The wife and young daughter of a Team GB footballer are “at a complete loss” after she was found dead days before Christmas.
Gemma Wiseman, 33, won a number of medals for her country as part of the England and GB deaf football squads, playing alongside her wife, Laura.
Gemma’s family and fiends have been left distraught after her body was found, reportedly in woodland, near Norwich on 16 December.
A GoFundMe page set up in her memory has raised more than 10 thousand pounds, with tributes pouring in from well-wishers.
An inquest into Gemma’s death has been opened in Norwich and has yet to rule on how she died, but the fundraising page has suggested that she took her own life.
“Gemma was a kind and caring person with a great sense of humour,” the page says.
“Everywhere she went she brought laughter and energy with her and easily made friends with anyone who was lucky enough to meet her.”
It adds that Gemma’s wife, Laura, and three-year-old daughter are “at a compete loss without her”.
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Reflecting on her accomplishments in football, Gemma previously told Norfolk FA: “My biggest achievement is winning bronze in Italy and it was the best team.
“We gave everything in those games, and it meant a lot to all of us. My other biggest achievements are getting the England FA caps and Olympic medal.”
She also spoke of the importance of girls following their passion in the sport.
“Girls who are not sure about playing football, you never know until you try and follow your heart.
“It’s important to have the girls look up to as role models, so they can prove them wrong and be able to play the sport that they enjoy.”
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