Tragedy struck in Ogden Canyon, Utah, when a mini bulldozer detached from a tow truck and landed on a family’s pickup truck, killing 57-year-old Richard Hendrickson and his 16-year-old daughter, Sally. The accident occurred as they were driving with their boat in tow.

Richard, the CEO of Lifetime Products, was a respected business leader known for his dedication to innovation and his deep commitment to family. Sally was remembered as bright and full of life.
Richard’s wife and two of their children survived with minor injuries, while a third daughter was overseas at the time. The news devastated both their family and the wider community.

As tributes poured in, the heartbreaking question remained: How could such a freak accident take away two lives so suddenly?Utah Governor Spencer Cox called Richard a close friend and praised his legacy, expressing sorrow over the loss of both father and daughter. “We are heartbroken,” he shared on social media, echoing the grief of thousands.
Barry Mower, founder of Lifetime Products, spoke emotionally about his longtime friend. “Richard started as a welder and became our CEO through talent, hard work, and heart. His absence leaves a void we cannot fill.”

Investigations into the accident are still underway, with officials examining how the heavy equipment became unhitched on a routine turn. The company and family have requested privacy as they process their loss.

As the community grieves, one thing is clear: Richard and Sally’s impact was lasting. Their memory will live on—in family, in innovation, and in the hearts of all who knew them.