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Sudden death of my nephew

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Foxymoxy68 · 12/04/2022 23:27

My 26 year old nephew has just passed away following a charity boxing match last Saturday night which he took part in. He collapsed at the end and never regained consciousness. He was declared brain dead yesterday and donated his organs today.
As a family, we are so completely stunned by what has happened. We’ve never experienced anything so traumatic and dreadful.
His parents are absolutely beside themselves with grief and we just don’t know what to do. It’s awful 😢

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Dontbesly · 12/04/2022 23:29

I'm so sorry for your loss Flowers

Motnight · 12/04/2022 23:29

I am so sorry for your family's loss Op 💐

Brightrainbow · 12/04/2022 23:31

Im so sorry
The poor kid has been taken too young and his poor parents
Do you want to tell us more about him?
Take things at your own pace-grief has no limits
I’m so sorry this has happened

Woahbodyforrrrm · 12/04/2022 23:33

I can't begin to say how sorry I am. This is so tragic for you all. Sending you lots of love ❤️

merryhouse · 12/04/2022 23:35

I'm so sorry.

Foxymoxy68 · 12/04/2022 23:49

His name was Dominic. He was handsome, cheeky and so full of life. He was a graduate of Worcester University and worked in marketing. He loved horse racing and football and was a huge West Bromwich Albion supporter. He was a much loved son, brother, nephew and cousin. His final act of charity was to donate his liver and kidneys to 3 grateful recipients today. We cannot believe he is gone.

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BoreOfWhabylon · 12/04/2022 23:53

I am so sorry.

RIP Dominic.

Monty27 · 13/04/2022 02:52

Deep condolences to you and your family OP.
Stay strong for them and look after each other.
RIP Dominic 😥

Dnadoon · 13/04/2022 03:11

I am so sorry for you. I think you will be proud of him forever. Flowers I would say
that the numbness and shock never completely goes away, you just learn to live with it. The pain fades with time but the memories and his achievements will be remembered strongly by all that loved him. Rest in peace lovely Dominic x

Bunglemom · 13/04/2022 13:39

i am so sorry for your loss, hubby is a huge Albion fan and if you get in touch with the club maybe they can pay a tribute to him at the next home match

Flutterby106 · 13/04/2022 13:41

I am so sorry for your loss and pain. RIP Dominic. Flowers

Snowdropsarelovely · 13/04/2022 16:39

I'm so sorry for your loss, and how brave of your family to think of others at this sad time. My friend is a transplant recipient and is so grateful for her gift. Her donor is never forgotten

Foxymoxy68 · 13/04/2022 17:55

Thank you for all your lovely messages. They have really helped xxxxx

Sudden death of my nephew
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moonbedazzled · 13/04/2022 18:07

I'm so very sorry about your nephew, Foxy. He sounds like a wonderful man. And what a lovely family you all are that Dominic was doing something great for charity and that, even in your grief, you used the awful situation to help others.
Sending love to you and all his family. x

Doidontimmm · 13/04/2022 18:10

Heartbroken for you. Stay strong & what a wonderful thing to be a donor Flowers

waterlego · 13/04/2022 18:10

My goodness, what an awful, shocking thing to happen. I’m so sorry for your loss, for Dominic’s parents, and for everyone who knew and loved him. I take it that is a photo of him that you have shared? What a gorgeous, charismatic young man he was. Sending my condolences to you all. 💐

Innocenta · 13/04/2022 18:12

I am so very sorry.

Robin843 · 13/04/2022 18:14

This is so heartbreaking and my heart goes out to you and the family. Coincidentally I had just been reading about Dominic on the Worcester News website. It's clear from the report that your family is a very close one and he was a loving and much loved young man. I hope you find comfort and support in the love of your family through this devastating time Flowers

BigGreen · 13/04/2022 18:25

What a terrible loss, I'm just so sorry Thanks

A fitting legacy to have transformed three peoples lives through organ donation.

Justkeeppedaling · 13/04/2022 18:26

So sorry to hear this 💐
Was it SADS by any chance? It takes far too many young men and isn't routinely screened for in this country, though it is in some.
If it is, this charity can help www.c-r-y.org.uk/
They were fantastic when DDs BF died in similar circumstances when they were both teenagers.

excelledyourself · 13/04/2022 18:28

Rest in peace Dominic Star

I'm so sorry for your loss, OP. He certainly sounds like someone to be very proud of Thanks

justthecat · 13/04/2022 18:38

So sorry for your loss 🌺

GucciBear · 13/04/2022 18:42

What a dreadful thing. Such a shock for all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

LadyGardenersQuestionTime · 13/04/2022 18:42

I am so very sorry, for you and for his parents and siblings and all your family Thanks

CandyCaneLane0 · 13/04/2022 18:52

How awful, so sorry for your loss