A medical examiner’s report has revealed that an 8-year-old girl from Missouri, who tragically passed away on a flight to Chicago in June, was battling multiple illnesses at the time of her death. Sydney Weston’s life was cut short on June 13 due to complications arising from chronic primary adrenalitis and several infections, including enterovirus and strep, as per the report by Peoria County Coroner Jamie Harwood.
In addition to these conditions, Weston was also dealing with duodenitis, an inflammation of the small intestines, and thyroiditis, an inflammation of the thyroid gland. These numerous health issues led Harwood to suggest that Weston might have been suffering from an autoimmune disorder, a condition where the body mistakenly attacks its own healthy cells, thereby affecting organ function.
Weston’s untimely death occurred while she was en route with her parents from Joplin, Missouri, to a vacation in Chicago. The young girl became unresponsive during the flight, which was subsequently diverted to Peoria, Illinois, for an emergency landing. Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, Weston could not be saved.
A preliminary autopsy had been conducted earlier, the results of which were inconclusive. However, it was established that there were no signs of abuse, neglect, or foul play on Weston’s body.
The young girl was just a week shy of her ninth birthday when she passed away. Her obituary described her as a source of joy for everyone she met. “She will forever be remembered for the happiness she brought to every single person she encountered. Our hearts are heavy. She was our baby girl and we celebrate her beautiful life,” it read.