Seattle family mourns couple who drowned while snorkeling in Maui | FOX 13 Seattle

[@karmicsmite9920]

This is heartbreaking....I'm so sorry.

[@VulcanAvenger]

Words can't even come close to expressing the sadness of the loss of this couple and soon-to-be-born daughter.

[@deesmith-lc4zj]

They were wearing a full face and mask combo. It is believed that one of them panicked and did not feel safe enough to just take the mask off and swim openly in the ocean and the other one tried to save their partner. In my opinion, these mask/snorkel combos are super dangerous. As someone who lives here in the islands, I have seen many visitors wearing them that have panicked right in front of me. I tell them to take it all the way off of their face because they will float and then reposition it. I would advise that if you are going to snorkel, use a regular mask and snorkel. You can pop the snorkel in and out of your mouth as needed and the Mask stays on your face and keeps water out of your nose and eyes. When people are not used to wearing a mask and snorkel, they tend to panic because something is over their face. Those masks are just too hard to remove quickly and are claustrophobic. Once your brain start to panic, it doesn't matter if the threat is real or not it takes you a minute to calm down. Duke University researchers have found that many full-face snorkeling masks do not work as advertised and in some cases may increase the risk to snorkelers. I tell everyone that is coming to visit us to buy a regular mask and snorkel or borrow one of ours until they get more comfortable with what they're doing.

[@Nikki30288]

Here we go a lawsuit

[@evelynaaspidov123]

I saw those and thought they look so cool. I never realized how dangerous they can be.

[@sevrinaanastasia]

I tried a simple snorkel and mask a couple weeks ago just goofing off in the ocean with my cousin and it's so true. I couldn't wear it long and kept finding myself taking out the mouthpiece as it was very claustrophobic and kept making me feel panicked. I can't imagine how these others would make one feel!! My little fish of a cousin made it look so easy, swimming out there with her snorkel for hours. I didn't realize how freaky they can be until you are very comfortable with them!

[@SunLightFawn]

Appreciate this information!

[@kimlersue]

Do you know...were they alone. Did they rent a boat? Or were they with others. I feel a lot safer with someone watching from the boat.

[@lisahughes5014]

My deepest sympathy to the families. I returned home from my 25th wedding anniversary alone…my husband drowned saving me. May your faith in our Lord sustain you 🙏🏻

[@a_sea_oasis]

⚘️🙏🏻 Amen

[@MomPuff-b9w]

I’m so terrible sorry for your loss!! Your story breaks my heart!! If you don’t mind me asking you 😢where were you celebrating!! May God give you the extra strength & Grace!! 🙌🏻🦋🙏🏻

[@Cyn9596]

Oh my gosh I’m so terribly sorry for your loss! Hugs and lots of prayers to you 🫂🙏🙏🙏❤️

[@sgrvtl7183]

So tragic, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband💙

[@Sarah-xw2ff]

Hawaii has dangerous waters. My boss was swimming there and was slammed by a wave so hard he thought his back or neck was broken. Really sad story here.

[@kimlersue]

So sad that 3 lives were lost to he ocean..and one little boy loses everything he had. So Sorry for this loss...praying for the families left!

[@diamondlee9034]

thank you for saying that it was 3 lives. just heartbreaking

[@RaqMor13]

Unfortunately, to some people, a baby is just a clump of cells. Not an actual person.

[@mothernature8893]

They are all 3 in Paradise with Jesus. Prayers for the grieving family. Just cant imagine how this tragedy could have happened while snorkeling.

[@URKlewless]

@@RaqMor13actually or unfortunately…it’s actually the law. A baby isn’t a person until it’s born. Look at every states legal definition of a person

[@kimlersue]

@@mothernature8893 I've snorkeled in Maui. I'm not sure but it sounds as if they were out on there own. It's safer if you're on a boat and with another watching or a group...but maybe they'ed done it before. Drowning while snorkeling is odd. Yes God has them..but those who are left need prayers.

[@nataliemcgriff2969]

I just hope that father’s brother and his wife will raise this little boy like their own.

[@vashtieramcharan1827]

I only hope so also 😢❤

[@rishka9083]

Why wouldn't they??

[@jahoirafrancis5160]

Sometimes poeple cant... But it woild seem like they would ​@rishka9083

[@viktoriyadan4328]

They will...It is a norm in our culture ❤

[@nataliemcgriff2969]

@@viktoriyadan4328 I was reading somewhere that her sister took the little one.

[@rebeccaallen9543]

I went through a similar experience, only with totally different outcome. My husband panicked while we were snorkling in deep water. I was able to calm him down and take him back to shore because of my training in lifesaving. I will be forever grateful that my dad taught me lifesaving skills. He never knew when he taught me that he would be saving his son in law's life!

