Originally Posted by
lamont2718
I doubt this happens very often (and certainly hope not), but it is not infeasible.
Pax: "Hi, I'm number 4 on the upgrade list. I'd like to pass on the upgrade since I want to sit with a companion in my original seat."
GA: "OK, thanks for letting us know!"
That happens quite often, actually. Most of the time when I get upgraded and my wife doesn't, we decide to both sit in coach rather than split up.