A young bride-to-be has died of coronavirus after being rushed to hospital with abdominal pains just before the new year.
Care worker Laura Gentry, who was described be her family as someone who could “light up any room” was taken to James Paget University Hospital in Great Yarmouth where she was diagnosed with coronavirus.
The 28-year-old was put on a ventilator, but tragically died on Sunday, January 17.
Horse riding fanatic Laura was engaged to her sweetheart Jack Brighouse and her sister Amy is now raising funds via a Just Giving page to raise funds for a fitting funeral.
She wrote: “My sister Laura was sadly taken from us far too soon at only 28 years old.
“I would love to raise some money for her to give her the send off she deserves.
“She was a beloved daughter, sister, fiancée, niece, cousin and friend to so many.
“She could light up any room.
Laura we missed you today, just like we missed you yesterday.
“Just like we will tomorrow and for the rest of our lives.”
Amy’s target of £1,000 was smashed within hours, and people have raised at least £3,731 for Laura.
Tributes flooded in for the woman from Kessingland, Norfolk.
Amie Swarbrick said: “The first time I heard you sing was when you sang reflection in middle school.
“Every single person in the room was wowed by your voice.
“I hope you knew that we all saw the person you were inside and out.
“And you were very much loved for who you were.”
Abby Mace added: “Was such a lovely friend to my daughter and always being there for her.”
You can contribute to Laura's funeral costs here.
