In memory of those who 'died suddenly' in the United States, September 5-September 12
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In memory of those who 'died suddenly' in the United States, September 5-September 12
Standup comic David A. Arnold (54); a high school football player (and two coaches); three cops (and a police cadet); four educators; eight killed in four "vaxxidents"; a VA nurse (48); and many more
UNITED STATES
David A. Arnold dead at 54 – Top comedian & Netflix star dies ‘suddenly’ as family say they are ‘shocked’ by his passing
September 8, 2022
(Britney L. Small)
Comedian David A. Arnold has died suddenly at the age of 54, his family has confirmed. The Netflix star passed away on September 7 while he was on a comedy tour.
Family members revealed that Arnold died “peacefully” at his home. Coroners have ruled that the funnyman died from natural causes. Arnold was three stops into a national comedy tour when he died, Deadline reported. His pal Chris Spencer said: "Our closely knit comedy community mourns the loss of one of the greatest to ever do it. He was admired by his peers, respected by other veterans, and looked up to by the burgeoning comedians that he mentored." Spencer said Arnold would be "deeply missed".
No cause of death reported.
https://www.thesun.ie/tvandshowbiz/9374710/david-a-arnold-dead-comedian-star/
Arnold was very likely "vaccinated":
David A. Arnold "It Ain't For The Weak" - A Netflix Comedy Taping
This show is a filmed Netflix production special. In order to enter YOU WILL NEED TO SHOW PROOF OF FULL VACCINATION AND RECEIVE A RAPID TEST ON SITE BEFORE ENTRY.
https://www.playhousesquare.org/events/detail/david-a-arnold-it-aint-for-the-weak
Tori Spelling says late friend Scout Masterson was 'taken way too soon'
September 13, 2022
Tori Spelling says her late friend Scout Masterson was “taken way too soon”. The former ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ star paid tribute to her family friend and publicist on social media following his death on Sunday aged 48 and shared a gallery of photographs including Scout, his husband Bill Horn and their children, Simone and Boz. The 49-year-old actress wrote on Instagram this week: “I mean - A phrase no one said better than @scoutmasterson. That feeling that if you don't put something into words that others can read then it isn't real? How can this be real? I struggled with this post today. But, sadly it is real. Yesterday, our friend Scout passed away. This unbelievably kind human who was the best dad, husband, son, dog dad, friend, and Guncle was taken way too soon." Tori added that Scout’s children Simone and Boz "were his world".
No cause of death reported.
Hollywood Makeup Artist Dead 9 Days After Monkeypox Vaccine
September 12, 2022
There have been no recorded deaths so far from those diagnosed with monkeypox, but we now have our first report of someone who died shortly following a monkeypox vaccine. Michael Mosher, a Hollywood makeup artist, has died 9 days after receiving a monkeypox vaccine, according to social media posts. He was reportedly vaccinated for monkeypox on August 25, 2022, and then “died suddenly” on September 3, 2022. Mosher was also a fan of the COVID-19 shots and fully vaccinated for COVID, while ridiculing “anti-vaxxers” who refused to get the shots.
https://healthimpactnews.com/2022/hollywood-makeup-artist-dead-9-days-after-monkeypox-vaccine/
Cancer survivor Barbara Ehrenreich died after suffering a stroke:
Reported on September 2:
Barbara Ehrenreich, 'Nickel and Dimed' author and activist, dies at 81
September 2, 2022
Barbara Ehrenreich, the muckraking author, activist and journalist who in such notable works as “Nickel and Dimed” and “Bait and Switch” challenged conventional thinking about class, religion and the very idea of an American dream, has died at age 81. Ehrenreich died Thursday morning in Alexandria, Virginia, according to her son, the author and journalist Ben Ehrenreich. She had recently suffered a stroke. “She was, she made clear, ready to go,” Ben Ehrenreich tweeted Friday. “She was never much for thoughts and prayers, but you can honor her memory by loving one another, and by fighting like hell.”
Barbara Ehrenreich was a Montana native, raised in a union household where family rules included “never cross a picket line and never vote Republican.”
A prolific author who regularly turned out books and newspaper and magazine articles, she was a longtime proponent of liberal causes from economic equality to abortion rights. For “Nickel and Dimed,” one of her best known books, she worked in minimum wage jobs so she could learn firsthand the struggles of the working poor, whom she called “the major philanthropists of our society.”
“They neglect their own children so that the children of others will be cared for; they live in substandard housing so that other homes will be shiny and perfect; they endure privation so that inflation will be low and stock prices high,” she wrote. “To be a member of the working poor is to be an anonymous donor, a nameless benefactor, to everyone.”
Jorja Fleezanis, longtime concertmaster for Minnesota Orchestra, dies at 70
September 13, 2022
Violinist Jorja Fleezanis brought warmth, joy and passion to the music she played, the audiences who experienced it, and her interactions with those who knew her. The Minnesota Orchestra's longest-tenured concertmaster died suddenly at age 70 on Saturday at her home in Lake Leelanau, Mich., where she had recently retired. The Minnesota Orchestra's first female concertmaster was the second woman to reach that level of leadership with a major American orchestra. "Jorja was a wonderful musician, and she had so much passion and love for music," said Osmo Vanska, the last of three Minnesota Orchestra music directors under whom she served. "She was always open-minded when speaking about life, food and wine, new ideas and, of course, music."
No cause of death reported.
