Darryl Ward, a trucker featured on the reality TV show “Ice Road Truckers,” tragically passed away in a plane crash in 2016.
Darryl Ward became known for his role on the History Channel’s “Ice Road Truckers,” a series that followed truck drivers navigating the dangerous ice roads of Canada and Alaska. Ward joined the show in its sixth season and quickly became a fan favorite due to his experience and skill as a trucker, as well as his outgoing personality.
On August 28, 2016, Ward was involved in a fatal plane crash near Rock Creek, Montana. He was traveling in a Cessna 182 when the plane went down, claiming his life and that of the pilot. At the time of the accident, Ward was on his way to begin filming a pilot for a new documentary about the recovery of plane wrecks.
Ward’s death was a shock to fans and fellow cast members. The trucking community mourned the loss of one of their own, and tributes poured in from those who had worked with him and those who had been entertained by his adventures on the ice roads. His passing was acknowledged on the show, and he is remembered for his contributions to “Ice Road Truckers” and the trucking industry at large.