Ben Lyons, St. Johnsbury, VT — The community is mourning the tragic loss of Ben Lyons, who passed away recently at the age of 21. Ben, a resident of St. Johnsbury, died from a stab wound to the neck at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center following a violent domestic incident.
The incident, which occurred early Sunday morning at a home in St. Johnsbury, involved multiple victims. Police responded to a report of an altercation and found one man, Nicholas Johnson, shot dead, and several others injured. Among the injured were Ben Lyons, who succumbed to his injuries, and another man who was treated for serious but non-life-threatening knife wounds. A woman involved received minor injuries and was not hospitalized. Tragically, two dogs were also attacked; one died, and the other remains in critical condition at a canine trauma center.
Ben’s parents, Patrick Mayhew and Jen Bradley, are facing overwhelming grief and financial burdens due to the unexpected loss and medical expenses. Patrick also sustained non-critical injuries during the incident but has since been released from the hospital.
A fundraiser organized by Brian Powell has been launched to help cover the funeral and medical expenses. So far, $1,150 has been raised out of the $30,000 goal, with contributions from generous donors like Benjamin Cram, Seth Pletcher, and Sharon Caffrey.
The community has expressed their condolences and support through touching Facebook posts. Mario Tabone-Vassallo is among many who have shared their heartfelt messages, expressing sorrow and solidarity with the grieving family.
Ben Lyons will be remembered for the joy he brought to those around him and the love he shared with his family and friends. The St. Johnsbury community is coming together to support Patrick and Jen during this difficult time, ensuring they have the resources needed to navigate their immense loss.
Short Summary of Ben Lyons
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Ben Lyons |
| Age | 21 |
| Date of Passing | Recently |
| Fundraiser Created By | Brian Powell |
| Goal Amount | $30,000 |
| Amount Raised | $1,150 |
| Location | St. Johnsbury, VT |
| Purpose | Funeral and medical expenses |
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