New York State Thruway officials are mourning the loss of an employee who died while working on Interstate 90 on Monday morning.

“On Monday, November 4, 2024, the Thruway Authority lost one of its own, who tragically lost his life after being struck by a vehicle while working on the Thruway (I-90) in Silver Creek,” said Authority Executive Director Frank. G. Hoare, Esq. “Stephen “Steve” Ebling was a Thruway Maintenance Supervisor based in the Thruway’s Silver Creek Section out of the Buffalo Maintenance Division. Steve was a committed public servant, having devoted 15 years of his career to the Thruway Authority and is remembered by his fellow colleagues as a hardworking and dedicated person who was always willing to help. Steve’s wife Belindie and their two sons Brett and Joel are forever in our thoughts and prayers.

“It cannot be emphasized enough that the men and women who work along the roadway are real people with families that they want to go home safe to each day. New York Move Over Law requires drivers to be alert, slow down and safely move over for all stopped vehicles on the side of the road. There is no reason for endangering lives.

“New York State Police continue to investigate the crash, and we will share additional information as it becomes available.”