Adriana Retyte, 14, was known for her "warmth, kindness and positive spirit" and was praised by her family as "beautiful" in touching tributes following her death15:25, 20 May 2026The family of a talented schoolgirl has paid an emotional tribute after she was tragically found dead at her home.Adriana Retyte, 14, died two days after emergency services raced to the family home in Ashwellthorpe, in Norfolk, just before 10pm on May 8. An inquest heard how the teen was given CPR at the scene before being transported to Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge where she died.Her mum Greta Sagger, 31, announced her daughter's death in a touching post shared to social media: "It is with broken hearts that we share the loss of our beautiful Adriana," she said.READ MORE: Woman's death in Bristol house explosion where ex also died was 'homicide'READ MORE: Grandad died after hospital revolving door accident left him with 'traumatic' injuries"Details of her service for anyone who was part of her life wishing to join us as we honour and remember her. Thank you to everyone for the love, kindness, and support shown to our family during this incredibly difficult time."In the public tribute shared to Facebook, it added Adriana's funeral will be held tomorrow. Greta is employed as a manager at her husband Ben Sagger's property business Strand Development Limited, a major sponsor of teams like the Taverham Toucans - a girls football team where Adriana was a player.Tributes flooded in for Adriana on a fundraising page that was set up in her memory and to support suicide prevention charity Papyrus. Writing on the appeal page, Sofiia Katrechko said: "It is truly heartbreaking for someone so young, with so much life ahead of her, to be taken too soon."I will always cherish the time I spent with Adriana and the fun memories we shared together. She brought so much joy, laughter and light to the people around her, and those moments will stay with me forever."Adriana was born on February 27, 2012, in Drogheda, Ireland, Norfolk assistant coroner Maeve Sykes confirmed at the inquest. A full inquest into the circumstances surrounding her death is scheduled for 10am on October 16.Adriana was a Year 9 student at the independent Langley School, near Loddon, in Norfolk. The school said in a statement: "Everyone at Langley School has been profoundly saddened by the loss of Adriana Retyte, a Year 9 pupil at Langley Senior School."Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with her family, friends, and all of those impacted by this tragic loss. This is a devastating loss for our whole school community."Adriana was a much-valued and cherished member of the school community, known for her warmth, kindness and positive spirit. She approached her studies with diligence and pride, and was respected by staff and pupils alike for her thoughtful and considerate nature."She also made a significant contribution to wider school life, embracing opportunities in sport, the performing arts and academic work with enthusiasm. Adriana will be remembered with great affection by all who knew her, and she will be deeply missed.Article continues below"We have ensured that appropriate pastoral support is available for all members of our community affected by this sad news, and we will continue to support one another in the days and weeks ahead. As a close-knit school community, we respectfully request that the family's privacy is protected as they come to terms with their loss."Samaritans (116 123 in UK and Ireland) operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year. If you prefer to write down how you're feeling, or if you're worried about being overheard on the phone, you can email Samaritans at jo@samaritans.org.
Family's emotional tribute in full after schoolgirl, 14, found dead at home
Adriana Retyte, 14, was known for her "warmth, kindness and positive spirit" and was praised by her family as "beautiful" in touching tributes following her death






