or consequential damages, or any damages whatsoever, even if Newcomer Funeral Service Group has been previously advised of Let his life legacy be forever celebrated and shared with the love that he once shared. He shall be in our hearts, and our memories, rest in peace lil man, Scott & Michelle:God's comfort and our home radiates our love from here to you. Stay strong and remember your Lord and Savior is walking right along side you. You grant Newcomer Funeral Service Group, its affiliates, related entities, and/or assigns a royalty-free, perpetual, Burial. Your flower arrangement will be custom-made upon your order, prior notice. Linda was best remembered as a decorator and flooring expert, a profession she loved and . Ian is 10 years old, just started 5th grade this year. Again I'm sincerely sorry for your loss. Kansas State Representative Scott Schwab 's son, Caleb who died at age 10 on Sunday . God bless you and your family.The Norris Family, Salina, KS. UPDATE: A memorial service was held Friday for Caleb Schwab. 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. ~ Maria Felinda Hammond - August 11, 2016. To Caleb's mom and dad,I am so sorry for this heartbreaking loss you are enduring. Caleb Thomas Schwab was born to Scott Schwab and his wife, Michele Schwab, of Olathe. God's promise that we will once again see and know our loved ones in heaven is our consolation. I know because I asked him to". I hope the words and knowledge of the Lord are a comfort to you at this time of mourning in your family. Sending prayers in this time of sorrow. Life is very precious gift from our Creator so he more than anyone knows how much you treasured that of your beloved son. He and Caleb might have become good friends if they had known each other here on earth. I know the pain you feel is overwhelming, blinding, all encompassing. 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. 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. ~ Mother from another Angel none - August 13, 2016. It has worked for four years. I feel that everyone wants to help, and this is our way of helping. We are so so sorry. To your whole family: If you feel like God is very far away I want to remind you that the Bible says "The Lord is close to those who are broken-hearted" (Psalm 34:18) and the Bible says "The Lord your God will be with you wherever you go" (Joshua 1:9). He wore the number three on his jersey and played on the team coached by his dad, Scott. Holy fucking shit. Administrators told 41 Action News he attended theelementary school at their Overland Park campus. Caleb Schwab, the 10-year-old son of Rep. Scott Schwab, died while on the 168-foot-tall Verrckt water slide at Kansas City's Schlitterbahn water park and resort during an event for elected . I know we don't know one another, but your family has been in my thoughts and prayers since the accident happened. Kansas City Police said Caleb, the son of a. Hold tight to Him and to one another. God bless you all. Please know we join the many mourning your loss.Steve and Nancy Ingram. Newcomer Funeral Service Group also assumes no responsibility and shall not be liable for any damages to, or viruses that may The pictures and videos were enough to see what a sweet, gentle, and loving child Caleb was. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. With which we'll never part. I want your children to know that there are others, like my son Kenny, who have lost a brother and understand. 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. you make and/or information you submit is truthful and accurate. The women were treated for facial injuries. Your family's beautiful openness about your faith. While he was here on Earth, God gave him to you because He knew you would take care of him and He knew you would teach him the truth and I feel like God wants to remind you that this is NOT your fault. Mr. And Mrs. Schwab,I have never met you or your family, but I wanted to extend my condolences. I have a young son and I look at him and.I cannot imagine this situation. God bless him and his family. Please know that Caleb is in the hearts and minds of every parent out there that knows about this. Witnesses stated hearing Nate screaming hysterically as Caleb's body slid down the chute and came to rest at the bottom. Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your son, brother, loved one, and friend. Services & Gatherings Visitation: Thursday, August 11, 2016 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I look at the photo of Caleb on the internet and I just want to hold him and hug him and say "I love you!". --from eastern North Carolina. 1.) I have been taking in your memories of Caleb and my heart has been aching horribly for you. New York hearts are heavy for you and your family. 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. I am deeply sadden for the loss of your precious son Caleb.?? I can't even begin to fathom what you are feeling. I am a complete stranger. Please know that Caleb will truly be missed. Newcomer Funeral Service Group assumes no responsibility or liability arising from the content of this Site, as well as any But that is nothing new. God bless your family in this very devastating loss. I can't even imagine what pain you feel and wish I could bare the pain for you, for a moment to give you rest. Dayton, Ohio. I will not say, "I know how you feel" because I have no idea. For a full version of our online obituary policy, please click, 2023 Penwell-Gabel Cremations, Funerals & Receptions. promotes or encourages illegal acts, violation of any right of any individual or entity, violation of any BritneyAthens, Ga, ~ Britney Scarborough - August 12, 2016. I didn't know Caleb but his story has touched a lot of lives. There was something about his sweet face that could bring me to instant tears when I think about him. I want to thank you for letting me express to you how extremely sorry I am for your