Solano County Coroner Releases Name of Bicyclist Killed While Riding Along Highway 113
Bicyclist Robert White, 57, of Ryde was killed in a tragic auto accident along Highway 113 Sunday afternoon, the cause of the accident remains under investigation
Robert White, 57, shown with his daughter Angela, was killed while riding his mountain bike along Highway 113 in Dixon Sunday Afternoon. The cause of the accident remains under investigation.
Courtesy of the White Family
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The Solano County Coroner's Office released the name of the bicyclist who was killed Sunday while riding his bike along Highway 113 near Cook Lane in Dixon.
Robert White, 57, of Ryde (unincorporated Sacramento County) was killed instantly when he was hit from behind by Orange resident Taylor Boe, 21, according to the California Highway Patrol. Both men were driving north along the highway, White in a Diamonback Sorrento mountain bike and Boe in a 2003 Hyndai Tiburon.
The accident took place around 1:59 p.m., Sunday; the Dixon Fire Department arrived on the scene but could not save White's life. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
White wore a helmet, according to the fire department, and the cause of the accident is under investigation. Police said that Boe was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of the wreck.
The CHP however said that they are talking to witnesses, who told them earlier that Boe was driving either at or just above the speed limit of 55 miles per hour. Boe was on his way to meet with family in Vacaville at the time of the accident according to the CHP.
Meanwhile, White's family is attempting to come to terms with the loss of their loved one.
White's daughter, Sonoma resident Angela White, wrote on the pages of Dixon Patch: "He was always careful when he rode his bike, he loved doing it and should be able to ride his bike wherever he wants, as we all should. Drivers are too busy doing everything else but driving these days, this was completely avoidable and now my father is gone. I will never be the same."
We will continue to follow this story as it develops. Please continue logging on for updates.
Anyone who witnessed this accident in encouraged to contact the CHP at (707) 428-2100.
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Rose
4:01 pm on Monday, September 26, 2011
You don't know me but know that I'm praying for your family. This is such a tragedy.May the Lord comfort you in this time and give you strength. Our family will continue to pray for you.
Rose in Dixon
Angela White
10:00 pm on Friday, October 14, 2011
Thank you Rose. I feel my dad's strength and love even now that he is gone. I appreciate your prayers.
Connie Moore Andrews
6:56 pm on Monday, September 26, 2011
Thank you Rose. Robert was a good man and a great Father. He is in God's hands. May God give us strength to make some sense of this terrible loss.
Darius Mohsenin
8:59 am on Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Connie: I'm Robert's landlord. See my comments on Monday's article.
Angela White
9:13 am on Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Elizabeth! Thank you so much for writing in, We all have been wondering what the heck happened and how he could not have seen him! If you would be wiling to talk to me that would be great so we can get a feel for what it was like and what you saw when you were there. thank you so much for stopping and helping.. this could have been avoidable and we want some answers! Please let me know if you would be wiling to talk.
Elizabeth
10:16 am on Thursday, March 29, 2012
Angela, I haven't been back on to check on this story since I last commented. I looked today to see if there were any updates as far as what has happened with the investigation or if any charges were brought against the driver of the car. From what I have seen, there haven't been any articles about the accident since it happened. I wouldn't mind talking to you at all. I don't feel comfortable posting my contact information on here though. If you have an idea of how we can make contact, let me know. I drive that road a few times a week and think of your dad every single time. I am so sorry for your loss and all that you have had to deal with. I wish there was something I could have done to help him.
Eva C
1:58 pm on Tuesday, September 27, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope the driver is honest with the authorities and the cause is determined.
Mandy
6:52 pm on Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Robert was a very close family member and we are devastated about losing him! I have known him since I was 13 years old and now I am 40. I live in NY and when I got the phone call Sunday night, I haven't stopped thinking and crying about it since. He was a wonderful, caring, giving, funny, respectful guy (I can't say enough about him) he will be missed soooooo much. Angela, I can't even imagine what you are going through and we are all here for you. I wish it wasn't his time because he had so much life to live. He was going to visit me in NY :o( I will never forget the wonderful memories I have of him and all that he has done for me over the years. I love you Bob!!! xxooxox Mandy
Barbara
6:19 am on Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Ang, you know we are here for you, The few times we had the joy having your dad over for dinner we truly enjoyed him. He always had a smile on his face, and the stories he and terry would talk about. He was a truly special person, and you can tell he loved you very much.. B
sydneywhite
6:17 pm on Saturday, October 8, 2011
i am roberts niece i havent seen him since i was a little girl and now i never will i hope this guy gets whats coming karma is a witch just remember...to angela i am so sorry about your dad its been forever since i have seen you last time at linnys trailer in poughquag i miss you like crazy and i would love to see you again email me sometime grumpybear1100@aol.com id love to hear from you