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The wife of NFL executive Alonzo Highsmith has died 'unexpectedly' aged 61.
It was confirmed on Tuesday night, via an emotional statement on social media, that Denise Chong Highsmith had passed away.
The family confirmed that her funeral will be held on Tuesday, October 7th in Houston, Texas. While another memorial will take place in Miami 'in the coming days'.
The family's statement read: 'It is with heavy hearts that we share the unexpected passing of our beloved mother, wife, sister, and friend, Denise Elizabeth Highsmith.
'Denise was truly one of a kind - a fun, loving, and free-spirited soul who embraced everyone without judgment.
'She poured into the lives of others with kindness, laughter, and service, and in doing so, she found joy and fulfillment. To know her was to feel seen, loved, and uplifted.
The wife of NFL executive Alonzo Highsmith, Denise Chong Highsmith, has died aged 61
'Denise will forever be remembered for the light she brought into the world, and her spirit will live on in all of us'.
Denise's cause of death was not confirmed and remains unknown. Her husband Alonzo is yet to comment on the situation.
The couple celebrated their 35th anniversary back in June and were pictured out for dinner together as they marked the occasion.
Denise had shared her own video compilation of pictures together over the years, before captioning it: 'Thirty-five years and here we are!
'To God be the Glory, He has brought us through so much, here’s to couple more forevers…. Luv you long time ‘Lonzo!'.
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