Families, friends and colleagues are paying tribute to some of the people killed in the Missouri skydiving plane crash.
The crash, near Butler Memorial Airport, took place on Sunday at around 11:30 a.m. local time, about 65 miles south of Kansas City. The Skydive Kansas City plane was engulfed in fire when it"landed in a field adjacent to the airport," Missouri State Highway Patrol's Justin Ewing said.
Authorities have not yet released the names of the people who died, but some family members, friends, and colleagues have started paying tribute to their loved ones publicly. Jen Sharp, was technology director for Skydiving’s governing body, the United States Parachute Association. She was identified by the "Jen was a remarkable force whose passion for the skies was matched only by her dedication to the people in our sport," said USPA Executive Director Albert Berchtold.
"Her loss leaves an unfillable void in our office, our community, and our hearts. We are incredibly grateful for the years of laughter, innovation, and friendship we shared with her.
"“He was a humble human and a very dedicated native to the city,” Carney wrote. “He loved his friends and this man worked very hard. ”The North Kansas City School District told local schools that orchestra teacher Dave Hershberger was among those who died, according to local broadcaster "Mr. Hershberger was a beloved member of the Antioch and Oak Park family and was not only a passionate educator and talented musician, but one of the kindest humans,” the district said.
“Mr. Hershberger has inspired so many of our students through his love for music and the way he treated others every day. He modeled appreciation and genuine care for everyone who was lucky enough to know him. "
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