Australian family’s grief after baby dies in tragic accident while on holiday of a lifetime in Bali
An Australian couple is experiencing unthinkable grief after their son died during a family trip to Bali.
Bronwyn Cox, the aunt of the boy’s mother, Grace, has organized a fundraiser for the distraught family after the child died on October 19.
“Our dear niece Grace and her partner Brendan have faced the unimaginable loss of their baby son in a tragic accident while holidaying with family and friends on what would be the holiday of a lifetime in Bali,” Ms Cox wrote.
She said the little boy “brought immeasurable joy and love to all our lives, and his passing has left us all in deep sorrow.
“During this incredibly difficult time, Grace and Brendan are facing not only emotional pain, but also financial strain.”
Mrs Cox said she had the GoFundeMe due to the unexpected costs of bringing the baby’s body home, the funeral and the need for leave.
“We are raising money to help Grace and Brendan with these expenses and to give them the space to grieve without added stress,” she wrote.
The aunt thanked those who had already donated, saying their “generosity will provide much-needed relief and show Grace and Brendan that they are not alone in this difficult journey.”
An Australian family is experiencing unimaginable grief after their infant son (pictured) died while the family was on holiday in Bali
The family’s trip to Bali (pictured) would be the holiday of a lifetime
The heartbroken father said his son ‘unique in its kind [and] always happy and cheerful he lit up the room with whoever was there.
“His sass and affection were like no other, he was always dancing and having fun,” he wrote on Facebook.
Brendan added that the baby was “the best little brother” his three older siblings “could have asked for, and the best son we could have ever imagined.”
“You were so special my boy, keep shining like the star you are and keep an eye on all of us down here.
“We love and miss you so much, our bino.”
The circumstances surrounding the tragic accident have not been released.
Daily Mail Australia has contacted the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade to inquire whether the family is receiving government assistance.