[@bobs1224]

Was snorkeling with my wife in Kauai. She began to panic as the waters were not calm. She is not a strong swimmer and she began to grab for me. Fortunately, I was able to get behind her and bring her back into shore. I didn't receive any lifesaving training, per se, but I remember watching it on TV and knew that I had to get behind her.

[@timmytee734]

​@@bobs1224 No way this is true. You just couldn't stand the story where the woman saves the man!

[@bobs1224]

Well I was there and you were not.

[@lisabradford8180]

i'm sure he is proud of you💖

[@timmytee734]

@@bobs1224 A rormal person would start with a compliment on how she saved her husband. Jumping on the keyboard to add a reversed story says it all.

[@JennAndAmy]

I’m not sure if a rip current was involved but many years ago, I had to save my dad who started struggling/panicking as he was caught in a rip current in Maui. I was a competitive swimmer through college and was completely exhausted after helping him back to shore. Lesson learned…swim horizontal to the beach to get out of the current. And don’t underestimate what can happen when panic sets in. It’s a very real thing.

[@peterpalatini2071]

I also had to pull an elderly man back to shore who was stuck in the rip current in Maui back in the 90s. I was in my 20s, had been on swim team my entire life, and was thoroughly exhausted.

[@Cletus_the_Elder]

The sea lures the unsuspecting with its beauty. Rest in peace.

[@whartonitec1041]

DiCaprio almost drowned when snorkeling. Skydiving, snorkeling, extreme hiking all dangerous

[@wandakitterman252]

❤.

[@juliecotter5348]

I am tearing up watching this, so heartbreaking! Prayers for them, their friends and family and precious son!

[@BlankCanvas88]

What he says at the end is very important. That poor family. We don’t grieve as those who have no hope. They will see each other again. 😢

[@mariehernandez5878]

I appreciate the comments that have helped give better understanding of how snorkling could turn tragic.

[@kbw19]

I’ve snorkelled so many times, always wear a life jacket. Wonder if they weren’t strong swimmers or did they get caught in a rip tide?

[@margaretgallegos2975]

Were they not with a snorkeling tour group. 😢 TRAGGIC. Heavenly Father comfort and Healing for family members in your Devine Mercy I ask of thee in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. ❤❤❤

[@kbw19]

@@margaretgallegos2975 don’t think so just on their own

[@karma4872]

I’m afraid of the ocean after almost drowning in Santa Cruz

[@amandagriz]

Very sad story. I panicked once while snorkeling but was able to make it to shore. Since then, I have never snorkeled without a life jacket around my waist. People say I don't need it, that the ocean water makes you more buoyant, but it makes me feel more safe, comfortable, and even maybe able to help someone else if they panic. I would highly recommend it. Don't worry about what other people think - safety first. So sorry for their loss.

[@kbw19]

Ya was this couple not wearing life jackets? I guess not?

[@deaneng8540]

Years ago I snorkeled in Maui and lost track of where I was. When I looked up I realized I was way out far from shore. Fortunately, I didn't panic; I just gradually made my way back. It did startle me how snorkeling made me forget where I was exactly.

[@gideon2060]

@@deaneng8540were you wearing a life jacket?

[@johnny.b.goode1]

Honestly, if its possible for someone to panic and drown with mask, snorkel, and fins....that person shouldn't be in the ocean.

[@Mugwamp33778]

Full face mask ?

[@leahjordan2575]

My sincere sympathy to their loved ones. My cousin died this way several months ago in Hawaii. I'm so sorry.

[@Want2cJesus]

@@leahjordan2575 I'm so sorry! Prays for you and yours 🙏

[@a_sea_oasis]

⚘️🙏🏻

[@karentilley4356]

I’m so sorry! was your cousin also wearing a Full face mask ? ( people lose consciousness as carbon dioxide builds up in the mask. Excursion of fast swimming amplifies the carbon dioxide effect.

[@Mugwamp33778]

Almost killed us those masks!

[@shortsauce]

I'm so very sorry for your unbearable loss. I'm praying for you all.

[@Readit4Life_2Chron7_14]

Tragic. Sorry to hear this. Praying for those left behind to recover & find peace through their faith. Certified SCUBA diver here. There is false sense of security that somehow comes from folks using snorkeling equipment thinking it's safer & no need to have either a swim buddy or snorkel near others who are also snorkeling in the ocean. Always stay near others. RIP tide? Maybe. But remember a person who is drowning will "latch on" to anyone nearby with incredible force. Therefore the "rescuer" is unsuspecting of this death-grip of a panicking, drowning person and then they both drown. One must view the drowning person, and then go deeper underneath and from BEHIND that person and grasp them under the arms from behind and swim a sidestroke and never let that person TURN toward you as they will grasp you & you both may drown. If you must approach them from the front, then, at the last minute, dive under the water and come up behind them. This step is vital because someone who is struggling in the water will attempt to climb up on top of you to try to get out of the water. In doing so, they will likely drown you. Take a YMCA or swimmer's course on how to rescue someone in open water. Gotta have your wits about you - to think and react quickly when something dangerous or difficult happens unexpectedly - IF you're diving or snorkeling anywhere. Period.

