In memory of those who “died suddenly” in India, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand, October 2-October 9, 2023
Thai diplomat Wichit Chitwiman; Vietnamese artist Bao Anh; NZ lawmaker and veterinarian Neil Christensen; 9 from heart attacks in India (including a girl, 12, in class); & more
INDIA
In Ahmedabad, a woman serving mid-day meal suddenly collapsed, her heart beat again!
October 6, 2023
Ahmedabad - One more case has been reported in Ahmedabad. A woman, who was serving mid-day meal at Gujarati School No. 1, died of a heart attack. The incident took place in Vivekanandnagar area of Ahmedabad rural, ambulances were called and the doctor conducted an investigation and the woman was declared dead.
No age reported.
Youth practicing Garba dies of heart attack! Know how to avoid heart attack and how to avoid it
October 5, 2023
Surat - Garba (traditional dance from the Indian state of Gujarat) groups have started practicing as Navratri approaches. After the Corona period, on the one hand, there is a lot of enthusiasm among the people about Navratri, on the other hand, there is a danger of heart attack in Navratri this time. There has been an increase in the number of heart attack cases in Garba for some time now. One such case has now come to light from Surat. A 28-year-old man, who was practicing garba in Surat, suffered a heart attack. While practicing Garba, the young man suddenly collapsed and fell unconscious. He was rushed to a hospital for treatment where doctors declared him brought dead.
12-year-old girl suffers major heart attack in classroom
September 29, 2023
In a tragic incident, a 12-year-old class 8th student of Geetanjali school had suffered a severe heart attack and fell on the floor following which she was immediately taken to the hospital in Surat, Gujarat. The vigilant teachers and school staff wasted no time and rushed Riddhi to a nearby hospital in a desperate bid to save her life. However, the doctors at the hospital, after thorough examination, declared her unfortunate passing. The incident occurred in the Godadara area of Surat district and involved a young student named Riddhi Mewada. As seen in the viral video, Riddhi was seated on the front bench of her class while her teacher conducted a lesson. Suddenly, Riddhi collapsed from her bench, causing immediate commotion in the classroom. This unfortunate incident marks the seventh instance of a young person’s death in the state due to heart-related issues. Recently, on September 25, a 19-year-old engineering student suffered a fatal heart attack while participating in Garba dance practice in Jamnagar. Likewise, on September 24, a 24-year-old Garba enthusiast tragically lost his life in a similar manner in Junagadh.
Link
Video of the incident:
https://x.com/singhsimran4321/status/1707321670804091124?s=46&t=Gko8hP2TNbcAOVvXfG3jUw
Relatives stage protest over child's sudden death
October 3, 2023
Pudukkottai - Meiyar hails from Melapatti village near Karambakudi Vellala Hostel in Pudukottai district. Mechanic. He is survived by his wife Sukanya (26). They have been married for 2 years. Sukanya was admitted to the Pudukottai Raniyar Government Maternity Hospital a few days ago for delivery. She gave birth to a baby boy on the 1st of last month. The child was kept on a ventilator and taken care of. Doctors said the baby boy had died tonight. Sukanya, her family and relatives were shocked.
No cause of death reported.
Oh papa! In the last 24 hours, 5 youths died of heart attack in Rajkot.
October 3, 2023
Rajkot - 35-year-old Lalitsingh Gopalsingh Parihar, a resident of Ambika Township in the city and working as a security guard, suddenly fainted at his home yesterday morning. So they were immediately shifted to civil hospital for treatment, where the doctor on duty declared him dead. Preliminary investigation by the doctor revealed that he died due to a heart attack.
Rajeshbhai, a farmer in Kothariya village of Rajkot, was working on his farm in Bhoot Khorane village when he suddenly collapsed. In the meantime, suddenly he fell unconscious. So the farm labourers present at the farm took him to the Civil Hospital, where he died. With Rajeshbhai's death, a son and two daughters have lost their father's umbrella. So there is mourning in the family too.
Vijay Malua Sankesh, 30, who works in a valve-making company in GIDC and lives in the room behind the company, was cooking in the room yesterday. In the meantime, he suddenly fainted. So he was taken to the Civil Hospital by his colleagues. Where the doctors examined and declared him dead. The doctor said he died of a heart attack.
