More details released about 20-year-old hockey player who died suddenly, autopsy completed
Earlier this week it was announced that Eli Palfreyman had tragically passed away. The incident occured during a league tournament and took everyone by complete surprise. After entering the dressing room after the second period, Palfreyman collapsed to the floor. According to witnesses the team's trainer was not immediately available as he was on the ice tending to an injured player when he heard shouts from the dressing room.
Palfreyman's mom, who is a nurse was in the stands. She made her way to the dressing room while the team's trainer started chest compressions. Resuscitation attempts were completed by medical staff, but they were unsuccessful. Palfreyman was transported to a local medical facility via ambulance with a "weak pulse",where he was later pronounced deceased. His passing came suddenly and an autopsy was completed determine cause of death, but no cause has been released at this time.
An obituary for Palfreyman provided the following information:
Palfreyman, Eli
Doing what he loved most, in Ayr on Tuesday August 30, 2022.
Beloved son to Tammy and Brett; much loved brother to Ella; cherished grandson to Francois and Betty and Dalt and Karen; dear nephew to Chad and EmmyLou and cousin to Tyler and Kaela. He will be forever remembered by his friends and teammates past and present.
Friends are welcome to pay their respects to the family at the North Dumfries Community Centre (2958 Greenfield Rd. Ayr) on Tuesday September 6, 2022 from 10:30-1:30 PM. Eulogies will be offered in the Arena at 2:00 PM
No Flowers please. Donations to Jumpstart or a Go Fund Me campaign would be appreciated. Online condolences and donations may be arranged through www.wmkippfuneralhome.com
Doing what he loved most, in Ayr on Tuesday August 30, 2022.
Beloved son to Tammy and Brett; much loved brother to Ella; cherished grandson to Francois and Betty and Dalt and Karen; dear nephew to Chad and EmmyLou and cousin to Tyler and Kaela. He will be forever remembered by his friends and teammates past and present.
Friends are welcome to pay their respects to the family at the North Dumfries Community Centre (2958 Greenfield Rd. Ayr) on Tuesday September 6, 2022 from 10:30-1:30 PM. Eulogies will be offered in the Arena at 2:00 PM
No Flowers please. Donations to Jumpstart or a Go Fund Me campaign would be appreciated. Online condolences and donations may be arranged through www.wmkippfuneralhome.com
Palfreyman's parents took some time to speak to their son's team to share the following message :
He said the happiest day in Eli's life was when he was named captain, and he said you cannot take a shift off the rest of the year because Eli's spirit will be pushing you to do your best every shift, and I want to see it.
Hockey is a game. Life is bigger than hockey and do your best and remember, Eli will be there with you.
Hockey is a game. Life is bigger than hockey and do your best and remember, Eli will be there with you.
This incredible young man was taken far too soon, but it's clear his impact will be long reaching.
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