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. You won't be forgotten. We also have some joy to celebrate and we also have a great big thank you to God for allowing him to be here as long as he was. Charles worked for G.M. Joann M Cross, Holts Summit, MO. We are praying for your family. Never! Heritage Christian Academy remembers Caleb, 41 Action News spoke to Rick Lukianuk, the chief administrator at Heritage Christian Academy. I know how much that day turned from exicment of going to a watermark to grief and how hard that was. I have never met your family but its feel like I have lost one of my own. Not sure if that's any kind of explanation. In 2016, what was supposed to be a fun day out for a family became an utter tragedy when 10-year-old Caleb Schwab was tragically killed while riding the world's tallest water . The community is rallying around the family during this difficult time. Our family is in prayer for your family. I've just been so sad for you all since hearing of this tragedy and will continue to keep you in prayer as you start your journey of healing and peace. Though I do not know your precious son, my eyes shed tears as I write this. "I couldn't help but see a wonderful, personal message hidden in that passage, knowing the grief you are going through, losing your precious 'joy'. The family had strong ties in the city, including at the LifeMission Church on South Lone. Dear Schwab and other families,I am sorry for your loss. Funeral Service Group and its affiliates and related entities the right to use your name and any other information about you I live in Georgia and was deeply saddened by the devastating loss of Caleb. And in him you too are being built together to become a dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit.Much love in the arms of Jesus,The Gallaghers, ~ Shane and Amber Gallagher - August 13, 2016, I am so sorry for the lost of this precious child I don't know anything about him but one thing I know he has a good spirit .now this young man is resting in the the arms of God and bless this family in the name of Jesus to get through one of the hardest times in their life may God bless you and may God keep you amen . The child was riding on the Verruckt water slide when he died. By submitting any writing or material to this Site, including, for example, information, Until then, may God help you heal your hearts, one day at a time. For a full version of our online obituary policy, please click, 2023 Penwell-Gabel Cremations, Funerals & Receptions. We will all forever miss your beautiful son! Please also sign me up for Penwell-Gabel's email newsletter. By Timothy Bella. This tragedy is especially jarring for my family (even though we do not know the Schwabs) because August 7th was my 9 year old's birthday, and we too, celebrated that day at a local water park. Please know we join the many mourning your loss.Steve and Nancy Ingram. affiliated or linked sites; is otherwise inappropriate for this Site, in the sole discretion of Newcomer Funeral Service Group. Jessica, IN, Mr. & Mrs. SchwabPlease accept my sincerest sympathy.May the God of Hope fill you with all Joy and Peace in believing so that by the power of the Holy Spirt you may abound in Hope- Romans 15:13God Bless You and Your Family. 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. Author: Unknown Our condolences to youCharlie and Susie Hughes. Dayton, Ohio. A memorial service is set for Friday at 2 p.m. Caleb had a passion for sports, especially for baseball. One day you will be with your Son. Caleb's beautiful, open-spirited face. Dear family and friends of Caleb,I did not know Caleb but I want to say how sorry I am that you are going through this. As a mom, I cannot imagine your pain or grief. Revelation 21:3,4 My thoughts are with you and your family .Patricia Casillas. My prayers are with you. you expressly agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. P.S. the Material is God be with you in this difficult time. You also represent and warrant that the writing My thoughts, prayers are with your family. Calebs energy and amazing zest for life was inspiring and will be truly missed. The 10-year-old, second oldest of the four sons of Michele and Scott. I will miss seeing all the wonderful pictures of watching your family grow. Please read the following terms of use ("Terms of Use") carefully before using August 7 marks the five-year anniversary of the horrific tragic accident at the Schlitterbahn Water Park in Kansas City, Kansas. To the parents of Caleb and extended family members and his classmates,My heartfelt condolences to your family and his friends. The Lovells from Sycamore, Illinois. im praying for you guys even though its been years and probably nobody will see this. obscenity, pornography, profanity, danger or inaccuracy contained therein. God bless you all. rights of any third party, is unreasonably harmful or offensive to any individual or community, I wish we could have known him.. My family is joined with the community to help in anyway we can. This life is nothing but a deception. +Gospa,Amen I Say To You.Pocivaj v Miru.The Lord Bless You And Keep You.The Lord Let His Face Shine Upon You And Be Gracious To You.The Lord Lift Up His Countenance To You And Grant You Eternal Happiness And Joy.