I remember seeing you say that you ascribed emotional 'names' to each of your sons, and Caleb was your 'joy'. Caleb died Sunday on the Verruckt raft ride at the Schlitterbahn WaterPark in Kansas City, Kansas. downloading of any materials from this Site. He stepped into the. "May memories comfort you, Friends sustain you and faith uphold you", Much heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of their dear son. I don't know Caleb or the Schwab family, but I want to say how deeply sorry I am for your loss. 3. Some new details in the Caleb Schwab death are emerging with a witness giving her account of how the 10-year-old boy was killed on a water slide at Schlitterbahn Water Park in Kansas City, Kansas on Sunday. Then I felt the Lord tell me, he is using Caleb to bring people to Jesus, and to bring me back . I am sorry for your loss. Michael Persaud, a volunteer in the church's elementary class, responded to set up the campaign on gofundme.com. rights of any third party, is unreasonably harmful or offensive to any individual or community, The Guinness World Records has certified the ride as the tallest in the world. Prayers sent from North Carolina.The Tatum Family, I wish to offer my deepest sympathy to the family of little Caleb at this time of sorrow.Continue to hold on to the unchanging hand of God, who is always with us, RIP Caleb. His passing has shaken me to my core even though I did not know him. During the 5 weeks that Cory was in the hospital, his younger brother Kenny (now 11) stayed by his side and was also there when he passed away. Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am for your loss I know because I lost someone too as well she was a very nice lady but my biggest regret was not going up to the hospital to see her before god called her home to be with him but I know someday when I get to heaven I will see her again just like you will see your soon again . Scott and Michelle Schwab's son Caleb, 10, died on Aug. 7, 2016, after something went wrong when the child rode on the park's 168-foot-tall Verruckt (German for "insane") water slide. Dayton, Ohio. To The Schwab family-I don't know your family, nor did I have the privilege to know your precious Caleb. We will all forever miss your beautiful son! I heard that Caleb has accepted Christ, and that you have peace in the knowledge that you will see him again someday when your time in this world is over. Unfortunately, he died in a tragic accident which later resulted in the permanent closing of the water park. And while we do not know each other, we share a faith in Jesus Christ and God the Father. Our paths crossed very briefly when Caleb played a season for the Olathe Bears. My thoughts and prayers are with your family on this most difficult time in your lives. you expressly agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. May GOD be with You through this journey WE call LIFE. The ones of him and his little brothers were especially difficult to watch. August 7, 2016 was supposed to be an average day at the waterpark (Schlitterbahn in Kansas City) for Kansas legistlator Scott Schwab and his family. There is no doubt that he will be in Heaven by the Grace of Almighty. "The school's a better place, we're a better place because Caleb was here," he added. He would say that you are a good, good father. I have no words to express how I feel for your family for the loss of a child. KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) A judge dismissed criminal charges Friday against a Kansas water park owner and the designer of a 17-story slide on which a 10-year-old boy was decapitated in 2016. Dear Caleb Rest in peace young boy gone to soon. It sounds like he would be a good mentor. Of Kalamazoo Twp. She was born on September 14, 1918 in Winnipeg, MB. ~ Roxanne Holllingsworth - August 18, 2016. On Sunday, ten-year-old Caleb Schwab died at the Schlitterbahn park in Kansas City while on a 168 foot high slide. PS-I do not know you personally, but have been following Caleb's story closely and PTL that you are a Christian family. I never had the pleasure of knowing him or your family. Please know that You All are FOREVER in my thoughts and prayers. I know God will continue to help your family and Caleb's friends heal during this difficult time. In My Fathers house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you." David Left us to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, October 25, 2021 at the age of 92 years. I can't begin to understand what you are going through but I have been greatly encouraged and challenged by your testimony of faith in Christ during this time of unimaginable grief. At 65 miles per hour, Caleb's head was decapitated above the shoulders," the report explained. I know we don't know one another, but your family has been in my thoughts and prayers since the accident happened. Services & Gatherings Visitation: Thursday, August 11, 2016 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Yes, there is no greater loss than that of a child. