Teenage girl dies during family holiday in Florida

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Nov, 09:31 · Archive

Bethany Smith, 16, from Cringleford near Norwich, has died while on holiday in Florida with her family.

Bethany Smith, aged 16, from Cringleford near Norwich, has died during a family holiday in Florida. Her parents, Caroline and Steve Smith, announced the news on social media.

Her father described Bethany as having 'the most beautiful soul' and 'the cheekiest sense of humour'. He said she had shown exceptional courage and determination despite facing daily challenges, and that 'she never lost her smile'. He added that she 'just wanted to help others'.

Her father said he was 'honoured, privileged, thankful, blessed and proud' to have been her father. He wrote that hundreds of tributes had been received, describing Bethany as someone who 'touched the hearts of so many people near and far'. He said her 'spark will always continue to shine'.

How it is being reported

• 'Adored' teenager dies during family holiday in FloridaBethany Smith from Cringleford, Norwich, has died at the age of 16 while spending time with her family in Florida.Norwich Evening News · 14 Nov, 08:42
• 'Adored' teenager dies during family holiday in FloridaBethany Smith from Cringleford, Norwich, has died at the age of 16 while spending time with her family in Florida.Eastern Daily Press · 14 Nov, 08:42

In this story: Bethany Smith · Caroline Smith · Steve Smith · Cringleford · Norwich · Florida

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