There are many members here who I do not talk to but read their posts...some which I may reply to and others that I may not. Either way, friends or not they were still a part of my everyday life...e-life if you will. I saw them everyday, read their posts everyday.....kind of like how one may see a co-worker, or a classmate on a daily basis. Even if you dont talk to them....it is always hurtful to hear about ones death when you see them all the time...especially if they were young, enthusiastic and had a lot going for them.
So to answer your question .....yes it may very well bring a tear or two to my eyes.