+g. As of 6:30 p.m. Monday a GoFundMe campaign has raised more than $24,000 for Calebs funeral costs. God bless you all,Pam Deghand, I have done nothing by cry and cry every day since I learned of this. 3.) Much love, LauraKnoxville, TN. My thoughts and prayers are with your family on this most difficult time in your lives. The courage you have shown has been an inspiration to your community. Stay strong and remember your Lord and Savior is walking right along side you. Scott Schwab has spoken out on every parents' worst nightmare: The death of his child. And isn't that a wonderful legacy for you and Caleb to leave in this ill-begotten world? I did not know your son personally, but when he passed away it was just like losing one of my children. One of the Mudcatshead coaches, Kurt Dunn Jr., released a statement. God bless! promotes or encourages illegal acts, violation of any right of any individual or entity, violation of any He wore the number three on his jersey and played on the team coached by his dad, Scott. Please know you have many fellow Christians around the globe praying for you now, including this one from Niagara Falls, Canada.with love from a sister in Christ, Nancy Diakiw, To the Schwab Family,Words can't describe how much my heart hurts for your family. his entire career, retiring in 1992. All other inquiries should be directed to Clint Sprague or asked at the press conference which will be held later today at Life Mission Church in Olathe, Kansas. I pray for your strength for the rest of the days of your life. The AP says that Caleb died on the 168-foot-tall water slide that has 264 stairs leading to the top. The 10-year-old died on Sunday from a neck-injury he suffered while riding the Verruckt water slide at the Schlitterbahn Water Park. He was a beautiful boy. I am so sorry for your loss and I pray for all of you during this tragic time. When I heard about Caleb I wanted to do something but other then having your family in my prayers there wasn't much else. From what I've heard of Caleb, it sounds like he was truly a wonderful boy. Group in any form, media, software or technology of any kind now existing or developed in the future. The devil does NOT have victory when there is such a legacy. And it's learning how operate in a new normal, Smith said. Terrifying footage of the waterslide, on which Caleb Schwab died on The slide stands 168ft tall with a jaw-dropping 50ft drop. God bless your entire family and try to take comfort in knowing Caleb is with our Father and Savior! 934 Centre Ave Reading, PA BRIAN SCHWAB OBITUARY Dr. Brian M. Schwab, 43 of Alsace Twp., passed away on Jan 4th. Julie - Auburn, AL, Dear Schwab family, You don't know me, but I grieve with you over the loss of Caleb's earthly life. 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. Caleb, the son of a Kansas lawmaker, was in a raft with two women who were not related to him when he was killed. I remember seeing you say that you ascribed emotional 'names' to each of your sons, and Caleb was your 'joy'. That is, until August 7, 2016, when the raft that 10-year-old Caleb Schwab was riding went airborne and hit a metal pole supporting a safety net, resulting in his decapitation and instant. Your family's beautiful openness about your faith. Bless you and your family, ~ Jennifer Carlile-Frederick - August 12, 2016. you have express permission from the copyright On Sunday, ten-year-old Caleb Schwab died at the Schlitterbahn park in Kansas City while on a 168 foot high slide. I never had the pleasure of knowing him or your family. Condolences to the family. I hope the words and knowledge of the Lord are a comfort to you at this time of mourning in your family. (Psalm 34:18; Philippians 4:6,7). He was born on September 28, 1938 to Adena Faye (Irwin) and Donald L. Schwab in Shattuck, Oklahoma. You are and have been in my thoughts. I was table leader at Girl Time several times and I remember talking to you and how excited your were to be pregnant. Although nothing can change what happened, please know the entire world is thinking of you all, and may God give you the strength to move forward, and eventually find peace. Dear Family Of Caleb Schwab,We are so sorry to hear of your son's passing..Please except our deepest sympathy for your family & friends..May our Lord comfort you & give you peace & strength in your time of mourningGod bless you.. We don't know you but saw this on the news & wanted you to know we care.. ~ Bill & Sherri Locke - August 10, 2016. May you all be comforted as you go through these though times and just know he is never gone. Rest in the assurance that Caleb is with Jesus and you will see him again. We are so so sorry. I was at supper the other night with my husband and I broke down crying. advertises, promotes or offers to trade any goods or services; is intended primarily to promote a cause or movement, whether political, religious or other; contains copyrighted content (copyrighted articles, illustrations, images, lyrics, photos, poems, text, distribute any submitted writing or Material that: We reserve the right to remove any submitted writing, photo(s), or any other Material that does not meet the Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your son, brother, loved one, and friend. I am so glad to hear about his faith in Jesus, and of your strong faith. I have a young son and I look at him and.I cannot imagine this situation. I hope this message means well when read.. Caleb is in the arms of Jesus as we speak. 