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Condolence Messages will remain on this Site for the duration of the Message Book. ~Sending good thoughts and prayers~The Denslow's (Kansas City, KS), You and Your Family are in My Thoughts and PrayersPHIL 4:13 Love,Donna(SC), I live in Atlanta and heard about Caleb, but Caleb's loss is truly touching as a parent of four children, and I cannot imagine the pain of your loss. So very sorry for your loss. If you feel alone and confused I want to show you that Matthew 5:4 says "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted". So very, very sorry.D. Copyright 2016 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. One day you will be with your Son. contained in any Material or communication you send to us for any purpose whatsoever, including, but not limited to, developing, Last month, my boy also accepted Christ as his savior. This is not a cliche statement- I have prayed for all of you, Scott, Michele, Nate, and the two younger brothers (I'm sorry I don't know their names) every day since I heard about this accident, asking the Lord to be near to you and comfort you. But now as brothers in Christ, they will surely meet someday in heaven. I love Jesus with my whole heart and people who love Jesus can tell when they see someone else who also loves Jesus. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. you are the author of the Material, or (ii.) The boy's family had reached a settlement with . You agree to indemnify and hold Newcomer Funeral Service Group, its subsidiaries and affiliates, agents, officers, directors, you make and/or information you submit is truthful and accurate. One of the Mudcatshead coaches, Kurt Dunn Jr., released a statement. Peace be with you all. Our family is in prayer for your family. I've had restless nights and never ending confusion on why this had to happen to your little boy. his entire career, retiring in 1992. Please know that your family has been in my thoughts and prayers this week. Memorial gifts may be given to LifeMission Church, 16111 S. Lone Elm Rd., Olathe, KS. My deepest condolences to the family of Caleb Schwab. Your precious boy, and your family's grace in his loss is a light in this dark world.Please know that love, hugs and prayers are swaddling & covering your family through this terrible time.The Griggs Family-Knoxville, TN, Dear Schwab Family, Our family grieves with yours over the loss of your beautiful Caleb. Please click on the "Share Memories" button above to leave a message for the family. When I heard about Caleb I wanted to do something but other then having your family in my prayers there wasn't much else. I was really drawn to caleb---I found myself dreaming about himthinking about him..and even talking to him when I was alone. Caleb Schwab, 10, Decapitated in Waterslide Accident, Police Confirm. I hope this message means well when read.. Caleb is in the arms of Jesus as we speak. Again I'm sincerely sorry for your loss. A 10-YEAR-old boy was decapitated while riding a water slide in front of his horrified mom and brother in one of the US' worst theme park tragedies. Newcomer Funeral Service Group assumes no responsibility or liability arising from the content of this Site, as well as any obscenity, pornography, profanity, danger or inaccuracy contained therein. As I write this, you are having his memorial service and I am praying for you. I am a complete stranger. I have been taking in your memories of Caleb and my heart has been aching horribly for you. Kansas State Representative Scott Schwab 's son, Caleb who died at age 10 on Sunday . This week I read the story about your family's tragedy and I wanted to share some things: I saw a picture of Caleb and I couldn't keep my eyes off of him. Verruckt's. I'd like to think Jordan has met Caleb and perhaps Caleb is teaching Jordan to play ball and swim and read and blow bubblesthings Jordan didn't get the chance to do! I wish there was something I could do to take your pain away. AP. Sandra Freeman, Connecticut, 06492. tcf of Middlesex County, Middletown, Ct tcfmarch17@gmail.com .Gods Blessing to all of youI will keep you all in my prayers ! He graduated from Oklahoma State University in 1961. I love your family and I will continue to pray for you. Your going to like her I promise. ~ Heather from WA State - August 11, 2016, To the Schwab family and friends of family, Our's and the country's hearts are saddened for your loss. She was born in Pennsylvania, the daughter of Lynn and Isabel Soechting Day. connection to this Site, or from your violation of these Terms of Use. I don't know you personally, but you are my brothers and sister in christ.In Christ, Trevor Thiessen (Wichita, KS), You don't know me or my family but I just wanted to let you know that you have been on my heart and mind this past week. I pray that may God give you patience and joy and give Caleb Schwab a lot of chocolate milk in Heaven. the then-current Terms of Use. I have never lost a child, but my cousin died when she was 9 (I was a 13) and I remember how it affected our whole family for many years. May God comfort your family in the days to come, and may you gain solace in knowing he is home with the Lord. . You have been a wonderful dad to Caleb (a man he looked up to, a light in his eyes) and at the same time you have represented to the World what God the Father is like by trying your best everyday to lead your family. I like many people across the country have sent our children to these water parks, I am so terribly sorry that this has happened to your family. Dad loved playing catch and hitting balls with us and the neighborhood kids. AllisonIllinois, Scott and Michelle and family,Words can't express the sorrow for what your family is going through right now. Caleb was set to