loss with me not knowing your family. Only someone who has experienced such a lost could understand how you feel. Police have revealed that 10-year-old Caleb Schwab - who was involved in a fatal accident at Schlitterbahn Water Park in Kansas City on Sunday - died of a "neck injury," PEOPLE confirms. "May memories comfort you, Friends sustain you and faith uphold you", Much heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family of their dear son. A Kansas judge dropped charges Friday against the owners of the world's tallest waterslide after a child was decapitated on it, local media reported.. Caleb Schwab was just 10 years old when he was killed while riding the 168-foot-tall "Verrckt" slide in Kansas City's Schlitterbahn water park in 2016.. Caleb, the son of Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab, was decapitated after his raft . My prayers are with the family at this difficult time. Everyone lost a brother in a way of this earth, such a loving soul that we had for a short time. 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. Charles worked for G.M. Joann M Cross, Holts Summit, MO. Dear Scott and Micheal! There was a little league baseball game on-and all I could do was think of Caleb. I never knew him, but I've cried over it because I genuinely care about people & I know the LORD was there to carry him home. 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. Much love, LauraKnoxville, TN. Caleb Schwab was one of three passengers in the raft on the Verruckt ride at the Kansas city water park when he died. AllisonIllinois, Scott and Michelle and family,Words can't express the sorrow for what your family is going through right now. You will carry the pain of his absence with you forever, but please know that you will remain in my prayers. Bless You. But things took a horrifying turn when his. My thoughts and prayers are with this family!!!!! This life is nothing but a deception. this site (hereafter referred to as "this Site") and writing or submitting any material for this Site. John 14: 1-2Dear Schwab family; Caleb is now in the place Jesus has prepared for himhe is safe in HIS arms! And while we do not know each other, we share a faith in Jesus Christ and God the Father. As a mom, I cannot imagine your pain or grief. I pray for your strength for the rest of the days of your life. Caleb Schwab was killed on Sunday on the Verruckt waterslide at Schlitterbahn Waterpark in Kansas City Friends and family had gathered on Friday to mourn the death of Caleb at a public. twelve (12) hours, please call 800-707-7361. 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. The 168ft-high Verruckt, which means "insane" in German, was certified as the world's tallest water slide by Guinness World Records. Group in any form, media, software or technology of any kind now existing or developed in the future. Know that your most beloved son is in Christ's loving embrace, welcoming him home. Rest In Paradise to this young angel whom got his wings way too soon.Bless your family and give them comfort during this extremely difficult time. Until then, may God help you heal your hearts, one day at a time. I don't know Caleb or the Schwab family, but I want to say how deeply sorry I am for your loss. 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. off site pages or additional sites linked to this Site, for any error, defamation, libel, slander, omission, falsehood, Phil Jimerson (FTS). Sending love, prayers, and hugs to all who knew and loved him, especially his mom, dad, and siblings. Caleb's beautiful, open-spirited face. In spirit, he lives on and on. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Caleb Schwab was the son of Kansas state representative, Scott Schwab.On August 7, 2016, he had visited Schlitterbahn Kansas City to try Verrckt, the then-tallest water slide in the world.. I know God will continue to help your family and Caleb's friends heal during this difficult time. Caleb Schwab, 10,. I was only 29 yrs. 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. The child was riding on the Verruckt water slide when he died. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. I've had restless nights and never ending confusion on why this had to happen to your little boy. I am one of the many grieving Mothers watching the news for updates daily, crying, and losing sleep because my heart is broken for your family and trying to make peace with the anger inside me because of the unanswered question why, Caleb? To the parents of Caleb and extended family members and his classmates,My heartfelt condolences to your family and his friends. Ever since it happened-I've searched every news article, any online articleanything and everything to see if there was something I haven't read yet. Noah is 7 years old and just started 1st grade. God bless you all,Pam Deghand, I have done nothing by cry and cry every day since I learned of this. God Bless You.In Sympathy,Linda ImusMattawan, Michigan. i never knew Caleb, i am just a random person who was at the water park when that happened. Will be thinking of Caleb and your family for years to come. Scott Schwab has spoken out on every parents' worst nightmare: The death of his child. I'm sure Caleb is looking down on all of you and smiling. Caleb is now a beautiful angel with God and will watch over you with his loving arms. his entire career, retiring in 1992. I am saddened to hear about your loss. God bless you all. AP. My deepest condolences to the family of Caleb Schwab. The AP says that Caleb died on the 168-foot-tall water slide that has 264 stairs leading to the top. Such a beautiful boy who is now in the arms of the angels. 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. Feb 23, 2019, 03:18 PM EST. 