1000-lb Sisters star dies age 37 following aggressive cancer diagnosis just months prior
Her family is 'crushed' by her passing
1000-lbs Sisters star Katie Slaton, who was the cousin of Amy and Tammy, has sadly passed away aged 37 after an aggressive cancer diagnosis.
It was announced only a few months ago that she had been diagnosed with stage four gastric adenocarcinoma.
Katie featured on the 1000-lb Sister show alongside Amy and Tammy, with their sister Amanda announcing the news of Katie’s death earlier this week.
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She wrote on Instagram: “It [is] with a completely crushed heart and spirit that I have to post this. My little cousin went to sit at the feet of Jesus yesterday.
“She was a force to be reckoned with and showed love that was accepting and given freely. She was the life of the [party] and my best friend.”
She continued: “I know both our grandparents and friends was there to welcome you home. Please pray for my aunt uncle and cousins but mostly for the babies and for Natalie to be strong. Please pray for everyone whom loves her. Thank you all who has come out and supported her.”
Her passing comes just one day after Amanda had asked her followers to pray for Katie, writing: “Please whisper a prayer for our family as we continue to support [Katie]. I am so thankful to be allowed to stand by your side.”
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