend": If Jack's sons want to take care of him, why did one of them order him to leave Critter Haven with nowhere to go? Why haven't any of them offered any help or support? Cynthia can hardly be accused of stopping something that hasn't started! You have a very strange view of marriage if you think that being married means "living off" someone. A spouse is someone who loves you and shares your life. If you don't understand that, I pity you.

Thursday, Oct 22 at 1:37 AM Concerned Neighbor wrote ...

Also, let's not forget that the Landlord Son, Jeff, ASKED Jack and Cynthia to be rent-free caretakers, so, for the record - if he'd stuck to his part of the bargain, they would have paid NO rent instead of having to give him their savings.

Wednesday, Oct 21 at 10:51 PM Concerned Neighbor wrote ...

So-called "Family Friend", it's a lie that Jack and Cynthia have lived there rent free for 10 years. They paid rent for years, until their savings were gone, and they've been there for more than eleven years - NOT ten. Before you attack me, let me say that I've seen the cancelled checks.

Wednesday, Oct 21 at 10:19 PM Tollhouse Neighbor wrote ...

What's with all the lies? Jack and Cynthia took me to buy groceries yesterday, and Cynthia was driving. Also, by the way, lots of spouses, men and women, stay home while the other works, and spouses of people with Alzheimer's can't work if there's no one else to take care of their wife or husband. What's your problem, son hiding behind the fake "Friend of the Owner" name?

Wednesday, Oct 21 at 7:56 PM Jean wrote ...

That's an outright lie. Cynthia worked for years after they married - for A.R.M.S., for 3M, for Wedgeclamp, and as an Autobody Shop Consultant. She also had her own telemarketing company, wrote Help for various programmers, etc., etc.. Why are you lying about her? Do you hate all women?

Monday, Oct 12 at 2:09 PM Friend of the OWNERS! wrote ...

People offering to help solve the situation? - it is NONE of your business, 'be-nice', you are barking up the wrong tree. You've got it all wrong. You do not know what Cynthia is like, she married Jack a young woman but has never worked, tried to work, or even updated her name, which is why she can't drive, she didn't bother to do these things when she married Jack! His sons want to take care of Jack, it is Cynthia who will not allow them to - she lives off Jack!

Friday, Oct 9 at 1:57 PM be-nice wrote ...

PS to Jeff, which would be better for you? The 22nd or the 29th October? And I was thinking I'll bring lunch for everyone, I know your dad and Cynthia would appreciate some nice food. I got an email back from Cynthia, she said your dad's birthday is early November. Wouldn't it be nice to see your dad, and sort this out for his birthday? You do not know how many more he'll have, after all. Let me know on here - thanks again.

Friday, Oct 9 at 1:46 PM be-nice wrote ...

Has this not been settled? I've read the recent updates and feel it's time for Jeff and his brother to get real and leave their father there with Cynthia. I cannot understand why you did this. I'm coming to Fresno in 2 weeks and will go and visit your father and Cynthia (they do not know me), to talk with them about an article for my paper - I would love for you Jeff, and your brothers, to join us. Then it can be face to face and perhaps we can come up with a happy conclusion. Thanks.

Friday, Oct 9 at 1:39 PM Lavenda wrote ...

To Jeff, I have an idea! Why don't you allow your lovely dad and Cynthia to remain at the property? They will take care of it, have gotten rid of most of the animals for you.. Face it you'll never sell the place like that during a recession - there are a lot of places for sale near your property, and they've been for sale for a long time. Please allow them to stay - they have no money and no place to go. I know what its like having a stepmum - remember your dad loves her, do it for him? xx

Friday, Oct 9 at 1:28 AM ERITH wrote ...

To anon. If you're suggesting we who defend the Sutherlands from these selfish creeps don't have "a life" because we come here, then pray tell what is your reason for checking back here ?

Thursday, Oct 8 at 7:14 PM Lavender wrote ...

To Anonymous - I have a life thanks, but Jack and Cynthia do not, thanks to you (I know you're one of the cowardice sons), and I can't enjoy my life knowing that Jack and Cynthia are having such an awful time! If you had any feelings, you would understand what I mean. It was great that you allowed the Sutherland's to take care of your property when it was convenient for you - but it is not convenient for them to be thrown out on the streets - it's impossible out there - please think Jeff :)

Thursday, Oct 8 at 6:08 PM Anonymous wrote ...

