Fundraiser Set Up for Kelli Winn Injured in Crash
Ocean Beach is mourning the loss of one of its young sons, Kyle Witkowski, who died in the crash of his car off Sunset Cliffs during the early hours of Saturday, January 3rd. Kyle, who was 28, never made it out of his car when his Tahoe crashed through the guardrail, fence and dropped to the rocky shore below.
A memorial has been set up around a public bench at the fateful intersection, Bacon and Coronado in OB – right on the cliffs. Heartfelt notes, many flowers and candles drape the site. Bouquets of flowers adorn the nearby chainlink fence. The ocean below continues without hesitation at the loss of human life on its doorstep.
Kyle, a totally local guy, grew up in OB, surfing the beach and Sunset Cliffs all his life. His family and friends are completely devastated.
Meanwhile a fundraiser has been set up for Kelli Winn who luckily survived the crash. It’s on gofundme – see photo above. Kelli is a local and works at Cafe Bella and Pizza Port in OB.
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RIP Dear Friend. Kyle we Love you- as I know Miss Winn will as well… We are so grateful to have Kelli here with us today. Do not Judge ANYONE unless you have been in their shoes. We must come together with love for our friends and family of these 2 beautiful people. I understand the circumstances of this accident are horrific to make sense of but people make mistakes and it is not our job to announce what is or is not of a situation.
My prayers are with both families and friends of Kelli and Kyle. I’ve only met Kelli at Cafe Bella and her soul is kind and joyful.
Well Said.
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Reaching for Peaceful Memories for Kyle (RIP) As each one of us reach for the memory touch your Heart~~ Also sending Positive OB Energy for Kelli to Heal>> claudiaj
I sit here crying once again over the horrific loss of Kyle and injuries to Kelli. The ripples are felt deeply even in far away Hawaii. Love and hugs to all!
Kyle Witcomski hat are now on sale in OB to help Kyle Witkowski’s family. They are being sold at OB Surf Shop, Hodads, & Ace Tattoo. The come in assorted colors for $15.00. Kyle was the young OBcean who died in a car accident around New Year’s. The OB Rag will do a notice if there is any public memorial or paddle out in Kyle’s honor.