Internet mourns death of pregnant influencer Chloe Stott's husband days after car crash that killed her
LINDON, UTAH: Parker Stott, the husband of pregnant Utah influencer Chloe Stott, 24, who lost her life in a horrific car crash, has also succumbed to his injuries.
Both husband and wife were on their way to Arizona to share their pregnancy news with their families for Christmas, when they collided with a commercial truck on Highway 93 near Wickenburg, Maricopa County, on Wednesday night, December 20, per Daily Mail.
Chloe Stott and her unborn baby boy were pronounced dead at the scene.
Parker was reportedly flown to the Arizona Burn Center in a critical condition and underwent three surgeries, including a leg amputation.
Just recently, Laura Lynch, a founding member of the Dixie Chicks, died in a terrible car accident in Texas.
Who was Chloe Stott?
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Chloe reportedly ran the popular Clover Skin Bar, a boutique medical spa in Northern Utah that caters to aging and acne issues. She and her unborn baby lost their lives at the scene.
Many influencers in Lindon were her clients and paid tribute to her after her death, along with the rest of the esthetician community.
On the day of the accident, she shared sweet photos with Parker on her Instagram and wrote, "You n Me forever Parker."
The couple had been married for four years and frequently expressed their love for each other online.
She also posted regularly about her father, who reportedly died of cancer in 2015, and her visits to Arizona to see her siblings and their children.
How did Chloe Stott's husband die?
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On the eve of Christmas Eve, Parker’s family announced that he had succumbed to his critical injuries at the Arizona Burn Center, where he had three surgeries, one of which was a leg amputation.
"He's the strongest person and has fought so hard. At 6.47 pm, Parker grew his angel wings to fly him to Heaven to be with his sweet love Chloe and their baby," his devasted family shared.
"Early this morning, Parker went in for his third surgery to do some clean up on his burns, as well as start on some skin grafting for his leg," Parker's family shared on social media.
"At the completion of the surgery, the surgeons delivered the news that Parker's injuries were even more extensive than what we were already aware of and the outlook was extremely bleak."
"A few hours later, we received the update that Parker's vitals were dropping and he was going fast."
"We gather around him as a family, kissed him, hugged him, held his hand, told him just how much we loved him and how proud we were of him. He is the strongest person and has fought so hard."
GoFundMe launched: 'Parker and Chloe Forever'
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As they arrived at their home, the couple's family shared a video of a group of people who seemed to have gathered for a surprise memorial for Chloe and Parker.
The couple had raised $202,876 USD out of their $250,000 goal in a fundraiser and they were about to share their pregnancy news with their family when the tragic crash occurred.
"They had just found out they were pregnant and were so excited to be parents and share the news with their loved ones over Christmas," the GoFundMe page said.
Online community grappling with grief
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The online community grieves for the loss of Chloe Stott, her spouse Parker, and their baby who was not born yet.
"So much sadness this time of year," a user said on X.
The famous @thedallasaesthetician account handled by Savanna Boda commented on Chloe's Instagram post, "Rest in peace Chloe. 🥺 you will be missed."
"Rest in peace Parker!!! I’m glad u can be with ur wife and son now!" said another person.
"Her dad is holding her and her baby boy rn! 😭 Praying for this fam! ❤️❤️" stated another.
"I don’t know you, but I can’t stop thinking of you today and my heart is broken. Your family is in my prayers. Rest in peace with your sweet baby. 💗 sending all my deepest condolences," added another.
The page @skinsolutionsbyrachel run by Rachel DiGiacomo said, "The caption.. these photos…just makes it so much more gut wrenching. Rest easy angel 🪽"
A donor on the fundriser page shared heartfelt words in the comment section, "God bless these 3 beautiful souls. I am so sorry this happend, absolutely heart breaking. I do not know these sweet people, I just came across the story and it has left my heart so heavy. Praying for the family and loved ones ❤️."
Another donor wrote, "You couldn’t be around Parker without laughing and feeling of his joy of life. Love the Stotts and praying for your family."
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