Zoltán Patay, chair of diagnostic imaging at St. Jude, dies at 65
September 09, 2022
Memphis, Tenn. - St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital mourns the loss of Zoltán Patay, MD, PhD, chair of the Department of Diagnostic Imaging. Dr. Patay died suddenly July 22, while visiting family in Budapest. He was 65. From the time he joined St. Jude as chief of the Neuroradiology Section in 2007, Dr. Patay was instrumental in growing what was then the Diagnostic Imaging Division into what is now the Department of Diagnostic Imaging.
Known worldwide for his work in pediatric brain tumor imaging, Dr. Patay frequently shared his expertise in international forums, helping improve diagnostic and therapeutic imaging-based assessments and treatments far beyond the walls of St. Jude. His work set comprehensive imaging standards for pediatric tumors of the brain, spinal cord, skull base, and head and neck.
No cause of death reported.
https://cancerletter.com/obituary/20220909_7/
NRC columnist Cecile Janssens passed away
September 9, 2022
NRC columnist Cecile Janssens (professor of translational epidemiology at Emory University in Atlanta) passed away yesterday from the effects of acute leukemia. She also wrote columns in the Dutch Journal of Medicine (NTvG). In her last column for NRC (on 24 June) she wrote from her sick bed: 'What helps me to get through this well is to let go of things and focus on what does help. Rest in my mind, stay relaxed and refresh myself with the incredible mountain of support I get."
No age reported.
https://www.villamedia.nl/artikel/nrc-columnist-cecile-janssens-overleden
GONE TOO SOON: Who was Ready Gunner owner, Neal Currey?
September 12, 2022
Tragically, it was announced in September 2022, that its owner, Neal Currey, died at the age of 42. Neal Currey was the owner of Utah's Ready Gunner. Outside of being known as Ready Gunner's owner, Currey is known for his career as a firearms influencer. He can often be found posting about his life and weapons on Instagram to over 65,000 followers. Prior to social media, Currey served as an Army Ranger with the 2nd battalion 75 Ranger Regiment and completed five tours in the Middle East between 2004 and 2009.
Currey's death was first reported by his wife, Casey, in a touching tribute. "It is with heavy hearts that we announce that our treasured Neal Currey passed away on September 10, 2022," she wrote on social media just days after spending time outdoors at Lake Powell. "To know Neal was to love him. We have lost a wonderful husband, father, son, brother and friend. We will never be the same without Neal in our lives."
No cause of death reported.
https://www.the-sun.com/news/6203766/ready-gunner-owner-neal-currey-dead/
A high school football player “died suddenly”:
High School Football Player Dies After Going Unconscious During Game: 'We Love You So Much'
September 7, 2022
A Texas high school football player has died following an injury he sustained during a junior varsity game last week. Yahir Cancino, a student at Dalhart High School, lost consciousness during a game on Sept. 1, according to a letter from Dalhart ISD Superintendent Jeff Byrd that was shared on social media. Cancino's family said the athlete was playing in the final quarter of the game when the incident occurred. Per NBC affiliate KCBD, emergency personnel tried to revive Cancino, but the decision was made to airlift him to a local hospital. On Facebook, Cancino's mother, Araceli Hernandez, said her son died of his injuries a day later.
No age or cause of death reported.
Two coaches “died suddenly”:
Centre College head men's golf coach David Jones, 36, passes away
September 7, 2022
The men’s golf team at Centre College is mourning the loss of its coach just days into the new season. The Division III school located in Danville, Kentucky, announced that 36-year-old head coach David Jones passed away Tuesday evening, just two days after the Colonels finished fourth at the Transylvania Fall Invitational to start the 2022-23 season.
No cause of death reported.
Centre College’s “vaccination” policy:
Like most highly residential campuses, we continue to require students to have the base vaccination for COVID-19 (both shots of a two-shot regimen, or one shot of a one-shot regimen), and we strongly encourage students to keep up to date with booster shots as they are eligible for them and as they are released. We strongly encourage all faculty and staff members to be vaccinated and boosted as well.
https://www.centre.edu/coronavirus/
West Boca Youth Baseball plans candelight vigil to honor Coach Nick, 38
September 9, 2022
When the West Boca 9U All-Stars reached the semifinals of the Cal Ripken World Series this past summer, it was a huge win for the program. Nick Maddaloni, who served as both coach of the 9U team and president of the West Boca Youth Baseball League, played an instrumental role in the success, stating at the time that they always wanted to hang a banner on the outfield fences. Now, the league is in mourning as plans are underway to hang a banner on all the outfield fences honoring their beloved leader who died suddenly just one day before his 39th birthday. He leaves behind his wife Melody and son, Nico, 9. His cause of death has not been announced.
Four educators “died suddenly”:
Unexpected death of high school teacher announced by Saline schools
September 13, 2022
Saline, MI - A longtime Saline High School teacher and area volleyball coach died unexpectedly Monday, Sept. 12, the district announced in a message to families. Trisca Beasley, 55, taught math at the high school for 21 years, the district noted in the message, and was involved in a number of extracurricular activities including coaching volleyball at Manchester High School and overseeing Saline High School’s Math Club. Saline Area Schools Superintendent Steve Laatsch expressed sympathy for Beasley’s family, along with her friends, fellow teachers, students and support staff, noting that Beasley will “be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.” A cause of death was not provided by the district.
Northwest ISD trustees to meet Thursday following sudden death of Superintendent
September 13, 2022
Dallas, Texas - The Northwest school district trustees will hold a special meeting Thursday to discuss their next steps following last week's sudden death of Superintendent David Hicks who was in his first year in the Northwest District. Hicks died Friday at the age of 55 from what the district will only describe as a "medical emergency."
https://www.audacy.com/krld/news/local/northwest-isd-trustees-meet-following-death-superintendent
Longtime College District Trustee Dies From Sudden Illness
September 13, 2022
San Joaquin Delta College, CA, trustee Teresa Brown has died, according an announcement Monday from college officials. Brown, of Tracy, died on Sunday from a sudden illness, according to the announcement. She had served nearly 14 years on the college district's board representing the college district's Area 6, which includes Tracy and Mountain House, and was first elected to her position in 2008. During her time on the board, she worked toward providing access to students in the south county. She was also known throughout the state for helping to develop the Excellence in Trusteeship Program for new trustees to improve their skills, according to the announcement.