Rashid Khan, 34, who lives in Om Udyognagar near the khokhaddal river bridge in Rajkot and works as a labourer, fell unconscious while sitting at his house. So they were taken to the Civil Hospital, where he died. The deceased was originally from UP and worked as a labourer here. His untimely death has left the family members stunned by the shock.
Another youth died of a heart attack in Jetpur. The youth suffered a heart attack at his home in Takudipara. Kesar Dilbahadur Khatri (39), a native of Nepal and living in Jetpur, had been working in a shop named Jetpur Welcome Chinese for the last several years. The body was shifted to Jetpur Government Hospital for PM.
Rajkot: Prudh dies of heart attack while fixing electricity meter
October 3, 2023
Rajkot - Laljibhai Maganbhai Bhadaniya, 55, a resident of Rangila Society area in Navagam Anandpar near Rajkot, was doing repair work with the wiring of an electricity meter in his house last evening. Then he suddenly fell unconscious and died. At first glance, the family thought Laljibhai was electrocuted. He was rushed to Rajkot Civil Hospital and was declared brought dead by the doctors present in the emergency ward. The staff of the hospital outpost later informed the Kuvadwa police. So the Kuvadwa police reached the hospital and seized the body for postmortem and took action. After which it has been revealed in the PM report that he died of a heart attack.
THAILAND
Former ambassador found dead in toilet
October 8, 2023
The body of a former Thai ambassador to Denmark was found early on Sunday morning in a toilet of his luxury house in Bangkok's Chatuchak district. According to police Captain Puthipong Hongthong, deputy head of the investigation, the dead man was discovered by a team of workers who came to the house on Sunday morning after they had arranged with the homeowner to make some repairs. The workers repeatedly pressed the buzzer at the entrance gate, but there was no answer. Soon they noticed a foul smell coming from the house and alerted the police. The three-story house had been locked from the inside. When the police arrived, they found a body in a toilet on the second floor. The body was later identified as that of Wichit Chitwiman, 63, a former Thai ambassador to Denmark. The former diplomat lived alone in the house. The Suthisan police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of death.
VIETNAM
Artist Bao Anh: "The Gypsy" bids farewell to the temporary realm at the age of 70
October 6, 2023
The sudden death of artist Bao Anh at the age of 70 has left many mourning among friends and colleagues. According to information from the Minh Vong People's Committee, artist Bao Anh died at the age of 70, at 5 pm on October 5, at Minh Anh Hospital after treatment for aortic aneurysm.
INDONESIA
A policeman was killed in a “vaxxident”:
Innalilahi, Grobogan Police Chief Suddenly Died, Suddenly Fell from His Own Motorcycle until His Life Was Not Helped
October 2, 2023
Java - Innalilahi, a sad incident befell Chief of Police Geyer, Grobogan, Central Java. AKP Sunarto on the spur of the moment fell from his own motorcycle and eventually passed away. "That's right, a single motorcycle accident during patrol duty. Fell off the motorcycle when patrolling with his members." Dedy said when contacted by telephone on Sunday. Sunarto, who suffered injuries, was then rushed to Panti Rahayu Yakkum Purwodadi Hospital. "Overnight was treated but dropped and died this morning. The official doctor's diagnosis is not yet there," Dedy said.
No age or cause of death reported.
Health Clinic Building Project Worker in Karangasem Dies Suddenly
October 4, 2023
Karangasem – A worker of a health clinic construction project in Galiran Neighborhood, Subagan Village, Karangasem Regency died suddenly, on Tuesday (4/10/2023). The information obtained, the worker named Wahyudi, 64, from Turen District, Malang Regency, East Java Province. Before being declared dead, he had complained of not feeling well to his friend. Knowing the complaint, one of his colleagues had suggested that he rest and eat. But after the break, he returned to work at noon. When cutting wood in a squatting position, suddenly the victim collapsed unconscious.
No cause of death reported.
47-Year-Old Man Found Dead Suddenly at Krian Sidoarjo Bypass Truck Base
October 6, 2023
Sidoarjo -The 47-year-old man was found lifeless Thursday, (5/10), at around 9:30 a.m.
