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Hero carer, 53, who went viral for heartwarming TikTok dance with raving 102-year-old found dead in her home
A CARE worker who went viral in a heartwarming TikTok dance with a 102-year-old OAP has been found dead at home.
Jeanette McKenna, 53, had worked at the Whitecraigs care home in Barrhead, Glasgow for ten years and was described as "popular" and "selfless" by her colleagues.
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Fun-loving Jeanette became an internet sensation when a TikTok video of her dancing with 102-year-old care home resident Percy Mann went viral.
She was found dead at home on May 7, after police were alerted.
The housing association property was deep cleaned yesterday and neighbours were told to seek medical help in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
Shocked neighbour James Armstrong, 71, said: "She was lovely.
"We spoke to each other all the time. It's sad to lose her."
A spokesman for Whitecraigs care home where she worked said: "We are deeply shocked and saddened at this tragic news."
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"Jeanette was a hugely popular carer, colleague and friend for the past ten years.
"She was absolutely selfless and gave love and support to all residents and families within her care. She will be greatly missed by everyone at Whitecraigs.
"Our heartfelt condolences are with her family, friends and loved ones at this difficult time."
Barrhead Housing Association (BHA) in Glasgow confirmed a deep clean was due to take place yesterday.
Shirley Robison, BHA chief executive, said: "The situation at this address is absolutely tragic and we would always encourage all our tenants and residents to seek medical help if unwell.
"We will follow all health and safety guidance to deal with the property clearance and to reassure neighbouring residents that this will be a co-ordinated approach using a range of contractors, including our close cleaning contractor.";
A spokesman for Police Scotland said: "Officers attended at an address in George Street, Barrhead, at around 7.20pm on Thursday following a call from a member of the public.
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"On arrival, officers found the body of a 53-year-old woman within the property.
"The death is being treated as unexplained but there are not thought to be any suspicious circumstances.
"A report will be submitted to the procurator fiscal."
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