In memory of those who “died suddenly” in Mexico, Honduras, Dominican Republic, Bahamas, Peru, Suriname, Bolivia, Brazil and Chile, September 25-October 2, 2023
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In memory of those who “died suddenly” in Mexico, Honduras, Dominican Republic, Bahamas, Peru, Suriname, Bolivia, Brazil and Chile, September 25-October 2, 2023
Mexican filmmaker Raúl Martínez, actress Cecilia Priego (36, C); Honduran epidemiologist Manuel Adalid Gamero; Bahamian politician Obediah Wilchcombe; Bolivian model Mayra Copas (27, C); & more
More notable deaths: DR adminstrator Miguel Alvarez (C); Peruvian lawmaker Hernando Guerra García; Brazilian pro skateboarder Carlos Yellow (36, C), singer Edinho Gomes (“Copacabana Som”), bodybuilder Elidir Pereira (34)
MEXICO
Filmmaker Raúl Martínez, director of “Un padre no tan padre” and “El waitero,” dies at 52
October 1, 2023
Raúl Martínez, born on June 24, 1971, left us on September 30, 2023 at the age of 52. So far, the causes of his death have not been revealed, leaving the film community and his fans in a state of shock and sadness. In addition to his outstanding work as a director, he also stood out as a video and audio editor. Residing in Mexico City, Martínez made his mark in commercials and television series, including projects such as “Camino de Estupideces,” “Backdoor” and “Érase Una Vez.” Throughout his career, he also had the opportunity to work with renowned actors such as Verónica Castro in “When I'm Young” and the Spanish actress Clara Lago in “Amores Permitted.”
No cause of death reported.
Tabasco actress Cecilia Priego dies after suffering from cancer
October 1, 2023
The actress and cultural manager Cecilia Priego, daughter of the well-known singer Freddy Persa and the model and stylist Everarda Gaspar, died at the age of 36 due to cancer this Saturday, September 30, 2023, which she had been suffering from for a long time. This disease manifested itself through abdominal pain and when she went to the doctor she found out that she was in the initial stage of it. When performing a study, the doctor informed her that because of the cancer she could not be a mother since the tumor was lodged in her uterus, which had to be removed. After the surgery, a job was offered in Mexico City, but the pain returned, and when the study was carried out, it was found that the cancer had returned, however, they could not remove the tumor because it was between organs. There was no other option but chemotherapy and radiotherapy, treatments that allowed to overcome that stage, and live a little longer, until this day when her fight against the disease ended. Cecilia was a successful woman, at the time of her death she was working as operational director of Teatro En 30, so on her Facebook account they published a message from her accompanied by an image of her: “The Teatro En 30 family regrets her departure and offers its condolences to her family and loved ones. Her memory will live in our hearts forever.”
Seven “died suddenly” from heart attacks:
He is surprised by death at the wheel - and with two young girls on board
September 28, 2023
A man allegedly died of a heart attack after driving in the company of two young women. The incident was reported at 14:00 hours today on the Reynosa-Rio Bravo highway. The driver of a cherry-colored MG vehicle was driving from east to west in the company of two young women. When he reached the height of the La Escondida neighborhood, he began to feel bad to the extent of stopping the unit on the road. When they saw what was happening, the women asked for help from a traffic police unit which was passing by. The officers called the 911 emergency number to request an ambulance and Civil Protection paramedics attended the scene, but the man no longer presented vital signs.
No age reported.
Killed in a “vaxxident”:
Driver dies of apparent heart attack
September 28, 2023
State police officers took cognizance of a driver who lost his life due to an apparent heart attack while driving his gray sedan-type car. Based on the information issued by some eyewitnesses, this vehicular incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, when the driver of the vehicle, a Toyota Prius, was moving in the direction of Calzada de Los Arcos. The vehicle had already crossed the road, allegedly after having hit the dividing wall between center and side lanes. It was state police officers who arrived as first responders and took knowledge about what had happened. When verifying that an adult man was found who was unconscious, the support of paramedics was requested, who upon arrival and trying to assess his vital signs, it could only be verified that he had already lost his life, for this reason, the perimeter was under cordon and the lanes were partially closed to preserve the scene.
No age reported.
Pedestrian dies after heart attack in the center of Morelia
October 2, 2023
A pedestrian died after apparently suffering a cardiac arrest in the Historic Center of Morelia. The incident occurred on Sunday night. The identity of the deceased is unknown, but he was between 35 and 40 years old. It transpired that the passerby began to feel unwell, then fainted and some people requested help. Police and rescue paramedics arrived at the scene, who applied first aid, but the patient did not react and unfortunately his death was confirmed.
