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Former '16 and Pregnant' Star Whitney Purvis Mourns Death of 16-Year-Old Son Weston

The family is awaiting autopsy results to determine the cause of his sudden passing

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Whitney Purvis's son Weston Gosa Jr., has died at the age of 16, however the family is waiting for an autopsy to find out the cause.
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Overview

  • Weston Gosa Jr. was found unresponsive at home on June 2 and was pronounced dead at a Gordon County hospital after CPR and ambulance efforts
  • His stepmother, Amy Gosa, said Weston had multiple health issues, including diabetes, and that the family has requested an autopsy
  • Purvis first appeared on MTV’s “16 and Pregnant” in 2009 while expecting Weston and later lost custody of him and his brother River during legal battles over child support
  • Fans and followers have offered condolences on social media as Purvis and Amy Gosa share emotional tributes honoring Weston’s life
  • A GoFundMe campaign launched by the family aims to cover funeral and burial expenses for Weston