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Couple found dead in their home
March 2, 2007
An elderly couple was found dead early this morning in the Boulder Hill subdivision in unincorporated Kendall County, in a possible murder-suicide, authorities said.
The couple -- Ann Landis, 90, and her husband Milton, 87 – both died of gunshot wounds, according to the Kendall Coroner’s Office.
The coroner said it appeared to be a case of murder-suicide. The Landises were found dead in their home in the 0-99 block of Garden Drive.
Sheriff’s deputies were on the scene until about 7 a.m. today. Sheriff’s officials would not comment on when they were discovered and by whom.
Neighbors said they were a very devoted couple, but that Milton often talked about concerns he had for his wife as his health started to fail.
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This is not the first time I've heard of this happening among elderly couples. There was an elderly man a few years ago in a town I lived in who was placed on probation after killing his elderly wife who was bedridden. The law excused his crime because of his intent, and the urging of the family who understood why he did what he did.
I wonder if God, who is the only one who sees intent of the heart, excuses certain sins as well. The above story is an act of love, not a crime of passion or hate crime. Considering that the elderly, even though they are able to care for themselves, often don't have the same understanding they did when they were younger, might make certain decisions without thinking of the consequences.
I have no Bible and I doubt that anyone will, really. There are just too many variables to consider. I'm looking for the opinions of others on this matter.
Thoughts?