Get a life people!!!!!!!

Wednesday, Oct 7 at 10:51 PM ERITH wrote ...

I seem to recall an old, old verse, something about "Honor thy father and thy mother that thy days may be long upon the land..." Wow, you badboys don't have long then, do you!

Wednesday, Oct 7 at 4:16 PM Unbiased wrote ...

Jack was the one who started Critter Haven, and his sons all knew about it. The Landlord Son never complained about it, even on his last visit - just a few days before he ordered his Dad to become homeless. Why are you now blaming everything on Cynthia?

Wednesday, Oct 7 at 1:42 PM MissT wrote ...

It seems like the son(s) do not like Cynthia. Can they not put these feelings aside to make sure their dad lives out his life where he is happy? Can they not just respect the fact that their father loves his wife and wants to be with her? I would do it for my dad, even if I didn't like his wife. Just a thought.....

Wednesday, Oct 7 at 1:24 PM Shocked wrote ...

Family Friend (2) aka Woman-Hater: Cynthia never asked the sons for anything. Also, she couldn't find a work-at-home-job (other than as Jack's caregiver, which is unpaid work) and couldn't leave Jack alone to work away from home. Why are you trying to blame her for the sons' rotten behavior?

Wednesday, Oct 7 at 11:21 AM Family Friend wrote ...

This is not their property. They do not pay for living there. The wife is only few years older than son and didn't bother to get a job for years to take care of her husband and herself. It is her responsibility! Instead she chose to live of husband's assets and now his son’s, creating for her self a private animal “haven” without permission, always asking for more. And yet the son let them live there 10 years FOR FREE. His heart is GREAT to help them for so long. Jesus would never jump to assump

Tuesday, Oct 6 at 5:07 PM Lavender wrote ...

What a horrible read - but if I were Cynthia and Jack, I would stay put. Do not leave - and if the sons get the bailiffs in - this time call the TV station - let them film you being thrown out!

Saturday, Oct 3 at 6:14 PM hmm wrote ...

It truly boils down to one thing... YOU DO NOT THROW your Father and his wife out on the street...you just dont...make any excuse you want...there is none...an elderly couple tossed on the street.....shame shame shame on you family members..no just the one that owns property..the ones that stand by and watch are as guilty..shame on all you sons

Friday, Oct 2 at 12:00 PM Family Friend wrote ...

That's an odd perspective, Outsiders Looking In. The wife is obviously perplexed about the son's behavior, as am I and anyone who actually knows them.

Thursday, Oct 1 at 6:37 PM Outsiders looking in wrote ...

Most of you bloggers really don't have a clue about the whole situation and the whole story, it is not about son vs. father. Unless you know these two personally and their individual personalities, hardships, sacrifices made , others first before self qualities, etc... one should not assume and react to RUMOR or misleading statements. After watching the TV video, it was clear and obvious to me the women has it in for the son. Funny how the TV station did not attempt to interview the son.

Thursday, Sep 3 at 4:57 PM Ally Fraser wrote ...

for Logical- Makes sense doesnt it, but I cant see that happening. It's all about making money you see, not about good honest family values.

Wednesday, Sep 2 at 5:41 PM Logical wrote ...

Why doesn't the son just sell them Critter Haven for what they can afford to pay? He'd be rid of the mortgage and they'd still have a home. Win-Win!

Thursday, Aug 27 at 7:23 PM Animal Lover wrote ...

Isn't anyone going to adopt the remaining animals? They need homes soon. I shudder to think what might happen to them if they're not adopted.

Thursday, Aug 27 at 6:23 PM Ally Fraser wrote ...

Just found this page from your own site, I cant believe this "told to remove the links to the TV News interview, forbidden to post about our plight on the internet, and we've been prohibited from having any visitors who are not personally pre-approved by the Landlord." What happened to your rights under the first amendment - What's the landlord afraid of? The Truth?

Thursday, Aug 27 at 1:42 PM Peter Moffett wrote ...

The more people who learn of this disgusting act the better. How can anyone call themselves a son when they cast their own Father out into the street. As Rossita says "Karma", or "What goes around, comes around".

Thursday, Aug 27 at 11:29 AM A Friend wrote ...

@ Bla, bla, bla You may be interested to know that someone is continuing to sir up trouble against the sons by posting inflammatory comments in other forums: http://gallifreybase.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12879 You may want to pass this on for the sons to alert their lawyers.

