Family heartbroken as 'selfless mum' dies suddenly after birthday night out

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A family have been left devastated after their mum died suddenly after her birthday night out. Joanne Barker, 53, had shown no symptoms of illness before she died from fatal haemorrhage caused by a brain aneurysm.

Joanne had been out for dinner to celebrate her birthday earlier this year before returning home. She appeared well with 'nothing wrong' after a lovely evening of festivities.

However, during the night she became unresponsive and was rushed to hospital for immediate treatment. Doctors identified a brain aneurysm - a type of bulge in the artery wall - as to blame, having resulted in a fatal haemorrhage, reports Liverpool Echo.

Joanne's family were unaware of any symptoms of a brain aneurysm prior to her death, stating she appeared fit and healthy. The mum of two was on no medication and regularly walked their pet dog three times a day prior to her untimely passing.The 53-year-old had two children, with her daughter, Neve Hayter and son, Lee Barker broken by the loss of their 'selfless mother'.