Parents Lose 6-Year-Old Daughter After What Was Meant to Be a ‘Routine’ Procedure
“I have so many questions, and so many emotions.”
Following the death of her 6-year-old sister, Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers, Jordan Thompson used those lines in her Facebook tribute.
Investigators are still trying to figure out precisely what happened, but what started out as a day the family hoped would improve Emmy’s health instead ended in unspeakable misery.
In a picture posted by her family, Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers grinned while clutching a fishing rod. Later on, Jordan Thompson recalled her 6-year-old sister as “always smiling and always pouring kindness into those
around her.” | Source: Jordan Thompson on Facebook
In a picture posted by her family, Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers grinned while clutching a fishing rod. Later on,
Jordan Thompson recalled her 6-year-old sister as “always smiling and always pouring kindness into those around her.” | Source: Jordan Thompson on Facebook
The six-year-old was eager to start first grade.
Emmy had celebrated her kindergarten graduation from Euharlee Elementary School just weeks before she
passed away. The 6-year-old was eager to start first grade, according to a tribute posted by Bartow County Schools.
She was excited to meet her classmates again and had even chosen a dress with a rose motif for Open House.
She was affectionately referred to as “Little Momma” by her instructor due to her concern and empathy for other pupils.
Emmy was also recalled by the district as a young child who “never met a stranger.” She had a smile that lit up every space she entered, loved everyone, and was always willing to provide an embrace.
In her kindergarten graduation cap and gown, Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers grinned. A few weeks later, the six-year-old was excited to begin first grade, where her teacher lovingly referred to her as “Little Momma”
because of the compassion and consideration she showed her peers. | Source: WNDU/Facebook
In her kindergarten graduation cap and gown, Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers grinned. A few weeks later, the
six-year-old was excited to begin first grade, where her teacher lovingly referred to her as “Little Momma” because of the compassion and consideration she showed her peers. | Source: WNDU/Facebook
The family was already dealing with heartbreak.
The family had already been dealing with another devastating loss in the days preceding Emmy’s hospital
visit. In a heartfelt Facebook message on July 26, Emmy’s mother, Abigail McKenzie Street, expressed her grief over Zachery’s passing.
Abigail considered the qualities Emmy inherited from him in the post. “All of my daughter’s quirks that she inherited, being sly, her crazy laugh when she gets too wound up, her wide grin.”Her large feet, her lovely
little nose, her naturally puffy little eyes, her sick sense of humor, a tan I’ll always be envious, and her innate ability to attract people are all highlights of Abigail’s post.
Zachery and Abigail McKenzie Street are shown with Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers as a baby. Abigail posted this family photo the day before Emmy passed away, lamenting Zachery and thinking about all the
qualities their daughter received from him. | Source: Facebook/Abigail McKenzie Street
Zachery and Abigail McKenzie Street are shown with Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers as a baby. Abigail posted
this family photo the day before Emmy passed away, lamenting Zachery and thinking about all the qualities their daughter received from him. | Source: Facebook/Abigail McKenzie Street
The Family Anticipated a Standard Process
Emmy went to the hospital for what was
supposed to be a “routine” tonsillectomy, according to her family, as reported by WSB-TV. Rather, on July 27, the young girl passed away.
Her family was abruptly left organizing a funeral and looking for answers instead of going back home to finish getting ready for first grade.
In a posthumous family video, Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers grinned. After the 6-year-old passed away on July 27, what her family had anticipated to be a regular medical visit turned into a tragedy, leaving them in
quest of answers. | Source: Facebook/Jordan Thompson
In a posthumous family video, Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers grinned. After the 6-year-old passed away on July
27, what her family had anticipated to be a regular medical visit turned into a tragedy, leaving them in quest of answers. | Source: Facebook/Jordan Thompson
Emmy’s sister recalled the adored little girl.
Jordan, Emmy’s sister, posted a sorrowful tribute on Facebook while family members tried to come to
terms with the death.We feel as though we are trapped in a terrible dream because yesterday was the worst day of our lives.
We are unable to comprehend Emersyn’s visit with Jesus yesterday afternoon. She didn’t even have a genuine chance at life because she was only six years old.”
Jordan claimed that although she had many unanswered concerns, she took solace in the fact that her sister’s brief life had been filled with love:
“Although I’m deeply saddened, I also find comfort in the knowledge that she had the happiest six years of her life.
She was constantly grinning and showing goodwill to everyone in her vicinity. Her heart was larger than the sun, her laugh was infectious, and she had the most stunning large brown eyes.
In a Facebook snapshot, Jordan Thompson embraces Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers, her younger sister. Following Emmy’s passing, Jordan recalled that the 6-year-old “lived the HAPPIEST six years possible” and
that everyone who knew her was deeply touched by her smile, infectious giggle, and generosity. Source: Jordan Thompson on Facebook
In a Facebook snapshot, Jordan Thompson embraces Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers, her younger sister. Following Emmy’s passing, Jordan recalled that the 6-year-old “lived the HAPPIEST six years possible” and
that everyone who knew her was deeply touched by her generosity, smile, and infectious giggle. | Source: Facebook/Jordan ThompsonI’m glad she didn’t actually have to see this world’s evil. She was too innocent.
