Javier Jimenez Dies In Disneyland Accident, Mourned By SouthLand

ANAHEIM, CA — After a tragic construction accident took his life, the family and friends of Javier Jimenez have joined forces to support those left behind.

Early Thursday morning, Jimenez was killed at a construction accident at Disneyland Resort, while installing an HVAC Chiller line, according to Anaheim Fire Department. He died shortly after being struck and falling into a 10-foot trench.

Disneyland Resort offered their condolences, Thursday, shortly after the incident.

"We are saddened by this tragic accident involving a contractor and on behalf of Disneyland Resort extend our deepest sympathies to Mr. Jimenez's family, friends, and coworkers," a Disneyland spokesperson told Patch.

A GoFundMe campaign was established for Jimenez's family by the members of the Local 250 Union, of which Jimenez was a member, to help with funeral costs, and to support those who are left behind.

"Brothers, sisters, friends, and family. It is with extreme sadness that we say goodbye to a fellow local 250 brother, husband, father, son, and friend," said Joe Vargas, who organized the fundraiser. "Let's all come together as only we know how to do, and help out our brothers family in this difficult time. May God bless and keep you all safe."
A close friend of Jimenez donated, and left a message saying:

"We swore an oath to help each other when in need, and nobody said anything as to when we should stop," Tony Martinez wrote with his donation. "Our condolences to you and yours. See you on the other side, Brother. Class of 2017."

Learn more about supporting the Jimenez family through GoFundMe donations.

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