On June 2, Amy Gosa, the stepmother of 16-year-old Weston Gosa, shared heartbreaking news on Facebook that Weston had unexpectedly passed away. Gosa wrote that they discovered Weston unresponsive around 7 a.m. that morning. Despite efforts by family members and paramedics to resuscitate him through CPR, he was later pronounced dead at the hospital in Gordon County. At the time of the announcement, the cause of death was still unknown, pending an autopsy.
Family Mourns Sudden Loss of Beloved Son Amid Health Struggles and Heartbreaking Grief
In her post, Gosa revealed that Weston had been dealing with multiple health issues, including diabetes, which may have contributed to his sudden death. She described the family’s deep grief and shock, calling the situation “unexpected” and expressing how devastating it is to lose a child. Gosa reflected on the pain of the loss, describing Weston as the “most amazing son” and noting how difficult it was to come to terms with the tragedy.
Teen Son of 16 and Pregnant Star Whitney Purvis Dies Unexpectedly, Family Grieves Amid Unanswered QuestionsWeston’s biological mother, Whitney Purvis, also posted a deeply emotional tribute on Facebook. In her message, she expressed profound grief and disbelief, calling Weston’s death her “worst nightmare come true.” Purvis spoke about the pain of losing her child, how proud she was of the person he was becoming, and how hard it is to imagine continuing life without him. She described Weston as her heart and shared her love for him in touching words.
A Grieving Mother’s Tribute Reflects Unbreakable Love Amid Tragedy And Unanswered Questions
In a follow-up post, Purvis shared a heartfelt photo of herself and Weston embracing, adding a caption that underscored her sorrow and enduring love. She reiterated that Weston would always be her baby, expressing confusion over why life could be so cruel. At the time of both posts, neither Purvis nor Gosa knew the exact cause of Weston’s death, as it remained under investigation pending autopsy results.
Weston was born on April 2, 2009, during Whitney Purvis’ appearance on the first season of MTV’s 16 and Pregnant, alongside his father, Weston Sr. The couple had a tumultuous relationship, breaking up and reconciling before welcoming a second son, River, in 2014.
They eventually split again, and in the years since, Whitney lost custody of both children. In 2024, she made headlines when she was arrested for failing to pay child support. Despite the hardships, Purvis’s recent posts make it clear that her love for Weston remained unwavering.