PITTSBURGH (AP) — The state police reported that John Burley, a resident of Windber, Somerset County in Pennsylvania, died in a plane crash on December 29, 2023. The crash occurred around 9 p.m. near Buzzard Swamp Road in Jenks Township, Forest County. His death has been ruled accidental.
Burley, 59, was the owner of Everything Ice, a business based in Johnstown. The company paid tribute to him on Facebook, referring to him as their leader, friend, and owner. They emphasized his impact on the ice rink industry and the lives of many people. Everything Ice requested privacy for Burley’s family and asked for prayers for them during their time of grief.
In a subsequent post, Everything Ice expressed gratitude for the public’s support and kind words in the aftermath of the tragedy. The company pledged to remain resilient and continue serving its customers in honor of Burley.
The National Transportation Safety Board is conducting an investigation into the fatal plane crash. Burley’s death has deeply affected the community and those who knew him, leaving a void in the business and the lives of many individuals.
John Burley, the owner of Everything Ice in Pennsylvania, tragically lost his life in a plane crash near Jenks Township, Forest County. The community mourns his loss as investigations into the crash continue.