Tragic Death of Yorkshire Teen Millie-Jay Shakes Family
Heartbreak struck a Yorkshire family when 17-year-old Millie-Jay Rose Boocock suddenly died after an epileptic seizure at her grandmother’s home in Morley. Though she had battled epilepsy for four years, Millie-Jay had been seizure-free for three months before the devastating incident on February 25.
Her dad Chris described her as a “lovely young woman” — polite, well-liked, and surrounded by close friends. Millie-Jay loved family time, was an avid reader, and studied business at Wakefield College.
Family Mourns “Perfect” Daughter and Bright Spark
Her mum, Shell, tearfully called her “my number one girl” with “a broken heart”. The family remembers Millie-Jay as “perfect” and “deeply loved” — a beautiful granddaughter who lit up everyone’s lives.
Millie-Jay had a passion for baking and dreamed of launching her own business. Her online obituary captures the love and admiration felt by all: “Remembered with great love and affection by all her family and many friends.”
Family Urges Epilepsy Awareness in Millie-Jay’s Memory
Dad Chris is now determined to raise awareness about epilepsy’s hidden dangers, admitting the family had underestimated how serious the condition can be.
Millie-Jay’s funeral was held on March 30 at St Mary of the Angels RC Church, Batley, followed by a service at Batley Cemetery. Friends and family gathered to pay their respects, with donations welcomed for Epilepsy Action in her memory.
A fundraiser has also been launched to support epilepsy research and help others impacted by the condition.
Rest in peace, Millie-Jay — forever 17, forever in our hearts.
