7-year-old who collapsed on soccer field dies a week later

WOODSTOCK, Ga. — A 7-year-old boy who collapsed on a Cherokee County YMCA soccer field has died.

Aidan Heath was rushed to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta at Egleston on Sept. 8 when he suffered what has been described as seizure.

“We turned him over and the coach started CPR and I started breathing for him,” said grandmother Peggy Moore.

Heath had been in a coma until Sunday, when his family said the boy had passed away.

His mother posted on the "Prayers for Aidan" Facebook page about his death.

"Aidan is a blessing to so many here on earth and is now a major blessing to all above. He will continue to watch after his little brother Jasper and his mother Ashley from a much more powerful place."

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The YMCA sent a statement to Channel 2 Action News saying:

"The YMCA Family is profoundly saddened by this tragic situation. We are keeping Aidan and his family in our thoughts and prayers. We remain in close contact with them and are providing as much support and encouragement as possible."

The family is now asking for help paying for his funeral. Donations can be made at all local Regions Bank locations.

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