In memory of those who "died suddenly," in India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, the Maldives, Vietnam, Japan, Malaysia, Australia and New Zealand, November 7-November 14
Indian TV actor Siddhaanth, cinematographer Sudish Pappu; Sri Lankan democratic activist Nirmanli Liyanage; Australian radio star Sarah Tomlinson, footballer Heather Anderson; & more (with many in NZ)
INDIA
Popular Actor Siddhaanth Vir Surryavanshi Dies At The Age Of 46
November 11, 2022
Famous small screen actor Siddhaanth passed away after he collapsed in the gym! He breathed his last today morning at 11 AM at the age of 46! According to the sources, he suddenly collapsed in his gym while he is working out. He is survived by a wife, supermodel Alesia Raut and two children.
No cause of death reported.
Malayalam cinematographer Sudish Pappu dies suddenly
November 15, 2022
Cinematographer Sudish Pappu is known as Chelamaga Pappu in Malayalam cinema. Cinematographer Pappu followed up with Dulquer Salmaan with Second Show followed by Koudara, Rose Guitarnal, Eda, I Am Steve Lopez. He has done the cinematography for notable films including Maju directed and directed the photography for the last time for 'Appan' starring Sunny Wayne. At the age of 44, Pappu was diagnosed with a rare disease called amyloidosis. Pappu, who was being treated in a private hospital, died suddenly yesterday. Pappu's death shocked the Malayalam film industry. Film industry personalities are condoling him.
No age reported.
https://it.india.postsen.com/divertimento/4280.html
Seva Dal gen-scy K K Pandey passes away during "Bhara Jodo Yatra" in Nanded
November 8 2022
In a tragic incident during former Congress president and MP Rahul Gandi's "Bharat Jodo Yatra" [an ongoing mass movement started by the Indian National Congress] here, national general secretary of Seva Dal and in-charge of Madhya Pradesh Congress Seva Da., Krishna Kumar Pandey, died of a heart attack on Tuesday. While informing media about the sudden death, Jairam Ramesh, head of media department of All India Congress Committee, said, "Krishna Kumar Pandey was walking with me and Digvijaya Singh with tricolour in his hand as soon as the "Bhara Jodo Yatra" started in the morning, after some time he passed the flag to another worker and suddenly collapsed while walking behind. He was immediately sent to the hospital, but doctor there declared him dead. [paywall]
No age reported.
Two “sudden deaths” caught on video:
6 sec video: Indian bus driver collapsing at the wheel.
On camera: Rajasthan man falls during dance on wedding stage, dies
November 13, 2022
Rajasthan - A shocking incident from Pali district of Rajasthan recorded an enthusiastically dancing man suddenly falling off from his performance, and later passing away. The deceased has been identified as Salim Bhai Ranawas, a resident of Guda Ramsingh village of the state. According to reports, the event occurred on Friday night when the man was at his sister-in-law's wedding reception. When people saw him collapse and go unresponsive, he was rushed to a nearest hospital where on examination he was declared dead.
No cause of death nor age stated.
SRI LANKA
Activist Nirmanli Liyanage has passed away
November 13, 2022
Colombo - Young activist Nirmanli Liyanage has passed away. She has reportedly died due to a sudden heart attack in a private hospital in Colombo. Nirmanli Liyanage was in her mid thirties when she passed away shockingly. She had also participated in a citizen talk discussion which was posted on her Facebook page yesterday. Nirmanli Liyanage played a key role in establishing the Citizens Forum at the historic GotaGoGama protest site and worked tirelessly to educate citizens about their rights and the democratic processes earlier this year. Many activists have posted on social media expressing their condolences over the sudden death of a young talented activist.
https://www.newswire.lk/2022/11/13/activist-nirmanli-liyanage-has-passed-away/
BANGLADESH
Salman Siddiquee Adnan
Young lawyer, Md Salman Siddiquee Adnan, died suddenly of a cardiac arrest today, 11/8/22 at the courthouse.
No age reported.
THE MALDIVES
Young fisherman dies at sea, moments after complaining of chest pain
November 8, 2022
A young fisherman from K. Gulhi in seemingly good health died Tuesday morning, moment after he complained of a sudden onset of chest pain. The young man has been identified as Mohamed Akram, 33. He had been at sea fishing for yellowfin tuna when he experienced a sudden onset of chest pain and shortness of breath. Gulhi Council’s vice president Ibrahim Faiz told Sun he was transported to the B. Atoll Hospital in B. Eydhafushi on a Coastguard vessel. According to Faiz, Akram was already deceased when he was taken to the hospital. Faiz said Akram’s death had been sudden, and that he had appeared to be in perfectly good health.
No cause of death reported.