Thursday, Aug 27 at 11:29 AM A Friend wrote ...

Wednesday, Aug 26 at 7:21 PM Rossita wrote ...

I am still waiting to hear the other side. What reason could there possibly be to treat a father and his wife in this manner? I know that if I lived closer to them I would be helping Jack and Cynthia in whatever way I could. It is sad when so many people can get together in a major disaster but forget about their neighbors in times like these.

Wednesday, Aug 26 at 6:35 PM ohhhh wrote ...

looks like the sons better have all their stuff in order for when the investigation starts...karma baby

Wednesday, Aug 26 at 2:59 PM MissT wrote ...

OK-I'll ask again. Those of you who defend the sons: Explain to us "do-gooders" just what the sons are doing to ensure their Dad's best interests? You talk a lot, but don't say much. If you are going to defend them, then give us tangible evidence that Jack and his wife will not be put on the street. If you want us to shut up so bad - and get a life - then show us we are wrong. So far you haven't denied that Jack and Cynthia will be out on the street........interesting!

Wednesday, Aug 26 at 2:33 PM hey bla bla wrote ...

you really know them and dont offer to take them for groceries...or anything?? you are a class act like the sons..me thinks the news media would be interested in an elder abuse case...sons throwing out their father....hmmmm

Wednesday, Aug 26 at 9:53 AM Bla, bla, bla wrote ...

It's not the sons, but somebody who really knows them and is tired of your insinuations. And you just keep yakking.

Wednesday, Aug 26 at 1:36 AM Helpful wrote ...

Perhaps the sons need a little nudge: http://ag.ca.gov/bmfea/pdfs/citizens_guide.pdf

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 10:41 PM hey bla bla wrote ...

maybe the sons need another story on the news here...the sons are asking others to help their own elderly father because they need to grow a pair of their own and act like real men!

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 9:34 PM Bla, bla, bla wrote ...

All of you who cry for poor Jack and Cynthia! Just get together and help your favorites go to doctor and find a place to live. You can do it! There is sure enough of you big hearted! Do what you preach is right and stop bragging about it! Cause all you present now is plain talk. You people have nothing else better to do. Go get a life.

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 7:10 PM ha! wrote ...

did your Dad have dementia symptoms then?? was he 76 then?? toss your elderly father in the street????????god bless america!

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 7:06 PM GT wrote ...

Where was the media and all the do-gooders when they "lost everything" due to the insurance company not paying. At the time, their only saviour was the son, whom many of you are calling greedy and callous. Physicians heal thyselves..

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 4:09 PM Rossita wrote ...

The only reason he wants to "approve" visitors is so that he won't get any more bad publicity. To late, we know that the sons are heartless and could care less for their dad and his wife. Just remember karma!!

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 3:21 PM interesting wrote ...

Surely the son must know that the rights are with who is on the land tight now...paying rent or not they have rights and I am pretty sure they are being violated by not allowing ANYONE on that property..visitors..etc..maybe son might lose a court case and wind up owing monies to this couple for violation of rights? Tsk Tsk...what a thing to be known for..throwing your own elderly Father out in the street...you should be ashamed

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 1:57 PM John Tomlinson wrote ...

Shakespeare said that our reputations are the immortal parts of ourselves and long after his parents have gone their son's reputation for his callous actions will live on.

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 11:53 AM Richard James wrote ...

"Pre Approved Visitors" Cynthia. Jeff seems to have all the charm of a mass grave. Seek legal advice, seek it now. Have the sons made any form of arrangement for their fathers (and his wife (you!)) accomodation? If not, why not?

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 11:36 AM MissT wrote ...

Nobody who was defending the sons answered my question. I guess I have my answer then. From what I can tell by reading all of this, Jack and Cynthia will be booted from their home. It seems that's the one thing all the sons agree on. This is very sad. :(

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 11:25 AM Cynthia wrote ...

We just got an email from Jeff. We're to start packing and find somewhere els to live. We're also not allowed to have visitors unless he pre-approves them.

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 11:09 AM Cynthia wrote ...

For the record, we didn't phone KSEE24. They phoned us.

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 11:07 AM Cynthia wrote ...

On Saturday he phoned and asked us to remove any reference to him from our website, which we did. Jack emailed Jeff and asked for a return email detailing what Jeff wanted us to do next. We've heard nothing further.

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 11:05 AM Cynthia wrote ...

