Mum’s Heartfelt Tribute as 14-Year-Old Boy Dies After Being Found Unconscious
A devastated mother honors her son, who tragically passed away at just 14 after being found unconscious in his bed
Ben Horton, Edgeley, Stockport, Manchester Royal Children’s Hospital, GoFundMe
Edgeley: It’s just heartbreaking. A mum is mourning her beautiful 14-year-old son, Ben Horton, who tragically passed away. He was found unconscious in his bed, and it’s just so sad.
On January 9, his mum, Zoe Thompson, discovered him with blue lips and fingertips. They rushed him to the hospital, but despite being on life support for two days, he didn’t make it. They had to turn off the machines on January 11.
Zoe shared her grief, calling him her angel and saying he was the best son she could have asked for. She’s asking the community to come together to give him a proper send-off.
She wrote on a GoFundMe page, “I never thought I’d be writing this.” She described the moment she found him and how she had to perform CPR on her own son. Can you imagine? It’s every parent’s nightmare.
Doctors said Ben had a 50/50 chance, but he just didn’t respond. Zoe is heartbroken and will always cherish his last words. She’s urging everyone to remember him and to help honor his memory.
Tributes are pouring in on social media, with people sharing their memories of Ben. One person recalled how he lit up the stage at a school event. It’s clear he touched many lives.
Everyone is sending love and support to Zoe and the family during this devastating time. If you want to help, you can donate to the GoFundMe page.