In memory of those who 'died suddenly,' in India, China, Japan, Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand, August 29-September 5
Nintendo game designer Mitsuhiro Yoshida; Australian cybersecurity expert Peter Eckersley; two men in India, and one in Indonesia, died dancing, while two Indian youths died playing cricket; & more
INDIA
The father of a woman killed by side effects of Covishield vaccine is suing Bill Gates for funding its development and distribution:
Covishield vax death case: Bombay HC issues notices to Centre, Bill Gates, SII
September 3, 2022
The Bombay High Court has issued notices to the Serum Institute of India (SII), Pune, Microsoft founder Bill Gates and the Centre in a case filed by an Aurangabad man alleging that his medico daughter died due to the side-effects of the Covishield vaccine and sought Rs 1,000-crore as compensation [$6.7 million USD]. The petitioner is Dilip Lunawat, who has contended that his daughter Snehal Lunawat, 33, who was also a Senior Lecturer at the SMBT Dental College & Hospital in Nashik, was compelled to take the vaccine along with all other healthworkers there. Dilip Lunawat said that his daughter was assured that the vaccines were completely safe and posed no risks/threats to her body, and attached his daughter vaccine certificate (January 28, 2021), and how she died on March 1, 2021, due to the alleged side-effects of the Covishield vaccine. A few days later, she suffered severe headaches and vomiting and was rushed to a hospital where doctors detected bleeding in her brain and she later succumbed owing to the purported side-effects of the vaccine, as per Lunawat's plea.
He also cited the views and interviews of experts like the Drug Controller-General of India, Dr. V.G. Somani, and AIIMS Director Dr. Randeep Guleria, making them respondents along with the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, and how the incident figured in the Centre's own Adverse Events Following Immunisation Report of October 2, 2021. In his petition filed in February 2022, Dilip Lunawat said that in 2020, the SII, Pune entered into a partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to speed up the process of manufacture and delivery of up to 100 million doses of Covishield vaccines in India and for other third world countries. "The petitioner lost his elder daughter. His loss can neither be explained in words nor can be compensated in terms of money. Only some sort of succour can be done by awarding compensation," said the plea, seeking Rs 1,000-crore [$6.7 million USD] as interim compensation to the family. Dilip Lunawat also sought a declaration that the state authorities are responsible for causing his daughter's death "by false narratives", the authorities should initiate steps to stop further deaths of citizens and publish the side-effects of the vaccines. The plea urged that the state authorities should be given the liberty to recover the compensation amount from SII, which manufactured the Covishield vaccine.
https://www.daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay?newsID=996149
Two men “died suddenly” dancing:
2 middle-aged men die of heart attack in separate incidents
September 4, 2022
In separate incidents, two middle-aged men died on stage in the middle of their performances. Both suffered cardiac arrest and died on the spot. It took a few minutes for the people around to understand what had happened. In the first instance, 48-year-old Prabhat Kumar, who was working as a technical assistant at Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), died while dancing on the DJ floor during a late-night party in Bareilly. The video of the incident has gone viral on social media Prabhat was attending a friend's birthday party in a hotel and was dancing to a popular Hindi song when he collapsed and his head hit the floor. He was immediately given CPR by a doctor present at the party but he was non-responsive to the treatment. Prabhat was then rushed to a private hospital where he was declared dead. Doctors said that he suffered a severe heart attack.
In the second incident in Mainpuri, a young man called Ravi Sharma was playing the role of Hanuman in a play performed on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi. He was seen dancing on the stage during his act when he suddenly slumped on the ground and became motionless. Initially, the audience presumed that this was part of the act but when he did not move, they picked him up and rushed him to the hospital where he was declared brought dead. A senior heart specialist in Lucknow said: "Cases of middle-aged men succumbing to heart attack is getting increasingly common. This mainly happens because people do not opt for regular medical check-ups in this age group and believe that they are healthy enough to undertake strenuous activities."
https://www.daijiworld.com/news/newsDisplay?newsID=996284
Videos of their collapse:
Two young people "died suddenly" playing cricket:
Pulwama youth dies of suspected heart attack while playing cricket in Anantnag
September 2, 2022
A 22-year-old youth from Naina village of Pulwama district died of a heart attack while playing cricket in Bijbehara ara of neighbouring Anantnag district on Friday. nNews agency KNO quoted one of deceased Imtiyaz Ahmad Khan’s friends that Khan collapsed on ground during the match proceedings after he bowled two overs. Khan also vomited after the collapse and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment where he was declared dead on arrival, his friend said.
A similar incident was reported from Khansahib area of Budgam on July 27 this year wherein a youth from Chadoora area collapsed on ground and died of a suspected heart attack.
