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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
Bank boss & dad-of-three, 43, drops dead after repeatedly scaling mountain six times in crazy ‘EVERESTING' challenge
A NEW York banking executive has died after rapidly hiking up and down a Wyoming peak in an "Everesting" challenge. Dad of three Slava Leykind suffered a cardiac arrest during the event at Snow King Mountain in Jackson Hole. Advertisement 3 Dad of three Slava Leykind suffered a cardiac arrest Credit: Facebook / Amy Keller Leykind 3 The challenge sees contestants hike 1,500 ft up and down the mountain Credit: Getty 3 He was taken to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho, where he sadly died on July 2 Credit: Facebook / Amy Keller Leykind The challenge sees contestants hike 1,500 ft up and down the mountain until they match the distance of climbing Mount Everest. The world's tallest peak stands at a vast 29,032 ft high. But Leykind had completed six laps before first responders rushed to his aid. Jackson Hole Fire and EMS rushed to the mountain at 11.28 pm to bring medical assistance. Advertisement He was taken to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho, where he sadly died on July 2, Jackson Hole News & Guide reported. The 43-year-old died from an "electrolyte imbalance causing cardiac arrest" according to Teton County coroner. Leykind lived in Westport with his wife and their three children. He had worked for two decades as an executive at the New York City-based investment bank CG Sawaya Partners. Advertisement Most read in The US Sun Latest Breaking His obituary reads: "Slava Leykind, 43, of Westport, passed away on July 2 from complications sustained while participating in a mountain endurance event earlier that week." It goes on to describe him as a "perfect soulmate" to his wife Amy Keller Leykind and a "superhuman father" to their three kids. "Despite his significant professional success at a young age, Slava's role as a husband and father was his greatest achievement, passion and pride," the obituary adds. "He fervently supported his children, bringing love and a sense of calm to the wonderful chaos of a full house." Advertisement Contestants in the Everesting challenge have complete to the feat within 36 hours. The Everesting website says: "A straight shot up under the gondola makes this one of the most direct ascent routes in the 29029 family. "Short and steep, this mountain asks for 19 climbs to reach Everest. The majority of the trail consists of hard packed dirt, gravel, and grass. "The summit offers stunning views looking back at the Tetons." Advertisement Leykind was born in Minsk, Belarus - then in the USSR - in 1982. He emigrated to the United States in 1988. His tragic passing comes after Read more on the Irish Sun Chief Executive Officer FC Conradie, who co-owns the exclusive Gondwana Private Game Reserve, was charged at by the animal. Advertisement He was said by staff to have a "love for elephants and nature" and would often go out to photograph them.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Bank boss & dad-of-three, 43, drops dead after repeatedly scaling mountain six times in crazy ‘EVERESTING' challenge
The 43-year-old died from an "electrolyte imbalance causing cardiac arrest" HIKE HELL Bank boss & dad-of-three, 43, drops dead after repeatedly scaling mountain six times in crazy 'EVERESTING' challenge Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A NEW York banking executive has died after rapidly hiking up and down a Wyoming peak in an "Everesting" challenge. Dad of three Slava Leykind suffered a cardiac arrest during the event at Snow King Mountain in Jackson Hole. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Dad of three Slava Leykind suffered a cardiac arrest Credit: Facebook / Amy Keller Leykind 3 The challenge sees contestants hike 1,500 ft up and down the mountain Credit: Getty 3 He was taken to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho, where he sadly died on July 2 Credit: Facebook / Amy Keller Leykind The challenge sees contestants hike 1,500 ft up and down the mountain until they match the distance of climbing Mount Everest. The world's tallest peak stands at a vast 29,032 ft high. But Leykind had completed six laps before first responders rushed to his aid. Jackson Hole Fire and EMS rushed to the mountain at 11.28 pm to bring medical assistance. He was taken to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho, where he sadly died on July 2, Jackson Hole News & Guide reported. The 43-year-old died from an "electrolyte imbalance causing cardiac arrest" according to Teton County coroner. Leykind lived in Westport with his wife and their three children. He had worked for two decades as an executive at the New York City-based investment bank CG Sawaya Partners. His obituary reads: "Slava Leykind, 43, of Westport, passed away on July 2 from complications sustained while participating in a mountain endurance event earlier that week." It goes on to describe him as a "perfect soulmate" to his wife Amy Keller Leykind and a "superhuman father" to their three kids. "Despite his significant professional success at a young age, Slava's role as a husband and father was his greatest achievement, passion and pride," the obituary adds. "He fervently supported his children, bringing love and a sense of calm to the wonderful chaos of a full house." Contestants in the Everesting challenge have complete to the feat within 36 hours. The Everesting website says: "A straight shot up under the gondola makes this one of the most direct ascent routes in the 29029 family. "Short and steep, this mountain asks for 19 climbs to reach Everest. The majority of the trail consists of hard packed dirt, gravel, and grass. "The summit offers stunning views looking back at the Tetons." Leykind was born in Minsk, Belarus - then in the USSR - in 1982. He emigrated to the United States in 1988. His tragic passing comes after the owner of one of South Africa's top game reserves was trampled to death by an elephant. Chief Executive Officer FC Conradie, who co-owns the exclusive Gondwana Private Game Reserve, was charged at by the animal. He was said by staff to have a "love for elephants and nature" and would often go out to photograph them.