"I am saddened by the news of the sudden death of longtime trustee Dr. Teresa Brown," Delta College Board President Charles Jennings said. "Her commitment to the San Joaquin Delta Community College District is commendable as is her influence in community college issues. Her loss will be felt statewide, too, as a longtime member and highly regarded presenter for the Community College League of California."
No age or cause of death reported.
https://www.sfgate.com/news/bayarea/article/Longtime-College-District-Trustee-Dies-From-17437643.php
Sudden Death of Wylie ISD Teacher ‘Devastates' District, Vigil Tuesday
September 12, 2022
The sudden death of a 5th-grade teacher in Wylie, Texas, described as a "bright light" has "devastated" the district, according to statements shared publicly Monday. Lacie Moore, a teacher at Davis Intermediate School in Wylie died Sunday night, according to the school's principal Cody Summers. Summers confirmed the teacher's death and said support staff would be at the school for students, staff and families, as needed. "We are sharing this news with our families as many stories and feelings may be expressed on social media and in the community. Mrs. Moore was a bright light and a beloved member of our Davis family. We cannot express how deeply she will be missed, and we ask that you join us in keeping her family and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers as they grieve this heartbreaking loss," Summers said.
No age or cause of death reported.
https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/sudden-death-of-wylie-isd-teacher-devastates-district/3070367/
Three cops and a police cadet “died suddenly”:
Parma police officer dies on the way to work
September 13, 2022
Parma, Ohio — Parma police officers are mourning the death of a 29-year officer, who died unexpectedly Monday. Sgt. Nicholas M. Hunter suffered a medical emergency while on his way to work on Monday, Sept. 12, the department confirmed Tuesday. Hunter joined the Parma Police Department in April 1993 and was promoted to sergeant in November 2003, according to a news release. He was the department’s ranking sergeant and has received several commendations during his career. “He was well-liked by his subordinate officers, as well as his peers and supervisors,” reads the release. “Sgt. Hunter will be greatly missed by all.”
No age or cause of death reported.
https://fox8.com/news/29-year-parma-officer-mourned-after-unexpected-death/
Shelton police mourn ‘sudden’ death of officer, 41
September 9, 2022
Shelton, Conn. — A member of the city’s police department died suddenly while off-duty on Thursday, officials said. Shelton Police Lt. Robert Kozlowsky confirmed Officer Jesse Butwell, 41, of Naugatuck, died at Waterbury Hospital. Kozlowsky did not provide further details aside from saying Butwell’s death was “sudden.” “It is with deep regret and profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Officer Jesse Butwell,” Shelton police wrote on Facebook. “Condolences to his parents and family.”
Butwell, a firearms instructor, loved the outdoors, Kozlowsky said, adding that he was an avid fisherman and enjoyed hiking. “Jesse was a dedicated officer who had a positive attitude and cared for others,” Kozlowsky said. “More importantly, he developed close friendships with many of his coworkers and was well-liked by all members of the department. He was always willing to help his fellow employees,” Kozlowsky added. “This was one of the reasons he was selected as the training officer.”
PA Police Officer Who Served 3 Departments Over 30 Years, Vietnam Veteran Dies Suddenly
September 9, 2022
A Vietnam veteran and police officer who served his community in multiple counties for over 30 years died suddenly on Sept. 5, authorities say. Retired police officer Ronald E. Stiles, 74, of East Hanover Township, served with the Carroll Township Police Department from July 2003 until August 2015, the department said in a release on Friday, Sept. 9. During received numerous service awards and commendations during his 12 years of service including the Carroll Township Police Department Officer of the Year Award of 2009. "Stiles took great pride in teaching the D.A.R.E. program to the students in the Northern York County School District," as stated in the release. Prior to his time with the Carroll Township Police Department, he was an officer with the Latimore Township and York Springs police departments in Adams County. He was a member of the Pennsylvania National Giard and was a Vietnam Army Veteran, according to his obituary.
No cause of death reported.
Georgia trooper cadet collapses, dies after training exercise
September 9 2022
The Georgia Department of Public Safety said a trooper cadet died after a training exercise Thursday. The GDPS said Trooper Cadet Patrick Dupree was performing an exercise with members of the 113th Trooper School at the GPS training center in Forsyth. After he finished the exercise, Dupree collapsed and lifesaving measures were performed by trained medical staff on site. Dupree was rushed to the hospital, where he died.
“The Department of Public Safety sends its sincerest condolences and prayers to the family and co-workers of Trooper Cadet Dupree,” officials wrote on Facebook. “We ask that you keep Trooper Cadet Dupree’s family in your prayers as they cope with the loss of their loved one.”
No cause of death reported.
