CURRY COUNTY, Ore. — Rohithumar Godhani, a 42-year-old man from Milpitas, California, tragically drowned in the Rogue River about nine miles east of Gold Beach on July 4. The incident has left his family and community in deep sorrow.
Key Details
- Rohithumar Godhani drowned in the Rogue River near the Lobster Creek area.
- He was found after nearly an hour underwater, despite rescue efforts.
- A GoFundMe has been set up to support his family with funeral expenses and daily needs.
Around 3:30 p.m. on July 4, Curry County Sheriff's Office received reports of a drowning near the Lobster Creek area. Deputies, assisted by Cal Ore Life Flight, Gold Beach Fire, and Reach Air, arrived by vehicle and boat to search for Rohithumar Godhani.
His body was found in six feet deep water, approximately a hundred yards downstream from where he fell in. Despite the efforts of first responders and flight medics performing CPR, Godhani was pronounced dead.
Godhani, a software engineer at a medical device company in the Bay Area, was enjoying a family outing when the tragedy occurred. He leaves behind his wife, Ranjita, and their two young children, aged 6 and 10. His death has deeply impacted his family, friends, and colleagues.
A GoFundMe page has been established to help cover funeral expenses and support his family during this difficult time. The page emphasizes the significant loss and calls for community support.
"We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Rohithumar Godhani. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time," a statement from the Curry County Sheriff's Office.
The untimely death of Rohithumar Godhani on Independence Day has left a void in the lives of his loved ones. As the family navigates this heartbreaking period, the community's support through donations and prayers is crucial.
This incident highlights the unpredictable nature of recreational activities and the importance of safety measures. The tragedy profoundly affects the Indian and South Asian communities in the U.S., underscoring the need for communal solidarity in times of loss.
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