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. Multiple people were charged with second-degree murder in Caleb Schwab's death on the "Verruckt" slide. To be honest, I haven't gotten my family to church in quite a while, even though we are believers. We are so honored that God has given us the privilege to pray for you and to be a part of a church family who supports you. He was a beautiful boy. Caleb Schwab, the 10-year-old son of a Kansas state legislator, was killed while riding the slide in 2016. Passed away on May 14, 2010 at Borgess Medical Center. Our paths crossed very briefly when Caleb played a season for the Olathe Bears. I am so sorry this happened and I feel how hard it is to have to deal with something like this loss is the hardest thing you could go threw and I want to be here for you threw this tough times. Material you submit, post, transmit, display, publish or distribute on or through this Site, your use of this Site, your Caleb Schwab, 10, was killed while on the world's tallest water slide at a Kansas City, Kansas, water park. 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. Words just simply can't begin to say how sorry I am that you lost your boy. She was born on September 14, 1918 in Winnipeg, MB. The family had strong ties in the city, including at the LifeMission Church on South Lone Elm Road where they attended Sunday services before heading to Schlitterbahn where Caleb Schwab died. Caleb, the son of a Kansas lawmaker, was in a raft with two women who were not related to him when he was killed. Some reports have claimed that Caleb's head hit one of the women in the raft, fracturing her jaw and causing an eye injury. God feels for you in your pain. A spokeswoman for the waterpark on Wednesday declined to discuss the circumstances of Caleb's death. Old. I cannot imagine the grief you all are going through, when I think about losing one of my boys, who are similar in age. The two other occupants -- Hannah Barnes and Matraca Baetz -- suffered serious . Dear Schwab family, My heart aches for the loss of, your sweet boy/brother, Caleb. Cynthia Chase, New Jersey. God bless you all. I will continue to pray for your family and know that the Lord will walk with you through the days and weeks and months ahead. As a Christian, I feel you are all my brothers and sisters in Christ, and my heart aches for you. Now it's so nice to see you at Urgent Care. All my love Paul ?? If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane I would walk up to heaven and bring you back again. The second-oldest Schwab child played for the Kansas City Mudcats, a little league organization in the metro. resources, accounts, passwords, servers or networks connected to or accessible through this Site or 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 . So very sorry for your loss. Please find comfort and peace by praying to God. ~ Harry & Billie Plouff - August 13, 2016, is always painful when we heard that a littkle boy or girl has lost their lives so soon.but we are here in this world as an instrment of god, and only god can give us the peace and confort our heart with that lostthis little boy Im sure was and excelent kid, a wonderful son, and a person who people used to love.he's no longer here, but will be inside our hearts forever, cause life is the only thing that finish the desteny keep goingmy prayer and love to this family and to little caleb too, hope everybody can healing the pain and anderstand that god has a plan for each one of us.a very warm hug to the caleb's family and my respect to the litle angel that now are with god, ~ remy alexandru weszzenaar - August 13, 2016. May God comfort your family in the days to come, and may you gain solace in knowing he is home with the Lord. im praying for you guys even though its been years and probably nobody will see this. Funeral Service Group and its affiliates and related entities the right to use your name and any other information about you He spent three hours with the Schwabs comforting them during this difficult time. May you all be comforted as you go through these though times and just know he is never gone. Later, some gruesome details were revealed about the boy's death. He was born on September 28, 1938 to Adena Faye (Irwin) and Donald L. Schwab in Shattuck, Oklahoma. I pray the Lord's peace and comfort over your entire family and all of Caleb's friends. From what I've read, Caleb was an incredible young man and I am certain that he is sitting right in the arms of Jesus.Love, Shasta (Minnesota), Schwab Family,First and foremost I'm SO incredibly sorry for your loss. Please call it: the CALEB award. May God Bless you all with peace of mind and heart. I am so glad to hear about his faith in Jesus, and of your strong faith. Caleb had been at the park with his father for elected officials day where lawmakers and their families receive free admission and lunch for the day, CNN reports. Condolence Messages will remain on this Site for the duration of the Message Book. 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. They were the closest of brothers. Aftet 3-4 years. 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. I will miss seeing all the wonderful pictures of watching your family grow. Your son was an adorable, sweet face, beautiful child. I have never met your family but its feel like I have lost one of my own. 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. Red Deer Alberta Canada. Although, I did not know the Schwab family you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Death 7 Aug 2016 (aged 10) Kansas City, Wyandotte County, Kansas, USA. Terrifying footage of the waterslide, on which Caleb Schwab died on The slide stands 168ft tall with a jaw-dropping 50ft drop. (Hugs from Hays)In God's love,Vicki, ~ Vicki (Pirtle) Needham - August 11, 2016. Family photo CBS affiliate KCTV reports this is the first time a visitor to . rip Caleb :(. I am devastated, but also full of hope that you will re-unite with him. Caleb will be in my thoughts tomorrow, as will those who had the blessing of knowing him. 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