A family trip to Glacier National Park in Montana turned tragic on July 11 when a falling rock struck a 72-year-old man in the head while he was in a Jeep, according to park officials. The incident occurred at Rimrocks along Going-to-the-Sun Road, a scenic highway known for its steep terrain. The man, identified as Rex Schowengerdt from Missouri, suffered a severe brain injury and died five days later in a hospital. His daughter, Amy Prince, described the incident and the family's subsequent grief on a GoFundMe page. The Flathead County Coroner's Office ruled the death accidental. Despite the tragedy, Schowengerdt's organs were donated, benefiting two recipients. The family expressed gratitude for the support they received during this difficult time.
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Falling rock incident at Glacier National Park results in fatality
A falling rock incident at Glacier National Park resulted in the death of 72-year-old Rex Schowengerdt from Missouri on July 11. He suffered a fatal brain injury after being struck while in a Jeep. The coroner ruled the death accidental, and Schowengerdt's organs were donated to help others.
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National park trip turns tragic after falling rock pierces Jeep roof, fatally striking man in front of wife
Falling rock incident at Glacier National Park results in fatality