I didn't think you were going to get much reaction out of him. The next time something like this comes up is it possible to maybe ask him to take over the task of getting it done? Making him feel useful for the whole family? I think his ego has taken a big big hit here. Many men feel they have to be the main provider, they have to go out and "hunt" and when they can't they feel bad. I would try to build him up.
