October 4, 2016 8pm

Roseland Wake Park’s staff has extended its heartfelt condolences to the family of Ben Hollingsworth, who on Thursday, September 22, 2016, was riding on the main cable when he released the tow rope and was found to be in distress by a guest and staff members.  All observations by our staff indicated that this was a health issue and they responded accordingly by calling 911 and rendering swift CPR procedures.   Staff members stabilized Ben until the emergency medical first responders arrived on the scene and he could be transported to the hospital for further care.  Sadly, he passed away later that week.

The wake park remained closed that day, while the Canandaigua Police Department conducted their investigation. Our safety coordinator also inspected the cable as required and deemed it safe to resume operations.  The wake park reopened on its regular schedule the next day.

Ben was wearing park mandated safety equipment which included a helmet and a coast guard approved lift vest.  The Department of Labor did investigate the incident.   We are waiting for the final outcome of their investigation.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Ben Hollingsworth.