Pastor's son dies in tragic fall on graduation trip, family vows to 'honor him by living life to the fullest'

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A pastor’s son in Texas died after falling from a 50-foot waterfall in Washington state during a trip celebrating his graduation from high school.

In another unfortunate incident, Grant Herridge, the son of Brad Ray Herridge, a pastor at Ocker Brethren Church in Temple, Texas, passed away on June 8 due to what was described as a “tragic accident” at Olympic National Park in Washington, according to a post on Facebook.

According to the National Park Service, an 18-year-old young man tragically fell from a 50-foot waterfall at Olympic National Park in Port Angeles, Washington. Witnesses recounted seeing the teenager lose his footing while walking on rocks near the waterfall’s edge.

The Olympic National Park Search and Rescue Team began its search immediately after Herridge went missing, but haven’t recovered his body. Rescue operations were paused on Tuesday because of weather conditions.

Grant Herridge in pool

Grant Herridge sits in a pool while overlooking mountains. (Instagram/Grantherridge)

“He had wanted to go to Baylor his whole life,” Herridge said. “His mom and I graduated from Baylor, his mom works for Baylor… so Baylor’s like in his heart.”

In a statement posted to Facebook, Grant Herridge’s former school, Vanguard College Preparatory, said, “We love you, Grant.”

Sol Duc Falls

Sol Duc Falls in Olympic National Park. (National Park Service)

“You were a bright light and a true lighthouse in the Viking community, guiding others with kindness, joy, fun, and unwavering faith and inclusivity. Whether in the classroom, on the golf course, or in the halls, your light drew people in and made them feel seen, valued, and welcome,” the school wrote. “The students, faculty, staff, and coaches are all better because of you.”

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