Sad news: Tim Wakefield’s widow Stacy has passed away. Stacy Wakefield’s death comes a few months after that of the Major League pitcher. Tim Wakefield made a name for himself with the Red Sox, winning the World Series in 2004 and 2007.
The pitcher later moved into broadcasting. Tim Wakefield passed away last October at the age of 57 after a battle with brain cancer. Nearly five months later, Wakefield’s widow, Stacy, also died.
On social media, the Red Sox organization issued a statement announcing Stacy’s passing. It turns out that Stacy also had cancer. She reportedly battled pancreatic cancer before passing away.
“It is with deep sadness that we share that our beloved mother, daughter, sister, niece and aunt, Stacy, passed away today at her home in Massachusetts. “She was surrounded by her family and dear friends, as well as her wonderful caregivers and nurses,” she read in the statement. “The loss is unimaginable, especially after losing Tim just under five months ago. “Our hearts are beyond broken.”
In the statement, the family wanted to thank the medical team who helped Stacy in her battle against cancer. Stacy leaves behind two teenage children, Trevor and Brianna.
“We will remember Stacy as a strong, loving, thoughtful and kind person who was down to earth. “We feel very lucky to have had her in our lives and take comfort in the fact that she will be reunited with Tim, the love of her life,” the statement continued. The family is mourning the loss of both. “We would like to thank all of Stacy’s doctors, nurses and caregivers who helped her from diagnosis to today; We are eternally grateful for her unmatched care and support. And to all of you who have sent us well wishes over these past few months, we really appreciate her kindness.”
Stacy and Tim Wakefield were known for their charity work
The family asks for privacy as they deal with the loss. In addition to their work in the world of sports, the couple also became known for their charity work. Both worked with pediatric cancer patients and funded childhood cancer research through The Jimmy Fund and at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Several people took to social media to remember Stacy.
“What an unimaginable tragedy for his children and family,” wrote one X user.
Other wrote, “The world is infinitely worse without Tim and Stacy Wakefield. Losing them both in 5 months feels incredibly unfair, especially to Trev and Bree. The only consolation is that they are together, which is all they ever wanted to be. Thanks for everything, Wake and Stace. I love you.”
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