Author: Lailah Martins

Joshua Plante, owner of The Fermented Pig in Vienna, has died, he was described as a passionate leader, beloved mentor, and a cherished member of the broader Vienna community. According to Lovettsville Oktoberfest, “the Town of Lovettsville and Lovettsville Oktoberfest send our condolences on the passing of Joshua Plante, Founder of The Fermented Pig. The Fermented Pig has been a long-time vendor for Lovettsville Oktoberfest, and we are grateful for the contributions of Joshua and his team. On behalf of the Town of Lovettsville, we send our love to Joshua’s family and to the Fermented Pig. He will be greatly missed.”

Since 2018, the family-owned firm has sold handmade meats, bacon, sausage, and charcuterie both online and at local farmers markets. In addition to his Vienna company, Plante was the executive chef at The Fermented Pig at Ovations in Wolf Trap. He has been serving a farm-to-table buffet cuisine as well as picnic boxes to concertgoers. His first physical site is in Oakton, at the Settle Down Easy Oakton Tasting Room. He collaborated with Settle Down Easy Brewing Co. to provide artisanal fresh salads, local cheeses, charcuterie, and entrées such as grass-fed burgers and shrimp and sausage rigatoni in the 4,000-square-foot tasting area.

About Fermented Pig

Fermented Pig uses the freshest pig for preparing their bacon and charcuterie, since excellent bacon begins with exceptional ingredients. Based in Virginia, they are committed to providing our guests with a really unique culinary experience. The Fermented Pig’s objective is to give clients with the greatest quality and tastiest Old World sausage, dry cured bacon, and charcuterie available. They are dedicated about handcrafting robust, distinctive tastes that will keep our consumers coming back for more. They are always listening to their clients’ opinions about their creations.

The hunt for a missing Pike County man came to a tragic end Thursday when his corpse was discovered in a gravel pit in a rural area of Pike County. Kyle Kelley, 60, was found dead in a gravel pit off West Topisaw Road near D.P. Guy Road following an intensive search. He was the father of Kye Kelley.

Kyle Kelley Missing

Kyle Kelley was last seen on June 2, 2024, about 3:00 PM Central Time, near Highway 570 and West Topisaw North in Pike County, Mississippi. He was last spotted wearing his baseball cap backwards. A white t-shirt and a white baseball hat reversed. If you have any information on Mr. Kelley’s location, please call Central Dispatch at 601-684-5142 and request to speak with the on-duty Pike County Detective.

Tributes

I don’t know how we are going to get through this loss, Kyle Kelly you were my bestie, you were there for me on any and everything I went through for so long, you had your shortcomings but your heart and soul shined through everything, there will never be another Kyle Kelley and I know one thing about my BFF you are finally free and out of pain and dancing in sky with all the ones that were taken too soon…this hurts like hell but I’ll see you again one day my friend – Nicole Smith Price

Kyle Kelly our best friend was found today. Hes in heaven now I know that with my whole heart!
We had many many many conversations about our faith. We love you and miss you so much Kyle Kelley forever our friend, our family – Tina Price

 

• Kyle Kelly Death

Jonathan Morton, Ricky Morton’s (American professional wrestler) oldest son has passed away, Ricky Morton confirmed the news of his passing. Jonathan was a beacon of talent and love. He excelled in so many things. He loved showcasing his incredible athletic abilities and dedication. Jonathan also touched many lives with his music, writing a few huge country songs that resonated deeply with so many. Jonathan was a huge family man, always putting loved ones first, and he was the light of my life. Along with all my children.

According to Ricky, I want to acknowledge that in recent week or so, I may have seemed distant. Please understand it was never out of lack of love, but rather the immense pride and admiration I felt for him. Sometimes, words fall short to express the depth of a father’s love. A father should never have to go through the experience of losing a child. It is an unimaginable pain that goes against the natural order of life. I have experienced something no father should ever have to experience. I lost a huge part of me.
It is with the heaviest heart that I share the passing of my oldest son, Jonathan Morton.
Rest in peace, my beloved son. Your legacy will live on in our hearts forever.

Jonathan’s life was filled with love, laughter, and a deep connection to his family and the wrestling community.

About Ricky Morton

American professional wrestler Richard Wendell Morton is now active on the independent circuit. Morton has spent the most of his career performing as “the consummate babyface tag team”—that is, as Rock ‘n’ Roll Express—with Robert Gibson.

In addition to the Japanese promotions All Japan Pro Wrestling, New Japan Pro-Wrestling, and Wrestle Association R, Morton has wrestled for several U.S. promotions, such as the Continental Wrestling Association, Mid-South Wrestling, Smoky Mountain Wrestling, Jim Crockett Promotions/World Championship Wrestling, the World Wrestling Federation, and Extreme Championship Wrestling.

A late-night collision has claimed the life of  20-year-old Nathan Eddy. According to State Police, the collision occurred in Jefferson County, Ohio, on U.S. 22 in Island Creek Township, close to milepost 12. The single-vehicle crash occurred on Tuesday night at around 11:51 PM.

