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Cancer Doctor's Heartbreak: Daughter Dies, Then She Follows
20 Nov, 2025
Summary
- A doctor lost her teen daughter to a fast-acting cancer.
- Weeks later, the grieving mother also passed away.
- Their strong bond was cited as a reason for the mother's demise.
A poignant story has emerged of a devoted cancer doctor who tragically lost her own teenage daughter to a rapid illness. Dr. Shridevi 'Shri' Singh, a breast cancer surgeon, saw her 15-year-old daughter Haley diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in early October. Haley's condition deteriorated quickly, and she passed away within a week of diagnosis.
Overwhelmed by grief, Dr. Singh shared her devastation on social media, stating their bond was "unbreakable" and that Haley was her "center." Tragically, just 30 days after her daughter's death, Dr. Singh, aged 41, also passed away, leaving her community in profound shock. Family members are too grief-stricken to comment.
ALL is a fast-growing blood cancer that can rapidly progress. Haley was remembered for her strength and bright spirit, while Dr. Singh was lauded as a determined and empathetic surgeon. Their story underscores the devastating impact of cancer and the profound grief that can follow such losses.
