MP Drew Hendry has been devastated by the tragic loss of his baby grandson Cameron, who died in his sleep little over a week ago.
The Inverness, Badenoch and Strathspey MP released a statement with his family this afternoon, and asked those who are able to do so to donate to the Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity or the nursery he attended.
Last year Hendry welcomed his “surprise grandson” into his life during lockdown. Son Ross and partner Jill had not expected baby Cameron as he came into the world via a stealth pregnancy, which cannot be detected by doctors. The MP announced his delight at the birth on BBC Radio 5 Live in June 2020.
In a statement today, the family said: “Cameron came into our lives suddenly, joyfully and miraculously. He was an unexpected gift, whose very arrival caused excitement and delight for us and many more, from far and wide when the news broke.
“Although he has left us as suddenly as he arrived, we are forever grateful for our short time with him.”
The family are “determined to remember the joy that Cameron brought to our lives and carry his light, his humour and his energy” into the future despite the “considerable pain and heartache” they are currently experiencing.
“We will live our lives with his hand in ours and our hearts entwined,” they wrote. “As there was considerable public interest in Cameron's birth we felt it appropriate to issue these words but don't wish to make any further comment. We would now hope for privacy as we come to terms with his loss.”
Those who wish to donate to Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity or Cameron’s Nursery can follow this JustGiving link.
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