Two first responders “died suddenly”:
Montezuma County public servant Tim Lanier dies unexpectedly
September 12, 2022
Tim Lanier, a longtime Montezuma County, CO, rancher and public servant, has died. Lanier, of Pleasant View, a candidate for the District 1 seat for the Montezuma County Board of County Commissioners but lost by a slim margin to incumbent Jim Candelaria in the Republican primary June 28. He died unexpectedly Friday at Mercy Regional Medical Center in Durango, CO, during chemotherapy treatment for cancer, said his daughter Stephanie Fry. Lanier, 65, had battled cancer before, and was receiving treatment for the recurring disease. “It was unexpected for all of us,” Fray said. “He was the nicest and most gentle man in the world.” Lanier was a lifetime resident of the county. He served 12 years on the Montezuma-Cortez School District Re-1 Board of Education from 2004 to 2016, including four years as president. He also was a firefighter and EMT on the Pleasant View Fire Department and had been serving on the board of Farmers Telecommunications Inc. Lanier was named Stockman of the Year by the Southwest Colorado Livestock Association.
https://www.the-journal.com/articles/montezuma-county-public-servant-tim-lanier-dies-unexpectedly/
Ventura Firefighter Mourned
September 11, 2022
Ventura, California - Matthew Clapsaddle, 59, died Aug. 20 of a sudden medical emergency while in Hawaii, fire officials said, where a procession was held in his honor. The firefighter-paramedic had served with the Ventura Fire Department since 1994. Ventura Fire Chief David Endaya said in a statement it was "truly heartbreaking" to lose a teammate and friend. "Matt was a positive and dedicated leader who brought so much joy and energy to our fire family," Endaya said. "We hold Matt's family in our hearts and will continue to lift them up as they navigate this unexpected path."
A friend and co-worker of Matthew Clapsaddle posted on Facebook:
Last week while celebrating his 25th wedding anniversary in Maui Matt unexpectedly and tragically suffered a fatal cardiac event.
https://www.facebook.com/FireBrotherhood/posts/6253993021300969
25 people have drowned in New York State this summer (an article that doesn’t mention “vaccination”):
'Wake-up call': Drownings surge in New York
September 11, 2022
Stillwater — A helicopter hung low over Saratoga Lake on Sept. 1 as onlookers strained their eyes toward dark, choppy water. Yet the hope at Brown’s Beach dissolved into despair after the aircraft lifted up, twirled around and landed as rescue boats appeared to locate their target. The grief rippled through the group.
It’s a scene that has repeated itself across New York during an unseasonably hot and dry summer that has seen people flock to rivers, lakes and pools to seek relief from record temperatures. The number of drownings in the state is at the highest level in decades.
State Police have investigated 25 fatal drownings statewide this summer between Memorial Day and Labor Day, a 67 percent increase over the same time period last year when 15 people drowned (the tally, which was provided to the Times Union, does not include the investigations in which county sheriff’s departments have taken the lead, which drives fatalities even higher). Troopers handled 16 investigations in 2020 and nine the previous year.
Zooming out, there is a degree of clarity when examining federal statistics. Drownings statewide in 2020 — the most recent year for which federal data is available — increased 32 percent over the year before, jumping to 242 from 184, which is the median average dating back over two decades. The fatalities, which include all fatal water deaths, are the highest since at least 1999 when the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention database began.
“This is really a (nationwide) trend that has turned around the continued slow decrease of fatal drownings in this country since 2019,” said Dr. Linda Quan, a professor of pediatrics at the University of Washington School of Medicine.
Drownings nationwide had dipped 32 percent over the past decade before the reversal. Quan attributed the surge to a confluence of factors, including people seeking to beat back pandemic boredom, rising temperatures, increasingly affordable amateur watercraft and a lack of universal water safety programs.
Two more mysterious drownings:
Dublin native, prominent Atlanta attorney, dies in drowning accident
September 13, 2022
Macon, Ga. - An accomplished Atlanta-area attorney from Dublin has died after drowning at St. Simons Island. Glynn County Coroner Marc Neu confirmed that 55-year-old Page Anthony Pate died Sunday after being transported to a hospital in Brunswick. His drowning was deemed an accident. Pate is survived by his wife, sons, parents, and younger brother. Throughout his more than 25-year career, Pate won numerous awards, such as being recognized as a "Super Lawyer" since 2008. He had made appearances on national and local news outlets including CNN and Georgia Public Broadcasting. He also helped found the Georgia Innocence Project, an organization that assists the wrongfully convicted.
‘She had the most kind heart’: Third family member in White Lake drowning dies
Sep. 12, 2022
Nasrin Amin, 21, had been on life support since attempting to rescue her brother and brother-in-law two weeks ago. Nasrin Amin died on Sept. 10 at Bellevue Hospital after drowning in White Lake, NY, on Aug. 28. She had plans to become a nurse. “She would have wanted the world to be a better place,” her brother said.
On Aug. 28 in the Sullivan County town of Bethel, Nasrin Amin, 21, jumped into the water at White Lake despite not knowing how to swim. Amin, who was on vacation with her family from Long Island, was trying to save her younger brother, Basir, and her brother-in-law, Afrid, who’d gone under the surface at about 2 p.m. Both men were pronounced dead that day. [paywall]
Emporia loses an icon in F. Woodrow Harris
September 9, 2022
The Emporia-Greensville [VA] community lost an icon at approximately 2:30 a.m. Friday when F. Woodrow (Woody) Harris died suddenly in his home. Harris, 65, served more than 30 years as an Emporia City Councilman representing District 4. He was appointed to numerous boards and commissions by Virginia governors and other leaders in the state and Southside Virginia region. In 2000, Harris served as president of the Virginia Municipal League, a statewide nonprofit, nonpartisan association of city, town, and county governments. The new president graced the cover of the VML magazine, moving a chess piece on a chess board. The chess photo choice could not have been better played. "He played real chess and was a chess champion," Harris' wife of 23 years, Carla Harris, said. "He said he played political chess, and politics was like a chess game."
