The sudden death of ten-year-old Bryson Funk has left the community of Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, in deep shock and sorrow. Just hours after leading his baseball team to a championship win, the boy suffered cardiac arrest and passed away on June 12, 2025, reminding everyone how fragile even the brightest lives can be.
Bryson had taken the mound for the Linglestown Colts and pitched the final three innings of the game, striking out the last batter and securing the team’s victory on the evening of June 11.
Unfortunately, on Thursday morning, that joy vanished when news broke that Bryson had collapsed and was rushed to the hospital, where he later died. His family later confirmed he had been diagnosed with myocarditis — an inflammation of the heart — which led to the cardiac event.
His sudden passing stunned teammates, friends, and relatives. Elias Vilfort, a nine-year-old teammate and close friend, found solace in honoring Bryson’s memory by drawing “3s” across the infield at Koons Park, representing the number Bryson proudly wore while pitching during games.
