Husband of Florida’s senate president dies after fall during Bryce Canyon hike
The husband of Florida Senate President Kathleen Passidomo (R) died in Utah earlier this week after falling while hiking at Bryce Canyon National Park. John Passidomo, the husband of Florida Senate President Kathleen Passidom, died after falling while hiking at Bryce Canyon National Park. Passidoma, who suffered massive head trauma and other serious injuries, passed away a day later. The two were set to celebrate their 45th anniversary together in September. Despite his health issues, PassidOM was reportedly in good health at the time of his death and was a listed organ donor. Several matches were found, which has been a life-saving gift for other families.
Published : 4 weeks ago by Derick Fox in Politics
BRYCE CANYON, Utah (ABC4) — The husband of Florida Senate President Kathleen Passidomo (R) died in Utah earlier this week after falling while hiking at Bryce Canyon National Park.
John Passidomo, 72, fell while hiking with his wife. Florida Senate President Pro Tempore Dennis Baxley (R) said Passidomo suffered massive head trauma in the fall, along with other very serious injuries. He was taken to St. George Regional Hospital and gently passed away a day later.
John and Kathleen Passidomo were law school sweethearts, according to Baxley. The two were going to celebrate their 45th anniversary together in September.
“The trip to visit several national parks in Utah was one of many great adventures they shared during five decades together,” Baxley said in a memo announcing the tragic passing. “Their last few days together were marked by many special moments, beautiful scenery, and wonderful reflections on their lifetime together and plans to live out their golden years watching their grandchildren grow up.”
Baxley said Sen. Passidomo was devastated by the sudden and unexpected accident but she is grateful to the first responders and medical staff in Utah who provided “vigilant support” for both her and her husband.
John Passidomo was reportedly in overall excellent health at the time of his passing and was a listed organ donor. Baxley said several matches were found and Kathleen Passidomo and their three daughters are finding comfort that their loss has resulted in a life-saving gift for other families.