[@marilynhodgkinson5299]

How shocking very sad, what a tragic loss.💔

[@MaryDougherty-r3u]

So sad. Bless this family.

[@victoriaschell2225]

My heart breaks for this family.

[@youtubeKathy]

they were snorkeling, yelling for help, what happened? I don't understand, if they were yelling, how come no one could reach them? this makes no sense.

[@impassable]

A lot of missing info

[@lopatskyi7565]

I’ve heard that she was drowning, and husband tried to help her and also drowned

[@joannaprevost426]

​@@impassableI have went snorkeling in Maui. I stayed close to the shore near shallow waters. They must have got caught in a undertow, it's super scary and if you panic it's over. If someone was helping someone freaking out , that's all it takes for both. I just remember our guide telling us never underestimate the power of the Ocean. He said he had friends that died.

[@yleniamayen]

It happened in Ahihi reserve. This place is beautiful but can have very strong currents if you go out a certain point. There are no lifeguards and limited cell service.

[@NalaRichenbach]

@@yleniamayen That's what likely happened. A current pulled them out, they surfaced and tried to fight the current. That's plausible. What a horrible way to go.

[@MelissaSalinasTV]

This breaks my heart. 😢💔May they rest in peace 🙏🏻

[@kimfinder-of7ly]

So sad my heart is with the little boy and their familys

[@samanthad2147]

OMG how tragic!!! That poor little boy lost his family just like that. Prayers to his family.

[@yvonneerrend8217]

This is horrible 😮😮😢😢. I'm so sorry for your losses.

[@jeanelizabethterry7583]

Talk about a tragedy! I am so sorry. This is heartbreaking!

[@debishaw9355]

I’m so so sorry for this tragedy. May the parents and family of this beautiful couple find peace that surpasses all understanding! I am sending prayers and love ❤

[@BonnieKetterman-qw8vd]

I'm so sorry for ur loss praying for their dear family during this sad difficult time the family is in my thoughts & prayers

[@22942kitty]

That is perfectly real, time is short, love on your loved ones, and be ready for Jesus‼️

[@cristinafratilescu9614]

Condolences, what a beautiful couple, what a beautiful voice!!!!!!!!

[@SupremeLadyofDarkness28]

may they rest in peace and watch over their little boy. 😢

[@julia_953]

Prayers for the family 🙏🙏🙏

[@galacticmoth]

I don't understand, most snorkeling is done right by the beach. Did they get taken by a riptide, or were they on a boat?

[@whartonitec1041]

Snorkeling requires training and a certificate . Must have gone under too long. Why the brother and sister in law just pray and didn’t swim over?

[@JohnDoe-c4l]

They are talking about the prayer part after the couple was taken out of the water and CPR was being performed.

[@HopeGabrielle592]

​@@whartonitec1041I think you are thinking of scuba diving. I went on a snorkeling tour in Maui for my honeymoon years ago and there was no training/certificate required.

[@msl9927]

I read on Facebook from Hawaii locals that the snorkeling masks they used, full face snorkel masks, are known to cause respiratory problems. It's possible that one had a breathing problem, and the other tried to save them, compromising both lives. So sad.

[@hana_moon]

in hawaii, anyone can just go snorkeling, but people don't understand hawaii is in the deep pacific, these are not your little waves by the mainland coasts. These are strong waves that will overpower you like a leaf. plus they are not trained to breath using those cheap masks.

[@josimpson7999]

I am so very sorry to hear this heartbreaking news. My condolences to all their loved ones from across the pond 🇬🇧🙏

[@ladybugmom10]

Oh my for so so sad. Condolences to their loved ones.

[@sharonburton9663]

This is so heartbreaking

[@ginagalpin5145]

So sad, breaks my heart. My sister is in Hawaii rite now celebrating her sons 21st birthday. Going to Hawaii is supposed to be a happy time making memories with your loved ones. We never think these things will happen to us but unfortunately they do happen. Even more sad when it happens to very good people. We never know when our time is up here on earth so spend time with your loved ones as much as possible. Praying for the family’s and friends of this couple.

[@claudiaholtzclaw5155]

Praying for the family ❤

[@missinginbc]

So incredibly heartbreaking.