Man died of a heart attack during a football game
September 30, 2023
While participating in a football match on the field of the San Juanito Itzícuaro neighborhood in western Morelia, a 60-year-old man suffered a heart attack and died before the arrival of an ambulance. The now deceased was answering to the name of Guadalupe, who was playing a soccer game with his acquaintances, when he began to feel ill health and suddenly collapsed. Other of the players asked the emergency service for help, however, they report that the ambulance took more than 45 minutes to arrive and when Don Guadalupe arrived, he already lacked vital signs.
Woman dies of apparent heart attack while carrying buckets with water in Garcia
September 29, 2023
A woman allegedly died of a heart attack while carrying buckets filled with water in the municipality of García. The death of the person, approximately 45 years old, occurred on the morning of this Friday, September 29, in the Villas de Álcali Primer Sector neighborhood. The woman had walked to a communal vat, where she filled the containers with a capacity of 20 liters. Then she was on her way to her house, which was no more than 100 meters away, when she began to feel unwell. She fell to the pavement, where she lost her life, while the buckets of water were left in the place. Residents of this sector of Villas de Álcali suffer water problems that have led them having three consecutive days without water service.
Young man suffered a heart attack; victim of a fight in the Manantiales del Valle neighborhood
September 28, 2023
The young man who died in the middle of a fight that took place in the Manantiales del Valle neighborhood, died because of heart failure, this was determined by a group of experts who were in charge of the necropsy. After the inspection of the young man's body, the experts determined that he did not show signs of violence, only the blow he suffered on the head when he keeled over on the pavement. The doctors indicated that there are indications that the young man identified as Julio César, 16, suffered a fulminant heart attack, presumably due to an undetected condition. With the result of the necropsy, the testimonies provided by his group of friends were verified, who indicated that during the afternoon the young man behaved in a normal way, and that he only suddenly keeled over when he witnessed the scuffle.
Died in public
September 26, 2023
A man between 35 and 40 years old lost his life on the public road in the Morelos neighborhood; he was returning to his home after a hard day's work when a supposed fulminant heart attack took his life according to medical information. It was at 18:00 hours, when a man of robust build and tanned complexion fell inert on the corner, so citizens who observed the moment he collapsed approached to try to revive him and provide first aid, while others called the emergency lines to request an ambulance. Minutes later the Cam-058 unit of the Red Cross arrived, whose paramedics began to assess the man who unfortunately no longer had vital signs, so he was declared lifeless, his body was covered with a sheet.
HONDURAS
Epidemiologist Manuel Adalid Gamero dies
September 28, 2023
This Thursday, Dr. Manuel Adalid Gamero, a recognized epidemiologist at the San Felipe Hospital, died of a fulminant heart attack. Gamero (57) was director general of health of the Ministry of Health, he also served as a professor at Unitec and was deputy director of management and information of the San Felipe hospital.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Montecristi - former DG Miguel Alvarez dies from cancer
October 1, 2023
Montecristi - The former Director General of Border Development (DGDF), Miguel Alejandro Bejarán Álvarez (Tito Bejarán), a member of the Dominican Liberation Party (PLD), died this Sunday morning after fighting cancer for about six months. Tito Bejarán, as he was known in his province, died in New York City, where he had been receiving medical care since the illness that claimed his life was detected.
No age reported.
BAHAMAS
Beloved Bahamian Obie Wilchcombe dies; shocking, heartbreaking loss for The Bahamas
September 26, 2023
The Bahamas’ Minister for Social Services, the Hon. Obediah Wilchcombe made headlines in a completely unexpected way on Monday September 25; the veteran broadcaster and long-time politician, who passed away suddenly in his home island, Grand Bahama. Reports to our newsroom were that Wilchcombe was found unresponsive and rushed to the Rand Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Reports say the Minister passed due to heart failure at 64 years old.
PERU
Hernando Guerra García, the first vice president of the Congress of Peru, dies
September 29, 2023
The first vice president of the Congress of Peru, Hernando Guerra García, died on Friday morning at the age of 60 after suffering a medical episode while traveling in the department of Arequipa, in the south of the country. The National Police reported that the Popular Force lawmaker fainted when he was in the Punta de Bombom district, Islay province, and that he was transferred to a hospital in the area, but nothing could be done to save his life.
No cause of death reported.
SURINAME
Vanity Amattaroedji
September 26, 2023
A heartbreaking message: Will you help express condolences for the inconsolable mother Irien Karijo? She also announces on behalf of her family the premature death of her daughter Vanity Amattaroedji from Suriname
No age or cause of death reported.
