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This morning's public memorial service for the late Micron CEO Steve Appleton has begun at Taco Bell Arena; you can watch live here or here, courtesy of TV stations KTVB-7 and KBOI2.
Idaho Gov. Butch Otter and First Lady Lori Otter issued the following statement on the death today of Micron Technology CEO Steve Appleton:
“Idaho has lost a true champion, a great friend, and a visionary businessman. Steve was someone who understood the value as well as the cost of excellence. He lived life to the fullest, and while he enjoyed great success in business and in life, he never lost his intensity or his drive. Our hearts go out to his wife Dalynn and the rest of his family – including his extended family at Micron Technology and the many lives he touched throughout the world.”
KTVB-TV is reporting that Micron Technology CEO Steve Appleton was killed in a plane crash at the Boise airport this morning; you can see their full report here. Appleton has owned more than 20 airplanes and was a stunt pilot who survived another crash in 2004 in the Idaho desert. The Associated Press reported that a small plane, an experimental fixed-wing single-engine Lancair, crashed just before 9 a.m. today, and that Ada County dispatch reported it received reports of a small plane that was on fire before it landed. The airport remained open with one runway in use. Micron's board released this statement, saying, “Our hearts go out to his wife, Dalynn, his children and his family during this tragic time. Steve's passion and energy left an indelible mark on Micron, the Idaho community and the technology industry at large.” Appleton was 51; he is survived by his wife and four children. Click below for a full report from the Associated Press.
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