A Utah couple was found deceased in a suspected murder-suicide on Thursday afternoon, shortly after the husband posted a bothersome message on social media about feeling like a "crappy person."
Utah Couple Found Dead in Suspected Murder-Suicide
Olin Johnson, 57, allegedly shot his wife, Kerilyn Johnson, 52, before killing himself in their $1.34-million home in American Fork, Utah.
While the police have not disclosed the intention, they cited that a family member found the bodies. Neighbors, who had played softball with the couple the night before, did not notice any issues and recalled Olin discussing plans.
Before the incident, Olin posted about his struggles and his love for his motorcycle.
"No matter how crappy a person I am, motorcycles always love me back-oh, and skiing. Skiing loves me too," Olin's post from June 18 read, accompanied by pictures of him riding and skiing.
Olin's social media profile described him as a "father to 6 great kids and one Beautiful wife" and featured many family photos, particularly of Kerilyn.
The American Fork Police mentioned that the family has asked for privacy during this time of mourning. They extended their heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of Olin and Kerilyn.
According to LinkedIn, Olin owned Simtek Modular, a company that produces modular panels for force-on-force training and has collaborated with the US Border Patrol, FBI, and Utah County Sheriff's Office. Recent posts highlighted the couple's trip to Australia for Kerilyn's birthday and praised her breadmaking skills.
Who Is Kerilyn Johnson?
Kerilyn Johnson was an adjunct faculty member at the BYU School of Music, where she taught several courses over the past two years. She performed in several main stage productions and toured the US, Russia, and the Baltic States while acquiring her bachelor's degree.
As per her biography, she currently undertakes studio work locally and manages her private studio at home, all while caring for her six children.
Gayle Lockwood, a retired voice teacher from BYU and a close friend of Kerilyn, described her as one of the most generous, kind, and supportive individuals she had ever known, noting that Kerilyn's presence illuminated the lives of those around her and will be dearly missed.
A GoFundMe page was set up by a family friend to help the Johnson children with funeral expenses after the unexpected passing of Olin and Kerilyn Lowe Johnson.
The initiative desires to lessen the financial burden on the family during this challenging time, guaranteeing they can focus on coping with the disaster without added financial problems.
Davie County Woman Dies in Murder-Suicide
Authorities in Davie County verified that Cynthia "Cindy" Roberson Gobble, 60, of Mocksville, was found dead in a murder-suicide this first week of June.
Worries arose when she couldn't be reached on Wednesday evening, prompting deputies to administer a welfare check at her home on Country Lane.
Investigators discovered she was not home; evidence suggested she did not leave voluntarily. Despite efforts to contact them, both Cynthia and Gregory Wayne Gobble, 59, were unreachable.
An Ashanti Alert was issued, and subsequent investigations confirmed both had died from gunshot wounds in an apparent murder-suicide. Authorities have ruled out other suspects and emphasized there is no ongoing public danger.
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