A devastated father of a young boy who died unexpectedly during a family holiday to Bali has broken his silence with a heartbreaking tribute honouring his son.
Brendan Sharp, shared the gut wrenching update on Facebook, describing his son Khyden James as a ‘one of a kind’ child who filled every room with laughter and light.
‘Khyden was always happy and cheerful, lighting up the room with whomever was there,’ he said.
‘His cheekiness and affection were like no other, and he was always dancing and having fun with a side of cheeky.’
The family-of-six from Singleton in NSW Hunter Region were enjoying a dream getaway to Bali when things took an unthinkable turn when Khyden died suddenly.
Brendan added that he was ‘the best baby brother’ his three older siblings ‘could have asked for and the best son we could have ever imagined.
Khyden died in a tragic accident during a family holiday to Bali
The family-of-six were on a dream holiday to Bali when Khyden died unexpectedly
‘You were so special my boy keep shining like the star you are and keep an eye on all of us down here.
The family, now back in Australia, is working with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade to bring Khyden home.
The circumstances around the tragic accident have not been released.
Khyden’s aunt, Bronwyn Cox, started a GoFundMe to assist his parents, Grace and Brendan, with funeral costs and other expenses.
She said the little boy ‘brought immense joy and love into all our lives, and his passing has left us all in profound grief.
‘During this incredibly difficult time, Grace and Brendan face not only emotional pain but also financial strain.’
The family’s trip to Bali (stock image pictured) was supposed to be the holiday of a lifetime
Ms Cox said she started the fundraiser due to the unexpected costs to bring the baby’s body home, the funeral and the need for time off work.
‘We are raising funds to help Grace and Brendan with these expenses and to give them the space to grieve without additional stress,’ she wrote.
The aunt thanked those who had already donated and said their ‘generosity will provide much-needed relief and show Grace and Brendan that they are not alone through this difficult journey’.
The campaign has so far raised over $30,000, almost reaching the overall goal of $35,000.
