An easy answer to that age old question...

Who died and left you boss?

I now say, that's easy:

My father in March of 1969 of pancreatic cancer, followed by my grandfather, who was murdered in April of that year.

Several great aunts, an uncle I never met, and an uncle I liked a lot.

A niece.

Five dogs, a cat, two horses.

As far as non-living things go, you've basically got some hopes and dreams -- and my innocence.

That about does it.

--References available upon request.