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. Again I'm sincerely sorry for your loss. PS-I do not know you personally, but have been following Caleb's story closely and PTL that you are a Christian family. Words just simply can't begin to say how sorry I am that you lost your boy. I guess I'll defer to a favorite verse of mine, words of our Savior Jesus: "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them. He was decapitated, said People. God bless you and your family.The Norris Family, Salina, KS. May your faith sustain you now and in the days ahead, and may you feel God's presence and the love and prayers from so many. We are completely grief stricken with heartbreak. 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. I will not say, "I know how you feel" because I have no idea. The boy's family had reached a settlement with . Your angel is in a far better place and is watching over. ~ Maria Felinda Hammond - August 11, 2016. That's how I felt when I looked at Caleb (there is something about his smile) and when I read that he trusted in the Lord I was overjoyed because I know he is with his Savior right now enjoying endless chocolate milk! I am praying for your family and that you feel the love of God. He was a Disciple and that was his purpose here on earth. Don't be sad because one day by the Grace of Almighty you and we are all going to see him in heaven. Caleb Schwab's parents recall losing son in 2016 waterpark accident. I am writing this while you are having a memorial service for your 10 year old son. ~ Roxanne Holllingsworth - August 18, 2016. Sending prayers in this time of sorrow. The second-oldest Schwab child played for the Kansas City Mudcats, a little league organization in the metro. I cannot imagine the grief you all are going through, when I think about losing one of my boys, who are similar in age. Please know that many people are thinking of you and your boys today and in the days to come. business or entity; violates any municipal, state or federal law, rule, regulation or ordinance, or attempts to Pastor Clint Sprague of LifeMission Church, requested the set-up of this GoFundMe campaign on behalf of the family to help the with the unexpected funeral expenses. This may never be seen, but today I thought of Caleb and I just wanted to say that Im thinking of and praying for your family as we approach the 4 year anniversary of his graduation to Heaven with Jesus. Every child that participates in sports with our organization becomes a part of our Mudcat family. All of our players, current or former, have been touched by this tragedy regardless of if they personally know Caleb or not. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. I am praying for comfort for your family during this difficult time. irrevocable, non-exclusive right and license to use, copy, modify, display, archive, store, publish, transmit, perform, May GOD be with You through this journey WE call LIFE. We have you in our heart. I pray that may God give you patience and joy and give Caleb Schwab a lot of chocolate milk in Heaven. Our heavenly Father did experience the lost of his son when he was put to death here on earth John 19:18-42 because he knows your pain he lovingly invites you to throw all your anxieties on him because he cares for you.1 Peter 5:7. Thoughts and prayer to you all. Please take care of yourselves. I am a believer in Jesus Christ, but my faith has been weakened over the past few years. While looking at the 2015-2016 yearbook, Lukianuk shared his feelings about Caleb's tragic death. Since I heard about your son, and his wonderful faith, as well as your faith, I told my family that the excuses have run out, and we made it to church for the first time yesterday in way too long. rip Caleb :(. News confirms. My heart goes out to him and your family, It is so sad to here what happen. His passing has shaken me to my core even though I did not know him. SCHWAB, Charles T. Age 58. ", Andres Gutierrez can be reached atandres.gutierrez@kshb.com. Im praying for your peace and trust in the Lord that he is holding your sweet son and your joy in remembering that you will be with him again one day! Dear Caleb Rest in peace young boy gone to soon. God bless your family in this very devastating loss. God has you in his keeping. There is little comfort in words, but I hope you take some comfort in the knowledge that your sweet boy is with God. --from eastern North Carolina. He was identified as Caleb Schwab, the son of state Rep. Scott Schwab, the Kansas City Star reported. The pictures and videos were enough to see what a sweet, gentle, and loving child Caleb was. Multiple injuries were reported before his incident. She was born on September 14, 1918 in Winnipeg, MB. Phil Jimerson (FTS). God bless and keep you always. Hello, I hope I'm not stepping over the line because I don't know your family personally. Scott and Michelle,We wanted to share our thoughts and prayers with you and your family. Your memory is our keepsake. OLATHE, Kan. Friends and family of Caleb Schwab, 10, who died Sunday, Aug. 7 at Schlitterbahn Water Park gathered Friday at LifeMission Church, 16111 S. Lone Elm Rd., in Olathe to celebrate his He was the husband of Dr. Audrey D. Smeltzer Schwab for 12 years. Without limiting the Children are God's greatest gift. i never knew Caleb, i am just a random person who was at the water park when that happened. 