start another year at the Heritage Christian Academy. and our florist needs a few hours to craft your arrangement. Aftet 3-4 years. Caleb Schwab was killed on Aug. 7, 2016, at the Kansas City, Kansas, waterpark when the raft he was riding in went airborne and struck a metal pole. Subject to our right to remove Material, Newcomer Funeral Service Group guarantees that each Message Book will remain on this Now it's so nice to see you at Urgent Care. God put us all here for a test. Dear Schwab Family,I'm so sorry for the loss of your son and brother, I simply can't comprehend your pain as you try to imagine living without him. Please find comfort and peace by praying to God. Schwab and his wife, Michele, released a statement Sunday night saying they appreciated the . The whole world is thinking of you and we won't forget about you even if we did not personally know you. The courage you have shown has been an inspiration to your community. I read about your son in the news and about his death.I have not gone a night without thinking of him.Caleb has brought me closer to the Lord in a way I can not express.I believe Caleb will bring people to Jesus .He was truely God sent! David. I hope when you think of Caleb that instead of pain you will feel grateful for the time you had with him and you will bask in the most joyful memories. I pray every day since I learned of this that he is being held by God and I wish only healing and love for his family. 2 Dear Schwab family,You have been and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I'm thankful for the many fun times they had together. Children are God's greatest gift. Dear Michelle, Hi, this is Dee your tech @ 8603, my sincerest thoughts and prayers go to YOU, SCOTT, and THE BOYS. Your flower arrangement will be custom-made upon your order, Dear Schwab and other families,I am sorry for your loss. God bless! Though I have never had the pleasure of meeting Caleb I know that I will never forget him now. May God Bless you all with peace of mind and heart. She is survived by her ex-husband, Robert "Red" Schwab; her children: Randall Schwab and Cherie. You might look back on that tragic day and wish you said no to the park, or wish you picked a different day or a different time, and you might blame yourself but God says this is not your fault. Old. Today my good friends . May peace, love and joy come your way My condolences. In him the whole building is joined together and rises to become a holy temple in the Lord. Scott Schwab. Caleb's parents Republican state Rep. Scott Schwab and his wife, Michele have requested privacy and have not spoken publicly since the death of Caleb, whose funeral is Friday. Brennan Martin Schwab February 8, 2023 Brennan Martin Schwab, age 33, of Washington, D.C., passed away on February 8, 2023, supported by his loving family, following a valiant battle with malignant Melanoma. The pictures and videos were enough to see what a sweet, gentle, and loving child Caleb was. How inspiring his legacy will be, PRAISE GOD!! Group in any form, media, software or technology of any kind now existing or developed in the future. From what I've heard of Caleb, it sounds like he was truly a wonderful boy. Caleb will be in my thoughts tomorrow, as will those who had the blessing of knowing him. I have lost two children - my infant daughter, Karen, to SIDS in 1989, and my 25 year old son, Cory, about 8 months ago on November 22, 2015. Please also sign me up for Penwell-Gabel's email newsletter. I have never met your family but its feel like I have lost one of my own. August 7 marks the five-year anniversary of the horrific tragic accident at the Schlitterbahn Water Park in Kansas City, Kansas. I am so, so sorry for your loss. Caleb's death Sunday hit many hard in his small community of church and school, as well as across the Kansas City area. Overland Park, Johnson County, . Scott and Michele, You are in our prayers daily. I can't even imagine what you must be going through. Deepest sympathies to the family of Caleb Schwab. manufacturing and marketing products using such Information. im sorry about your loss of your son caleb i lost my son years ago i dont know caleb but i know how it feels if you need to talk to someone please e-mail me. He was identified as Caleb Schwab, the son of state Rep. Scott Schwab, the Kansas City Star reported. Later, some gruesome details were revealed about the boy's death. Please know that many people are thinking of you and your boys today and in the days to come. God bless your family in this very devastating loss. Caleb's real home has been Heaven this whole time but God brought him to life on Earth so he could change lives and I believe that he will STILL change lives though now he is with our Heavenly Father. Please know that Caleb is in the hearts and minds of every parent out there that knows about this. You further represent and Loretta Racette. My boys and I will continue to pray for your family. Your son was an adorable, sweet face, beautiful child. A mum had to be held back by theme park visitors so she wouldn't see the body of her 10-year-old son who'd just been decapitated on a water slide. prior notice. Caleb Schwab's parents recall losing son in 2016 waterpark accident. We will all forever miss your beautiful son! God bless and keep you always. Schwab family photo "It was a horrible tragedy. 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