VIETNAM
The driver died unexpectedly in the tractor cab in the rubber lot
November 7, 2022
On the evening of November 6, the functional forces of Binh Duong province organized an autopsy to investigate and clarify the case of a tractor driver who was found dead in the car’s cabin in the rubber lot. The victim was identified as Mr. Le Trung Hau (28 years old, living in Dong Xoai city, Binh Phuoc province). Before that, about 2:30 p.m. the same day, a resident was traveling on DT.744 road, when he arrived at the section of Loc Hoa hamlet, Minh Hoa commune, Dau Tieng district, Binh Duong province, he discovered a tractor-trailer carrying a tractor is traveling in the same direction ahead with abnormal signs. According to this person, the car staggered and backed into a rubber lot by the roadside nearly 50 meters, then suddenly stopped. This person looked over and noticed that the male driver suddenly collapsed on the seat, so quickly stopped the car, shouted for people around to run out to support the driver. However, when people broke through the car door to try to save the driver, they found him dead.
No cause of dath reported.
JAPAN
"Anaphylaxis?" Aichi Medical Association to investigate died after vaccination
November 10, 2022
In the mass vaccination of the new coronavirus vaccine conducted on the 5th of this month in Aisai City, Aichi Prefecture, a woman in her 40s became ill after being vaccinated and died, the city announced on the 10th. Mitsuaki Sakuki, president of the Prefectural Medical Association, told the Asahi Shimbun on the same day, "There is a possibility of anaphylaxis (of a strong allergic reaction)." The prefectural medical association received the report as a medical accident. The medical safety committee of the prefectural medical association will investigate whether it is anaphylaxis and the status of response.
On the same day, the city explained to an interviewer, "Because she was vomiting something mixed with blood, the doctors at the scene suspected an abnormality in the lungs rather than anaphylaxis." "I don't know if it's anaphylaxis, but I was treated the best." According to the city, the woman was vaccinated with a "bivalent vaccine" made by Pfizer in the U.S. against the Omicron variant at a mass vaccination site in Aisai City around 2:20 p.m. on May 5. It was the fourth time. She was scheduled to wait for 15 minutes to see how her physical condition would change after vaccination, but five minutes after the vaccination, the woman started coughing and moved to the treatment room in a wheelchair. The woman said she had trouble breathing, and then lost consciousness. [paywall]
https://www.asahi.com/articles/ASQCB6HL6QCBOIPE00T.html?iref=sptop_7_05
MALAYSIA
DAP Member Faints & Dies After Helping Pakatan Harapan In On-Ground Campaigning Efforts
November 7, 2022
A DAP supporter, who was hailed as one of the party's most active members, fainted and died yesterday, 6 November, after helping Pakatan Harapan (PH) campaign earlier that day. According to Guang Ming Daily, Aik Kean Ang was found unconscious in his office opposite Pasar Basah Apollo Raja Uda in Butterworth, Penang. It was understood that the medical emergency team received a distress call at 6.52 pm. One of the medical officers was Aik's friend, and they performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on him before he was rushed to the hospital. The 40-year-old businessman was said to have suddenly felt unwell before collapsing in his office. Aik died while receiving treatment. The cause of his death has yet to be revealed, pending the autopsy report.
https://says.com/my/news/dap-member-aik-kean-ang-faints-dies-pakatan-harapan-campaign-penang
Man installing internet wiring dies on roof
November 11, 2022
Ipoh - A man was found dead on the roof of a house in Jalan Tengas. A spokesman for the Perak Fire and Rescue Department said, "The victim in his 30s is believed to have been installing internet wiring on the roof of the house. A team was deployed to the scene, and we brought the victim down using a stretcher. He was pronounced dead by a medical officer."
No cause of death reported.
https://www.bernama.com/en/general/news.php?id=2137731
AUSTRALIA
ABC radio star Sarah Tomlinson suddenly dies
November 10, 2022
An ABC radio star has died after suffering a fatal anaphylactic shock. Sarah Tomlinson, chief of staff for ABC Mildura-Swan Hill in South Australia, was on annual leave when she suddenly fell ill. Friends have paid emotional tributes to Ms Tomlinson, remembering her as “generous” and “deeply passionate” about her work.
No age reported.
Heartbreak as Australian footballer Heather Anderson, 28, dies ‘suddenly and unexpectedly’
November 14, 2022
The Adelaide Crows say that they are ‘deeply saddened’ by the unexpected death of former AFLW star Heather Anderson, aged 28. The Australian club released a brief statement today, Monday, confirming the death of the 28-year-old, and spoke of their sadness at Ms Anderson’s passing. The statement said: “The Adelaide Football Club is deeply saddened by the unexpected passing of Premiership player Heather Anderson. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.” She was a recognisable AFLW figure due to her trademark pink headgear, which she began wearing early in her career to help her mum, who is vision impaired, spot her on the field.