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! Let his life legacy be forever celebrated and shared with the love that he once shared. Praying for each of you. To The Schwab family-I don't know your family, nor did I have the privilege to know your precious Caleb. To Caleb's Mom and Dad, I wish there was something I could say to ease your pain even just for 1 minuteI do not know your family personally but I live in Olathe and have a 10 yr old son myself, who I am sure has played soccer games with Caleb, played at the same parks, shopped and had family dinners at the same place as Caleb, we've probably crossed paths many times before. It sounds like he would be a good mentor. I'm so sorry for your loss. Amen! I was really drawn to caleb---I found myself dreaming about himthinking about him..and even talking to him when I was alone. (Hugs from Hays)In God's love,Vicki, ~ Vicki (Pirtle) Needham - August 11, 2016. I have this poem at my desk and I read it almost dailyit helps meIn Our Hearts We thought of you today. Much love from across the Missouri River from Jefferson City. Sincerely, Barb. connection to this Site, or from your violation of these Terms of Use. 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. "First and foremost, I would like to express our deepest condolences to the Schwab family. If there is any comfort (and there most likely isn't) please know that from my own experience 'these things' happen so fast that the victim doesn't have a lot of time to be scared. Visitation for Caleb will be Thursday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. atLifeMissionChurch in Olathe. Your son is very much alive and he has no sickness, he has no pain, he has no sorrow and he stands next to Jesus Christ where he will live forever. The largest payment to Caleb Schwab's family, $14 million, will come from SVV 1 and KC Water Park, two companies associated with the Texas-based water park operator Schlitterbahn, The Kansas City . 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." "He's also in there and he's been here for years and there are great memories of him. All my love Paul ?? Dear Schwab family, My heart aches for the loss of, your sweet boy/brother, Caleb. And while we do not know each other, we share a faith in Jesus Christ and God the Father. The goal was only $15,000. Scott Schwab is married to Michele. Schwab was the son of Scott Schwab, who. Then I felt the Lord tell me, he is using Caleb to bring people to Jesus, and to bring me back . michael rozman. Please accept our condolences on the loss of your sweet Caleb. Copyright 2016 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. standards described in Section 2 above, or for any other reason whatsoever. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Although I do not know you personally, we are all a part of Gods family. Condolences should be personal messages from family and friends. This story has touched me in a way that is unexplainable. Later, some gruesome details were revealed about the boy's death. The whole country is grieving with you, especially the parents of little boys and girls. Much love daron.norfleetsr@gmail.com. God's promise that we will once again see and know our loved ones in heaven is our consolation. I am so so sorry but hopeful our country will do everything they can to prevent this kind of tragedy from ever happening again. Both women also suffered facial lacerations from the netting. And days before that too. After hearing about this story, I am determined that we will make it back to church, because our faith and relationship with our Savior is truly what matters most. Three passengers can ride at any one time and are strapped into a . So very sorry for your loss. Dear Scott and Micheal! Words are inadequate~please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. 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. I want to send my deepest condolences to your family in this time of your loss. To be honest, I haven't gotten my family to church in quite a while, even though we are believers. I am grieved for you and inspired to invite joy and vitality into any moment that I remember Caleb, and to live more fully because of him. You are good parents, you are the best parents that Caleb could have had and that's why God put him in your hands. Today my good friends . God feels for you in your pain. We feel it's the right thing to. I'm so grateful you led Caleb to having a strong faith in our Father. Please know that You All are FOREVER in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest condolences to the family of Caleb Schwab. Keep your eyes fixed on the Lord and He will comfort you and bring healing to your hearts.Revelation 21:4 (NKJV) And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. Schwab family photo "It was a horrible tragedy. My family and I live by the water park and having to drive pass the slide everyday just makes my heart ache knowing what happened. The 168ft-high Verruckt, which means "insane" in German, was certified as the world's tallest water slide by Guinness World Records. I can't even imagine what you are going through and I am so very sorry for your loss. Old. God Bless You.In Sympathy,Linda ImusMattawan, Michigan. Amen. Instagram. I always tell people don't be afraid to talk about Kelsey, Smith said. Caleb Schwab, 10, Decapitated in Waterslide Accident, Police Confirm. He spent three hours with the Schwabs comforting them during this difficult time. Scott and Michele, You are in our prayers daily. Scott, I feel like the Lord would say to you that He is proud of you. Sharon Biles. My heart felt prayers go out to you and your family, may the Lord give you the strength to bare this tragedy. 