I don't think it was mentioned but he unfortunately contracted viral encephalitis. His immune system started attacking his brain cells which led to symptoms (hallucinations and seizures) about 3 weeks ago. The seizures got worse and he ended up in a coma. The family had to make the terrible decision to remove him off life support on Monday at 5:15pm PST.
1 in a 500,000 chance apparently to die from this. The one thing we can all take solace in is that Eddie really knew how to enjoy life, which was evident from his adventures.
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