A release to the media by the Capener and Stockdale families about the tragic boating events at Bear Lake.
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MEDIA UPDATEFor more information, contact: Tina MurrayO:
435.716.5384; C: 435.890.9488 [email protected] and
Stockdale Family Statement(Logan, UT) June 2, 2015. On the evening
of June 1, during a boating outing on Bear Lake, wind storms and
waves caused our boat to capsize.During the search and rescue
efforts, while everyone was doing their best to convey what
information they heard, the search and rescue crew was focused on
the task that really mattered at that time: finding the lost
individuals. However, that means that we cannot offer any details
for certain about what occurred at Bear Lake during the storm or
what occurred during the search and rescue.We respectfully request
that you direct any questions about the events to the Rich County
Sheriffs Department.
What we know now is that, as family, we are heartbroken over the
loss of our beloved Lance Capener, a local physician, our bubbly
and loving Kelsey (13), and our sweet, angelic Kilee (7). We are
also heartbroken about the loss of one of the familys dear friends
and our love goes out to that family.
We are grateful to the rescuers, the first-responders, the
transport teams, and the medical staffs that have been involved
with helping all efforts during this ordeal.These men and women
have shown tremendous skill and compassion. We are overwhelmed by
the outpouring of love and support that has been shown by ward
members, friends, neighbors and coworkers.
At this time, we request that the media respect our privacy and
allow us the time and space needed to grieve and comfort each other
through this ordeal.Thank you.