No cause of death reported.
https://www.emporiaindependentmessenger.com/news/article_65038bce-3050-11ed-afba-93fe79486c64.html
A VA nurse “died suddenly”:
Alicia Renea Mills, 48
September 6, 2022
Alicia Renea Mills, age 48, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Sunday, September 04, 2022. She graduated from the University of Tennessee, where she was member of the Pride of The Southland Marching Band. After graduating with a degree in nursing, she worked in trauma and intensive care units in hospitals in half a dozen states as a travel nurse. After moving back home to Knoxville she acquired a job at the Knoxville VA Medical Center. She had a passion for the outdoors. She was an avid runner and enjoyed hiking, bicycling, and gardening. Alicia was also an artist, and loved making jewelry and painting.
No cause of death reported.
https://bridgesfuneralhome.com/obituary/alicia-renea-mills/
The VA mandates covid "vaccination" for all Veterans Health Administration employees:
‘Passionate, Dedicated’ Toms River Father Of 5, Iraq Army Veteran Dies Suddenly, 38
September 8, 2022
Kindhearted, passionate, and dedicated Toms River father of five and Iraq army veteran John Czajkowski died unexpectedly on Thursday, Sept. 1. He was 38. Born in Secaucus, John spent most of his life living in Toms River, NJ, his obituary says. John was remembered as a loving and caring father who always put others before himself. John also served in Iraq in the United States Army and was honorably discharged as a sergeant.
No cause of death reported.
Reported on August 30:
Deadly car crashes continue to rise
August 30, 2022
Springfield, Mass. – The number of deadly car crashes has already hit record highs for the year, and the sharp increase is puzzling safety experts.
What might be the most confusing for experts is that there are fewer people on the roads than there were before the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite lower traffic volumes, accidents keep happening at a greater frequency.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, deadly crashes hit their highest quarterly total in the first three months of this year- seven percent higher than the first quarter of 2021 and 22 percent higher than in 2019.
That reverses a pre-pandemic trend, which saw traffic deaths drop for three consecutive years going into 2020.
22News spoke with Mark Schieldrop of AAA Northeast, who said the uptick in dangerous driving behaviors can be attributed to several factors, “It is likely that when the pandemic began and lockdowns happened, the roads were empty and people found that they could drive upwards of 100 mph. The other issue is that the number of citations overall seems to be going down at the same time.”
There is also a trend of decreased traffic enforcement. A 2021 study of 1,000 police officers found that 60 percent of them were less likely to stop a vehicle during the pandemic than they were before 2020.
Records indicate that people are driving without a seat belt, above the speed limit, and while impaired at higher rates than before the pandemic began. Experts say it is also possible that more people are texting and using their cell phones while driving, possibly contributing to more deadly crashes.
Mark said that reversing this trend starts with drivers slowing down, maintaining a safe following distance and simply being courteous to others sharing the road.
https://www.wwlp.com/news/massachusetts/deadly-car-crashes-continue-to-rise/
Eight died in four “vaxxidents”:
Four Dead in Rollinsford, New Hampshire, Head-On Crash
September 5, 2022
Four men including three from South Berwick were killed in a head-on crash between a mini-van and an SUV Sunday night (September 4) in Rollinsford. Rollinsford Police said a 2014 Subaru Forester traveling eastbound on Portland Avenue (Route 4) crossed into the westbound lanes and into oncoming traffic, colliding with a 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan around 8:30 p.m. The man driving the Subaru, the only person in the vehicle, and an adult male passenger in the Dodge were pronounced dead at the scene. The man driving the Dodge and an adult male passenger were taken to hospitals with life-threatening injuries, and were pronounced dead. Rollinsford Fire Chief Mark Rutherford told Seacoast Current that the Subaru was driving erratically before the crash. Its speed has not yet been determined. The Subaru burst into flames at impact, according to Rutherford.
https://seacoastcurrent.com/4-die-in-rollinsford-nh-head-on-crash/
Fatal Crash Into Utility Pole in Yorkshire, NY, Under Investigation
September 11, 2022
Yorkshire, New York - A fatal one-car crash in Cattaraugus County is under investigation. Emergency responders were called to State Route 16 (NY-16) near Worden Road in Yorkshire, New York at approximately 10:30 pm on Friday, September 9, 2022 for a report of a crash involving a single vehicle. When New York State Police arrived on the scene they found a 2008 Pontiac G5 had crashed into a utility pole.
According to a written release from the New York State Police, the car was being driven north and "was observed by multiple witnesses operating erratically before it exited the eastern shoulder of the road causing it to go airborne and strike a utility pole. The driver, Jarrett D. Kile, 30 of Arcade, NY and front seat passenger, Willie J. Boyles, 33 of Delevan, NY were ejected from the vehicle." Another passenger, identified as 31-year-old Amber L. Cosentino of Delevan, New York, was in the backseat of the vehicle. The NYSP says that the Cattaraugus County Coroner pronounced Kile, the driver, deceased at the scene.
Boyle, the front seat passenger, was brought to Bertrand Chaffee Hospital in Springville, New York. He later succumbed to his injuries. Cosentino, the rear seat passenger, was brought to Erie County Medical Center with multiple injuries and was listed in critical condition according to police.
It is not known at this time what caused the driver to appear to have been driving erratically, as recounted by witnesses, and ultimately lose control of the vehicle.