When we pointed out that we didn't want Jeff's any loans, and had only asked for advice and suggestions, we were ordered to move off the property. We heard nothing more from Jeff until this past Saturday.

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 11:04 AM Cynthia wrote ...

We didn't ask for money, but were ordered to get rid of all the Critters and to turn over our vehicles and anything we had of any value as collateral for "personal loans".

Tuesday, Aug 25 at 11:01 AM Cynthia wrote ...

That's partially true, Kemet. We did ask for sugar for the hummers, but we also asked for a ride to the eye doctor and to the DMV.

Monday, Aug 24 at 11:29 PM ok now wrote ...

ok..so..the issue is doctors and transport..I understand the concern for his medical care..thats valid...did the sons get him supplemental insurance to go w/ his medicare? thats what you do if you are concerned..the aniamls are his therapy..his meager money wouldnt pay for insurance...so whats the excuse now?

Monday, Aug 24 at 10:46 PM continued wrote ...

squander what little funds he has on making sure his animals are fed or that he gets medical and transportation? You all have no clue on what spurned this on. The sons were trying to insure the father got medical attention and all the father and step mother wanted is to insure that the animals had enough food. The father and step mother were asked what they need and the answerer was to bring sugar for the humming birds.

Monday, Aug 24 at 10:42 PM kemet wrote ...

Monday, Aug 24 at 10:40 PM kemet wrote ...

Monday, Aug 24 at 10:38 PM Kemet wrote ...

Dear all concerned, I am a long time friend of all parties concerned. I am not just someone who has nothing better to do then sit in judgment of other people and their PRIVATE issues. I know this became public info from a call to KSEE 24 but believe me, most of you have no clue to the trials and tribulation the sons are going through from your reckless and miss informed responses. The sons want the best care for their father and want to help him out. If this was your father would you rather he

Monday, Aug 24 at 7:27 PM Jim Poole wrote ...

For Concerned Citizen - It seems you also know the Sutherlands, how about offering them some transport if you are so concerned. It really sounds as if the kids are trying to help. Help themselves more like. Of course it's about money, do I see them rushing to find Jack & Cynthia somewhere else to live? I know one thing, If it was my Father living there, it would be the first thing on my mind.

Monday, Aug 24 at 5:26 PM Concerned Citizen wrote ...

Jim Poole - You are so far off base.This is NOT John. I am a female who would rather not have her name published. Obviously you are a friend of Jack and Cynthia's. If you are so close ask to read the information that they had set up for them. This isn't about money. They don't have transportation because neither one have a license! They haven't renewed it!! The kids are trying to helop but meet roadblocks at every turn! I

Monday, Aug 24 at 5:25 PM Jumping Jack Flash wrote ...

Bob - as I said on the previous site re the poor Sutherland's - tell us the other side of the story, for I think you are one of the sons - if people knew the other side then they could think about it at least, so come on out BOB - tell all - I for one would LOVE to hear it.

Monday, Aug 24 at 3:31 PM Rossita wrote ...

I would also like to hear the other side. What are Jack's sons doing really? So far everything that I have seen and heard they are doing nothing but making their father and his wife's life miserable. Why can't they come forward and tell us we have it wrong or is the reason they can't tell us that is because we do have the story right and they are doing all this for selfish reasons.

Monday, Aug 24 at 12:40 PM MissT wrote ...

To all of you who are defending the sons' actions: What proof do you have that the sons have their dad's best interests at heart here? This is not an accusation - but a legitimate question I have. All they have done so far is order the animals off the farm and told Jack and Cynthia that the place will be sold. If they believe they are doing the right thing by their dad, then what is the right thing they intend to do? Because so far I don't see a good outcome to their "well intentioned actions".

Monday, Aug 24 at 11:55 AM Patty Stone wrote ...

Who are you people? What do you know about Jack’s sons? You obviously never met them! It is clear that you don’t have much knowledge about Jack either. What makes you think you have right to judge people based on some stories that you have heard. You don’t have nearly enough facts to make any statements on this matter. What drives you to this aggressive attack on someone you know nothing about? You don’t act in best interest of Jack and Cynthia! Are you really their friends? I don’t think so.

Monday, Aug 24 at 10:11 AM Edna wrote ...

