Woman, 25, Announces Her Own Death in a Heartbreaking Facebook Post
Daniella Thackray was only 25 when she passed away after battling a rare type of cancer with characteristic determination. Her final message, prepared ahead of time, has ignited a wave of inspiration, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of many and challenging us to find strength in vulnerability.
In an incredibly moving and powerful message shared posthumously on her Facebook page, Daniella Thackray left a lasting legacy of love, strength, and resilience in the face of a terminal illness.
Entrusted to her family, her final words began with a somber acknowledgment, “If you’re reading this then it means I have died,” marking the start of a message filled with profound reflections, gratitude, and a heart-wrenching goodbye to her loved ones, especially her fiancé, Tom Calvert.
Daniella’s battle with cancer was one marked not by choices but by the unforeseeable cruelty of fate. Diagnosed with Cholangiocarcinoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer that originates in the bile ducts, she faced a condition with elusive causes and no known cure.
Despite the devastating diagnosis, her perspective remained incredibly optimistic. Daniella emphasized the importance of research in combating this “horrid cruel disease,” hopeful for future advancements that could save others.
Her approach to the disease was not one of resignation but of unwavering determination to cherish every moment left. Daniella’s philosophy was to celebrate life’s small joys and to “Romanticise your life! Do whatever makes you happy and don’t let anyone take the joy of life away from you.”
She recounted her profound love for her life, including her job, her fiancé, her family, friends, and her dog, Leo, who brought light into her darkest days, “I LOVED my life. Everything I had achieved was what I wanted. I loved my job, my fiancé, my family, my friends, and my dog, and the house we were going to buy and the future we were making for ourselves.”
She then went on to quote Winnie the Pooh,” “If ever there is a tomorrow when we’re not together, there is something you must always remember. You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. But the most important thing is, even if we’re apart… I’ll always be with you.”
One of the most touching aspects of Daniella’s journey was the unwavering support she received from Tom, who stood by her side through every challenge, including her surgery. And she did not shy away from expressing her love and gratitude for him.
In her heartfelt farewell, Daniella directly addressed Tom, encapsulating their deep bond and the pain of parting with, “Tom, I love you and always will. Thank you for supporting me and bringing so much love and happiness into my life. Go enjoy your life now, you deserve it.” The pair got engaged in January and shared photos of the big day on Facebook.
Six months before her passing, Daniella shared photos: one of herself sitting on her hospital bed, one of a breathtakingly radiant bouquet, one of the wards where she was admitted, J83, and one with Tom.