Woman fatally injured in I-15 crash near Tremonton, three-year-old seriously injured
September 8, 2022
A minivan passenger died on Tuesday after being ejected from the vehicle on I-15 near Tremonton, Utah. Around 5:30 p.m., according to a news release from the Utah Department of Public Safety, a Ford Freestar minivan with six occupants was headed northbound at a speed purportedly far below the posted speed limit. Traveling in the right lane, the minivan “was rear-ended by a Freightliner semi,” the news release states. The minivan spun off the right side of the road and rolled, authorities wrote, ejecting a 27-year-old woman and a three-year-old child who were not wearing safety restraints. All occupants were transported to a local hospital, according to the release, where the woman died from injures sustained during the crash. The three-year-old was airlifted to another hospital, authorities wrote, while the remaining four did not sustain significant injuries.
Sgt. Cameron Roden, the public information officer with the Utah Highway Patrol, said the driver was 29 years old and the remaining uninjured occupants were all under the age of 11. The most recent updates given to Roden indicated the three-year-old was in the hospital in serious condition.
Roden said the minivan was “half-on, half-off the road” when the collision occurred, and the truck driver told troopers the minivan appeared suddenly prior to crash. Roden said there were no immediate indicators of intoxication for either party.
Roden said the incident involved some “unique twists,” and was still under investigation. According to the release, the minivan was reported to authorities prior to the accident for having been parked in the emergency lane, though troopers could not find the minivan on the roadway. The minivan was later located at a gas station, authorities wrote, where the driver was contacted and the incident was cleared. “Shortly after the Trooper cleared the incident is when the crash occurred,” the news release states. “There’s still a lot to look into,” Roden said, encouraging the public to report reckless drivers by calling 9-1-1 or a local dispatch.
Student pilot and instructor die during flight lesson
September 10, 2022
A flight instructor from Santa Monica [CA] Flyers, a flight school located at the airport, and a student were killed while trying to land following an introductory flight lesson at about 4:25 p.m. on Thursday afternoon. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Accident Investigator Eliott Simpson said the flight took off at about 3:30 p.m., flew along the coast for about an hour and everything appeared normal during the landing approach before the plane suddenly climbed and crashed. “We have witness statements and video at the airport indicating that airplane, shortly after or possibly just before touch down, pitched into the air aggressively nose up, climbed to about a hundred feet and rolled back to the ground,” he said. Firefighters were assisted by the Santa Monica Police, Santa Monica Airport Operations, and NTSB. There were no impacts to Santa Monica neighborhoods.
https://smdp.com/2022/09/10/student-pilot-and-instructor-die-during-flight-lesson/
Support the family of Dolores Michelle Krabec
September 10, 2022
Indiantown, FL - Sadly and suddenly, Dolores Michelle Krabec passed away on Friday, September 9th. She was a wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandma, wonderful person, and dear friend. Dorrie was always the first to arrive when help was needed, and I am now asking for help to support her family in this great time of loss. Any support you can provide would be helpful. Services are in the planning stages, as this is an unexpected and tragic loss.
Dorrie was an active member of her community of Indiantown, 4-H programs, Pony Club and horse rescue. Writing this is not something I have ever expected I would have to do, so I have no words, and there are just no words that describe the kind of friend she was. Dorrie was family first as she spent countless hours driving to horse shows, homeschooling, and just all-around super mom. She will be missed dearly by all who knew her. She left behind a husband, two daughters, three sons, a daughter n law, a grandson, a mother, a father, a sister, an extended family and countless friends.
Twitter: Krabec reportedly died of a heart attack and was in her 50s:
Family and friends mourn Cape Coral restaurant owner who died while working
September 12, 2022
The community is mourning the loss of a Cape Coral, FL, restaurant owner, philanthropist, and family man, Tony Serrago. His loved ones say he suddenly died while working at his restaurant “Anthony’s on the BLVD” last Friday. Manager, Hope Shepherd said, “We loved him and we miss him. It’s like a dream almost that we hope to wake up and he’s still going to be here but that’s not the case sadly.” Serrago, 65, had plans to leave for a European cruise Monday morning. Instead, his long-time girlfriend Denise, and restaurant staff set up a memorial with balloons, flowers, and a signature board to honor his legacy. The restaurant is now closed until further notice as the family puts together funeral arrangements.
No cause of death reported.
Longtime NASCAR Figure Died at 57 on Sunday Morning
September 11, 2022
NASCAR Cup Series team JTG Daugherty Racing lost a member of its crew on Sunday morning. JR Hollar, a hauler driver for the team for nearly a decade, passed away this morning. He was 57. "We’ll be racing with heavy hearts @kansasspeedway," JTG Daugherty Racing said in a tweet. "An esteemed member of our JTG Daugherty Racing family, JR Hollar, passed away this morning. He loved his JTG Daugherty Racing family & we loved him. He’ll be dearly missed."
No cause of death reported.
Phillipsburg Native, Devoted Dad Dies, 45
September 12, 2022
Phillipsburg, NJ, native and devoted father Charles M. Gugie died at St. Luke’s Hospital, Warren Campus on Tuesday, Aug. 30. He was 45. Charles worked in the maintenance department at Crothall Healthcare in Bethlehem, according to his memorial. He loved spending time in nature and watching Michigan football on television. Above all, Charles embraced his role as a dedicated father to his young daughter, Haily. In addition to his daughter, Charles leaves behind his loving wife, Jessica (Easterday) Gugie; a sister, Kerrie Strybuc; as well as several extended family members and close friends.
