In Loving Memory of Jerry Mounce and Amanda Foster cool

In Loving Memory of Jerry Mounce and Amanda Foster cool

The city of Owensboro is mourning the devastating loss of two lives taken far too soon following a tragic hit-and-run collision on February 18. The Daviess County Coroner’s Office has confirmed that 53-year-old Jerry Mounce succumbed to the injuries he sustained after being struck on Frederica Street. His passing comes days after 39-year-old Amanda Foster, who was struck alongside him, died at the scene.

This heartbreaking incident has left families shattered and a community grappling with grief. What began as an ordinary day ended in unimaginable tragedy for two individuals whose lives mattered deeply to those who loved them.

Jerry Mounce is remembered as a man whose life reflected strength, kindness, and dedication. At 53, he had built years of memories with friends and family who now hold tightly to the moments they shared with him. Those who knew Jerry speak of his steady presence, his willingness to lend a helping hand, and the warmth he carried in his everyday interactions. His loss is not only the absence of a life but the absence of a voice, a laugh, and a spirit that once filled rooms with familiarity and comfort.

Amanda Foster, 39, also leaves behind a legacy of love and connection. She is remembered as vibrant and compassionate, someone whose life, though cut short, made a lasting impact on those around her. Amanda’s sudden passing at the scene of the collision sent shockwaves through the community. Family and friends now find themselves navigating the pain of losing someone who still had so many dreams, plans, and milestones ahead.

Authorities have reported that the driver involved, 21-year-old Anderson Xol Ho of Guatemala, allegedly fled the scene before later returning. He is currently facing multiple charges, including murder, first-degree assault, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol (first offense with aggravated circumstances), leaving the scene of an accident for failure to render aid or assistance, and no operator’s license. The case continues to move forward through the legal system as investigators work to ensure accountability.

Yet beyond the legal proceedings and courtrooms, there remains the deep human toll of this tragedy. Two families must now endure the unimaginable reality of life without Jerry and Amanda. Holidays will feel different. Celebrations will carry an empty space. Everyday routines will be reminders of what was lost in a single, irreversible moment.

Frederica Street, once just another stretch of road in Owensboro, is now etched in memory as the site of a profound loss. Community members have expressed sorrow and solidarity, offering prayers, condolences, and support to the grieving families. In times like these, the strength of a community is measured by how it comes together — and Owensboro has shown compassion in the face of heartbreak.

As we honor Jerry Mounce and Amanda Foster, we remember that their lives were far more than the circumstances of their passing. They were cherished individuals — family members, friends, neighbors — whose stories were still being written. Their memories will live on in the hearts of those who loved them and in the quiet acts of remembrance carried forward each day.

May Jerry and Amanda rest in peace. May their families find comfort in the love that surrounds them. And may this tragedy serve as a solemn reminder of the responsibility every driver carries — that every decision behind the wheel holds the power to protect life or to change it forever.