4 all-time in Iowa in both career points (2,659) and rebounds (1,313). Ephesians 2: 19-22 Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with Gods people and also members of his household, built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone. Please know that there are countless people praying for you, and a lot of us love you even though we have never met you. and our florist needs a few hours to craft your arrangement. You are loved! There is something special about your son. I take comfort in knowing that he was loved beyond measure on earth, and that He is now with our Lord. Dear Schwab Family,We are so saddened to hear of the death of your precious boy Caleb. He graduated from Oklahoma State University in 1961. Please know that so many people are grieving with you on the sudden and unexpected loss of your dear son, Caleb. I can't even imagine what you must be going through. May you find comfort in the memories of Caleb and in knowing that he's in God's memory. Caleb Thomas Schwab Tweet Please click on the "Share Memories" button above to leave a message for the family. I know that the nation mourns with you and holds you up in prayer. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know because I asked him to". Peace be with you all. UPDATE: A memorial service was held Friday for Caleb Schwab. Funeral Held for 10-Year-Old Caleb Schwab Killed on Water Slide staff@people.com (Caitlin Keating) August 12, 2016, 6:34 PM Friends and family came together on Friday for the memorial service of. The family is asking for prayers during this difficult time. The women were treated for facial injuries. You will carry the pain of his absence with you forever, but please know that you will remain in my prayers. Yesterday their lives changed what they knew before they'll never get back. It seems strange that while our families do know each other, as we have never met I am grieving for your family and this senseless loss of such a young sweet boy. Newcomer Funeral Service Group AllisonIllinois, Scott and Michelle and family,Words can't express the sorrow for what your family is going through right now. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Caleb Schwab, was the son of Kansas Rep. Scott Schwab. Heaven just got a little bit brighter for God has a brand new angel. You will see him again one day. Your family will hurt for a long time ,but as time goes by the pain will get softer. Much love, Nicole from Lee's Summit, MO. 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 ! Linda was best remembered as a decorator and flooring expert, a profession she loved and . The Verruckt is the largest of its kind in the world. you are the author of the Material, or (ii.) The community of Pleasant View, Tennessee sends their love and prayers to your family. We are so terribly sorry for this loss. You agree to indemnify and hold Newcomer Funeral Service Group, its subsidiaries and affiliates, agents, officers, directors, His most recent cat Casper has been adopted by his great-nephew Kevin and is settling into his new home. In him the whole building is joined together and rises to become a holy temple in the Lord. RIP great Caleb. Your message of hope and faith in Jesus during this difficult time in your lives will absolutely touch others, and encourage them to seek what Caleb and my son have, salvation and everlasting life.With deepest sympathy for today, but joy for tomorrowFrank from Ohio, Like so many others who have shared their thoughts and condolences to you, Caleb's family, I do not understand why I, a 65-year old woman from New York City who was not blessed to have any children, would wake up in the middle of the night and cry out to God about the loss of your son. Caleb died Sunday on the Verruckt raft ride at the Schlitterbahn WaterPark in Kansas City, Kansas. May your family find peace. I know that date each year, while a significant date of joy for my family, will be forever associated with great pain and sorrow for the Schwab family, so please know that we will always think of your family and pray for you on that day.-Eastern North Carolina. Caleb will be in my thoughts tomorrow, as will those who had the blessing of knowing him. Cynthia Chase, New Jersey. We think of you in silence. Please find comfort and peace by praying to God. Don't be afraid to lean on them and share your stories of Caleb with them. They were the closest of brothers. The ones of him and his little brothers were especially difficult to watch. Stay together, tightly knit, strong as a family and strong as individual spirits for Caleb - until you all drink chocolate milk together again with the Trinity. The two other occupants -- Hannah Barnes and Matraca Baetz -- suffered serious . Kansas Senator Greg Smith, whose daughter Kelsey was kidnapped and murdered in 2007, showed up at the Schwab home shortly after he found out what happened. Last month, my boy also accepted Christ as his savior. I heard about Caleb on Sunday, and have been praying for all affected every since. He said, "When I see a little gap and I look at that class, what would be the 5th grade class now, and don't see his face in there it'll hit me more.". Such a beautiful boy who is now in the arms of the angels. Newcomer Funeral Service Group assumes no responsibility or liability arising from the content of this Site, as well as any I am so sorry that your family is going through this horrible time. The Schwab family is mourning the death of their 10-year-old son, and the community is mourning as well. God's blessings and love for you and your family. twelve (12) hours, please call 800-707-7361. 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