05 January 2024 , 17:13
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A 14-year-old schoolgirl described as "lovely and sweet" by her devastated family was found dead after suffering a suspected epileptic seizure days after Christmas.
Maisie-Jade Thornton, from Accrington, passed away while at her mum Rhiannon's house the day after Boxing Day. Maisie, known by her family nickname "Moo", had suffered with epilepsy since the age of 10. She'd experienced seizures since and her family believe she may have suffered one during her sleep.
Just days earlier, she'd had a "really good" Christmas Day with 13 or 14 family members, including her dad Stewart, stepmum Mel Stott, and her auntie Mel Stott. The schoolgirl, who studied at Accrington Academy, was described by her dad as "sweet" and "loved", adding they would "always love and miss her".
NHs worker Kelly has created has created a GoFundMe page for donations towards Maisie-Jade's funeral, which at the time of writing has almost reached £6,672. She said: "It's amazing. We're just so overwhelmed at people's generosity and support. We're a big family anyway, but I'm just overwhelmed by how much it's been shared."
Maisie and her dad Stewart (MEN MEDIA)The GoFundMe post read: "As most of you are aware our beautiful Maisie sadly passed away through the night on the 27th December after having an epileptic seizure. Maisie was the sweetest most caring 14 year old and such a big part of the families lives.
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"We will always miss you our beautiful angel Maisie Moo. I am setting this fund raising up on behalf of our whole family as funerals are expensive to begin with, never mind just 2 days after Christmas", reports Lancashire Live.
"We want to give her the send off she deserves, so if anyone wants to help please do so. Forever 14."
Andrea French commented: "Sending so much love. Sorry for the tragic loss of such a beautiful, sweet, lovely girl. God bless all her family and friends. Deepest Sympathy. Much love. From Andrea, Victoria, Brooklyn, Jason, Cara, Lilly & Myla. X X X X"
Karl Croniken wrote: "Maisie was a pleasure to teach and would always have time for a chat around the Academy. A lovely student who will be missed. Heartfelt condolences."
Fellow teacher Sarah Lawson said: "Maisie was a fantastic student and a pleasure to teach. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this incredibly sad time xx"
Daniel Hodges said: "I want you to have the send off you deserve very sad sorry for your loss" while Connor Crawshaw penned: "Sending big love to Callum and all the family! What an absolutely utter tragedy! Such sad news! Hopefully she can have the send off she deserves! Love Connor & Natalie C xx"
Although no date has yet been set for the teenager's funeral, those attending will be wearing purple in a nod to Maisie-Jade's favourite colour.
To donate to Maisie's GoFundMe, click here.