Tristen Danielle Duling Obituary, ROMNEY, W.Va. — Tristen Danielle Duling, 30, of Shanks, West Virginia, and her unborn son, Banx Allen Dow, died on August 19, 2026, following a tragic incident in the South Branch River near Wapocoma Campground in Romney.
Duling’s death came after several days of search efforts in the area as authorities and others worked to locate her following the incident. Community members had been following the search and hoping for a positive outcome.
After several days of searching, Duling was recovered from the South Branch River, bringing a heartbreaking end to the search efforts. The circumstances surrounding the river incident were described as tragic, and the loss has left family, friends and others mourning.
Duling was remembered in the community alongside her unborn son, Banx Allen Dow. Their deaths have brought grief to the Duling and Dow families as loved ones face the difficult days following the tragedy.
The news has also prompted an outpouring of sympathy from members of the surrounding community who had followed the search. Messages of support have been shared for Duling’s family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time.
Duling was 30 years old and lived in Shanks, West Virginia. Further details about her life, career and personal accomplishments were not provided.
The loss of Duling and her unborn son has left those who knew them grieving and remembering them. Community members have been asked to keep the Duling and Dow families in their thoughts and prayers as they mourn.
Tristen Danielle Duling and her unborn son, Banx Allen Dow, will be remembered by those whose lives they touched. Condolences go out to their families, friends and loved ones during this heartbreaking time.
