I'm sorry for your loss. I know how it feels to be lonely... but I have 2 dogs that keep me from feeling all alone. I talk to them all the time it helps some. I lost my husband over a year ago he was very ill for years then my 20 year old recently moved out our only child. I kept wanting her to become more responsible but I wasn't ready for such a change sometimes I don't know if I even really know why I'm sad because my mind and emotions are all over the place.
If I could do anything to lift your spirits I pray that for you.

My beautiful wife of 19 years passed away 8 months ago. The last 8 months have been the loneliest of my life. My friends and family were here for me at first, but I guess they think I must be over it now? My oldest daughter is 23 & still lives at home, but rarely do I see her. My wife and I do have. 13 yr old daughter & I thank god every day for her. She is the only support I have. I prey that you find sone new friends. Unless you have went through what we have, people just don't understand.

You and I are in a similar situation. Since my wife passed 6 months ago, I have found that I have no friends to go do things with. I have gotten into the rut of working during the day, then watching tv in the evenings. It makes the days go by, but I do want more... I just don't know where to go or how to make new friends. I wish I had answers for you, but I am looking for the same answers. Just know, you are not the only one facing this situation. Finding others in similar situations help me from feeling like there is something wrong with me.

I'm not usually shy, but when my husband died I became very quiet. I just didn't want to say anything. Nothing seemed important but "my husband died'. My mind was still unbelieving and it consumed my every thought . I felt I must get out. I sat in a nice place and read, I walked around the grocery store, mall stores, any place where people were. Now we can't rush through or there's no point. Take your time, smile, ask them anything comes to mind. In the beginning I found I had to force myself, but soon I became comfortable with having a cup of coffee (at the counter, not alone in a booth). If you hear of something enjoyable go. Get out of the safe zone and meet stranger's. Sharon

Do you have hobbies?
There are AARP groups, senior citizen centers, local garden club, or a library may have some info.
Churches often have a senior group that meets. A local paper may list things to do, activities of various groups.
Hope this helps!