Jordan continued, “I wish she was still here with us, but I’m sure she’s up there catching up with daddy and in the arms of Jesus.”
She also thought of their strong relationship. “I always took her with me since she was my best friend. She aspired to
be exactly like her big sissy. I was even granted permission to give her the name Emersyn Paisleigh Bridgers.
Jordan Thompson smiles while fishing with her younger sister, Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers. Jordan described Emmy as her “best girl,” saying that she carried the 6-year-old everywhere and that “she wanted to be just
like her big sissy.” | Source: Jordan Thompson on Facebook
Jordan Thompson smiles while fishing with her younger sister, Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers. Jordan described
Emmy as her “best girl,” saying that she carried the 6-year-old everywhere and that “she wanted to be just like her big sissy.” | Source: Jordan Thompson on Facebook
Investigators Then Provided a Surprising Update
Authorities started looking into Emmy’s death while her family and friends grieved. The Georgia Bureau of
Investigation is performing an autopsy, according to WSB-TV.
Officials then revealed a detail that raised even more concerns. Joel Guyton, the coroner for Bartow County, claims that Emmy’s planned surgery ultimately fell through.
No other information has been made public, according to the coroner’s office, and investigators are awaiting medical records to ascertain what care she had before to her passing.
In a family portrait released prior to her passing, Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers grinned. Authorities stated that the 6-year-old’s planned surgery ultimately did not occur and that they were awaiting medical documents
to find out what care she had before to her death as they investigated the incident. | Source: Facebook/Jordan Thompson
In a family portrait released prior to her passing, Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers grinned. Authorities stated that the 6-year-old’s planned surgery ultimately did not occur and that they were awaiting medical documents
to find out what care she had before to her death as they investigated the incident. | Source: Facebook/Jordan Thompson
A Daily Procedure
The tonsils are removed during
a tonsillectomy, which is most frequently done on youngsters, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Typically, the procedure takes 20 to 30 minutes.
More than 530,000 tonsillectomies are carried out on children under the age of 15 in the US annually, according to additional
information from ABC News. Although the surgery is usually well tolerated, bleeding, respiratory problems, dehydration, and persistent pain are possible risks.
Investigators are still awaiting more medical information, and authorities have not stated that Emmy’s death was caused by a tonsillectomy complication.
An illustration of the throat following a tonsillectomy and the swollen tonsils prior to surgery. Over 530,000 youngsters under the age of 15 undergo this treatment, which usually takes 20 to 30 minutes, making it one
of the most common surgeries done on children in the US. | Source: Getty Images Illustration of the throat following a tonsillectomy and swollen tonsils prior to surgery. Over 530,000 youngsters under the age of 15
undergo this treatment, which usually takes 20 to 30 minutes, making it one of the most common surgeries done on children in the US. Getty Images is the source.
The Community Joined Forces for Emmy
The Bartow County community has come together in support of Emmy’s family while the inquiry is ongoing. Alvis Miller & Sons Funeral Home decided to pay for her funeral and burial in full, according to
the family’s GoFundMe site. Instead, all donations will go directly to Emmy’s family as they grieve, according to the organizers.
Along with announcing a biker escort to go with Emmy on her last trip, the fundraiser urged supporters to “pink it out!” by donning pink clothing or adorning motorcycles with pink ribbons.
Visitation was planned on August 4 from 2 to 4 p.m., followed at 4 p.m. by a celebration of Emmy’s life, according to Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home. As friends and family were ready to bid each other farewell,
Jordan thought about the enduring influence her younger sister had on her life. “In a lot of ways, you saved me.
I already wear my heart on my sleeve, but you inspired me to do so more. to forgive with ease and to love loudly. “To laugh whenever you can and never refuse a sweet treat!”
In a picture posted prior to the 6-year-old’s passing, Jordan Thompson is seen posing with her younger sister, Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers. Jordan recalled her younger sister telling her “to laugh every chance you
get, and never turn down a sweet treat!” and “to love loudly and forgive easy” as family members were ready to celebrate Emmy’s life. | Source: Jordan Thompson on Facebook
In a picture posted prior to the 6-year-old’s passing, Jordan Thompson is seen posing with her younger sister, Emersyn “Emmy” Bridgers. Jordan recalled her younger sister telling her “to laugh every chance you
get, and never turn down a sweet treat!” and “to love loudly and forgive easy” as family members were ready to celebrate Emmy’s life. | Source: Jordan Thompson on Facebook
Jordan expressed her wish that she could have shielded the young girl she cherished. “I really do miss you. I appreciate you being who you are. I pledge to be strong for you even if I wish I could have saved you.”
She concluded her homage with a sincere pledge that encapsulated Emmy’s significance to her. “My greatest blessing will always be being your sister. I also know that you are the most beautiful angel.”
