The family of a talented schoolgirl has paid an emotional tribute after she was tragically found dead at her home in Norfolk. Adriana Retyte, 14, died two days after emergency services were called to her family home in Ashwellthorpe just before 10pm on May 8. An inquest heard that the teenager received CPR at the scene before being taken to Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge, where she passed away.
Family's Heartfelt Tribute
Her mother, Greta Sagger, 31, announced her daughter's death in a touching social media post. She wrote: "It is with broken hearts that we share the loss of our beautiful Adriana." The post added: "Details of her service for anyone who was part of her life wishing to join us as we honour and remember her. Thank you to everyone for the love, kindness, and support shown to our family during this incredibly difficult time."
Adriana's funeral is scheduled to take place tomorrow. Greta works as a manager at her husband Ben Sagger's property business, Strand Development Limited, which sponsors the Taverham Toucans girls' football team, where Adriana was a player.
Tributes from the Community
Tributes have flooded in for Adriana on a fundraising page set up in her memory to support the suicide prevention charity Papyrus. Sofiia Katrechko wrote: "It is truly heartbreaking for someone so young, with so much life ahead of her, to be taken too soon. I will always cherish the time I spent with Adriana and the fun memories we shared together. She brought so much joy, laughter and light to the people around her."
Adriana was born on February 27, 2012, in Drogheda, Ireland, confirmed Norfolk assistant coroner Maeve Sykes at the inquest. A full inquest into the circumstances surrounding her death is scheduled for 10am on October 16.
School's Statement
Adriana was a Year 9 student at the independent Langley School near Loddon, Norfolk. The school released a statement saying: "Everyone at Langley School has been profoundly saddened by the loss of Adriana Retyte. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with her family, friends, and all those impacted by this tragic loss. Adriana was a much-valued and cherished member of the school community, known for her warmth, kindness and positive spirit. She approached her studies with diligence and pride and was respected by staff and pupils alike for her thoughtful and considerate nature."
The statement continued: "She also made a significant contribution to wider school life, embracing opportunities in sport, the performing arts and academic work with enthusiasm. Adriana will be remembered with great affection by all who knew her, and she will be deeply missed. We have ensured that appropriate pastoral support is available for all members of our community affected by this sad news."
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