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tragedy1 year ago

Renowned Portland Chef Naomi Pomeroy Dies in Tragic River Accident at 49

Renowned chef and "Top Chef Masters" star Naomi Pomeroy, 49, tragically drowned in a river tubing accident on the Willamette River in Oregon. Pomeroy became trapped underwater by a paddle board leash after her group got caught on an exposed snag. Despite extensive search efforts, her body has not yet been recovered. Pomeroy was a celebrated figure in the Portland culinary scene, known for her restaurant Beast and her appearances on "Top Chef Masters."

via New York Post |
#culinary-world#naomi-pomeroy#oregon
obituary1 year ago

Award-Winning Chef Naomi Pomeroy Dies in River Accident at 49

Award-winning chef Naomi Pomeroy, who significantly influenced Portland's culinary scene, has died at 49 in a tubing accident on the Willamette River. Authorities are still working to recover her body. Pomeroy was known for her restaurant Beast, which earned her a James Beard award, and her appearances on cooking shows. Her sudden death has been described as a tragic loss by many, including U.S. Rep. Earl Blumenauer.

via HuffPost|
#culinary#james-beard-award#naomi-pomeroy
tragedy1 year ago

Rodeo Star Spencer Wright's 3-Year-Old Son Dies After Tragic River Accident

Levi Wright, the 3-year-old son of rodeo star Spencer Wright, has died after a near-drowning incident in a Utah river. His mother, Kallie Wright, shared the heartbreaking decision to remove him from life support after his brain was deprived of oxygen for too long. Family and friends mourn the loss of the little boy, who brought out humanity and reminded many of what truly matters.

via Entertainment Tonight|
#family-grief#levi-wright#life-support
us1 year ago

Tragic Discovery: Deputy and Arrested Woman Found in Submerged Patrol Car

The body of Meigs County Deputy Robert "R.J." Leonard was found after he lost contact with dispatch, and a woman's body, believed to be the one he arrested, was also recovered in the vehicle after it went into a river. Officials suspect Leonard may have turned his vehicle into the river in the dark, and his last communication with his wife was a text message that said "water." Leonard, who had recently moved to the area, was described as a valued member of the sheriff's office.

via CBS News|
#deputy-sheriff#law-enforcement#river-accident