Man Takes Out Mom’s Fake Obit to Get Paid Time Off [Scams]

Imagine scanning the obituary section of your local paper, only to be shocked and saddened to see the name of a friend, relative or neighbor listed there — someone who seemed in perfect health the last time you spoke to them. Now imagine calling the grieving family to offer your condolences, only to have the recently departed answer the phone with a cheery, “Hello!…Whaaat? No, of course I’m not dead, Shirl. Whatever would have given you that idea?” More »