On Wednesday, Indiana Pacers player Tyrese Haliburton’s fiancée paid a heartfelt tribute to her best friend, who tragically passed away during her extravagant bachelorette trip in St. Barts.
Makenzi Kern died on June 8 from undisclosed health issues. Her passing came just two days after she celebrated her 26th birthday on the Caribbean getaway with Jade Jones, Haliburton’s soon-to-be wife.
Jones shared an emotional message on Instagram, reminiscing about cherished moments with Kern throughout the years.
“I am forever grateful that I got to love someone as truly special as Kenzi, and to have been loved back by her. Kenz was truly a light in this world, and that light will continue to shine in everyone who was lucky enough to know her. I love you forever until the end of time Kenzi,” Jones wrote.
“You are truly so beautiful inside and out & a once-in-a-lifetime kind of friend. Thank you for always showing up for me, for making me laugh until I cry, and for being such an unforgettable part of my life. I’ll always miss you but I know you’ll be with me, wherever I go. ‘See ya’.”
The pictures included in the post stretched back to their college days. Jones celebrated Kern as her “biggest cheerleader,” both in life and her relationship with Haliburton.
“I can’t even imagine our wedding day without her there celebrating with us. The day will not be the same without her, but I know she will show us she is there somehow,” Jones added.
Kern’s family does not suspect foul play, drugs, or alcohol as factors in her sudden death. The exact cause remains unknown.
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