If I knew that my father didn't have transportation to get him to the medical care 'he so desparately needs', I be round there in a flash to drive him to the doctor. If I absolutely could not go there in person, I'd send a cab! I certainly wouldn't consider ordering him off of the property as a way to get him the medical care 'he so desparately needs'. I don't know the whole story, but this sounds really odd to me.

Monday, Aug 24 at 5:58 AM Jim Poole wrote ...

Further to last - Concerned Citizen (or should I call you John for the sake of argument) - You say "all 3 sons have their fathers best interest in mind" - Explain how making the Father homeless has his best interest in mind or is this some new meaning to the phrase "Best Interest" I am not privy to? It sounds to me that it is the "Best Interest" of the sons which is at the fore here, get the old man out of the way & then cash in on the land sale?

Monday, Aug 24 at 5:41 AM Jim Poole wrote ...

Concerned Citizen - I'm sure by the way your message is written, it seems you know the Sutherlands very well, so could you explain as you say "Cannot get care without transportation" why the sons demanded that the Sutherlands give up the only transportation they had. Something smells around here and its the smell of money. It appears that the sons have no interest in their fathers wellbeing, only the money they will make from the landgrab.

Sunday, Aug 23 at 10:35 PM Concerned Citizen wrote ...

Jim Poole- Maybe it was sanitary and safe when you were there, but no longer. Jack desperately needs medical care that he cannot get living there with no transportation. This is not an ideal situation and all parties involved are very upset that this has had to come to this, but truely, all 3 sons have their fathers best interest in mind with all decisions that are being made. It is very hard seeing a parents decline in health. It unfortunately brings the mortality of a parent to the forefron

Sunday, Aug 23 at 4:43 PM Jim Poole wrote ...

Having met both Jack & Cynthia AND stayed at the homestead I can not only confirm their saneness, but I can also confirm the sanitary condition of the property. Bob, you sound very much like one of the so called "Sons" who need to seriously take a look in the mirror. So what if the place is painted purple, I wasnt aware that ones choice of decor was a measure of ones sanity. YOU SIR, ARE A DISGRACE. If you have nothing valid to say, then I suggest you stay silent.

Sunday, Aug 23 at 1:53 PM Bob wrote ...

Maybe Jack doesn’t want or need to go to the doctor. I didn’t hear Jack say anything. Only Cynthia. Maybe that’s the issue. I did notice the pink, blue and purple fence post, sheds and portion of the house. Now, how many sane people do you know that paint those colors on their homes? Speaking of paint, how much did all that cost? Again they need money. What’s more important, taking care of yourself or a bunch of animals that doesn’t do anything for you?

Sunday, Aug 23 at 1:49 PM Bob wrote ...

Sunday, Aug 23 at 1:47 PM Bob wrote ...

The turfed out people are psychos. This is personal. Would you put your family’s business on the internet? I know I wouldn’t. Getting rid of the animals might be a way for them to have money for themselves since their only income is social security. Another government run program that’s failing. I remember my mom being on social security. With that she got Medicare and medical. You just have to go to the doctor to get the care that you need.

Sunday, Aug 23 at 9:20 AM Jacqui wrote ...

Dear Concerned Citizen, if that is the case, wouldn't it be wise to come clean about the whole thing and explain the plan to the folks that are being turfed out? Ordering them to get rid of the animals and leave doesn't seem like the best way of getting better care for a father?? Why not provide help and reassurance? Jack is lost and confused without his animals. I'm sure there are two sides to the story but it seems the other side of the story is being kept from Jack and Cynthia too!

Sunday, Aug 23 at 12:29 AM Bob wrote ...

For those that jumped the gun and made comments before hearing the other side of the story, you need to get a life. You probably support Obumers health care plan. I bet 24 never contacted the son to see if this is true or what the plan is. The son can't be that bad if he has let them live there rent free. If I could live in my home rent free that would free up a lot of my money.

Saturday, Aug 22 at 10:38 PM Concerned Citizen wrote ...

Who are you try to kid-- Anywhere in my post did you see a "nursing home" mentioned? No, you did not. Stop assuming because you know what assuming does.. The sons are trying to get the medical care he so deparately needs. The homestead is not sanitary and not safe. It is not sanitary and thus probably contributing to the immediate decline of the jack. I just have one question for you... Did you eat the lead paint chips off of your crib? I would advise you to seek medical attention if so.

Saturday, Aug 22 at 10:15 PM Who are you trying to Kid wrote ...