No cause of death reported.
AUSTRALIA
A teacher “died suddenly”:
Teacher dies suddenly at his school desk as three colleagues tried to save him
October 4, 2023
A well-loved religious studies teacher in Australia died at his desk despite three of his colleagues desperately trying to save him. James Kiernan collapsed behind his desk at Shalom College in Bundaberg, Queensland, after arriving at around 7:30 am on Tuesday. Colleagues rapidly performed CPR on the father-of-three before paramedics arrived, but he sadly died at the scene. Principal Dan McMahon confirmed James' death at 10:50 am, by which time his wife had arrived to be by his side as he died. A Queensland Police Service spokesperson confirmed that Mr. Kiernan, who was in his 50s, died from a heart attack. There has since been an outpouring of love and grief for the "much loved" teacher who worked at the college since 2021.
‘Larger-than-life' father who ran popular Sydney burger shop dies suddenly, six years after losing his wife
October 9, 2023
A "larger-than-life" father who ran a popular burger shop on Sydney's Northern Beaches has died suddenly, six years after his wife passed away in similar circumstances. Jimmy Sagiotis, 48, who ran Salty Rooster takeaway in Manly, died on Thursday.
According to reports, he suffered multiple heart attacks.
“Died suddenly” in the air:
Qatar Airways death: The four big outstanding questions about Aussie grandmother's sudden passing in mid-air - as her devastated family plead: 'We just want answers'
October 4, 2023
Sydney - A grieving family is pleading for answers over how a grandmother was treated after she started gasping for air, then suddenly died, on board a Qatar Airways flight - as eyewitnesses question the official version of events. Sharon Gordon, 60, from Campbelltown in Sydney's south-west, was travelling on flight QR908 from Doha last Friday evening AEST when she started gasping midway through the 14-hour-journey. She died a short time later. Qatar Airways issued a brief statement expressing their condolences and simply stating that CPR was performed and 'regrettably, the lady could not be revived'. Ms. Gordon's grieving family is now making funeral preparations and mourning the 'beautiful' grandmother, comparing her to an 'angel' who was kind and warm to everyone she knew. Her partner Rob Bray hopes he can get a full, detailed account of what happened - after two witnesses came forward to claim the airline should have handled the situation better, and accused staff of wasting time in the crucial early moments when they raised the alarm. 'I'm not pointing the finger. The poor darling mightn't have been able to be resuscitated anyway, but nobody knows now,' he said.
No cause of death reported.
Theresa Holt (née O'Connor)
October 6, 2023
Brisbane - formerly Limerick, Ireland, 4 October 2023; peacefully following a short illness.
No age or cause of death reported.
NEW ZEALAND
Kiwi mum watched daughter win gold in Finland, but died before she could come home
October 9, 2023
Levin - An “immeasurably proud” Kiwi mum was diagnosed with cancer days before flying to Finland where her daughter won gold at the ITF World Taekwon-Do (TKD) Champs in September. But Mel Yates (Ngāi Tahu/Muaūpoko) never made it back to Aotearoa, and died in a Manchester hospital weeks later. In late August, the 51-year-old Levin local was diagnosed with a fractured back, which revealed the presence of a tumour. The cancer, the family understands, originated in her bowels. Still determined to be there for her daughter, Mel left New Zealand on September 2, with the plan to have further tests when she returned home. She travelled in a wheelchair through Wellington, Sydney, Los Angeles, Chicago and finally the Helenski town of Tampere. But she was, “a lot more ill than we thought”, her husband of 24 years, 55-year-old Steve Yates, told Stuff from the UK, “It effectively accelerated at a terrifying rate.” On September 29, Mel died at Newcastle’s Royal Victoria Infirmary - almost 20,000km from home - surrounded by her family.