Meanwhile, more than $700 had been raised on a GoFundMe for Charles' final expenses. "My husband and I have been married for 20 years, but in May of this year, he fell very sick," Jessica Gugie writes. "After taking him to the hospital, we discovered he had end-stage kidney failure and liver disease...Anything is appreciated to help me and my daughter cremate my husband and her father."
https://dailyvoice.com/new-jersey/fortlee/obituaries/phillipsburg-native-devoted-dad-dies-45/843385/
Patricia K. Zenner, 68
September 13, 2022
Patricia K. Zenner, 68, of Chippewa Falls, WI, died suddenly on Sunday, September 11, 2022 at her residence surrounded by her loving family. She worked at Mason Shoe, Kell Container and CRI for many years. She was a member of Notre Dame Church. Patricia enjoyed arts and crafts, painting, outside decorations and playing with her grandchildren.
No cause of death reported.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/chippewa/name/patricia-zenner-obituary?id=36483804
Rick Mogard, 53
September 12, 2022
Rick Mogard, 53, of Glenwood, died suddenly and unexpectedly on Friday, Sept. 9, 2022, at Prairie Lakes Health Care in Watertown, S.D. He will be remembered as a loving family man with a strong work ethic, a kind heart, an infectious laugh and an unwavering faith in his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. It is that faith that gives peace and comfort to Kari and the children in these dark days, knowing that when Rick left this world he was welcomed into the loving arms of God, and because of His sure and secure promises to all who believe, they will all be reunited one day.
No cause of death reported.
https://pctribune.com/obituaries/rick-mogard-53/
David Lee Popson, 70
September 13, 2022
David Lee Popson, 70, of Creekside, PA, died unexpectedly at his home, Sunday, September 11, 2022. His last employment was at the Hillsdale Hospital Skilled Nursing Facility where he transported nursing home residents to their appointments. David is remembered for being a “free spirited” man who was both an animal lover and a nature lover. The kindness he expressed to his family and friends knew no bounds.
No cause of death reported.
https://www.wccsradio.com/2022/09/13/david-lee-popson-70/
James (Jim) Edward Knepler, 69
September 13, 2022
James Edward Knepler (Jim), aged 69, died unexpectedly on August 29, 2022, after suffering a heart attack at his home in West Bend, WI. The most important thing Jim would want you to know about himself is that he was a follower of Jesus Christ and considered his relationship and service to Him to be his highest calling in life. No matter his endeavors, whether caring and providing for his family, his lifelong career as a CPA/administrator, his involvement in Brother Bob’s Prison Outreach, enjoying a long-standing match with a little brother through Big Brothers/Big Sisters, his involvement with The Salvation Army Disaster Services or his recent foray into public service, Jim strove to bring truth and the love of Christ to everything he did. Jim was devoted to his wife, children and grandchildren and considered his family to be his greatest blessing and deepest responsibility.
Larry Ziak, 70
September 13, 2022
Larry Ziak, of Astoria, OR, died suddenly from an apparent heart attack on Aug. 15. Larry had resided in Astoria since 1972, and thus he became well known to many, many people around town. After community college and a summer in Europe, Larry settled in Astoria, and rarely left the town, except to care for his grandparents in Knappa, or visit his parents in Naselle. Larry was community-minded. He became known for his selfless, charitable volunteerism and random acts of kindness. He helped many people move, cleaned gravestones, washed smudged windows and split firewood for elderly widows.
Kevin Melsha, 60
September 13, 2022
Monticello, Iowa - Kevin Melsha, 60, died unexpectedly, Friday, Sept. 9, 2022, while fishing in Minnesota. He started his journeyman career with the Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 125 in their trades program. Kevin was employed by Modern Piping for over 30 years. He retired this past spring, which he was enjoying very much and recommended to everyone. Kevin enjoyed hanging with family and friends, riding his Harley, captaining his pontoon, deer hunting, shooting pool and watching the Hawkeyes. He made the best bloody Marys, always bought a round of shots and was known for saying “just one more.” He was a great husband, dad, and friend. He will be greatly missed by all.
No cause of death reported.
https://www.thegazette.com/obituaries/kevin-melsha-2/
Cyruss J. Millburg, 42
September 12, 2022
“C.J.” Millburg, 42, of Girard, IL, died suddenly on Friday, Sept. 9, 2022, at Carlinville Area Hospital. He was raised the in Church of the Nazarene in Auburn. Mr. Millburg loved four-wheeling, camping, fishing and mushroom hunting. His greatest love in life was his three children and spending time with them, especially in their swimming pool.
No cause of death reported.
https://www.thejournal-news.net/stories/cyruss-j-millburg-42,77017
Michael LoVuolo, 58
September 11, 2022
Michael LoVuolo, devoted husband, father, brother, uncle and son died unexpectedly at age 58 on Thursday, September 8, 2022 in Marshfield, MA. From an early age Michael was known for his competitive spirit. He excelled in all athletics, especially football and lacrosse. He graduated from UNH’s Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics in 1988. Mike led a very active lifestyle and enjoyed fishing, snowboarding, skiing and mountain biking, and took great pride in his golf game as a member of the Marshfield Country Club. Most of all he loved combining his passion for sports and family, coaching his children in youth lacrosse, flag football, soccer, and basketball. Mike’s great sense of humor and infectious energy led to lifelong friendships with his Framingham North classmates, college friends, Marshfield friends, and coworkers at Abbott Laboratories.
