Spencer Webb’s girlfriend, Kelly Kay, has announced her pregnancy in an emotional update, just weeks after his death.
The college athlete and Oregon Ducks tight end died last month at the age of 22, with fans of the sport stunned by the news.
Taking to Instagram, his beloved partner shared that she is set to welcome their first child together in a tragic post.
She shared a selection of pictures from her announcement shoot, dressed simply in a black crop top and matching underwear as she held up a sign showing her baby scan.
‘Coming soon. Baby Webb,’ it read.
Alongside the upload, she wrote: ‘We created an angel before heaven gained one. All you ever wanted was to be a father…I know you’ll be the best one from up above.
‘Can’t believe I have to do it without you but knowing I’ll have a piece of you keeps me going.
‘I can’t wait to meet the person that’s half you, half me. I love you forever, both of you.’
The expectant mom also posted a screengrab of a text message chain with her late partner, in which they discussed having children at one point.
Webb died last month after a cliff-diving accident, with the Lane County Sheriff’s Office confirming the news in a statement.
A spokesperson explained that authorities responded the scene after receiving a report of an injured person.
‘Upon arrival, deputies learned that a 22 year old male recreating in the area fell and struck his head,’ the message read.
‘Bystanders and responding paramedics were unable to revive him. Lane County Sheriff Search and Rescue personnel responded to assist with bringing him back to the roadway as he was approximately 100 yards down a steep trail.
‘There is no evidence of foul play and his death appears to be accidental. The victim’s name is being withheld at this time pending next of kin notification.’
Kay later paid tribute to Webb in a touching Instagram post.
‘My best friend my twin flame the love of my life. I’ve never loved anything as much as I love you,’ she said in July, beside a string of photos of them together. ‘You were my everything, you gave me purpose, you showed me what it’s like to be cherished and valued and seen for me.
‘We had so many big plans. I don’t know where to go from here but I know you’ll be watching over me keeping me strong. You always put everybody else before yourself and I’ll try to hold the same kindness in my heart.
‘From this life to the next one baby I love you so much and I’ll find you again.’