BOLIVIA
After a worthy fight, Mayra Copas, the former Miss Santa Cruz, lost her battle to cancer
September 29, 2023
The former Miss Santa Cruz in 2013, Mayra Copas [27], died this Friday after battling cancer for several months. The former model leaves three children as orphans. The minors are 8, 7 years old and one year old. In October of last year, Copas was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, after an intestinal surgery, in addition to suffering from lupus. Since then, the former miss had been fighting in an attempt to beat the disease for her three little ones. She had inflation of his entire body, from her feet to his hands. The doctors, at first, could not diagnose the cause of the discomfort. They told her everything from osteoarthritis to something related to the rheumatic, but they did not find the disease that afflicted her. At the age of 17, she was Miss Santa Cruz 2013 and the First Finalist of the Miss Bolivia 2013, then she was Miss Bolivia Top Model of the World 2013, she represented Bolivia at the Miss Top Model of the World 2013 in China, where she placed among the 30 finalists.
BRAZIL
Professional skateboarder Carlos Yellow dies at 38
September 27, 2023
Today is a very difficult and sad day for Brazilian skateboard. Professional skateboarder Carlos Leonardo Yellow has died at the age of 38. Carlos fought bravely and courageously, more than once, against cancer. The skateboarding community is saddened by the departure of one of its greatest warriors. Rest in peace, Yellow!
Edinho Gomes, lead singer of the band Copacabana Som, dies
October 1, 2023
Edinho Gomes, according to the first information, died on the afternoon of this Saturday (30th). Edinho was in a bar watching the game of São Paulo, his team of the heart, and had a sudden illness. Edinho was the lead singer of the band Copacabana Som, where he performed in many dance concerts in Jaboticabal and throughout Brazil.
No age or cause of death reported.
Daughter of former deputy mayor of Fernandópolis dies at 16
October 2, 2023
The 16-year-old teenager Maria Paula Calanca Birolli, daughter of the former deputy mayor of Fernandópolis, Paulo Birolli and the former Secretary of Social Assistance, Mara Birolli, died last Sunday night (1st), victim of a fulminant heart attack. She was on the family farm with her parents when she felt unwell. Maria Paula was rescued by a SAMU ambulance, but did not resist and died in Santa Casa. The Anglo Fernandópolis College, where she studied, released a note of regret: “It is with immense sadness that we say goodbye to our 1st Year High School student Maria Paula Calanca Birolli. Her sweetness and gentleness, which have been with us since childhood, will be greatly missed by all colleagues, teachers and employees of this school who participated in her entire school career. May God comfort the family!”
Bodybuilder dies at age 34 victim of fulminant heart attack
September 26, 2023
The bodybuilder Elidir Pereira, well known in Rio Branco and who was called by friends by the nickname Tubarão ["Shark"], died in the early hours of Tuesday, 26, in the regional capital. At only 34 years old, Shark, according to information from family and friends, died as a result of a fulminant heart attack. Known, mainly, among fans and practitioners of bodybuilding, the death of Shark caused a lot of commotion on social networks.
A doctor “died suddenly”:
Sorrow: cardiovascular surgeon Rogério Toshio Teruya
September 27, 2023
The Regional Council of Medicine of Paraná registers with regret the death of physician Rogério Toshio Teruya, cardiovascular surgeon and clinical director of the Hospital Norte Paranaense (Honpar). He died on Wednesday (27th) at the Evangelical Hospital in Londrina, where he lived. The doctor, 44 years old, reportedly suffered a heart attack. The condolences of the medical class to family and friends.
Two hospital administrators “died suddenly”:
Former director of the Campina Grande District Hospital dies after feeling unwell before going to the gym
October 1, 2023
This Saturday (30th), the former director of the Queimadas District Hospital, Samara Farias Aguiar, died in Campina Grande, moments before starting her exercise routine at a weight training gym. According to information, the victim went to the vicinity of a gym located in Açude Velho, in Campina Grande, with the intention of exercising, but ended up feeling unwell. She received initial assistance, but, unfortunately, did not resist, raising the suspicion of a possible heart attack as the cause of her death.
No age reported.
Hospital Administrative Director Silvio Mocellin (71) dies of heart attack
October 2, 2023
The Administrative Director of the Associação Hospitalar Beneficente De Pinhalzinho, Silvio Mocellin, died in the early hours of Monday (2th). According to reports, Silvio was affected by a heart attack during a trip among friends in Argentina. The body will be transferred to Pinhalzinho, however, there is still no information about the arrival time and ceremony. Silvio was a great enthusiast of the hospital and was coordinating the process of expanding the structure of the entity. He was president from 2008 to 2012. In 2013, he took over the administration of the hospital, a position he held until the present day.
