I feel like I've answered this question before. I shinigami is a death god. Some call it a soul reaper, you can call it an angel of death. Whatever you prefer really.
Well thats good to hear, though its not good to assume that just because someone may or may not live in someone of direct relations basement, that they are not a capable, thriving ninja pirate surfer dude girl type person...And if none of that pertains to you then ignore it completely and Hi. :D