Amanda Klem Santa Claus IN Death: 42-year-old mother, wife, and twin sister tragically killed in a lawnmower-involved accident have been identified.
The Huntingburg Police Department is mourning Corporal Ted Klem following the death of his wife and former Deputy at Spencer County Sheriff’s Office.
42-year-old Amanda Klem was a beautiful woman and a mother of an 8-month-old baby girl. Amanda passed away after the accident that happened on Tuesday. Prayers have been asked for the families of Klem, Durcholz, and Haycox since the tragic incident.
What Happened to Amanda Klem?
Amanda Klem was pronounced dead at the hospital after she was found by her twin sister trapped under a mower. According to the family, Amanda Klem was mowing near a pond, law enforcement agencies said the mower tipped, and trapped her underwater.
She was located and transported to the hospital where she was placed on the ventilator for several hours. After a series of tests and surgeries. She succumbed to her injuries.
Dubois County Sheriff’s Office: Condolences for the Loss of Amanda Klem – The Dubois County Sheriff’s Office extends heartfelt condolences to the Huntingburg Police Department, especially Corporal Ted Klem, and the Spencer County Sheriff’s Office on the tragic loss of former Deputy Amanda Klem.
Amanda has passed away after a tragic mowing accident earlier this week. Her twin sister, Tracy Haycox, is a former Jail Officer from our agency and is part of our extended family as well.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with Amanda’s family and friends during this difficult time. Her selflessness as an organ donor will save many lives – A testament to her enduring legacy. May she rest in peace. Prayers for them as they navigate through these tough times. You will be missed Amanda Klem by so many.”
Amanda’s husband, Ted Klem, released the following statement following the tragic incident.
Our family has lost a key component in our lives. Amanda was the rock of our family and the best mother to Madison I could have ever asked for. Amanda was a fighter but was taken to heaven by God’s will. Amanda was my wife and mother of our beautiful baby girl, Madison. My heart aches but I know she is in no pain and is in a better place watching over us. I miss Amanda so much and will see her again.
Amanda helped so many and is continuing to do so. Amanda always talked about being an organ donor and if she could help someone else and she has it, use it. She was selfless in many ways but this is her final attempt to help someone in need.
Amanda was loved by so many and it showed by the tremendous amount of support from family, friends, law enforcement community, first responders, dispatchers, doctors, and nurses. Without all of you, this would be more unbearable. Please continue to keep our family in your prayers as we deal with this tremendous loss.