In memory of those who “died suddenly” in Mexico, Dominican Republic, Bahamas, Colombia, Ecuador, Suriname, Brazil and Argentina, July 17-July 24, 2023
Mexican boxer Juan “Kid” Meza; DR music producer "K Lo K" Santana; Colombian journo Olga Lucía Martínez; Ecuadoran actor Lucho Aguirre Ford; Brazilian trade unionist Junior Matos; & more
MEXICO
Juan “Kid” Meza has passed away at 66
July 21, 2023
“Kid” Meza, who passed away this Thursday at 66 years old, was the first world boxing champion from that the municipality of Mexicali, in the state of Baja California, Mexico. Born on March 18, 1956 in Mexicali, he became the World Boxing Council super bantamweight champion by snatching the crown from Jaime Garza on November 3, 1984 at the Midtown Neighborhood Center in Kingston, New York, knocking him out in one round and snatching his undefeated 40-0 record.
No cause of death reported.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
Dominican Producer Néstor Alexander ‘K Lo K’ Santana Dies at 36
July 19, 2023
El movimiento is mourning a major loss. Today (July 19), Puerto Rican star Farruko revealed that his friend and close collaborator K Lo K No Me De Cotorra has died. Néstor Alexander Santana, known by his artistic name K Lo K, started his music career in his native country of the Dominican Republic. After working as a DJ at a local radio station, he started his career as a producer at 17 years old. Throughout his career, K Lo K worked with artists from around the world, including American rappers Birdman, Juvenile, and CJ. He also collaborated with acts like Myke Towers, Lary Over, Milly, Nio García, Amenazzy, Jay Wheeler, and Kevvo.
No cause of death reported.
BAHAMAS
Church leader Rev Lloyd Smith dies suddenly
July 22, 2023
Nassau - President of the Bahamas National Baptist Missionary and Educational Convention Reverend Lloyd Smith has died. Smith, who was the pastor of Mount Horeb Baptist Church, was at the place of worship today when he collapsed. Worried parishioners called an ambulance and emergency medical services personnel rushed him to hospital. However, he died a short time later. Smith, who was installed as the convention’s president in 2018, is well known as the owner of construction firm Holiday Industrial Builders. May he rest in peace.
No age or cause of death reported.
COLOMBIA
Mourning in Colombian journalism
July 21, 2023
There is mourning in Colombian journalism for the fateful death of Olga Lucía Martínez, a well-known communicator of the newspaper El Tiempo, who died this Thursday, July 20 in Cali. The newspaper published a special in which it dedicated some emotional words to her and regretted her death, because she was a woman very dedicated to her work and who always had the value of service as her greatest virtue. She was 56 years old and was about to retire, something that had her very excited. Recently, she suffered lung problems and had to be admitted to an Intensive Care Unit, where she died.
ECUADOR
The actor Lucho Aguirre Ford passed away today, at the age of 64, in Guayaquil
July 21, 2023
Guayaquil theater and television actor Luis Aguirre Ford passed away today, July 21, after struggling for a long time with myelodysplasia, a syndrome that forced him to receive recurrent blood transfusions. Ecuavisa confirmed the fact through its social networks, as well as the artist's friends and colleagues. Aguirre was 64 years old.
Patricio Díaz Guevara, the 'Football Tenor', dies in Quito
July 19, 2023
On the morning of this Wednesday, July 19, 2023, the unfortunate news about the death of the sports journalist, Patricio Díaz Guevara, the 'Football Tenor', came out in Quito.
At the moment, the cause of the death of the football commentator and rapporteur with a long career has not been revealed, but it would have been something sudden. Radio Redonda, where the journalist worked, suspended its programming at the time that Patricio's program was to be broadcast along with his partner Juan Carlos Rosario. In fact, his last broadcast was in that media last Tuesday, when he reported a Copa Sudamericana match between Estudiantes de la Plata and Barcelona. Patricio Díaz Guevara (68), periodista deportivo ecuatoriano (n.1955).
No cause of death reported.
SURINAME
Mavis Mahboeb, 40
July 19, 2023
Mavis Mahboeb passed away. She was only allowed to be 40 years young. We from FamilieNieuws wish everyone, especially the Mahboeb & Gangaram Panday families, a lot of strength with the early loss.
No cause of death reported.
