Frank Borostyankoi dies in fatal Tofino plane crash
Fatal Tofino plane crash death of Frank Borostyankoi – Obituary
A colleague and friend has identified the pilot and passenger who perished in a plane crash at Tofino airport on Thursday.
Frank Borostyankoi, a veterinarian from southern California, was the pilot, and Chris Biggerstaff, his best friend and fellow veterinarian from a different clinic in the same region, was the passenger.
Shannon Gross, manager at Bakersfield Regional Veterinary Surgical Specialty clinic where Borostyankoi was employed, confirmed their identities.
Gross mentioned that the two were returning from their annual fishing trip in British Columbia. Another passenger, who remains unidentified, was airlifted to the hospital in critical condition.
‘A Truly Good Man’
Gross described Borostyankoi, 62, as an exceptional colleague and close friend who mentored many young veterinarians and trained residents for years. He leaves behind his wife and two young children.
“He was an incredible person,” Gross said. “Despite his busy schedule, working up to 20 hours a day, he always made time for everyone and made them feel valued as friends.”
She added that Borostyankoi was known for his patience and care for his employees, never losing his temper.
“He always wanted to see people happy and found the love of his life later in life, which makes his passing even more tragic,” Gross continued. “He had a family later in life, and at 62, his daughters, aged 9 and 11, are left far too soon.”
Gross also mentioned that Biggerstaff is survived by a wife and children.
Fatal Tofino plane crash death of Frank Borostyankoi – Obituary A colleague and friend has identified the pilot and passenger who perished in a plane crash at Tofino airport on Thursday. Frank Borostyankoi, a veterinarian from southern California, was the pilot, and Chris Biggerstaff, his best friend and fellow veterinarian from a different clinic in…
Fatal Tofino plane crash death of Frank Borostyankoi – Obituary A colleague and friend has identified the pilot and passenger who perished in a plane crash at Tofino airport on Thursday. Frank Borostyankoi, a veterinarian from southern California, was the pilot, and Chris Biggerstaff, his best friend and fellow veterinarian from a different clinic in…