42-Year-Old Amanda Klem Tragically Dies in Lawnmower Accident

Huntingburg, IN – The Huntingburg Police Department and the local community are mourning the tragic loss of Amanda Klem, a 42-year-old mother, wife, and twin sister, who died in a lawnmower accident on Tuesday. Amanda Klem, formerly a Deputy at the Spencer County Sheriff’s Office, was identified as the victim. She was the beloved wife of Corporal Ted Klem and the mother of an 8-month-old baby girl.

Amanda’s tragic accident occurred near a pond while she was mowing. According to law enforcement, the mower tipped over, trapping her underwater. Her twin sister, Tracy Haycox, who is a former Jail Officer, found Amanda trapped under the mower. Amanda was rescued and transported to the hospital, where she was placed on a ventilator for several hours. Despite the medical efforts, she succumbed to her injuries after a series of tests and surgeries.

The Dubois County Sheriff’s Office expressed their deepest condolences: “The Dubois County Sheriff’s Office extends heartfelt condolences to the Huntingburg Police Department, especially Corporal Ted Klem, and the Spencer County Sheriff’s Office on the tragic loss of former Deputy Amanda Klem. Amanda passed away after a tragic mowing accident earlier this week. Our thoughts and prayers are with Amanda’s family and friends during this difficult time. Her selflessness as an organ donor will save many lives – a testament to her enduring legacy. May she rest in peace.”

Amanda’s husband, Corporal Ted Klem, shared a heartfelt statement following the tragic incident: “Our family has lost a key component in our lives. Amanda was the rock of our family and the best mother to Madison I could have ever asked for. Amanda was a fighter but was taken to heaven by God’s will. Amanda was my wife and mother of our beautiful baby girl, Madison. My heart aches but I know she is in no pain and is in a better place watching over us. I miss Amanda so much and will see her again.”

Ted also highlighted Amanda’s legacy of helping others: “Amanda helped so many and is continuing to do so. Amanda always talked about being an organ donor and if she could help someone else and she has it, use it. She was selfless in many ways but this is her final attempt to help someone in need. Amanda was loved by so many and it showed by the tremendous amount of support from family, friends, the law enforcement community, first responders, dispatchers, doctors, and nurses. Without all of you, this would be more unbearable. Please continue to keep our family in your prayers as we deal with this tremendous loss.”

The entire community, along with the families of Klem, Durcholz, and Haycox, is grieving this profound loss. Prayers have been requested for Amanda’s family as they navigate through this difficult time. Amanda’s passing leaves a void in the lives of many who knew and loved her.