What happened?

Officials say that Nathan Eddy of Bloomingdale, Ohio, went off the left side of the road while trying to negotiate a right turn in his 2021 Subaru WRX while traveling east on U.S. 22. According to police, the car kept going into the median and across U.S. 22’s westbound lanes. After then, it veered off to the left side of the road, colliding with an embankment and toppling over.

The Steubenville-based Ohio State Highway Patrol is presently investigating. Eddy was pronounced deceased on the scene. The Wintersville Fire Department and Wintersville Police aided the Ohio State Highway Patrol at the incident.

 

D.J. Gutta, a Celebrity Tour DJ with American rapper Webbie, has passed away, he was said to have committed suicide. DJ died days after sharing a note on social media about how he was mistreated DJing for Webbie.

Dawg DJin for Webbie is a living hell! 1st That nigga don’t want to pay. Then that nigga don’t want to see nobody around him shine! Like nobody not even his own brother.. Why y’all think everybody left from around him? I was only supposed to be his tour DJ but i had to be a driver, a dr, a security, a PR, a babysitter, booking Agent, a referee, a counselor, a road manger, and a list of other things. But yet this nigga didn’t appreciate none of it. I did all that shit with a smile on my face in front of thousands every night, but i was dying inside. All the times he had seizures on the planes, on stages in the hotels, who y’all think was there? Me! Becuz his family ain’t wanna deal with him, or nobody on our team wanted to deal with him but me! Our driver quit cuz he ain’t wanna pay him. Then every time we would try to make our money in other ways he always found a way to stop that too. So it’s like he don’t wanna pay but don’t want us eating nowhere else. Then the nigga wanna get mad & in his feelings when Boosie need us to help him. The nigga a straight hater! I can’t remember how many times he’s told me he don’t want nobody blowing up off his name! That’s why he don’t do features! & he don’t like taking pictures with other artist or fans. Nigga think they tryna get shine off him. It was days i straight dreaded going on tour with him. The nigga complains about everything! Being around him is like having to take care of my kids! We had to remind him everyday to take his medicine, or to not do some stupid shit. The nigga would do some stupid kiddie shit & be like “Gutta record me doing this” And the shit will never get better becuz his Brother Derrick (SupaUnit) just makes excuses for him even tho he be mad he don’t pay him either. The shit on the road was so bad our long time manager had a stroke an all, then the producer for Savage Life 6 had a brain aneurysm or something in that nature becuz he was stressed an all, Webbie wanted him to produce the whole album but not pay & didn’t wanna do the split sheets or nothing. Nigga say “it’s my songs i should get all the money”. And yes he has a health issue that causes him to have seizures but the get 10x worse when he snort dat dope! He gotta be the worse artist to dj for. Yes i DJ’d for him for 10 yrs but i was always hoping it would get better. Or another major artist would recognize my talent. But he blocked everything. I never asked dude for shit. I came around with my own everything! That Supa Unit shit is the biggest piece of bullshit. That shit is only designed so Derrick can get paid while everybody else do the work! He promises to help artist but never do. It was some good times but it was more bad times than anything.
I never in my life met somebody that complained more than him! The nigga straight up miserable

Bel Air, Maryland: Nicholas Joseph Russo of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024. He was 38 years old. Nick, as he was also referred to, was the principal architect at Cisco.

About Nick Russo

Nick Russo was a networking specialist with a keen interest in all things DevOps, including lean principles and the notion of limits. He was a strong supporter of Cisco DevNet. Nick enjoyed reading and learning new things, and he was best recognized for his unwavering focus on customer value above market hype.

Funeral Arrangements

On Monday, June 17, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, Schimunek Funeral Home of Bel Air, Inc., located at 610 W MacPhail Rd., Bel Air, MD 21014, will host a reception of guests for Nicholas. There will be a memorial service thereafter.

Cisco

Leonard Bosack and Sandy Lerner, two Stanford University computer scientists who played a key role in linking computers at Stanford, formed Cisco Systems in December 1984. They pioneered the use of a local area network (LAN) to connect remote computers using a multiprotocol router system. Cisco Systems, Inc. is a worldwide digital communications technology company based in San Jose, California. Cisco creates, produces, and distributes networking gear, software, telecommunications equipment, and other high-tech services and products.[3] Cisco focuses in specialized technology areas, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), domain security, videoconferencing, and energy management, and its top products include Webex, OpenDNS, Jabber, Duo Security, Silicon One, and Jasper.

Jesse Eugene Sala of New Eagle, Pennsylvania, died unexpectedly on Monday, June 10, 2024. He was 21 years old. Jesse Eugene Sala was a student at Robert Morris University, he was pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.) in accounting and a Master in Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a certificate in Data Analytics. His anticipated graduation date would have been May 2025.

Jesse Eugene Sala Obituary

According to the obituary released by the family, in 2021, Jesse earned an honors diploma from Ringgold High School. In Charleroi, he loved his Dairy Queen gang. As a rising senior at Robert Morris University, Jesse was more than just a bright light—he was a truly exceptional person who had a profound effect on the school community.

