BANGOR DAILY NEWS • June 12, 2025
The cause of death of one of the hikers who died on Katahdin was released by officials Thursday. Esther Keiderling, 28, died from blunt force injuries, the Office of Chief Medical Examiner said. The cause of death for her father, Tim Keiderling, 58, is pending further studies. Their manner of death was not released, but Baxter State Park officials on Thursday said they believe Esther Keiderling fell onto rocks near the snowy summit. A funeral was held for both Tim and Esther Keiderling on Sunday.