CHINA
19-second video: Chinese man suddenly collapses at restaurant
JAPAN
River City Ransom Director Has Died
September 3, 2022
River City Ransom holds a special place in the memories of many gamers from the era of the Nintendo Entertainment System. It delivered a sharp beat 'em up experience, layered it into an explorable world, and added RPG elements and new features like code-based saving. River City Ransom was directed by Mitsuhiro Yoshida, a name that had a bright moment in the late 80s and early 90s and has since returned to gaming as the head of Miracle Kidz. Unfortunately, it's now confirmed that Yoshida, River City Ransom's creator, has suddenly passed away.
The passing of Mitsuhiro Yoshida was confirmed via the Miracle Kidz Twitter account. In a post signed from the entire development team of Miracle Kidz, the work of which is driven by the River City Ransom Kunio-kun series, Yoshida's death was said to have happened suddenly on August 30. No further details were provided about the situation. The team also thanked their followers for their "passionate support" and noted that messages will be passed on and shared with members of the Miracle Kidz staff and Yoshida's family.
No age reported.
INDONESIA
“Died suddenly” in a village carnival:
The tragedy of the death of Augustan Carnival participant, died suddenly – Dizzy
August 30, 2022
In Tulunggung, a carnival participant suddenly collapsed and died while dancing. Tulunggung Police Public Relations Chief, Eptu Mohd Anshori said the incident took place at 12.45 WIB, Legen Hamlet, Nyawangan Village, Sendang, Tulunggung. The victim is a local villager NP (32). “Initially, the victim took part in a carnival parade in the village disguised as Indian tribals. The victim and her companions went after the sound system,” Anshori said.
The victim suddenly fainted while dancing. Several friends of the victims immediately stepped in to help. “The victim fell in front of SDN 1 Nyavangan. She was then taken to the house of the Nyavangan village headman, shortly thereafter the victim died,” he said. “There are no signs of physical violence or criminal acts. This victim died of the disease, the information being a heart attack,” Anshori said. In this case, the internal examination or autopsy of the NP’s body was not performed. The family claimed to have accepted the death of NP. Anshori said, “Because there were no signs of violence and the family did not want an autopsy. So after investigation, we handed over the victim’s body to the family for burial.”
AUSTRALIA
Peter Eckersley, co-creator of Let’s Encrypt, dies at just 43
September 4, 2022
You might not have heard of Peter Eckersley, PhD, but it’s very likely that you’ve relied on a cybersecurity innovation that he not only helped to found, but also to build and establish across the globe. As one of Peter’s former colleagues, Seth Schoen, wrote earlier today on the Let’s Encrypt community forum: "I’m devastated to report that Peter Eckersley […], one of the original founders of Let’s Encrypt, died earlier this evening [2022-09-02] at CPMC Davies Hospital in San Francisco. Peter was the leader of EFF’s contributions to Let’s Encrypt and ACME over the course of several years during which these technologies turned from a wild idea into an important part of Internet infrastructure. […] You can find a very abbreviated version of this history in the Let’s Encrypt paper, to which Peter and I both contributed. Peter had apparently revealed recently that he had been diagnosed with cancer – he turned just 43 shortly before midsummer’s day this year (or perhaps, given that he was originally from Melbourne in Australia, we should say midwinter’s day)."
Coolum Beach clubbie Lindsay Alan Crofton mourned after sudden death
September 5, 2022
The heartbroken wife of a Coolum Beach clubbie and former paramedic says her beloved husband “lived for the beach” where he sadly lost his life on Father’s Day, despite the best efforts of lifeguards. Coolum Beach man Lindsay Alan Crofton, 63, was swimming at the main beach along David Low Way about 9.30 am on Sunday September 4, 2022 when he was pulled from the surf by his mates. Lifeguards worked on Mr Crofton for more than 45 minutes while shocked onlookers at Coolum Beach watched on hoping they could save the popular clubbie’s life. A Queensland Police spokesman said he sadly died at the scene.
His wife Katie Crofton said his family and mates were shocked to lose the beloved 63-year-old as he was considered to be “so fit. He should’ve outlasted everyone.”
Close friend and Coolum Beach Surf Life Saving Supporters Club president Ernie Burrows said those at the club were shocked following Mr Crofton’s sudden death. “Lindsay would try and swim pretty much every morning and go to the gym three days of the week and work out, it’s just a total shock,” Mr Burrows said. “He’s never had any issues as far as I know, he’s been always reasonably good.”
