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Pregnant Teacher and Unborn Daughter Die After Collapse in Classroom

Courtney Fannon, a special education teacher, passed away weeks before her due date, leaving a community in mourning.

  • Courtney Fannon, 29, a special education teacher in New York, collapsed in her classroom and died along with her unborn daughter, Hadley Jaye.
  • The tragic incident occurred just weeks before Fannon was due to give birth, sparking an outpouring of support and raising over $70,000 through GoFundMe.
  • Fannon was remembered for her passion and joy in teaching special needs students, often found with a smile and a friendly hello.
  • The community and school district have expressed deep sorrow, providing counselors for students and planning a funeral Mass for Courtney and Hadley.
  • Donations in memory of Fannon and her daughter are directed to Homestead for Hope, a nonprofit community farm for individuals with and without disabilities.
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