A well-respected CEO and his teenage daughter were killed in a sad accident in Utah when a bulldozer collapsed upon their truck, leaving the town in shock. The tragic event on a state roadway in Ogden Canyon on Saturday afternoon claimed the lives of Richard David Hendrickson, 57, and his daughter Sally, 16.

The Utah Department of Public Safety reports that a small bulldozer escaped from a tow vehicle during a right-hand turn, causing the collision. At the time of the tragedy, Richard and Sally were both inside their GMC pickup truck, which was pulling a boat. They were declared dead at the spot, according to authorities.

Hendrickson was the president and CEO of Lifetime Products, a company known for its outdoor furniture and recreational products. Following the tragic news, the company released a statement mourning the loss of their leader. They noted that Hendrickson’s wife and two other children suffered non-life-threatening injuries, while another daughter was abroad at the time of the accident.

In a statement, Lifetime Products expressed their sorrow: “It is with profound sadness that we announce the tragic and sudden passing of our CEO and President, Richard David Hendrickson, in a car accident. This tragic event also took the life of his daughter, Sally.”

Utah Governor Spencer Cox took to X, formerly Twitter, to express his condolences, describing Hendrickson as a friend and an incredible leader. “We are heartbroken by his tragic passing along with his daughter Sally,” the governor wrote. ” We grieve alongside his family and hope they find solace and healing during this difficult time.”

Hendrickson was a visionary leader who had a unique ability to connect with people, according to his friends and colleagues. He gained respect in the industry for his wide range of skills and reputation for mechanical expertise. “Richard started his career as a welder and progressed through various positions within the company, ultimately rising to the role of President and CEO thanks to his remarkable skills and talents,” said Barry Mower, the founder of Lifetime Products in 1986, in reference to their friendship. I shall miss him terribly because he was a friend I cherished and trusted very much. Without him, Lifetime Products will never be the same.

Richard and Sally Hendrickson’s sudden passing has surprised not only their loved ones but also the larger community that benefited from Hendrickson’s commitment and leadership. The family and the corporation must deal with their loss while remembering the significant influence he had on their lives and the corporate world while investigations into the accident’s causes continue.

This terrible incident serves as a devastating reminder of how unpredictable life can be and how brittle familial ties can be. The community is united in support of those left behind, praying for peace and healing during this extremely trying time as tributes for the Hendricksons flood in.