A lawyer “died suddenly”:
Suffered a heart attack', says father of former player who died after football game in Manaus
September 30, 2023
The lawyer and former professional player Germano Radin died after falling ill during a football game, on Saturday afternoon (30th), at Estádio Ismael Benigno, in Manaus. According to the victim's father, Paulo Radin, his son died due to a heart attack. Germano was on the bench when he began to feel bad during a game of The Football League of the Lawyers of Amazonas. Radin was rescued by the ambulance, but did not resist.
No age reported.
Two coaches “died suddenly”:
Marcos Burdin, better known as “the German from Nasa”, dies in Atibaia
September 29, 2023
Atibaia city is in mourning after the loss of one of its most esteemed residents, Marcos Burdin, better known as “the German from Nasa”. This renowned coach and athlete trainer, owner of the highly regarded Nasa Training Academy, passed away suddenly, leaving the sports community and local community in shock. Marcos, a prominent figure in the fitness scene, was known for his tireless dedication to athlete development and for promoting a healthy and active lifestyle. He has earned respect and admiration from both his clients and his colleagues, through his commitment and deep knowledge in the area of physical preparation. Marcos Burdin suffered a heart attack, a sudden and unexpected death that deeply shook everyone who knew him.
No age reported.
Lucas Oliveira, former Atlético coach, dies of heart attack at 43
September 29, 2023
Football coach Lucas Oliveira, who worked in several Goian teams, such as Vila Nova and Atlético, died at the age of 43 from a heart attack. He died on Thursday night (28th). With 20 years of experience, the coach worked in the Goian teams Vila Nova, Goiás, Atlético and Goiânia. Besides them, his last job this year was at the Mineiros.
Two teachers “died suddenly”:
Blumenau teacher dies at 42
October 2, 2023
Professor Ricardo Rautenberg died at the age of 42 this Saturday, 30th. According to information, he had a heart attack. The victim was a native of Blumenau. Ricardo had a degree in biology and currently taught science at Escola Estadual Básica (EEB) Ivo D’Aquino, in Gaspar. The school issued a statement of condolence for the teacher's death.
Teacher and photographer Adleuza Pacheco dies in Teresina
October 2, 2023
After an arduous seven-day battle for life, the teacher and talented photographer Adleuza Pacheco sadly passed away this Friday, 29th. She worked in both the municipal and state school system in Oeiras and left in Teresina after a valiant fight against a hemorrhagic stroke. Adleuza Pacheco was known in Oeiras for her work in education and her passion for photography. Adleuza Pacheco, 53, leaves her partner Maria Helena and an 8-year-old daughter.
Young man found dead in residence in Assisi Chateaubriand
October 2, 2023
Tiago Mertz, 29, was found dead on Saturday morning at his residence, located at the intersection of Rua Paquetá and Avenida São Paulo, in Jardim Progresso. The official cause of death is not yet known, but it is believed that James was the victim of a heart attack. His 9-year-old daughter was the one who found her father's body.
Retired police sergeant dies
October 2, 2023
Sergeant Erasmo of the Military Police of Pernambuco, sadly died on Sunday morning (01th), at the age of 56, victim of a heart attack. The police officer was retired a few years ago and served in the 4th BPM in Caruaru and in the 24th BPM in Santa Cruz do Capibaribe. Sergeant Erasmus is the father of Lieutenant Emerson and private Erasmus Jr.
Fulminant infarction during walk takes the life of businessman and teacher Stoécio Júnior
September 28, 2023
The businessman Stoecio Luiz do Carmo Júnior, 40 years old, died on the afternoon of Wednesday, September 27, at around 17:30 pm, in Teixeira. He was doing his daily walk when he suffered a fulminant heart attack and died. He was also a teacher in the municipality of Cacimbas and Matureia. Estoécio ran, together with his brother and family members, an association in the municipality of Cacimba de Areia where he provided social assistance projects for low-income families. Stoecio's untimely death shook his family, which had always been close-knit. Yesterday afternoon (Wednesday), his brother had made contact with him to discuss activities and new projects. “We are very saddened by the death of my brother. He was a very good person and always active...", reported his younger brother.