A lawmaker and veterinarian “died suddenly”:
Election 2023: Act candidate Neil Christensen dies, by-election to be held for Port Waikato
October 9, 2023
Port Waikato - Act Party candidate Neil Christensen has died. “On behalf of the Act Party, I’d like to offer my condolences to Neil’s family and friends. Our thoughts are with you,” Act leader David Seymour said in a statement today, adding that the Port Waikato candidate was a valued member of the party. “I wish to pay tribute to Neil, who was an infectiously charismatic and fascinating man and was New Zealand’s only registered specialist poultry veterinarian. He was a dedicated member of the Act Party who will be immensely missed.” According to electoral law, the candidate election for Port Waikato must be cancelled if a candidate dies after the close of nominations but before polling day. The party vote will still be counted.
No age or cause of death reported.
Wānaka man who died on Motatapu likely suffered heart attack: Coroner [and his son just died of cancer]
October 4, 2023
Wānaka man Peter Murphy likely died of a heart attack at the start line of the Motatapu cycle race, a coroner has found. The 58-year-old business owner was seen to collapse and fall from his bike. Despite receiving CPR from a bystander and shocks and adrenaline administered by paramedics, his death was confirmed an hour later. Coroner Mary-Anne Borrowdale said Murphy was a fit and capable cyclist but had experienced considerable recent personal stress. Weeks earlier, his 24-year-old son Daniel died from cancer, while Murphy and his new wife were in the final stages of building a new house. A postmortem examination conducted by pathologist Dr. Michael Dray found a heart attack likely caused his death.
Tim Leonard, 67
October 7, 2023
Auckland - Born March 6, 1956. Passed away on October 6, 2023. It is with the deepest grief we announce the passing of our superhero Tim Leonard after a short battle with cancer, on Friday, 6th October 2023.
No cause of death reported.
Glen Ross MacKay, 69
October 7, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - After a short and determined fight with cancer, Glen has now passed on, surrounded with love and support. "We will always have great memories, you will be missed by many! RIP Dad, Manu Forti."
No cause of death reported.
Derek Lincoln (D Rock) Westerman, 72
October 7, 2023
Taupo, Waikato - Passed away suddenly at home, on Friday 6th October 2023, aged 72 years.
No cause of death reported.
Claire Rochelle Anderson, 45
October 7, 2023
Warkworth, Auckland - Passed away peacefully, on 5th October 2023, aged 45 years. Taken too soon but will forever be in our hearts.
No cause of death reported.
Michael Neil Breingan, 58
October 7, 2023
Nelson - On October 2, 2023, unexpectedly at home, aged 58 years.
No cause of death reported.
David Mole, 65
October 7, 2023
Wellington - Born Umtali, Zimbabwe, 4 February 1958, passed away unexpectedly at home in Wellington, on 26th September 2023.
No cause of death reported.
Michael Jai Lal, 76
October 7, 2023
Invercargill - Suddenly on September 28, 2023, aged 76.
No cause of death reported.
Elliot Bernard Watkins, 27
October 7, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - Elliot's family are totally devastated and heartbroken to advise he died unexpectedly, at Christchurch Hospital, on Friday, October 6, 2023, aged 27 years. He will be greatly missed by his wider family and mates.' He is our rock.'
No cause of death reported.
Clive Norman, 69
October 7, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - Passed away suddenly.
No cause of death reported.
Izaak Christopher Nuu, 40
October 7, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - On September 27, 2023, he placed his last bet on his way to Heaven, aged 40 years. “Izaak, you will be dearly missed by your family, friends and everyone who knew you”.
No cause of death reported.
Karen Dawn Renner, 70
October 7, 2023
Blenheim, Marlborough - Passed away suddenly at home October 5, 2023, aged 70 years.
No cause of death reported.
Kerry John McHugh, 59
October 7, 2023
Palmerston North - Kerry was born 30th December 1963, and unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday 3rd October 2023. Aged 59 years.
No cause of death reported.
Gillian Goodall
October 7, 2023
Saint John, Auckland - At rest at last. Donations to the Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.
No age or cause of death reported.
Bruce Norman Reinke
October 7, 2023
Invercargill - It is with great sadness Debbie and Aleisha would like to advise the passing of Bruce Reinke, loving husband and father who lost his courageous battle to cancer last Friday, September 29, 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Barbara June Herrett
October 7, 2023
Porirua, Wellington - Passed away suddenly, on Sunday 1 October 2023, at Wellington Hospital.
