WICHITA, Kan. — The Cheney community is mourning the tragic loss of 32-year-old Taylor R. Goldsmith following a rollover crash in south-central Kansas on Saturday morning. The accident occurred just before 7:30 a.m. near Southeast 20th Street and 150th Avenue, west of Cheney.
According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, Goldsmith was driving a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro eastbound when the vehicle first left the roadway to the right, then re-entered before veering off the left side. The car rolled multiple times and came to rest on its driver’s side. Emergency responders pronounced him deceased at the scene.
The crash remains under investigation as authorities work to determine the circumstances that led to the accident. No other vehicles or persons were involved, and there were no reported injuries to others.
Goldsmith’s passing has left family, friends, and the Cheney community deeply shaken. Those who knew him describe him as a caring, kind-hearted individual whose presence brought joy and warmth to those around him. The suddenness of the crash has made this loss particularly difficult for loved ones and the community to process.
Authorities are asking anyone with information about the crash to contact the Kansas Highway Patrol to assist in the ongoing investigation.
As the community comes together to honor his life, many are reflecting on Goldsmith’s impact, the memories he created with friends and family, and the positive influence he had on those around him. Though his time with loved ones was far too brief, his spirit and the mark he left on the Cheney community will not be forgotten.
Taylor R. Goldsmith will be remembered for his generosity, warmth, and the lasting impact he made on everyone who knew him.
