On a tragic day in November 2008, a private single-engine aircraft crash caused havoc in Marshfield, Wisconsin, eliciting a flurry of emergency 911 alerts. The plane came crashing down onto a residence, causing an inferno on impact and ending the lives of everyone on board. Heartbreakingly, the victims were members of the same family; a father, James Edward III, and his two sons, James Edwards IV, 15, and nine-year-old Joshua Edwards.
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James Edward III was more than just an ordinary resident; he was a passionate father, a leader within his community, the president of the Green Bay Junior Gamblers, and the proud owner of Thomas Electrical Services. His young sons were following in their father's footsteps, actively involved in their local community and showing great promise for the future.
Eyewitnesses report the chilling scene, the plane crashing onto a house deck and setting it aflame around 11:00 pm. However, the house and its occupants miraculously escaped harm. The police swiftly arrived at the scene following a flooding of 911 calls, none of which were sadly from the ill-fated aircraft.
The tragic event took place, according to investigators, just a quarter-mile from the airport runway. The initial assessment suggested that James Edward III was piloting the plane when it met its untimely end. Detectives and investigators faced a puzzling scene; it remained unclear whether the plane had been ascending or descending when the catastrophe occurred.
Looking at the crash site, Marshfield's Police Chief Joe Stroik commented that the plane's wreckage fell within a small area, pointing towards the likelihood of a direct downward fall. The crash, while devastating, had no casualties on the ground. Given the severity of the incident, agents from the National Transportation Safety Board were deployed to the scene to gather crucial evidence to ascertain the cause of the crash.
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James Edward's obituary celebrated a life of significant accomplishments and featured heartfelt tributes from the community. It spoke of him as a successful entrepreneur, an avid hockey player, and a man who contributed significantly to local organizations like the YMCA, Our Lady of Peace Parish, and the Water and Light Commission of Marshfield.
His passion for flying was well-known, having fulfilled his lifelong dream of acquiring a pilot's license. For James, flying was a source of tranquility and peace. He regularly flew his family to hockey tournaments and vacations throughout America, intending to spend more quality time with his loved ones.
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In the wake of the tragedy, the grief-stricken family requested memorial contributions be directed towards the Marshfield area catholic schools tuition assistance funds. This act further testifies to the Edwards family’s enduring spirit of community service and exemplifies the values James Edward III championed during his lifetime. It's a harsh reminder of the unpredictability of life and how, in an instant, everything can change irrevocably.
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