A devoted mother from the Midlands has tragically passed away after suffering a heart attack while at work in a Next clothing store. Jodie Green, aged 35, was on duty when she suddenly fell ill, prompting an immediate emergency response from colleagues and medical services.
Emergency Response and Hospitalisation
Jodie Green was working at the Next retail outlet located in Enderby, Leicestershire, when the medical emergency occurred on Wednesday, January 7. Store colleagues swiftly administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in a desperate attempt to stabilise her condition until paramedics arrived at the scene.
Emergency services transported Jodie to Glenfield Hospital for urgent medical treatment. Despite the best efforts of healthcare professionals, she had sustained severe brain damage due to the cardiac arrest. Medical assessments indicated that she had virtually no chance of recovery or survival.
Family Vigil and Final Days
Jodie's life support was eventually withdrawn after twelve days of intensive care. Remarkably, she continued to fight for an additional five days with her partner James and close family members maintaining a constant vigil at her bedside. She ultimately passed away at 1.45pm on Saturday, January 24, according to local reports.
Her sister Emma, aged 38, shared heartfelt memories of Jodie's final days in hospital. "The fantastic effort of the nursery staff gave us all 17 more days with our beloved Jodie," Emma explained. "This allowed us to give her every possible chance and surround her with love during those precious final moments."
A Life of Kindness and Generosity
Emma described her sister as possessing a bubbly, loving character with a contagious smile that touched everyone she encountered. The family discovered that Jodie had registered as an organ donor, a decision that reflected her inherently caring personality and desire to help others even after her passing.
Jodie worked as a nursery nurse with preschool-aged children and had a particular passion for storytelling. "She loved reading stories, with Julia Donaldson being her absolute favourite author," Emma recalled. "We read her many books at her bedside, and she passed away listening to her mum read The Gruffalo to her for what seemed like the thousandth time."
Personal Passions and Family Legacy
Beyond her professional life, Jodie embraced outdoor adventures and cherished time spent in natural settings. "She loved adventure in the great outdoors, from local parks to hills and rolling countryside with her dad, family and friends," her sister remembered. Jodie lived by the personal motto live, laugh, love, which she embodied in her daily interactions and relationships.
Emma emphasised the breadth of Jodie's social connections, noting that "her family stretched beyond blood, with friendships that turned into family, sharing holidays and celebrations together." She added poignantly that "family was her life, and her life was family."
Community Support and Memorial
In the wake of this tragedy, a GoFundMe fundraising page has been established to support Jodie's partner James and their young son Zakary with funeral expenses and related costs. The campaign has demonstrated remarkable community solidarity, with contributions exceeding £19,000 at the time of reporting.
"We have made the decision to set up this page for Jodie's partner and their little boy to help them during this incredibly difficult period," Emma stated. The family expressed being touched beyond words by the overwhelming support, viewing the response as both a mark of respect and confirmation of how many lives Jodie positively influenced during her lifetime.
Emma concluded with a moving tribute: "We find a warmth beyond words that helps to ease our heartbreak and deepest sorrow. Jodie will be loved forever." The community continues to mourn the loss of this vibrant young mother whose kindness and generosity left an indelible mark on all who knew her.