He showed unmatched commitment to both his academic work and his leadership positions on campus. Jesse held positions as Lead Community Advisor in the Office of Residence Life, President of the Residence Hall Association, and Vice President of the Class of 2025. He participated actively in the RMU Honors Program, the National Society of Leadership and Success, the Association of Future Accountants, and Beta Gamma Sigma.

Funeral Arrangements

Friends will be greeted on Friday, June 14, 2024, from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the Frye Funeral Home, 427 W Main Street, Monongahela. Funeral prayers will be said on Saturday, June 15, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in Saint Andrew the Apostle Parish, Monongahela, co-celebrated by the Revs. Kevin Dominik and Thomas Kadlick. Entombment will take place at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Monongahela.

Keo Frazier, an executive leader with demonstrated success in marketing, communications, strategic leadership, brand engagement, and public affairs, died on Monday, June 10, 2024. Keo was a source of love, light, and happiness in every room. Her commercial skills were unparalleled. Her altruistic attitude kept her constantly striving to serve others. She was described as the most dedicated, hard working, inspiring, and a beautiful woman.

About Keo Frazier

Keo made improving the human experience, building brands, and strategic marketing her life’s work, all with the goal of elevating our collective identity on a local, national, and international level. An entrepreneur at heart, she started seven businesses, and the think tank New Thinkers aimed to bring about global change. Her eighth company, Nine and Two Agency, a reputation management firm that specializes in safeguarding, strengthening, and preserving reputations, was introduced in 2023.

She worked at the Denver Housing Authority (DHA) as the director of public affairs and communications. Keo held the positions of vice president of marketing at McWhinney Real Estate and vice president of communications at Emily Griffith Technical College before coming to DHA. Frazier was a creative and strategic leader who has led and carried out numerous marketing and branding initiatives for significant companies and organizations in Colorado and across the country. These include the rebranding of the City of Denver Department of Transportation, the redesign of Park Hill Golf Course, 40 McWhinney projects nationwide, managing a rebranding for The Denver Housing Authority, a “We Educate Colorado” campaign for Metropolitan State University, the TED fleet of United Airlines, Forest City Stapleton, Five Points Business District, numerous departments within the City and County of Denver, the University of Colorado, and the University of Denver, among others.

An Indiana State Police Sellersburg Post trooper and a crash reconstruction investigator are looking into an accident that killed a man in New Albany. Police and emergency services responded to an injury collision on I-65 northbound near the three-mile marker, just north of the Eastern Boulevard flyover, at around 11:00 on Tuesday night. Officers arrived on the scene to find the rider of a Kawasaki motorcycle flinging off his bike into the road. The motorist was given life-saving treatment by medical professionals and sent to University Hospital in Louisville.

Officers from Sellersburg’s post-crash reconstruction unit arrived to help and investigate with the troopers who were already on the site. Officers think the 2013 Kawasaki motorbike was driving northbound on I-65 at extremely high speeds when it passed many automobiles after crossing the Lincoln Bridge. This belief is based on the preliminary investigation, which includes witness accounts and modeling of the collision site. The bike crashed into the back of a silver 2016 Yukon SUV that was heading north at the posted speed limit as it proceeded north.

The operator of the motorbike was thrown from the vehicle in the impact, and the vehicle went off the right side of the road and collided with a parked semi-tractor pulling a trailer. The driver of the Yukon stopped at the side of the freeway, and none of the passengers suffered any injuries.

The motorcycle’s operator, Mason Tyler Brown, 25, of New Albany, Indiana, was recognized by the police. Mason Brown passed away in the hospital from his wounds. Investigations into this incident are still ongoing.

The Bridgewater community in New Jersey are mourning the passing of a beloved son, brother, friend, and teammate. Collin Zavoda, a Bridgewater high school student, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. According to his loved ones, Collin was a bright light in the community, known for his infectious smile, friendly spirit, and unwavering enthusiasm. The unexpected passing of Collin has left his parents Elsa and Doug, and his brother, Mitchell, a graduating high school senior this year, struggling to cope with the emotional burden.

Collin Zavoda GoFundMe

A GoFundMe page has been created by Robert Rak to raise funds in order to support the family during this time. Collin was an avid Boy Scout who enjoyed adventure and fellowship. He also enjoyed the excitement of competition when playing youth hockey with the Protec Ducks, Protec Predators, Hunterdon Bears, and Bridgewater Raritan High School Panthers. He also took on the task of becoming a young referee last year in order to give back to the hockey community. Collin was always friendly and upbeat on and off the rink, making everyone around him feel welcome and involved.

They are contacting the community and asking for support during this incredibly difficult time. Donations will go directly to the family to help cover the costs of funeral expenses and allow them the space and time to grieve their profound loss. No amount is too small, and any contribution will be deeply appreciated. Please share this GoFundMe page with your friends and family to help us support the Zavoda family as they navigate this heartbreaking time.

Keep the Zavoda family in your thoughts and prayers.