Note: We are republishing this story, which originally made news in July 2024, to honor the lives of Richard and Sally Hendrickson and reflect on their lasting legacy. A tragic accident in Utah has left a community mourning the sudden loss of Richard David Hendrickson, 57, and his 16-year-old daughter, Sally. The fatal incident occurred Saturday afternoon on a state highway in Ogden Canyon, when a mini bulldozer came loose from a tow truck and fell onto the family’s GMC pickup truck.
According to the Utah Department of Public Safety, the bulldozer became detached as the tow truck made a right-hand turn. Richard and Sally, who were traveling in the truck while towing a boat, were both pronounced dead at the scene.Hendrickson was the president and CEO of Lifetime Products, a well-known company specializing in outdoor furniture and recreational goods.
The company released a statement expressing its deep sorrow over the loss of its leader, noting that his wife and two other children sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the accident. A third daughter was reportedly abroad at the time.“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,” Lifetime Products stated.
“This tragic event also took the life of his daughter, Sally.”Utah Governor Spencer Cox shared his condolences on social media, describing Hendrickson as a close friend and an exceptional leader.