No cause of death reported.
https://www.macdonaldfuneralhome.com/obituary/michael-lovuolo
Austin Adam Reed, 44
September 6, 2022
Austin Adam Reed, 44, of North Liberty, Iowa, passed away in his home of cardiac arrest on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022. He loved wrestling and started wrestling in kindergarten continuing all the way through college, being proud to wrestle for UIU. He was also proud to be a firefighter, and a skilled, blue collar, union tradesman for Local 125 Plumbers & Pipefitters. He was tough but had a very sensitive heart and was a God-fearing man. He loved nature and fishing, was a hard worker and ready to help where needed. He had a storyteller personality and liked adventure, wildflowers, great bonfires, grilling, country tunes and Blues, mountains, cats and people - he enjoyed visiting with everyone.
https://www.thegazette.com/obituaries/austin-adam-reed/
Travis D. Havener, 32
September 2, 2022
Rockland, Maine - Travis D. Havener, 32, died unexpectedly, Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022, at his home. Travis was always drawn to the water. He loved being on the ocean and started working as a sternman as a young boy. Travis loved nothing more than his family, whether camping with his sister and nephew at the campground, playing basketball and hanging out with his daughter Leah, spending time with his aunt and uncle Marcia and Keenan Flanagan as a young boy in Florida, or his spending time with his aunt Randee Billings, he was happiest when surrounded by family. Travis will be sadly missed by all who loved him.
No cause of death given.
https://knox.villagesoup.com/2022/09/02/travis-d-havener/
David Joseph Pierce, 39
September 8, 2022
David Joseph Pierce, age 39, passed away suddenly on September 2, 2022. David was born in Concord, MA, on May 24, 1983, the beloved son of Susan Nancy (Orlando) and Douglas Stanley Pierce and was raised in Boxborough. David was betrothed to his long-time love Crystal Kazik (Green Bay, Wisconsin). They had plans to marry on October 4th, 2022. David will be sorely missed but his zeal will forever endure.
No cause of death reported.
https://www.telegram.com/obituaries/pneo0296939
Donald J. Timmins Jr.
September 8, 2022
Of Quincy, MA, died suddenly on September 6, 2022. Life partner to Caryn Smith of Wollaston. Devoted father to Mary Grace Shockley of NC, Sal Timmins of Brimfield, James Timmins of CT, and the late Donald Timmins.
No age or cause of death reported.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/bostonglobe/name/donald-timmins-obituary?id=36444922
Gregory James Marquez, 59
September 10, 2022
Our dear brother Gregory James Marquez, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and son died suddenly on Sunday, September 4, 2022 in Imperial, California. He was 59 years old. He had many nicknames including Speedy, Speed man del Sol, Goyo and Jimmy. Our brother Greg was a passionate person. Number one in his life was God and of course his loving family, his precious granddaughters and his family of coworkers friends and of course relatives. He loved music, barbecuing and cooking for his family. He was poetic, he loved photography, golfing and he was a collector of many things including clocks, Snoopy items, Star Trek items and anything to do with Chicano history. He would find things at thrift stores, auctions, and swap meets. He was passionate about Chicano studies and loved La Raza, TRIBAL, Indian artifacts and items. He loved the earth and he was a literal Aztec for life.
No cause of death reported.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/gregory-marquez-obituary?id=36459400
Linda G. Sickler, 69
September 8, 2022
Hull, MA - Linda G. Sickler, age 69, of Hull, formerly of Belchertown, died suddenly, Wednesday, August 31, 2022. Her entrepreneurial spirit and appetite for knowledge led her to pursue many professions. Linda owned and operated Panache Restaurant in Hartford, Conn. for many years. Later, she owned and operated Superior Floor Covering in Belchertown. After earning her degree in Nutrition and Early Education later in life, she devoted her time and energy to healthy eating and nutritional habits for herself, her family and her students. Linda was a talented chef, avid traveler, and enjoyed skiing and gardening. She also had a passion for horses that she passed on to her daughter and grandchildren.
No cause of death reported.
https://obits.masslive.com/us/obituaries/masslive/name/linda-sickler-obituary?id=36443744
Stephen J. Glatfelter, 73
September 10, 2022
Stephen J. Glatfelter, 73, died suddenly Wednesday August 10, 2022, at his home in Rio Nido, California, where he lived for the past 35 years. Steve began piano at an early age and played French horn in the high school band. He taught himself scores from Broadway shows he attended - Mame and Hello Dolly were favorites - serenading the neighbors through the open windows. For his college thesis he played his own composition before a panel of judges at the Philadelphia Symphony, receiving a standing ovation from conductor Eugene Ormandy. In the last twenty years Steve taught himself the banjo, spending many hours honing his skill and playing with others. Following college Steve worked on a farm in Hawaii, then as a waiter and cab driver in San Francisco. In the mid '70s he became an architectural illustrator working on the Trans-Alaska pipeline at Prudhoe Bay, and later for Bay Area Rapid Transit and California prisons. In the last thirty years Steve created drawings for commercial and residential buildings, including the Rio Nido Lodge.
Every day since the '80s Steve jogged or walked the roads of Rio Nido, stopping to talk and joke with neighbors along the way. His penchant for finding humor everywhere - he once said he thoroughly enjoyed being stuck in traffic - and his love of asking questions allowed Steve to easily converse with anyone and endeared him to his family and friends.
No cause of death reported.
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pressdemocrat/name/stephen-glatfelter-obituary?id=36454319
Terence P. Hannon, 74
September 9, 2022
Terence P. Hannon, 74, died suddenly on Tuesday, August 2nd, at his home in Melbourne, Florida. He graduated from high school in Radnor, Pennsylvania, where his parents had relocated. He joined the Air Force and, as a Transportation Specialist, was assigned to Viet Nam. He was grievously wounded in 1968 in the Tet Offensive. His mobility and his vision were greatly impaired. After lengthy hospitalization, he was retired from the service as 100% disabled. He was awarded the Purple Heart.
Terry never allowed those deficits to define his life. His courage and persistence were reflected in his creation of a full life of education, family and friendships. Terry loved his life and was a power of example to his nieces and nephews as to what can be accomplished even in the face of extreme hardship.
No cause of death reported.
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