In Memory of Adrian - Help Cover Medical Bills

Aim

Supporting Adrian’s family with urgent medical and funeral costs after his sudden passing after being a coma for 2 weeks.

Updated bio - 25/04/26

In Memory of Adrian — Medical & Funeral Costs Support

On 10 April 2026, Adrian — a 39-year-old British man, partner, son and brother — suffered a sudden, catastrophic brain haemorrhage while in Harare, Zimbabwe.

He was rushed to hospital and underwent emergency life-saving brain surgery within hours. Without it, he would not have survived the night.

Adrian remained in intensive care in a coma, critically ill and thousands of miles from home, while his family faced an overwhelming medical crisis alone.

Despite the efforts of his medical team, Adrian sadly passed away this morning.

We are heartbroken by his loss.

The Medical Situation

Adrian suffered a haemorrhagic stroke with severe brain swelling, requiring a decompressive craniotomy — a major operation where part of the skull is removed to relieve pressure.

He remained in ICU for over two weeks and never regained consciousness.

The Medical Costs

Adrian’s care has already exceeded $50,000 USD, and costs continued to rise daily. This included:

• Emergency brain surgery
• Intensive care treatment
• Medications and specialist care

These costs remain an overwhelming burden for the family.

Insurance Refusal

Adrian had comprehensive UK travel insurance.

The insurer has refused to pay anything, citing a prior referral for an eye appointment.

They are using this unrelated issue to deny cover for a life-threatening brain emergency.

We are challenging this decision through the Financial Ombudsman Service, but this process takes time.

Our Current Need

We are now raising funds to help cover:

• Outstanding medical and hospital costs
• Funeral arrangements and expenses
• Support for the family during this devastating time

How You Can Help

Every donation will go directly towards easing the financial burden left behind by Adrian’s medical care and funeral costs.

If you are unable to donate, please consider sharing this page — it truly helps more than words can say.

From Our Family

Adrian was a kind, generous, and deeply loved son, partner, brother and friend. He always showed up for others, and he is loved by so many.

We are devastated by his loss, and we are now trying to honour him while facing the financial reality left behind.

Thank you for standing with us during this incredibly painful time.

— Adrian’s Family

Transparency:
All funds will be managed by Adrian’s mother, partner and siblings. We remain committed to openness and will provide updates on how contributions are used.

Funding method

Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made by 4th July 2026 at 3:02pm