Emily Finberg, 30, from Ballina in New South Wales’ Northern Rivers region died suddenly on January 2. A friend has revealed a chilling detail about her last phone call
Emily Finberg, 30, from Ballina in New South Wales’ Northern Rivers region died suddenly on January 2(Image: GoFundMe)
A young model has tragically died, as a friend revealed on chilling detail about her last call.
Emily Finberg, 30, from Ballina in New South Wales’ Northern Rivers region in Australia died suddenly on January 2. Her family has requested that her death be referred to as an accident. Emily, affectionately known as Emmy, had a diverse career, working as a model, farmhand and most recently a truck driver for Boral. She was also an avid horse lover and member of the Mullumbimby Pony Club.
In the days leading up to her untimely death, Emily had apparently reached out to a friend, who was unfortunately unable to take her call.
Emily has been remembered as ‘fierce, funny, and kind'(Image: Facebook)
The friend shared a poignant message online, saying: “[She] phoned me on NYE but I am at sea so can only text, so I sent RUOK.”
Another friend expressed regret, saying: “I just wish she had called or come around. She was a good horse girl and good for a laugh. Very very sad.”
Tributes have been paid online to Emily, who has been remembered as “fierce, funny, and kind”.
According to the Daily Mail, a relative said Ms Finberg’s life changed when she was around 12 and was gifted a horse, called Flash, which she doted upon.
‘Emmy had a way of making everyone feel welcome and loved'(Image: Facebook)
“Emmy’s responsibility and care for Flash was unwavering, and the work of feeding, exercising, and grooming Flash got done no matter what weather, no matter the 4am starts,” she said.
“As an adult, Emmy took the same perseverance, and work ethic to every job (usually two or three jobs at a time). I could not be more proud of her grit and spirit.”
Friend Jasmin Miller has set up a GoFundMe to raise funds to help cover the cost of her funeral, with more than $17,000 AUD (£8600) of the $20,000 (£10,070) target raised
On the site she said the world is now “undeniably less bright without her radiant presence”.
‘She was a force of nature'(Image: Facebook)
“She was a force of nature – hilarious, vibrant, and endlessly kind,” she said. “Emmy had a way of making everyone feel welcome and loved, lighting up every room with her infectious energy and laughter.
“There was no one like Emmy. Nor will there ever be anyone like Emmy. Her love for animals, especially her beloved fur baby, Chopper, was unmatched. She cherished life, friends, family, and all creatures great and small.
“We are heartbroken, and as we navigate this difficult time, we’re reaching out to Emmy’s friends, and anyone whose life she touched to help us give her the farewell she deserves, In true EMMY fashion!”