Big Wave surfer Sion Milosky dies at age 35

The surfing community lost great rider this weekend, when Sion Milosky passed away while surfing Mavericks in the afternoon of March 16th. The 35 year old Hawaiian surfer apparently was held under for two waves after a fall. Our deepest condolences go out to Milosky's family, which include his wife and two girls.

An article on Surfing Magazine's page provide a info on Volcom's fund for the Milosky family and a statement from Vans:

"The entire Vans family is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Sion Milosky yesterday. Sion had recently become an active member of the Vans surf team with a terrific season on the North Shore this winter, but, more importantly, he leaves a loving wife and two young daughters.
In December, Sion won $25,000 through the Vans and Surfing Magazine North Shore Underground program with the intention of financing future surf trips. Vans will contribute the entire amount to a fund to be established to assist the Milosky family."