Sheahan Family, The O'Hara family from Beverly is so sorry about the loss of your wonderful son. It wasn't fair! All of our prayers are with you and your family. God Bless Patrick and your family at this time.

RIP Michael

This was very unfortunate because it was completely avoidable. Michael ran a stop sign because he failed to see it. The stop sign is completely hidden by trees/overgrowth that Manchester Township has neglected to cut/trim back for years. On top of that there is no "stop ahead" sign. A man on the scene told me he watched two people run that same stop sign in a single day just last week. It is out in a very rural area where it is easy to get lost and end up on that road and it's too bad Manchester Township of Boone County Illinois lets this happen after many pleas from locals....

RIP Little Mikey. You'll be missed.

Michael was an amazing young man; unparalleled intuition, poise, and kindness. His is missed by all those who were lucky enough to have met him.

I am Michael's father. Thank you for these kind comments. I am stunned by the accident. I think Jude Bullis is right on target. Below is the address for a local Illinois TV news video about the accident. Although it is uncomfortable to watch, it shows the deplorable road conditions that were the reason for Michael's death. http://www.wifr.com/morningshow/headlines/27514389.html

Rest in peace Michael Patrick Sheahan I was @ the scene and i was praying to god he would let you live. You'll be missed! :( Why did that have to happen my family's heart is out for yours. :( 'Miss you'! :( I was there when you were hanging in your car I was crying for you I don't know who you are but I was there I was the one to call 911. I was the one that was praying for you to make it. life just isn't fair. Everyone loves you! :( Why'd you have to go !