Grieving Bluff mum thankful for support
Shayne's mother issued an appeal to the community in the Sun last year, in a bid to find a kidney donor to save his life
GRIEVING Bluff mother Kaz Koekemoer thanks the community for the support and love shown towards her son, Shayne (30) who died on Tuesday, 29 January from a heart attack due to a complication related to his kidney disease.
Since he was 17-years-old, Shayne suffered from crippling end-stage kidney disease.
His mother issued an appeal to the community in the Sun last year, in a bid to find a kidney donor to save his life. He desperately needed a kidney transplant but was only 621st on the donor transplant list.
Although he was sick, Shayne lived a good life. He was never without love from his family, his children and friends. Shayne was known as someone who would not leave a room without making at least one person smile. “He had a good heart and would always find a way to help somebody in need. He didn’t like seeing anyone sad. He had so much love for his fiance and children – he was the embodiment of love,” said Kaz, her eyes brimming with tears.
She thanked those who heeded her call and were tested to check if they were a match as a potential kidney donor. “For all the kind words and support, I am thankful. To the staff at Albert Luthuli Hospital, I am forever grateful. They handled my son with so much care and did whatever they could to make him comfortable. Special thanks go to Professor Raj Moodley, you never gave up on Shayne and always gave us hope, especially when he started looking better,” she added. Shayne’s funeral service was held on Monday, 4 February.
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