Tragedy as young model dies in popular brewery
A young woman has died suddenly at a popular Sydney brewery.
Savana Calvo, 27 tragically passed away at the Young Henry's brewery in Newtown at about 11.30pm last Wednesday.
Her death is not being treated as suspicious, but her loved ones have revealed she had been going through "trying times" before her death.
“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Savana, 27,” the model's friend Adam St John-Foti wrote online.
“She was a cherished daughter, sister and friend who brought so much love and light into all of our lives.
“She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
“Those who knew her best, knew that she was went through some trying time these past in recent times that led to her tragic passing.”
Friends have rallied around her family, with St John-Foti setting up a GoFundMe page, which has so far raised over $28,000 to help her family cope with funeral costs.
He added that he family were "spellbound" by the outpouring of support.
“Your generosity will make a meaningful difference in ensuring that Savana is laid to rest with the dignity, respect, and celebration she deserves,” the page read.
“We also appreciate your thoughts, prayers, and messages of support during this difficult time.
“Your kindness means the world to Savana’s family as we navigate through our grief.”
Another friend of the model has remembered her as a “smiling and a kind gentle soul” who would “be missed so much".
“Fly high beautiful angel. I haven’t stopped thinking of you since I found out about your passing ... I will miss you Savvy.”
Coopers Hotel, another Newtown institution has also paid tribute to Calvo, saying: “It is with heavy hearts that Newtown grieves the loss of a beloved member of its community Savana C."
“Sav’s family has started a go fund me to help with funeral costs, please donate if you can.”
Young Henrys was closed to the public on Thursday with police spotted on the outside. There is no suggestion of any wrongdoing by the brewery.
Images: GoFundMe/ Instagram