Concerned... Give me a break. Put the old man in a nursing home and forget about him. Oh! I am sure he will get. excellent care there sitting in a corner drooling. He is alive and loves his critters. This is his life and you are obviously misinformed as to his care. If you have children, I hope you suffer the same fate at their hands. KARMA lives.

Saturday, Aug 22 at 9:36 PM Concerned Citizen wrote ...

Dear Jaqui and Disturbed - My post was not a joke!! I know both of the parties involved, Jack and his sons, and I can guarentee you that the sons are acting in the best interest of their father. The current situation is not in the best interest for the health of their father and he needs to be in an environment where he can be taken care of better than he currently is. Unless you have walked in teh shoes of the sons do not be the first one to cast a stone.

Saturday, Aug 22 at 6:56 PM Jacqui wrote ...

Yes, it would be interesting to hear the other side of the story...but where is the son? Keeping his head down I'd guess. Too embarrassed to show his face. He obviously has no idea how much those animals meant to his father, or if he did he didn't care. I still say shame on you son. If you have reasons (although what rational reason could he have for throwing his father out on the street) let's hear it. No? I didn't think so!

Saturday, Aug 22 at 6:46 PM Disturbed wrote ...

These last comments are a joke...where is there ANY reason to throw your ELDER father to the street??? The son in question here should be ashamed ..ashamed of himself..total disrespect

Saturday, Aug 22 at 3:52 PM Concerned Citizen.. wrote ...

Having met the couple in question, I don't think the whole story is being published here.... Was this story validated with other creditable sources? HHmmmm.

Saturday, Aug 22 at 3:28 PM Anonymous wrote ...

Has anyone here ever thought of the other side of the story? Every day is filled with stories that only tell one side, and when you here the other side you change your mind. Did KSEE 24 even try to contact the son to ghet his side? I would bet they didnt.

Sunday, Jul 26 at 12:47 PM George Mann wrote ...

I'm appalled at this story I saw on my local news - I thought they must have got it wrong - that it was a terrible hoax. No, no, no, you can't throw your daddy out - people don't do that around here - you'll certainly be the most unpopular person so I hope you do not plan to live at Critter Haven once you've rid of your family! Those poor animals have for the most part left - broken your daddy's heart and left both Jack and Cynthia empty inside. What damage money can bring, awful!

Saturday, Jul 25 at 1:32 PM William wrote ...

I can't imagine a son doing this! What's the world coming to?

Saturday, Jul 25 at 1:31 PM OMG wrote ...

Jack holding the goose has put me in tears. I saw this on Twitter (social networking) and cannot believe it's true! Now I'm trying to understand why they are being thrown off the same property that the landlord was only too happy to have them look after for so many yrs?? This is really unfair and selfish of the landlord - pl landlord, can't you see what your selfishness will ultimately DO to your folks? It could kill them - this is so unbelievable, is there no other solution? xx to Jack/Cynthia?

Saturday, Jul 25 at 1:12 PM Mal wrote ...

I read this on another site and am wondering where Jack and Cynthia will go? Such a pity having to give the critters away. Life can be very hard - I hope the landlord will rethink what asking them to leave will do to them, especially Jack, having Alzheimer's. :(

Saturday, Jul 25 at 11:42 AM Cynthia Sutherland wrote ...

Does everyone know that Jack is a Korean War Veteran? Unfortunately, the Veterans Administration can do nothing to help him. :(

Saturday, Jul 25 at 12:22 AM Norris wrote ...

After seeing Jack holding that goose, I can't imagine what losing all his precious animals will do to his health. This is horrific. I really feel for this couple.

Friday, Jul 24 at 10:09 PM Pizzaman wrote ...

Forget the landlord part. How can a son treat his father, a man who needs help, this way. His father in his condition needs familiar surroundings and is helped by the attachment to the animals. This son of his wishes to take all of this away from him and cast him aside. What kind of despicable being is this? I hope a special place is reserved for this son in the afterlife.

Friday, Jul 24 at 9:54 PM Frances wrote ...

What a heartbreaking story this is. I'm sick over it. Why is this being done to Jack and Cynthia? Jack's son should rethink his decision because once his father is gone he can't take back this last act of un-kindness. Bless the time you have left with your dad here on this Earth, and make his golden years be ones of comfort!! Can you live with yourself knowing this is making his illness worse? Please don't do this!

Friday, Jul 24 at 5:39 PM Missy F. wrote ...

