My parents both died when I was a child, I was orphaned. 
Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that! While it's certainly not something to hope for, know that you're in good company. Many celebrated writers, businessmen and world leaders are also orphans.
Really? I didn't know that. Can you tell me an example? 
Nelson Mandela was an orphan! Although it isn't clear if he lost both parents because the United Nations will classify someone as an orphan due to the loss of one parent.