Our brada Mladen Hasselbaink passed away in Suriname
July 18, 2023
Our brada Mladen Hasselbaink passed away in Suriname. View the photos of our Mladen Hasselbaink who passed away in Suriname. Pass it on to family in the Netherlands and Suriname. He was only 46.
No cause of death reported.
Our valued colleague Sandra Gopalrai passed away in Suriname
July 18, 2023
Sandra Gopalrai passed away in Suriname. She used to work at the EBS. And could only be 40 years old. We at FamilieNieuws wish her colleagues, friends and relatives a lot of strength with the loss that was much too early.
No cause of death reported.
Omar Wijngaarde, 38
July 18, 2023
What a sadness: Deeply saddened, Sjenelva announces the far too early death of her nephew Omar Wijngaarde. He was only 38 years old.
No cause of death reported.
Aniel Rambaran, 50
July 18, 2023
It's done. Farewell to Aniel Rambaran was far too soon. Heartbreaking this. He was only allowed to be 50 years old.
No cause of death reported.
BRAZIL
A human rights activist and trade unionist “died suddenly”:
Dies, in Crato, teacher and trade unionist Junior Matos
July 17, 2023
The broadcaster, teacher and trade unionist, Junior Matos died on the morning of Monday, 17th, in Crato. Known for championing social struggles on behalf of the underprivileged, he built a legacy of dedication to social solidarity. The cause of death was fulminant infarction. Junior was in his residence, in the Mirandão neighborhood, when he was affected by sudden illness. The news caused a commotion in the trade union milieu of the Cariri region, in which Júnior was recognized for his bravery and respect for workers of various categories.
No age reported.
A lawyer “died suddenly”:
The young Naiara Santos Souza died
July 17, 2023
The young counselor Naiara Santos Souza, died on Monday (17/7), after being ill in her own residence, in Capim Grosso. There is still no definitive information on the cause of death, but it is suspected that Naiara, who was a native of the Peixe community, suffered a fulminant infarction. The news of the counselor's early passing left family, friends and co-workers distraught. Naiara, who was married and leaves a daughter, had just taken office in the guardianship council of the city, where she would work in defense of the rights of children and adolescents.
No age reported.
A cameraman “died suddenly”:
Reported on July 12:
Cameraman suffers heart attack and dies inside UERN
July 12, 2023
The cameraman Zenóbio Oliveira, of 59 years, died this morning (12th). He had arrived to work at the State University of Rio Grande do Norte (UERN) and suffered a heart attack on the premises. In a statement, the organization regretted what had happened. Zenóbio de Oliveira, affectionately known as Zé das Aguilhas, was a simple man from the interior, who dedicated his life to telling stories through communication.
A doctor “died suddenly”:
A 28-year-old doctor died on Saturday in Votuporanga
July 22, 2023
A 28-year-old doctor died on Saturday morning, the 22nd, in Votuporanga and the cause is still being determined by the competent authorities. According to information gathered by us, the young doctor received care from the SAMU team (Mobile Emergency Care Service) in his apartment, but arrived at the Santa Casa de Votuporanga lifeless. The doctor was in his apartment, and another young man triggered the SAMU, which quickly moved to the scene. The medical team of the USA (Advanced Support Unit) still tried to do the cardiac resuscitation procedures, the doctor regained consciousness, being rushed to the hospital, but despite the efforts, the death of the young professional was found. It is not yet known whether the doctor died as a result of a heart attack or another cause that will be pointed out after necroscopic examinations.
Nursing technician Wevelei Martins Rocha dies after suffering cardiac arrest
July 21, 2023
The Coren-TO expresses all regret and dismay at the death of nursing technician Wevelei Martins Rocha, on Thursday, 20th, after suffering a cardiac arrest. The professional was 30 years old and worked in the North Emergency Care Unit (UPA Norte) and in the surgical center of the IOP Hospital. Coren-TO sympathizes with family, friends and colleagues in this moment of pain.
Nurse dies of stroke in Ponta Grossa hospital
July 17, 2023
Ana Lígia Koch Leite, 45, was the victim of a stroke while receiving care at the Santa Casa de Misericórdia Hospital in Ponta Grossa. Ana currently works in São José dos Pinhais and lived in Curitiba. On social media, relatives mourned the death of the nurse. "My condolences to family and friends, and May God support and comfort all hearts wounded by the pain of mourning,” laments one of the publications on social networks.