New York Post
2 days ago
- Health
- New York Post
NYC banking exec dead after hiking Wyoming peak six times during ‘Everesting' endurance challenge
A Big Apple banking executive and father-of-three died after quickly hiking up and down a Wyoming peak six times during an 'Everesting' endurance challenge. Slava Leykind, 43, of Westport, Connecticut, went into cardiac arrest after competing in the event at Snow King Mountain in Jackson Hole late last month. The endurance-style event sees hikers repeatedly trek 1,500 feet up the mountain to match climbing Mount Everest — the world's tallest peak at 29,032 feet. 3 Connecticut banker, Slava Leykind, with his wife and children Amy Keller Leykind / Facebook 3 Flat Creek and the Snow King ski resort in Jackson, Wyoming. Christopher Boswell – Leykind managed to complete six laps before first responders were called in and he was rushed to the Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho where he died on July 2, Jackson Hole News & Guide reported. His cause of death was a 'an electrolyte imbalance causing cardiac arrest,' the Teton County Coroner said. Leykind, who lived in Westport with his wife and their three kids, was an exec at the New York City-based investment bank, CG Sawaya Partners, where he'd worked for two decades, according to his LinkedIn. 3 Dad of three Slava Leykind died during an endurance challenge. Amy Keller Leykind / Facebook 'Despite his significant professional success at a young age, Slava's role as a husband and father was his greatest achievement, passion and pride,' his obituary said. 'He fervently supported his children, bringing love and a sense of calm to the wonderful chaos of a full house.'
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Boise-area hospital CEO found dead in Baltimore hotel. What police say
Baltimore police found an Idaho hospital CEO dead in a hotel this week, the department told the Idaho Statesman on Friday. Officers found Nicholas Manning, the chief executive officer of Caldwell's West Valley Medical Center, in his hotel room on Monday, according to Lindsey Eldridge, a spokesperson for the Baltimore Police Department who responded to the Statesman via email. Police did not observe any signs of trauma, and Manning's body was transported to the medical examiner's office for an autopsy, Eldridge said. She said police found Manning when they responding to a report of a possible overdose. Manning, 46, was appointed CEO at West Valley last November, and previously served as CEO of Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center, the hospital's sister facility in Idaho Falls, according to West Valley's website. He had 'extensive experience' in administering operations at major hospitals, according to the site.
Daily Mail
23-04-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Father-of-two, 25, spent three weeks in a coma after freak s'mores accident
An Idaho man is in recover after spending nearly three weeks in a coma after he suffered third-degree burns in a freak s'mores accident. Robert Thompson, of Twins Falls, woke up last Thursday – the day before he turned 26 – from a coma, his fiance and mother to his two children, Kimberly Graybeal, revealed Sunday. On a GoFundMe page, Graybeal wrote: 'Today 4/20 he is coherent and knows what happened. He is talking to us and thanks everybody for saying all the prayers and having him in his thoughts.' The GoFundMe page read: 'He has a funny sense of humor right now and I think that's the best thing for him and everybody around to take in with a grain of salt.' Thompson and his family were in the backyard of their home April 1 when his two daughters asked if they could start a bonfire and cook s'mores. As he attempted to start the fire, the gas fumes got pulled into the gas can, sparking an explosion. Thompson became engulfed in flames. He dropped and rolled on the ground as he yelled to his future wife for help. Graybeal attempted to remove Thompson's jacket and rushed into the home to grab water, according to the East Idaho News. As they waited for paramedics to arrive, Graybeal decided to take Thompson to St Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center herself. He was then airlifted to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center in Idaho Falls, where doctors placed him in a medically induced coma. Thompson suffered burns to the upper half of his body, his face, and neck. The father underwent two surgeries, including one on April 7 where doctors put additional new skin on his body. The procedure took place a day before he woke up and attempted to remove the ventilator before he was sedated. Thompson is now breathing on his own and looking forward to going home. Graybeal said: 'He stood up today and is drinking water and ice chips. For his birthday the whole family is here and visiting.' More than $17,000 has been donated to the GoFundMe that was created on April 2. Several people initially thought Thompson's ordeal was an April Fool's hoax. In response to those cruel claims Graybeal told East Idaho News: 'This is not fake. As much as I wish it was, I wish I could say, "April Fools, April Fools! It's all a joke!" But it's not a joke.'
