A 29-year-old pregnant teacher sadly passed away after collapsing in her classroom, only a month from giving birth to her first baby.
Last Friday, Courtney Fannon, an educator with special needs at Kendal Central School in upstate New York, was finishing up her day.
Kendal Central School Teacher Courtney Fannon's Death
The Kendal community has been shocked by the tragic loss of Courtney Fannon and her unborn daughter, Hadley Jaye Fannon. The news has left everyone heartbroken. The tragic incident came to light when Courtney's husband, Kurtis Fannon, received a disturbing text message from her. He quickly found her unconscious in a school building, according to a family friend, Matt Smith.
Multiple attempts were made to save both Courtney and her unborn baby girl as they were rapidly transported to the hospital. However, despite all efforts to save their lives, they were declared dead by 6:30 p.m. on the tragic evening of March 8.
The cause of their unexpected deaths is still unidentified, leaving loved ones and the community in a state of shock and sadness. Superintendent Nicholas Picardo of Kendal Central School, where Courtney had been a committed special education teacher since 2018, shared the heartbreaking news with students and faculty in a message.
Courtney's impact on the school community was essential, according to Picardo, who saluted her as a dedicated teacher who approached her work with unwavering enthusiasm and happiness. Whether in the classroom or walking through the school, her kind smile and approachable outdoors made a lasting impression on everyone she encountered.
The Kendal public school system has been affected by the loss, which is the reason all schools were closed on Monday. The next day, counselors were on hand to help staff members and students who were still processing what had happened.
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GoFundMe for Courtney Fannon's Family
Following this tragic loss, the Fannon family has received support from friends and the community. On their behalf, Matt Smith made a GoFundMe page, emphasizing Courtney's selfless and devoted personality that put her students first at all times.
Smith offered an emotional respect to Hadley Jaye Fannon, lamenting the life that was never meant to be. His sincere feedback rings true, even though he never got the chance to meet her. He promised to honor her memory and make sure she was never forgotten.
Plans are in place for a funeral mass honoring the lives of Courtney and Hadley as the community grieves the loss of two dear souls. It is scheduled for Saturday at 11 a.m. at Churchville's St. Vincent DePaul Church and serves as a moving reminder of the immense impact they had on everyone around them.
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