05/13/2026
According to reports from the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office, Troy Allen Ernst, 49, of Osage Beach was killed in a racing incident near the SW area of Lake Afton Park near the lake.
The track has been in operation since 1961.
Sedgwick County EMS along with Sedgwick County Fire District 1 personnel administered first aid but Ernst died at the scene.
According to his obituary, Ernst graduated from Camdenton High School and is survived by his children and grandchildren.
Funeral visitation for friends are planned for Wednesday, May 13, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes in Camdenton. A service will be held at 6:00 p.m.
Arrangements are under the direction of Hedges-Scott-Millard Funeral Homes, 1270 S Business Route 5, Camdenton, MO 65020 (573) 346-2090.
Condolences may be left online for the family at www.hedgesscottmillard.com.