No cause of death reported.
NEW ZEALAND
Sudden death of 18-year-old in Hokitika investigated
November 11, 2022
An 18-year-old man died suddenly at an address in Hokitika in the early hours of Friday morning. Emergency services were called to Livingstone Street at 12.50 am. Attempts to resuscitate the young man were unsuccessful. Police said they were working hard to determine the circumstances that led to his death and are supporting his family.
https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/478540/sudden-death-of-18-year-old-in-hokitika-investigated
Man collapses and dies while talking to police in Auckland
November 14, 2022
Police responding to an incident in central Auckland say a man collapsed and died while speaking to officers. Police and St John ambulances were on Ronayne St from about 4 am. A statement from police just after 7.30 am said they were treating the death as unexplained. “Police received several reports of a man causing a disturbance on Ronayne Street, Auckland central. Police attended and located the man. However, while talking with Police, the man has collapsed and died.” Police were making inquiries they said. The Coroner has been informed and a post-mortem examination will take place.
No age reported
https://www.odt.co.nz/news/national/man-collapses-and-dies-while-talking-police-auckland
Body found on Kellys Beach, Auckland
November 12, 2022
Police are on the scene after a body was discovered on an Auckland beach early this morning. Officers were called to the scene at Kellys Beach by Whitford Maretai Rd in Beachlands about 6.30 am. Police said in a statement the body was reported to them this morning.
No cause of death reported.
https://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/body-found-on-kellys-beach-auckland/UMI7IDIHBBDA3E56ZUUV37WMHQ/
Hinahina The Catlins: Person dies after South Otago diving incident
November 12, 2022
A person is dead after what is believed to be a diving accident in Hinahina, The Catlins, today. Emergency services were called to a water rescue near Jacks Bay Rd about 1 pm. A witness who saw the event unfold said a group was snorkeling off the shore of Tuhawaiki Island when one person appeared to need medical attention. Emergency services arrived and went over to the island by boat and performed CPR on the person for more than 45 minutes. A rescue helicopter landed on the island, but it appeared to be too late, the witness said. A police spokesman said it attended a water rescue with Fire and Emergency New Zealand and St John, but was unable to provide further comment.
No age or cause of death reported.
Michael Noche killed on Auckland building site was scaffolder from Philippines with wife and children
November 7, 2022
Construction site scaffolder Michael Noche, killed at work on Friday, was a migrant from the Philippines and had been dreaming of bringing his wife and children here, a union chief says. Mikee Santos, a Union Network of Migrants coordinator, said Noche’s death at a retirement village site in Auckland’s St Johns was a tragedy. Santos said Noche had been in New Zealand for about four years and was working at height on the site of Summerfield St Johns, 188 St Johns Rd. He was killed at about 12.30 pm on Friday. He was an employee of Marin Construction, a subcontractor on the large site. “The whole site was shut, pending an investigation. This man fell six or seven floors. He was a scaffolder. It is bizarre. The whole Philippines community in Auckland is talking about this. They’re in mourning and very upset. It’s difficult to understand what happened,” Santos said.
No age reported.
Pupil dies at intermediate school in Auckland
November 10, 2022
The principal of an Auckland intermediate school has confirmed a Year 8 pupil died on its grounds this week. Police said they were called about 2 pm on Tuesday to the school, where a child had died. The matter had been referred to the coroner, a spokesman said.
No age or cause of death reported
https://www.odt.co.nz/news/national/pupil-dies-intermediate-school-auckland
Gerald Fredrick Muir, 56
November 8, 2022
New Plymouth, Taranaki - Suddenly, on Friday 4 November 2022 aged 56. Loved by so many.
No cause of death reported.
https://notices.nzherald.co.nz/nz/obituaries/nzherald-nz/name/gerard-muir-obituary?pid=203156955
John William Warrington, 74
November 9, 2022
Auckland - John Warrington passed away unexpectedly on 4th November aged 74 Years. You were the best and our hero, taken from us in your prime of life. Game, set and match John.
No cause of death reported.
https://notices.nzherald.co.nz/nz/obituaries/nzherald-nz/name/john-warrington-obituary?pid=203164658
Fiona Skipper, 61
November 10, 2022
Pukekohe, Auckland - Passed away on November 07, 2022. Fiona passed away suddenly at home early Monday morning.