No age or cause of death reported.
Susan Joy Harvey
October 7, 2023
Dunedin - Sue passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Thursday October 5, 2023, after a sudden illness, at ICU Dunedin. Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter Trust. Special thanks to staff at ICU Dunedin Hospital and dr Vern Ranfurly Medical centre.
No age or cause of death reported.
Sharyn Patricia Peters
October 7, 2023
Taranaki - Unexpectedly taken from us on Tuesday 3rd October 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
John Vincent Burke, 75
October 6, 2023
Wellington - (75) Passed away unexpectedly at Wellington Hospital, on Monday 2 October, 2023.
No cause of death reported.
Ada Louisa Beverley Garlick
October 6, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - On October 4, 2023, unexpectedly at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
No age or cause of death reported.
Gary Davison
October 6, 2023
Waikato - Gary passed away peacefully, after a short illness.
No age or cause of death reported.
Tyrone Roy Balsom, 33
October 5, 2023
Waikato - Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, 3rd of October 2023, aged 33. Sadly missed by all. Donations to Waikato hospice in lieu of flowers.
No cause of death reported.
Timothy Allan Marsh, 35
October 5, 2023
Aro Valley, Wellington - Passed away on 1 October 2023, aged 35.
No cause of death reported.
Kelly Jo Anne Moore, 50
October 5, 2023
Ashburton, Canterbury - On September 24, 2023, suddenly at home, Ashburton. Aged 50 years.
No cause of death reported.
Tim Harland, 52
October 5, 2023
New Plymouth, Taranaki - Passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday 29 September 2023, aged 52 years. 'Resting in the arms of God.'
No cause of death reported.
Janet Alma Inglis
October 5, 2023
Red Beach, Auckland - Passed away on 3rd October 2023. If preferred, in lieu of flowers, a donation to www.neuroendocrinecancer.org.nz would be appreciated.
No age or cause of death reported.
Roger Lewis (Choo) Tichbourne
October 5, 2023
Hamilton, Waikato - Passed suddenly 3 October ‘23.
No age or cause of death reported.
Sharyn Patricia Peters
October 5, 2023
Hawera , Taranaki - Unexpectedly taken from us on Tuesday 3rd October 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Kevin Denis Whooley, 56
October 4, 2023
Tauranga - Passed away suddenly in Tauranga, after a short illness, on 28th September 2023, aged 56. Kev will be greatly missed by his cousins, nieces and nephews, friends and colleagues in the UK, Ireland, Canada and NZ. In lieu of flowers, donations to Cancer Society, www.cancer.org.nz would be appreciated.
No cause of death reported.
Note: Judging by what appears to be his Linkedin profile, Mr Whooley worked at Western Audio. On Western Audio's Instagram are numerous posts encouraging people to roll their "sleeves up for summer" and get "vaccinated" against Covid:
https://nz.linkedin.com/in/kevin-whooley-19407941
https://www.westernaudio.co.nz/
https://www.instagram.com/western_audio_engineering/
Luke Neal, 19
October 4, 2023
Dunedin, Otago - Passed away 4 days after his 20th birthday. So loved and so loving.
No cause of death reported.
Paul Andrew Kendall, 56
October 4, 2023
Henderson, Auckland - Our beloved Paul sadly passed away on the 30th of September 2023, aged 56. A beautiful soul, taken too quickly, in the hands of the angels.
No cause of death reported.
Marie Angelo, 72
October 4, 2023
Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui - Passed away unexpectedly, on Friday, 22 September 2023, aged 72 years.
No cause of death reported.
Jan Louise Tisch
October 4, 2023
Howick, Auckland - On Sunday 1st October 2023, at Totara Hospice, South Auckland, after a 10-month-battle with cancer. We would like to give grateful thanks to Dr. Stephen Dorairaj, Dr. Parry Singh, doctors and nurses at Manukau Super Center Middlemore and Auckland Hospitals and the Ambulance Services. Special Thanks to the Wonderful Doctors and Nursing Staff at Totara Hospice. So sadly missed.
No age or cause of death reported.
