KU mourns loss of 21-year-old student

Kansas University is mourning the death of Patrick J. Benedict, a senior from Overland Park who was majoring in business.

Benedict, 21, died on July 29. He was a graduate of Blue Valley Northwest High School, and was an honor roll student.

“We are saddened by the loss of Patrick Benedict,” said Interim Chancellor Barbara Atkinson in a statement. “We mourn the passing of this bright young man, and on behalf of the university community, we extend our heartfelt sympathies to his family and friends.”

Online condolences may be left at www.amosfamily.com.