James Gillen dies in fatal Decorah motorcycle crash

James Gillen dies in fatal Decorah motorcycle crash

Fatal Decorah motorcycle crash death of James Gillen – Obituary

James Gillen, a 35-year-old man from Protivin, has died following a motorcycle accident that occurred in Decorah, Iowa. The crash happened on April 23 along Locust Road near Pine Crest Drive when Gillen lost control of his motorcycle, causing it to veer off the road and slide into a ditch.

Emergency responders transported Gillen by helicopter to Gundersen Health Systems hospital in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Despite medical efforts, he passed away from his injuries on Monday, April 28.

According to an obituary from Hindt Funeral Home, a memorial service in his honor is scheduled for Friday, May 23, at 3 p.m. at Cresco Community Chapel. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. and continue until the service.