A Pennsylvania family is grappling with an unthinkable loss after their 10-year-old son, Bryson Funk, died suddenly from a heart attack—just one day after pitching his team to a championship victory.
Bryson, a Linglestown native, had been diagnosed with congenital heart defects at birth but was cleared by doctors to participate in sports. His unexpected death was caused by myocarditis, a condition unrelated to his prior health issues.
The young athlete’s final moments on the field were triumphant. In the championship game, he took the mound for the last three innings, striking out the final batter to clinch the title for the Colts. His family remembers him as a vibrant, kind-hearted boy who lived for baseball.
The news has devastated his community. The Lower Paxton Township Community shared a heartbreaking Facebook post, calling Bryson a “shining light” gone too soon. His teammates paid tribute by bringing his jersey to their next game, a poignant reminder of the player they lost.
A GoFundMe organized by his relatives has garnered overwhelming support, with donations pouring in to help cover funeral expenses. As his loved ones mourn, they find solace in the legacy of passion and joy Bryson left behind.
