Michael James Detjen, a family friend of the Roloffs who frequently appeared on TLC's Little People, Big World reality series, died early Thursday morning at the age of 60.
Detjen was transported to Providence St. Vincent Medical Center after experiencing chest pains and passing out Wednesday evening at a Hillsboro Soccer Club meeting, The Oregonian reported Thursday. He died during surgery after suffering a torn aorta.
"It is with the deepest sadness and devastation that we must inform our friends and fans of the passing of our extended family member, Mike Detjen," Matt Roloff wrote Thursday on the family's personal website. "For the past eight years Mike has been a business partner, brother, coach, friend, and confidant. He was truly like an uncle to our kids."
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