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Our anniversary memories of brave Andi
MEMORIES of a brave teenager will be shared today on the first anniversary of his death.
The family of Andi Tollett are gathering to remember the Duchenne muscular dystrophy sufferer.
The 14-year-old died of heart failure brought on by the muscle-wasting condition, leaving devoted parents Angie and Andy, and sister Elle, seven, and brother Robbie, six, devastated.
Mrs Tollett, 43, of Inverness Road, Jarrow, said: "It's so difficult to put into words how we feel. People say it gets easier, but, trust me, it doesn't.
"I can remember every detail of that awful day, and I feel like my heart has shattered into a million pieces, but me being me, I put on a brave face.
"Andi's death was unavoidable due to him having Duchenne muscular dystrophy, and that is what hurts the most.
"It's soul-destroying knowing there was nothing we could do but be there for him.
"Since Andi died, there has been a huge hole in our family because he was larger than life, with a fantastic personality.
"I know he will always be remembered for that big smile he carried with him for 14 years.
"We all miss him so much."
She added: "We are going to spend the day with family, who are always there to support us."
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Friday 10 February 2012
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