Partner of motorcycle accident victim thanks Rockhampton community

A 35-year-old dad who tragically passed away in a motorcycle accident is being remembered as his heartbroken partner thanks those who desperately tried to save him.

Adam Wilson tragically passed away in a motorbike accident on Kerrigan St in Frenchville on March 30, 2025.

It did not take long for flowers and tokens commemorating the life of beloved dad Adam Wilson to begin to adorn the Kerrigan St and Perrier Ave signpost in Frenchville after a shocking motorcycle accident on Saturday night claimed his life.

Painting a picture of a knockabout bloke, a packet of Manchester cigarettes and bottles of Great Northern beer sit among the flowers on the post and at the bottom.

But, the most prominent item of all is a simple sign that states ‘DAD AKA THE BOSS (until Mum comes home)’.

The 35-year-old’s partner Amy Hite has thanked those who desperately tried to save him that tragic night.

A memorial for Adam Wilson at the corner of Kerrigan Street and Perrier Ave.

Ms Hite reached out to bystanders, emergency services and the general community for their support in the wake of the tragedy on Facebook.

“On Saturday night, there was a terrible accident involving a motorbike and a car at the corner of Kerrigan Street, at the intersection of Perrier Ave,” she posted.
“My partner was involved and sadly passed away at the scene.

“While the outcome was devastating, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who stepped in to help.

Adam Wilson tragically passed away in a motorbike accident on Kerrigan St in Frenchville on March 29, 2025.

“Your kindness and efforts mean more than words can express.”

Ms Hite said she thanked everyone “from the bottom of my heart”.

“My heart goes out to each and every one of you who tried to help him,” she posted.
“In such a heartbreaking moment, your compassion was a light in the darkness.
“If you were one of the many people who stepped in to help, please message me as I would like to have the opportunity to thank you personally.”

Adam Wilson’s passing has left his family and friends heartbroken.

Friends, family and strangers all reached out, sharing their condolences and wishes.
Walk ‘n’ Talk Collective, a local men’s mental health organisation, paid their respects to Adam.
“Our deepest condolences during this difficult time,” they wrote.

“If there’s anything Walk ‘n’ Talk can do to support you, please don’t hesitate to reach out.”
“Without community, we don’t exist, we are here for you.
“In times of hardship, we believe in returning the support to those who need it most.
“You’re not alone.”

Adam Wilson’s partner has thanked emergency responders and the community for trying to save him.

One man said he and another woman performed CPR on Adam while waiting for emergency services to arrive.

“I am so sorry for your loss, myself and another lady were the 2 doing CPR until the Police and Ambulance arrived on site, I’m not sure who the other lady was but she was amazing and did such a good job,” Tyron Lawrence posted.
“There were a heap of other people who helped with traffic, calling triple-0 and getting first aid kits etc …. I really wish we could have saved him but I think the crash was just too bad.”

Adam Wilson tragically passed away in a motorbike accident on Kerrigan St in Frenchville on March 29, 2025.

Another woman offered a motorcycle escort for his funeral.
“Please let the local riding community know if you would like a motorcycle escort for his funeral as I am sure many of us would be honoured to do this.”

One commenter made note of Amy’s honourable decision to thank the community.

“Condolences for your loss and all the very best for the future,” Tom Tapping said.

“Your consideration and concern to others given your circumstances is powerful.

“Take care of yourself.”

Adam Wilson tragically passed away in a motorbike accident on Kerrigan St in Frenchville on March 29, 2025.

Adam was riding west on Kerrigan St just after 7pm on March 29 when he collided with a Toyota RAV4 travelling in the opposite direction at the intersection of Perrier Ave.

A Queensland Ambulance Service spokeswoman said multiple crews went to the accident.

The man and woman in the RAV4 were uninjured.

Loved ones have left beer, flowers and notes at a memorial for Adam.