Gerardus (Gerry) Aarts
October 4, 2023
Tuakau, Auckland - After a short illness, and surrounded by his loving family, Gerry passed away on September 29. Rest in Peace.
No age or cause of death reported.
Amanda Iris Lucia (nee Thomas) Fahy
October 4, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - On October 1, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital, passed away peacefully after a brief illness. A kind and gentle soul at rest.
No age or cause of death reported.
Lynda Edgeler
October 4, 2023
Timaru, Canterbury - Passed away peacefully but unexpectedly at her home on Friday, September 29, 2023, surrounded by love. "Forever in our hearts."
No age or cause of death reported.
Graeme Neville Mahoney, 72
October 3, 2023
Whakatane, Bay of Plenty - On Sunday, 1 October 2023, peacefully at home in Whakatane, aged 72 years. Grateful thanks to the Palliative Care team at Whakatane Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Cancer Society would be appreciated, and may be left at the service.
No cause of death reported.
Glenn Frederick MacDonald Burton, 71
October 3, 2023
Taupo , Waikato - Passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on 29th September 2023, in Taupo, aged 71 years. He will be greatly missed.
No cause of death reported.
Merepeka Ihapera Christina (Tina) (nee Williams) Henley, 69
October 3, 2023
Paeroa , Waikato - Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, October 1st, 2023, at Christchurch Hospital, aged 69 years. A much loved sister, aunty, and friend. The family wish to thank the staff at Christchurch Hospital Emergency Department for their care and support.
No cause of death reported.
Christine Anne Honnor, 60
October 3, 2023
New Plymouth, Taranaki - On 30 September 2023, unexpectedly, at Southern Cross Hospital, aged 60 years young.
No cause of death reported.
Paul David Bothwell
October 3, 2023
Wellington - Peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on 2nd October, 2023. In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul's memory to either The Mary Potter Hospice or The Cancer Society would be appreciated and may be made online. Sincere thanks to the staff of Mary Potter Hospice, Wellington Hospital and Bowen Icon Centre who all cared for Paul.
No age or cause of death reported.
Charlie Trybula
October 3, 2023
Lower Hutt, Wellington - Peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday 29th September 2023 at Hutt Hospital. Special thanks to the staff at the Oncology Clinic Wellington Hospital and the staff at Hutt Hospital. In lieu of flowers donations to Oncology Wellington Hospital (whf.org.nz) would be appreciated and may be left at the service.
No age or cause of death reported.
Grant Llewellyn Edwards
October 3, 2023
Waimate - Passed away peacefully on Friday, 29 September 2023, at Timaru Hospital after a short illness.
No age or cause of death reported.
David John Syme
October 3, 2023
Papakura, Auckland – Suddenly, on Sunday, 1 October 2023.
No age or cause of death reported.
Mary-Ellen Bagnall, 67
October 2, 2023
Christchurch, Canterbury - On September 30, 2023, peacefully at Nurse Maude Hospice following a brave and valiantly fought battle with cancer. Aged 67 years. A dedicated teacher who devoted her life to raising her own children while educating junior school pupils, particularly those who needed Reading Recovery assistance.
No cause of death reported.
Joan Muriel Bruce, 72
October 2, 2023
Warkworth, Auckland - Born July 31, 1951. Passed away peacefully on Tuesday 26th September 2023 from a sudden illness. Friend to many, loved by all, who will be incredibly missed, but will be cherished and stay bright in our hearts forever. Shine bright Mama.
No cause of death reported.
Andrew Simpson, 73
October 2, 2023
Auckland - Born November 29, 1950. Passed away on September 29, 2023. After a brief illness we are saddened to say goodbye. Your infectious humour, sense of mischief and love of family will be forever missed. Enjoy the fishing
No cause of death reported.
Bruno Peter Stacevicius, 68
October 2, 2023
Mount Eden, Auckland - Passed away on 27 September 2023, surrounded by family, after a short illness, aged 68.
No cause of death reported.
How tragic for the children left behind without parents.
Also died was Comedian Cal Wilson 53 after a short illness:
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-10-12/comedian-cal-wilson-rare-cancer-cause-of-death-tributes-continue/102967174