In the spring of 2017, a young man's life was tragically cut short in Bluffton, Indiana. Jericho Michael Kobryn, a 21-year-old male, passed away at his residence on April 4, 2017. Born on February 20, 1996, in the Philippines, he was a graduate of Bluffton High School. Those who knew him remembered a genuine and selfless person, someone who loved being around people and always shared his positive spirit and a smile with everyone. He attended Life Community Church and had been a member of St.
Joseph Catholic Church.
The circumstances surrounding his death were deemed accidental by authorities. According to a news report from WANE, police indicated that Jericho had been playing with a gun when he shot himself in the head. The incident was a stark reminder of the potential dangers of mishandling firearms. There is no information available from online sources to suggest any foul play was suspected by investigators, and consequently, no details of any arrests or suspects have been reported in connection with this tragic event.
Jericho was survived by his parents, Michael H. and Gail E. Kobryn, as well as a large family of brothers and sisters. He was preceded in death by his sister, Emily R. Kobryn. His family and friends mourned the loss of a young man described as caring, giving, and selfless, who would do anything for anyone and who will be dearly missed. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on April 10, 2017, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bluffton.
