RIP: Todd Doxey
Posted in Project New Era on July 16, 2008 by projectnewera*Editor’s Note: I’m quite sure that many of you will have your own opinions about this story, as is expected. However, the purpose in posting it is not to make snap judgments regarding this young man and his decision but rather to stress the importance of teaching our children the safety (and dangers) of water. I am extremely grateful to have learned to swim at a young age and even more grateful being taught how to take precautions (what to and not to do) around pools and various bodies of water. Again, I am NOT judging him but just putting the thought in your head that if you have children, invest in some swimming lessons and most importantly, teach them how to act accordingly around the water. RIP, Todd.
Original Article Found at Sign on San Diego
On a wall inside the Hoover High gymnasium is Todd Doxey’s retired No. 9 football jersey.
It’s a larger-than-life symbol of how much he meant to the Cardinals’ program and how high in esteem he is held at the school.
For now, though, there is mostly shock and sadness after Doxey died Sunday in a swimming accident on the McKenzie River, 15 minutes from the University of Oregon campus where he was expected to be a major contributor for the Ducks’ football program this year.
Doxey, 19, and several teammates intended to float down the river on inner tubes, but he and a few others opted to jump into the river from the Marcola Road Bridge, according to Lane County Sheriff’s reports.
He apparently was one of the last to take the 25-to 30-foot leap and started swimming across the current. Witnesses said he suddenly appeared to be in distress and had trouble staying above the cold water.
Individuals in a fishing boat coming down the river were able to pull Doxey from the water, but attempts to revive him were unsuccessful. He was rushed to the hospital, where he died three hours later.
Flowers and notes are being accepted at California Cremation and Burial Chapel, 5880 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, 92115.
A Todd Doxey Memorial Fund to help with funeral costs has been established at the Washington Mutual office, 4415 Imperial Ave., San Diego, CA 92113. Lardizabal said if contributions exceed costs, a Todd Doxey Perpetual Memorial Fund scholarship will be established to aid future athletes.




















