Latest news with #BrianLicon
The Sun
15-05-2025
- The Sun
I thought watching my 4-year-old cry through chemo was the darkest moment of my life – then a phone call broke my heart
A MUM whose daughter is undergoing chemotherapy has faced another devastating tragedy after suddenly losing her husband in a crash. At 7:50am on 30 April, a car struck 25-year-old Brian Licon while he was riding his motorcycle on his way to work. 4 4 Brian was rushed to Denver Health Hospital, where he was sadly pronounced dead. The Wheat Ridge Police Department confirmed that no arrests have been made, but the investigation is ongoing. Brian's four-year-old daughter, Analicia, is in remission for leukaemia but continues treatment to ensure no cancer cells remain. Her mum, Rebecca Herrera, 22, is now grappling with how to support her daughter's mental health while also managing the costs of ongoing treatment. Rebecca, a full-time mum from Wheat Ridge, Colorado, said: "Brian was nice to everyone, he helped anyone he could. He was a hard-working man and went to work every day to provide for his kids." "Part of the reason we launched the GoFundMe is to help us with the treatment costs. Analicia is in remission, but my biggest worry right now is her mental health going through chemotherapy without her dad." Rebecca shared how difficult it has been for Analicia to adjust to life without her father. "We have been staying at my mother-in-law's house. I tried to go home, and she was screaming and crying, saying it was making her sad. Tragic Ferrari Crash: British Couple Die in Spanish Rally Horror "She is four, she doesn't understand, but I know she can tell it is different and he is not here." Brian was on his way to work when the crash occurred at the intersection of Sheridan Boulevard and West 32nd Avenue. Police confirmed that the driver of the other vehicle remained at the scene. Rebecca received a call around 9:30am informing her that Brian had been in a motorcycle accident and was at the hospital. She said: "The hospital called to say I needed to rush over there. They told me Brian had been in a motorcycle accident, and he was in critical condition. "But by the time I got there, he had passed. "I was able to see him. I was in disbelief, complete shock. I couldn't believe it, I still can't believe he is gone." When Rebecca returned home, she had to break the heartbreaking news to her two daughters, Analicia, four, and Athena, 11 months, that their father had passed away. 4 4 Rebecca said: "Brian was working hard to support his family while Analicia battled cancer after her diagnosis in December 2023. "I spoke to my daughter, but her only being four, I don't think she understands. "Brian was the most amazing dad, he loved his kids. He fought for his kids, he did anything they asked – they were his babies." In the wake of Brian's tragic death, Rebecca has started a GoFundMe to help cover funeral expenses and support her family's living costs. "I loved everything about him," Rebecca said. "We had been together since high school. "He was so funny, I loved the way he loved me. I don't think I will ever find anyone who loves me like he loves me." Where to get support for bereavement There is lots of help and available if you are experiencing grief after the death of a loved one. NHS therapy and counselling service s - NHS talking therapies services are for people in England aged 18 or over. You can speak to your GP about talking therapies or get in touch with the talking therapies service directly without going to your GP. At a loss - Find bereavement services and counselling across the UK Child Bereavement UK - Offers support if you are bereaved after losing a child. Or if you're a child or young person who is grieving after losing someone. The Good Grief Trust – a charity run by bereaved people, helping all those experiencing grief in the UK. Samaritans – if you're struggling you can call Samaritans any time on 116 123 to talk about anything.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Yahoo
Denver man dies in crash, leaves behind wife, 2 kids — including daughter battling cancer
WHEAT RIDGE, Colo. (KDVR) — The family of a man who died in a traffic crash on Wednesday says he leaves behind a wife and two young children, one of whom is battling cancer. Relatives say Brian Licon was hit on his motorcycle Wednesday morning at the intersection of Sheridan Boulevard and West 32nd Avenue. Wheat Ridge Police say the driver of the other vehicle did stay on scene. A cousin said the 25-year-old was heading southbound on Sheridan on his way to work. Motorcyclist deaths in Colorado hit an all-time high in 2024: CDOT 'When it becomes your own family, it kinda hurts,' said Licon's cousin, Destiny Garcia. A posted sign says the speed limit is 35 mph. 'He was a really good kid. He was a family man, for sure,' said Garcia. Garcia says they are not receiving much information from authorities. Police are continuing their investigation. 'I think it's really tragic, the way he had to go,' Garcia said. If you would like to donate to the family, you can visit this GoFundMe. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