I just saw the link for the news article on my friend's FB page. I find it appalling that children could treat their parents in such a way. Poor Jack and Cynthia. I wish you all the best.

Friday, Jul 24 at 5:00 PM Maria M wrote ...

That picture of Jack holding the goose is breaking my heart. His world is being torn apart for no good reason, why can't he live out his remaining years in peace. ike

Friday, Jul 24 at 4:59 PM Frank Whittle wrote ...

Only just heard about this from another site and I am disgusted that this guys own son is throwing him out on the streets. What a sick, pathetic, grubby little maggot he must be. Jack Sutherland is a real man, a man of the land, a proper man. This son of his is no man at all, the sort you would cross the street to avoid. Disgusted that someone would do this to their own father. Its just wrong..

Friday, Jul 24 at 4:54 PM Helen wrote ...

And just where is Jack and Cynthia supposed to go? Did the son think of that? I hope KSEE is going to let us know how this all goes. Many of us are praying for this dear couple and their critters.

Friday, Jul 24 at 3:58 PM Douglas Bader wrote ...

Im with Greg on this one. A son who throws his sick father on the street is no son. I hope one day he gets sick too, then realises that blood is always thicker than money. These poor folks need help, they need help NOW and the son needs to be re-educated on the meaning of the word family. Disgusting behavior from a disgusting individual.

Friday, Jul 24 at 12:54 PM Lisa wrote ...

I agree Rita! Someone needs to help! Praying for you Cynthia and Jack!

Friday, Jul 24 at 11:29 AM Rita wrote ...

OH NO! I have been following this and I was so afraid that Jack might worsen because of the stress! Isn't there an attorney who can take on this case to stop the eviction? Please help this couple if you can, they cannot afford to hire an attorney because of their finances (1 SS income) - but what they need right now is legal help! Think of Jack's health!

Friday, Jul 24 at 11:02 AM Ben wrote ...

I can't believe this story! Why would a son throw his father out onto the street? I hope it's not true.

Friday, Jul 24 at 11:01 AM Caitlin wrote ...

Has the son not considered what all of this stress will do to his father? I do hope he reconsiders before it's too late. How awful.

Friday, Jul 24 at 10:42 AM Mal I wrote ...

I saw this on the net and wanted to comment that the son/landlord is not thinking straight. If he took a minute to think - he would not continue this madness. I've not heard of a son turning his own Alzheimer father on to the streets with his wife and carer. All those lovely animals were Jack's life. Now I read that he is worsening each day, and am not surprised - he must be so afraid. Is there no way the son/landlord will reconsider his decision for the sake of his father's illness? I hope so.

Friday, Jul 24 at 7:14 AM Ben wrote ...

I'm praying that the son has some better plan for his father and family, rather than just turfing him out on the street. That would be truly shameful.

Friday, Jul 24 at 7:13 AM Caitlin wrote ...

How awful! I hope the son has plans to help his father after taking away everything he lives for. If he is just kicking his father to the curb for financial reasons, then shame on him.

Friday, Jul 24 at 12:29 AM Cynthia Sutherland wrote ...

Thank you all for your concern. You might like to know that Jack's condition is considerably worse now than it was a month ago. If this keeps up, his health could be in serious danger. Can any medical professional in this area tell me what to do? Better yet, would someone please diagnose him and treat him, if that's possible? The progression of his dementia has always been gradual. Now it's worse daily, and that's REALLY scary.

Thursday, Jul 23 at 10:58 PM O Dawson wrote ...

I heard about this story on the internet and can't believe how heartless Jack's son is. What is this world coming to?

Thursday, Jul 23 at 10:49 PM Anonymous wrote ...

I am so sorry for the situation this couple find themselves in. I do hope the son reconsiders before his father's condition deteriorates. The stress of this situation will surely have an affect on his health. Please let your dad stay where is is happy and knows his surroundings. He has a loving wife and all those wonderful critters - don't take that away from him Please!

Thursday, Jul 23 at 10:15 PM Emma wrote ...

Absolutely unbelievable! Jack's son will get his payback for this abominable behavior someday.

Thursday, Jul 23 at 10:10 PM Mrs. Walford wrote ...

My heart is breaking for this couple and their critters. I certainly hope the son comes to his senses and decides to do the right thing by letting them stay put. Shameful!

Thursday, Jul 23 at 10:09 PM Louise L. wrote ...

