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Son of former footballer Chris Kiwomya dies suddenly

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  1. Busy Being Headhunted

    Busy Being Headhunted Well-Known Member

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    very sad news indeed

    The son of former Arsenal, QPR and Ipswich Town footballer Chris Kiwomya has died suddenly.

    Lucas Kiwomya, seven, a pupil at Highfields School in Lawford, Essex, was taken to Colchester General Hospital on Wednesday after suffering breathing difficulties. He died shortly after arrival.

    A spokesman for Highfields School said: "We are all devastated at Highfields by the sudden and untimely death of a much respected and well-loved pupil.

    "Lucas was a delightful boy, with a ready smile and infectious giggle.

    "He loved school and was always keen to do his best. He will be very sadly missed by staff and pupils alike."

    A spokesman for Ipswich Town said: "Our thoughts are with Chris and his family at this very sad time."

    A spokeswoman for the East of England Ambulance Service confirmed paramedics attempted to save Lucas after being called at 7.13pm on Wednesday to his home in Lawford.

    Kiwomya, 42, born in Yorkshire, is currently the development squad manager at League One side Notts County.

    The striker played 335 games and scored 79 goals during his career. He also played for the England under 21 team.

    Notts County issued a statement saying: "We were deeply saddened to hear this week of the tragic passing of Lucas Kiwomya, the son of our development squad manager, Chris Kiwomya.

    "The thoughts and prayers of everyone associated with Notts County Football Club are with Chris and his family as they try to come to terms with their loss at this most unimaginably difficult of times."

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  2. Sooperhoop

    Sooperhoop Well-Known Member

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    That is awful news, really puts things into perspective. Deepest sympathy to Chris and his family...
     
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  3. NORTHOLT

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    Tragic.
     
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  4. GoldhawkRoad

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    That's really sad news.
     
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  5. BrixtonR

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    Horrible.
     
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  6. Woodyhoopleson

    Woodyhoopleson Well-Known Member

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    That's so sad, life shattering. My deepest sympathies.
     
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  7. JudoRanger

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    Wow, that is awful news.

    Condolences.
     
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    Deepest condolences..... truly tragic
     
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  9. Swords Hoopster.

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    When I first glanced at this thread, I thought Rob Hulse had been called up to the first team!
     
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  10. Swords Hoopster.

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    Seriously though, the worst thing that can happen to a human being: Their child dying.

    Terribly tragic. God help Kris and his wife.
     
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  11. rangercol

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    Makes you think of your own kids don't it?
    Tragic.
    Sincere condolences.
     
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  12. inkedupp

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    7?!! ffs that's terrible. deepest sympathy.
     
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  13. Uber_Hoop

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    As a father with two Uber Minors and a Lil' Uberette, the latter the same age as Kiwonya's son, this is horrible, horrible news. Really makes you think how lucky you are. The hugs we give our kids tonight will be that little bit tighter, that little bit longer.
     
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  14. Hoops Eternal

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    No parent should have to suffer the loss of their child, as I know only too well.

    My sympathies to Chris & his family.
     
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  15. QPR999

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    I can't even begin to contemplate what Chris is going through now. Poor man. As Brix said, it is horrible. Poor poor man. I couldn't even begin to imagine.
     
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  16. Swords Hoopster.

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    I won't ask mate.

    Respect.
     
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  17. Hoops Eternal

    Hoops Eternal Well-Known Member

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    It's OK Swords, my first son lived for only 12 hours. Long time ago now, we move on.....
     
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  18. QPR999

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    I'm so sorry to hear that mate.
     
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  19. Busy Being Headhunted

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    you have to move on but you never get over it
     
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  20. Hoops Eternal

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    This
     
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