Key Takeaways
- Noah Scribner, 17, d*ed in a motorcycle accident days before graduating from Timpanogos High School.
- Known for his radiant smile, Noah loved service work, sports, and ballroom dancing.
- The community has rallied to support Noah’s grieving family with counseling resources and over $15,000 in donations.
Noah Scribner, a 17-year-old beloved senior at Timpanogos High School, has passed away in a tragic motorcycle accident, just days before his graduation.
The Tragic Crash
According to the Utah Highway Patrol, Noah was riding his Honda motorcycle on SR-92 on Monday, May 12, when he lost control while rounding a corner.
Investigators say the front wheel of the motorcycle detached during the crash.
Despite immediate life-saving efforts, Noah was pronounced d*ad at the scene due to the severity of his injuries.
The crash is still under investigation, and authorities have not released additional details about potential contributing factors.
A School And Community In Mourning
The news sent shockwaves through the Timpanogos High School community and beyond.
In a message to families and students, Principal Theron Murphy offered his condolences:
“Our thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathies are with his family and friends and to all those who knew and loved him.”
Via Facebook
Counselors were made available at the school to support grieving students and staff.
Rich Stowell, Director of Communications for Alpine School District, said:
“When tragic events happen, we make sure students have resources, and our professionals are ready to provide that support. It is something we do very well, even though the need presents itself at the most difficult times.”
Remembering Noah Scribner
Noah Scribner has been remembered by everyone who knew him as a radiant, happy, and caring person.
Robyn Bertzing, a longtime teacher at Timpanogos, mentored Noah in the school’s Pride Action Culture Kinship team, a student-led service organization, said,
“Noah is one of those kids with a big smile and enthusiasm for life.”
One of Bertzing’s fondest memories of Noah was during the school’s annual Santa Campaign:
“I’ll never forget how excited he was to help raise money for these families in our community.”
The loss feels particularly raw for students who had just seen him days earlier at prom.
Noah’s passions extended beyond the classroom.
He loved sports, ballroom dancing, and being outdoors, and he was known for his infectious laughter and willingness to include others.
Family Mourns The Sudden Loss
Noah is survived by his parents, Scott and Jenny Scribner, his brother Aaron Scribner, his sister-in-law Sofie Scribner, and other siblings.
His sister-in-law wrote a moving tribute,
“I love you Noah. You started as brother-in-law, and truly became my little brother💔 I miss you and can’t wait to see you again.”
Via Facebook
Noah’s family said he had been preparing to graduate and begin a service mission, a goal he had looked forward to fulfilling.
Instead, they now face the unimaginable task of saying goodbye far too soon.
A GoFundMe has been launched to support the Scribner family during this difficult time.
The fundraiser reads:
“He was a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend who brought so much love and laughter into our lives… This was a completely unexpected event. Any contribution, no matter how small, will help alleviate the financial strain on his family.”
Via GoFundMe
The fundraiser has already raised over $15,000, quickly reaching half of its stated goal, as people from across the community and state come together in support.
Donations and messages of support can be sent through the GoFundMe page created in Noah’s honor.