It makes me sick to think this is what our family values have come to. That two kindhearted and loving people should be treated this way is a sin.

Thursday, Jul 23 at 10:07 PM Cristi wrote ...

I cannot believe what I've just seen. It is beyond my understanding how a son could treat his ill father this way. Instead of kicking him out with nothing, he should be doing everything he can to make his golden years enjoyable. After all, isn't that what we all owe our parents?

Thursday, Jul 23 at 8:47 PM lothcme wrote ...

I live on the East Coast and have been going through much the same problems as Cynthia and her husband. My family has turned their backs on my 87 year old father and pretty much dumped his care on myself. Please help these folks California! If they don't deserve help, who does????

Thursday, Jul 23 at 8:36 PM Greg L. wrote ...

I wouldn't toss my Dad out. Your viewers wouldn't toss their Dads out. This guy should not toss his Dad out. It's a simple, basic moral code. SAVE CRITTER HAVEN NOW!

Thursday, Jul 23 at 8:18 PM Bonnie wrote ...

I work with elderly people with Alzheimers every day. Their families love and protect them. I find it hard to fathom families who would want to disrupt one of the few things that can keep people with dementia anchored..his home, his animals and his caregiver, his wife. To take him away from this would cause considerable trauma and deterioration. I hope his family have some degree of conscience if they don't have love, to realize the damage they will do to their dad and his devoted wife.

Thursday, Jul 23 at 6:39 PM Kat L. wrote ...

Jack's son wouldn't be here if Jack had dumped him in a ditch the way the son is trying to do to his own Dad. How sad! I hope they are left alone.

Thursday, Jul 23 at 6:12 PM Erik wrote ...

A son should help to provide for their elderly parent rather than rip away everything they have and need. This is beneath despicable.

Thursday, Jul 23 at 6:02 PM Stacey Slater Branning wrote ...

OIY! Some-think is wrong when a family tosses the Father on the street in 100 degree weather with Noth-ink! Son sounds like a wanker..

Thursday, Jul 23 at 5:56 PM M. Pearl wrote ...

in 100 degree weather they are expected to move all these animals and themselves???Isnt that dangerous for them all..especially an old man...this cannot be legal..no way

Thursday, Jul 23 at 5:54 PM Cioppino fan wrote ...

How could you be so heartless..if there is a plan to aid them all please repond..hard to believe you would toss your sick Dad away this way

Thursday, Jul 23 at 5:51 PM shell p.fish wrote ...

Let's try this: Dear Son/Landlord, Maybe you could reconsider? There has to be a good..kind..compassionate fellow in there if you are a son of Jack's...so please..make your old Dad happy and leave him be. What a great gift to give your Dad..please

Thursday, Jul 23 at 5:50 PM Jacqui wrote ...

So sad. You can see how attached to his animals Jack is. To have his life turned upside down at his age is terrible. I do hope the son reconsiders and lets his Dad live out his years where he is happy.

Thursday, Jul 23 at 5:37 PM Sophia wrote ...

I love all those critters! I wonder if the son realizes how traumatic this is for everyone involved? This is a family and it is obvious that it is. I love Jack holding that goose! It is so heartwarming! Please Mr. Landlord/Son let this family stay together. Jack and Cynthia are living the life they want and need to live, I beg you to reconsider!

Thursday, Jul 23 at 4:59 PM Dorothy Branning wrote ...

This is outrageous! Shameful! Landlord/SON??? should reconsider..to go thru w/ this is downright shameful

Thursday, Jul 23 at 4:47 PM richie martin wrote ...

hi i would check out www.worldanimal.net for groups in california also www.petfinder.org and search groups in that state. also try www.bestfriends.org peace

Thursday, Jul 23 at 4:32 PM Paula P wrote ...

What a heartbreaking story this is. I hope someone in a position to help these people and all their beloved animals gets in touch with them soon.

Thursday, Jul 23 at 4:28 PM Teresa wrote ...

Oh no! What a horrible situation this dear couple find themselves in! I hope Jack's son reconsiders as it is probably not a good idea to uproot his dad with Alzheimers! Jack obviously loves those critters and he and Cynthia need their home since they have hardly any income! Save Critter Haven!

Thursday, Jul 23 at 4:01 PM Jim Poole wrote ...

Absolutly disgusting behavior from Jack's son, for no reason other that greed, plain and simple greed. He should hang his head because that is not how son's act in the world I live in.

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