Bikie who bashed a sex offender in prison and posted a video of the assault online dies suddenly at the age of just 29
August 30, 2022
A Rebels bikie who was filmed bashing a sex offender in prison and uploaded the video online has suddenly died. Bradley Daniele, 29, is understood to have suffered a heart attack and died in Royal Adelaide Hospital on Sunday morning after being rushed to the facility the previous night. The bikie had briefly appeared in the news for minor crimes but gained notoriety after the then 26-year-old bashed Hamzeh Bahrami, 33, in the Adelaide City Watchhouse in 2019.
A doctor “died suddenly” while hiking:
Dr Ashish Khanna
August 27, 2022
It is with a heavy heart that we have to announce the passing of one of our previous doctors. Dr Ashish Khanna passed away suddenly while out hiking on the outskirts of Perth WA. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Age not reported.
NEW ZEALAND
Tributes flow for Auckland Council ICT leader Mark Denvir
September 2, 2022
Mark Denvir, the well liked and respected director of ICT at Auckland Council, has sadly died suddenly after returning from a much anticipated overseas holiday. Council director of group services Richard Jarrett, to whom Denvir reported, said the council whānau was reeling from the loss and in shock at Denvir's untimely passing. Denvir joined Auckland Council in May 2013 as enterprise services manager before becoming acting head of information services in November 2015 and director ICT in mid-2017.
He had been recognised in the ICT sector on many occasions and represented Auckland Council and championed local government as an Association of Local Government Information Management (ALGIM) board member, Jarrett told Reseller News.
“But more than just an impressive CV, what separated Mark from many other leaders was the way he went about his life, his work, and his relationships," he said. “He was a man people loved to be around, a kind soul who gave so much in so many ways and who will be remembered for touching many hearts and influencing attitudes and perspectives for the better. We will continue to see Mark’s legacy for many years to come – in the projects he has lead, the new pathways he has forged for the council and in the work of the many people he has influenced, taught and mentored in his time with us.”
No age or cause of death reported.
https://www.reseller.co.nz/article/701167/tributes-flow-auckland-council-ict-leader-mark-denvir/
Christine Beth Baker
September 7, 2022
Newmarket, Auckland - Passed away suddenly on 2 September 2022, in Auckland. Much loved mother of Virginia, Georgina, and Alexandra. Loved mother-in-law of Ben and Will, and grandmother to Harry, Tom, Hugo, Grace, Max, Artie, and Tilly.
No age or cause of death reported.
https://www.legacy.com/nz/obituaries/nzherald-nz/name/christine-baker-obituary?pid=202729404
Dechard Gardner Hazen, 71
September 7. 2022
Kerikeri - Hazen, Dechard Gardner (Deck). Died suddenly August 25, 2022 in Kerikeri. Beloved husband of Marion. A witty rascal.
No cause of death reported.
https://www.legacy.com/nz/obituaries/nzherald-nz/name/dechard-hazen-obituary?pid=202729389
Kevin Whitney, 58
September 7, 2022
Died suddenly on August 31, 2022, in Rotorua, doing what he loved, aged 58 years. Loved husband of Andrea, cheeky dad of Joshua, and Alexandra, brother of Anne, and Mark, loved brother-in-law of the Armstrong clan, and loved uncle to his nieces and nephews.
No cause of death reported.
https://www.legacy.com/nz/obituaries/the-press-nz/name/kevin-whitney-obituary?pid=202731082
Garry Frederick Roy Francis, 74
September 5, 2022
Whangarei - Unexpectedly passed away on Thursday 1 September 2022 aged 74 years. Beloved husband of Lesley. Much loved father of Toby, Paula, daughter in law Justine, and brother of Correne, grandad of Anna and Ben. A special thanks to the Whangarei Heads First Response Team and the ED Department at Whangarei Base Hospital for their efforts and care.
No cause of death reported.
https://www.legacy.com/nz/obituaries/nzherald-nz/name/garry-francis-obituary?pid=202723805
Reported on August 28:
Craig Roland Merz
August 28, 2022
Albany - Passed away 28th August 2022 unexpectedly, but peacefully in his sleep. Gone far too soon and will be missed by far too many. RIP Craig. Pity you can't abseil [rappel] out of this one.
No age or cause of death reported.
https://notices.nzherald.co.nz/nz/obituaries/nzherald-nz/name/craig-merz-obituary?pid=202686831
This caught my eye regarding “excuses” for sudden death of two middle aged men: “… people do not opt for regular medical check-ups in this age group and believe that they are healthy enough to undertake strenuous activities." Well, well, well, if you don’t go for regular checkups but you are healthy and exercise, you just might drop dead of a sudden illness. Oh my…what next? People that chose to eat healthy foods, take health supplements, go outside for regular exercise, just might drop dead, suddenly. Insane the excuses we are given.