Pregnant woman dies after suffering cardiac arrest
July 21, 2023
In the early hours of Friday (21st), a woman identified as Renata Pereira, 26 years old, 3 months pregnant, died after suffering a cardiac arrest. According to information, the woman would have recently undergone hemorrhoid surgery, and this may have been what generated a sudden illness and led to the situation. SAMU tried resuscitation, but unfortunately it could not be reversed and death was confirmed.
Amateur athlete dies in Arroio do Padre after suffering sudden illness
July 17, 2023
The sport of the South Zone is in mourning. This Sunday (16th), the athlete Michel Saraiva, 32 years old, suffered a sudden illness during a game between Cultivada and Olaria, for the Copa Festival de Clubs, in Arroio do Padre. He received medical attention, but ended up not resisting.
No cause of death reported.
Man found dead inside rented bus in Regente Feijó
July 17, 2023
A 41-year-old man was found dead inside a rented bus on Sunday morning (16th), in Regente Feijó (SP). According to information from the Civil Police, the bus was rented by a construction company and was heading from São Carlos (SP) to Antônio João (MS). At one point, the vehicle made a stop at a fuel station in the center of Regente Feijó. The passengers got off, but one of them stayed behind. Noticing the disappearance of the man, the colleagues returned to the bus to find out what had happened and, when they went to call him, they realized that he was cold and with a rigid body. The Military Police and the Fire Department were called and confirmed the death at the scene. The main suspicion of the authorities is that the victim suffered a sudden illness and died, since he apparently showed no signs of violence or injuries.
No cause of death reported.
A businessman “died suddenly”:
Mauro Leonel de Oliveira, from Simbal group, dies at 61
July 17, 2023
The Managing Partner of Darom Móveis Simbal group, businessman Mauro Leonel de Oliveira, died at dawn this Sunday (16th), in Arapongas, north of Paraná, at 61 years old. He was battling pancreatic cancer and eventually suffered a heart attack. The businessman leaves his wife, two children and grandchildren. On social media, friends and family mourned Mauro's death. “It is with regret that I announce the passing of a great friend, football partner and a good boss, Mauro Leonel de Oliveira. Mauran, rest in peace!" says one of the posts.
Reported on July 16:
Pablo Miguel (8) dies
July 16, 2023
We at Wilson School are in mourning for our student Pablo Miguel, there are no words that help to accept and better understand this moment. We ask God to grant some comfort and relief to his parents, siblings, all family and friends and to welcome our little angel back to the kingdom of heaven.
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Note: The comments below the article inform that Miguel died of a clot in the brain.
Reported on July 15:
Nilza de Moraes dies at the age of 62
July 15, 2023
The retired Nilza Sebastiana de Moraes Silva died this Saturday (15th), at 62 years. She suffered a heart attack. Nilza worked for many years in the general investigations police station (DIG) integrating the team of delegate Paulo Sérgio Martins. She also worked in the identification Institute of the state government, serving the population who wished to get an identity card. Agent Xororó, from the Civil Police, said he worked with Nilza in the team of delegate Paulo Sérgio and remembers that she was an extraordinary person, good, who liked to serve the public.
A firefighter “died suddenly”:
Reported on July 14:
Fire Department Lieutenant Colonel dies after suffering sudden illness during soccer match
July 14, 2023
The Lieutenant Colonel of the military Fire Department of Maranhão, Marco Aurélio De Jesus Pio, 40, died after suffering a sudden illness on Wednesday night (12th), during a football match at the Fecurão Stadium, in São Luís. According to witnesses, after playing the first half of the game, the victim felt unwell and fell near the bench. An ambulance from the Mobile Emergency Care Service (SAMU) was activated and sent the lieutenant colonel to the Araçagi Emergency Care Unit, but he did not resist and died.
No cause of death reported.
Man found dead at property at Linha Bernardino
July 14, 2023
A man was found dead on Friday morning (14th) in a rural property in the town of Linha Bernardino. Claudiomiro Westphalen, 44, was found slumped in the bathroom of the house by a neighbor. The Mobile Emergency Service (Samu) went to the scene and found that the man was already dead. The military brigade and the Civil Police went to the scene and found no signs of violence on the victim's body or in the house that could characterize a homicide or robbery, and it was found that Westphalen died naturally. The main suspicion is that the victim did not resist a sudden illness, which was confirmed late in the afternoon of Friday (14th) by a family member, who reported that the man was the victim of a heart attack.