No cause of death reported.
https://notices.nzherald.co.nz/nz/obituaries/nzherald-nz/name/fiona-skipper-obituary?pid=203171987
Efren Nicolas Dayrit, 72
November 9, 2022
Papatoetoe, Auckland - Passed away suddenly at Middlemore Hospital on 6 November 2022, aged 72. Dearly missed and never forgotten. Efren a man of few words, who played his cards close to his chest. Kind and patient, always helpful, never complaining. Stoic and Brave, with an unfailing sense of humour.
No cause of death reported.
https://notices.nzherald.co.nz/nz/obituaries/nzherald-nz/name/efren-dayrit-obituary?pid=203164646
Maxwell James Fowler
November 10, 2022
Whakatane, Bay of Plenty - Passed suddenly on Tuesday 8th November 2022.
No age or cause or death reported.
https://notices.nzherald.co.nz/nz/obituaries/nzherald-nz/name/maxwell-fowler-obituary?pid=203171981
Shelley Cristina Gould, 56
November 10, 2022
Henderson, Auckland - Passed away suddenly on 7 November, 2022.
No cause of death reported.
https://notices.nzherald.co.nz/nz/obituaries/nzherald-nz/name/shelley-gould-obituary?pid=203164638
Anne Duncan
November 12, 2022
South Bay, Kaikora- On Tuesday November 8, 2022, suddenly at her home.
No age or cause of death reported.
https://deaths.stuff.co.nz/nz/obituaries/the-press-nz/name/anne-duncan-obituary?pid=203194987
Alwyn Heather Mcleod
November 12, 2022
New Plymouth, Taranaki- Unexpectedly at home on Monday 7 November 2022.
No age or cause of death reported.
Craig Alan Fairgray, 62
November 14, 2022
Cheviot, Canterbury - On November 9, 2022, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in Cheviot, aged 62 years. "Always in our hearts.’’
No cause of death reported.
https://deaths.stuff.co.nz/nz/obituaries/the-press-nz/name/craig-fairgray-obituary?pid=203207200
Carl Raymond Robert Forrester, 47
November 16, 2022
West Melton, Canterbury - Passed away suddenly on November 3, 2022, aged 47 years. Will be sadly missed by family and friends.
No cause of death reported.
https://deaths.stuff.co.nz/nz/obituaries/the-press-nz/name/carl-forrester-obituary?pid=203193189
Robin Alasdair Wardrop
November 12, 2022
Lower Hutt, Wellington - Sadly, on November 4th 2022, Robin passed away suddenly at Wellington Hospital.
No age or cause of death reported.
David Wilbour Broughton
November 9, 2022
Christchurch, Canterbury - On 7 November 2022 passed away suddenly, but peacefully, into the Lord's presence. A faithful servant unto the Lord. He will be dearly missed by many.
No age or cause of death reported.
Douglas Wayne Spiers, 67
November 12, 2022
Christchurch, Canterbury - On Wednesday, November 9, 2022, aged 67 years, after a short battle with cancer.
https://deaths.press.co.nz/nz/obituaries/the-press-nz/name/douglas-spiers-obituary?pid=203194138
Francesco Carenza, 75
November 11, 2022
After a sudden, short illness he passed away with loved ones by his side. On November 6, 2022.
No cause of death reported.
https://deaths.press.co.nz/nz/obituaries/the-press-nz/name/francesco-carenza-obituary?pid=203173230
Sheryl Davison, 69
November 11, 2022
Hamilton, Waikato - Died unexpectedly on November 5, 2022, aged 69.
No cause of death reported.
https://deaths.press.co.nz/nz/obituaries/the-press-nz/name/sheryl-davison-obituary?pid=203181996
Megan Susan Coleman, 47
November 9, 2022
Christchurch, Canterbury - On November 4, 2022, passed away suddenly, aged 49 years.
No cause of death reported.
https://deaths.press.co.nz/nz/obituaries/the-press-nz/name/megan-coleman-obituary?pid=203165888
Brent John Taylor, 50
November 8, 2022
Christchurch, Canterbury - On Saturday, November 5, 2022, unexpectedly at home in Christchurch, age 50 years.
No cause of death reported.
https://deaths.press.co.nz/nz/obituaries/the-press-nz/name/brent-taylor-obituary?pid=203158070
Barry John McCarthy, 58
November 7, 2022
Christchurch, Canterbury - On November 2, 2022, passed away unexpectedly, out doing what he loved, mountain biking, aged 58 years. A top bloke who will be missed by all.
No cause of death reported.
https://deaths.press.co.nz/nz/obituaries/the-press-nz/name/barry-mccarthy-obituary?pid=203154961
Seems like the Oz list is so short because local obituaries hardly make the online news here.
That’s quite a long list for New Zealand, which makes sense since their prime minister was a ruthless vacciner. I think she’s let up a little, but the damage has clearly already been done.