A councilman “died suddenly”:
Councilman suffers heart attack in car and dies at 41
September 27, 2023
The councilman of Bataguassu, Jaime Aragão da Silva, popularly known as "Jaime do XV", died after suffering a heart attack in the late afternoon of Wednesday (27th), 313 kilometers from Campo Grande. He was 41 and in his first term. The councilman was on an mission accompanying the mayor, Mauro de Souza. Upon returning to the district, the councilman fainted on BR-267, a stretch between Bataguassu and Nova Porto XV, in which both reside. Jaime was referred to the Municipal Emergency Room of Santa Casa, where he received medical attention, however, after several attempts at resuscitation, death was confirmed.
Three killed in “vaxxidents”:
Truck driver dies after heart attack and smashing into house
October 2, 2023
A trucker died on Monday (2th) after suffering a heart attack and smashing into a house with the vehicle in Fazenda Rio Grande, in greater Curitiba. According to information from the Fazenda Portal, the man, who had no confirmed age, was a resident of Rio Branco do Sul, and had unloaded construction material. The victim reportedly reported at lunchtime that he was not very well. After he left with the truck, he suffered a heart attack and ended up invading and smashing the wall of the residence. The residents took the truck driver, seriously injured, to the UPA of Fazenda Rio Grande. He died in the health unit.
No age reported.
Driver gets sick, hits two cars, hits home and dies, in João Pessoa
September 30, 2023
A man fell ill while driving, this Saturday (30th), in João Pessoa. He ended up hitting two cars and hitting the gate of a house. According to ClickPB, he was rescued, but did not resist and died minutes later. According to the information, he was trying to park the vehicle when he had the first symptoms of the probable heart attack. After that, he lost control of the car, crashed into two other vehicles and ended up breaking into a neighboring house. Assis, as the victim was identified, was still helped by neighbors and showed improvement in health. However, minutes later, he had a cardiac arrest and died.
No age reported.
Investigation of multi-vehicle crash; security guard died in hospital
September 25, 2023
The Civil Police will investigate the collision, which involved at least six vehicles and left four injured late on Friday afternoon (22th) in Curitiba. One of the victims ended up dying on Saturday night (23th). Security cameras recorded the moment of the accident and, according to the images, it is possible to see that the driver of a BMW comes with full speed hitting the vehicles and causing the crash. According to Lieutenant Vieira of the Fire Department, of the four victims, three had serious injuries. Security guard Ademar De Sá, 55, was in the first car hit by the BMW. He couldn't resist, and later died. At the scene, there was a suspicion that the BMW driver had suffered a sudden illness.
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Go in peace dear, Ana Paula Mello
October 2, 2023
Go in peace dear, Ana Paula Mello. So young to pass away from a heart attack, very sad.
No age reported.
Rami Nuñez dies
October 1, 2023
At the age of 33, the businessman and rural producer Rami Nuñez died this Saturday (30th). According to unofficial information, Nuñez suffered a fulminant infarction. He was a partner-owner of the Hangar 73 restaurant and the Alvorada do Inhatium Resort, in addition to signing the traditional column "as Dez Mais", in the newspaper o Fato, which circulates fortnightly in São Gabriel. Rami leaves behind parents Jorge and Beth, siblings Taiana and Taue, wife Mariana and daughter Nina. To the family, our feelings.
A body was found this Sunday
October 2, 2023
A body was found this Sunday in a thicket in the rural area of Mission Velha in the Cariri region. Around 10 a.m. the body of 34-year-old driver Jailson Vieira de Melo lay near a river next to his rifle and hunting gear. He resided in Juazeiro, but has family members who live in the locality where he was found dead. The discovery was near the entrance to the Tronchas site in Mission Vieja. According to information he had left on Saturday night to hunt and did not return. The relatives started looking for Jailson and ended up finding him lifeless. Allegedly, he suffered a sudden illness and died.
No cause of death reported.
CHILE
Man got into a taxi and died instantly after suffering sudden illness
September 26, 2023
During the afternoon, at the intersection of Manuel Rodríguez Avenue and Rancagua Street, the police received information from a 64-year-old man who was a passenger in a collective taxi and who began to feel ill. People who were in the area immediately called Samu personnel, who tried to help him, getting him out of the vehicle and performing resuscitation maneuvers, but he ended up dying on the public road as a result of cardiorespiratory arrest.
In memory of those who “died suddenly” in Mexico, Honduras, Dominican Republic, Bahamas, Peru, Suriname, Bolivia, Brazil and Chile, September 25-October 2, 2023
Mark and your team, you are doing a great work for humanity.
God Bless.
I am here in The Bahamas. The first week of January this year we had an 18 year old female collapse and die on the basketball court. This past Saturday September 30th, a high school male (12th grade) collapsed and died on the basketball court. On Sunday October 1st, a 17 year old male died