Two killed in “vaxxidents”:
Reported on July 12:
Man has sudden illness, hits back of truck, and dies
July 12, 2023
José Carlos Subrim, 45, died after having a sudden illness while driving on Tuesday morning (11th), in Ipiranga do Norte (530 km north of Cuiabá). The victim crashed into the back of the truck. According to our information, the Military Police was called around 10 am to attend a traffic accident on avenida Rio Branco. Upon arrival at the scene, it was found that the victim had a sudden driving accident, the vehicle ended up hitting the rear of a semi-trailer truck. José Carlos had his death confirmed by doctors from the Mobile Emergency Care Service (Samu).
No cause of death reported.
Police investigate death of truck driver loaded with sugarcane in Mendonça
July 12, 2023
The Civil Police of Mendonça (SP), investigates the death of a driver, 38 years old, at dawn last Saturday, (08/07/2023), during an accident with a truck loaded with sugar cane. According to information from the police report, the driver, Ronaldo dos Santos, was alone in the vehicle, where he would unload at the plant, around 3 am, when he hit the truck on a metal protection bar on the road and then fell on a bank. In the accident, he ended up getting stuck to the machine and unfortunately died on the spot. There is suspicion that he suffered a sudden illness, however, the case is being investigated. At the scene there were no signs of involvement of other vehicles, as well as no witnesses.
No cause of death reported.
Vinicios Nocelli, 29
July 12, 2023
It is with great regret that we announce the death of the owner of açaí do Tuba, Vinicios Nocelli (1994-2023). Today we say goodbye to a great friend and boss. We weren't prepared for that loss. A young man full of plans ahead. 🖤 "Everything has its appointed time and there is time for every purpose under heaven."Ec : 31. Rest in peace 🖤
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Note: The comments below the article inform that Nocelli died of a heart attack.
ARGENTINA
Two footballers “died suddenly”:
A man died after a football match
July 22, 2023
A football player from the Veterans League lost his life this Saturday after playing in a football match. He presented a state of general malaise; the victim is identified as Ubaldo Rojas. He belonged to the Super Master category who was playing a match on the court of the Medical Club. While Rojas was with his teammates, he suffered an apparently massive heart attack.
No age reported.
Tragic football match in Resistencia: a 56-year-old man died after a cardiorespiratory arrest
July 18, 2023
Last night, after 21.40 hours, a football match that was taking place at the "Bertaca court" in the city of Resistencia, was paralyzed in the midst of confusion after a 56-year-old man who was playing, blacked out. The situation was adding tension on the synthetic football field when they saw that they could not revive the man. An ambulance from a private sanatorium and another from the Perrando Hospital approached the facilities to perform the resuscitation maneuvers, without success.
A high school student “died suddenly”:
José died in the middle of a class in Laboulaye
July 12, 2023
José Luis Sosa was 18 years old when he blacked out and died in the middle of a class. The young man was a senior at the Ipetym 257 René Favaloro school, in the Cordoba town of Laboulaye. The death is under investigation and his parents suspect that the authorities did not act with the proper haste the case required. José was in the middle of an exam and was about to deliver the sheet when he collapsed to the ground, according to the young man's classmates. Although the young man was transferred to the Ramón Cárcano regional hospital, the doctors could do nothing to reverse the fatal outcome.
No cause of death reported.
A 68-year-old Argentine tourist drowned on the beach of Cala Galdana
July 21, 2023
A 68-year-old woman of Argentine nationality died this afternoon while bathing on the beach of Cala Galdana [Spain]. The woman reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest that would have caused her to drown, although it will be the autopsy that will be performed by the forensic of the Institute of Legal Medicine of Menorca that will determine the cause of the death. Her body, already lifeless, was found by another user of the beach on one side of it. The lifeguards of the cove, in the first instance, performed the cardiopulmonary resuscitation maneuvers and shortly after the health technicians and the doctor of the 061 ambulance came to the cove. Despite the efforts, it has not been possible for her to recover her vital signs.