Wesley Barron found dead
07/01/2009, 3:59 pm by Chris HansonAccording to the Teton County Sheriff’s Office, 26-year-old Wesley Barron was found dead in Curtis Canyon earlier today.
Teton County Sheriff’s Deputies and Teton County Search and Rescue workers were dispatched to Curtis Canyon after Barron was reported missing.
Early reports indicate Barron left to go climbing around 4 p.m. on Tuesday.
When Barron did not return home last night and failed to show up for work this morning, friends notified family, who began to search local climbing spots.
Barron’s car was found in a Curtis Canyon parking area, leading to notification of the sheriff’s office and further search efforts.
The Teton County Sheriff’s office is reporting that rescue personnel believe Barron was climbing alone and fell while “free soloing” cliffs in Curtis Canyon, but an official cause of death from the Teton County Coroner is forthcoming.
Barron is the son of Mark Barron, the Town of Jackson Mayor.
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July 1st, 2009 at 6:25 pm
So sad. Mark is such a great guy. I am so sorry for his loss.
July 3rd, 2009 at 9:55 am
Losing a vibrant member of our community like Wes is devestating. I know echo many when I say that Wes will be missed. May all Wes’s family and friends draw close to the Lord for healing as they grieve. Our hearts are broken.
July 5th, 2009 at 12:23 pm
Very, very sorry to hear of the death of Wesley. Our sympathies go to Mark and RuthAnn.
July 9th, 2009 at 4:18 am
Mark and RuthAnn, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.