[@coolabah-blue]

So heartbreaking.💔 My deepest sympathies to the families of these beautiful souls.😢

[@zombieslayer7083]

Poor baby boy..his parents left him too early😢 but shouldnt there be someone watching over them while they were snorkeling? This is so tragic. Rip to the couple and their baby girl.❤

[@metelskiy]

I imagine they thought of snorkeling as a simple easy enjoyment just like swimming which doesn’t really required anyone to watch for you

[@kbw19]

Who was watching the son??

[@cametientaucoeur]

My husband & I almost drowned in Mauii in the 1990’s. We were in shallow water then my husband decided to ignore signs to not go further. We rounded Black Rock & were now in 30’ open water with currents. We turned & sped toward shore. In the distance there was a red flag. No one in water. We never saw the wave,as it lifted us up tore everything off of us & tumbled us. Beach goers rescued us screaming 10-15 foot waves. You almost drowned. Didn’t you see the flag? The ocean can be so dangerous. Jeanne

[@stephenfermoyle4578]

truly sorry and sending condolences and prayers

[@adrianamarston3626]

Never been , and now that i see this , I don't wanna go. It was enough to swim in surf beach waters in Costa Rica for the 1st time in my life. Didn't know what to expect. Within seconds of lifting my feet off the sand , I was pulled away so far that the palm trees on the beach seemed very small. I couldn't believe how I got so far in no time. Terifiying. Then I felt like in a whirlpool and within seconds I had no more energy to fight. So I gave up and I thought this was it. A wave pushed me, then a second one came and pushed me farther and that's when I could touch the bottom. Incredible feeling. Then I fought harder trying to walk towards the beach and finally made it to the beach almost lifeless. My husband behind me struggling just like me. We both made it. Both great swimmers and live on the Atlantic coast in a beach city. But the Pacific with the surf waves is no joke.

[@daphnekivinen9482]

How did they drown? What happened?

[@evelynaaspidov123]

The current started pulling the wife away and the husband tried to save her. I don’t think they had life jackets.

[@tednguyen7258]

thats scary

[@daphnekivinen9482]

@@evelynaaspidov123 Thank you for replying. This is so sad. 🙏🙏🙏

[@carieyounginsurance]

Wow sad to comprehend how this can happen, so sorry for the family and the world losing a beautiful couple

[@martaaltheide5146]

Condolences to all who loved them. Loved together forever in glory. Their job here was done. God called.

[@22romashka]

I am so sorry! Condolences for family and friends. Little boy lost everything 💔

[@ProofBeyond]

This is beyond tragic. My thoughts to the family and especially their son

[@inthemoney8944]

Dang, I know the feeling of panicking in open water, it’s vicious. I was a water polo player in high school, and last year got in to open water had a mini panic attack it’s almost like you forget how to swim and breathe, just hyperventilating. This is really sad I just wished there should be more use of jackets or belt buoys when in open water like this

[@akferren1]

So sad.. that happened to a coworker of mine.. she and her husband went on vacation and drowned while snorkeling

[@nataliemcgriff2969]

Unbelievable

[@grandma460]

So sad. 😢 awful!!! I’m sorry

[@dianegray6545]

I'm so sorry. Condolences to the family and friends.🙏🙏

[@Levi-cx2to]

My sincere condolences to the family. RIP! 🙏

[@MapleLeaf98115]

I'm very sorry for the loss of this family. Unfortunately, there are known issues around CO2 build up with some full face snorkeling masks (there was a recall), and that is what I think factored into this tragedy. Diving communities do not recommend them. They should be taken off the market. If you're skeptical, do some research.

[@nataliemcgriff2969]

If there was a recall, why are they still using them? Unless they brought their own.

[@tashie8074]

So unbelievably sad and tragic. My deepest condolences 🙏 ❤

[@escf]

My condolences first and foremost to family and friends of this couple. This is heartbreaking. There are tons of videos that pop up YT algorithm daily about tragic events. Though I know tomorrow is not promised and try to live life to the fullest with the people I love, I still tend to stress and worry about things that shouldn't matter. Shame on me and I hope to do better. Wishing the BEST for all the good people out there 🙏

[@Hey_its_just_me_to]

Ok what exactly happened, we need more details, there were just snorkelling, this doesn’t make sense!

[@lazybeastz182]

Exactly

[@ladikmk]

They were just snorkelling, but in a very dangerous place. The waters surrounding Maui are deadly.

[@ebayer4life980]

This doesn’t make sense. How do both drown snorkeling at the same time? More details please

[@gerin.6418]

Agree! 💯

[@jenniferchristian6875]

Heartbreaking …..so incredibly sorry for your loss. God is with them and you❤️. Praying for peace that surpasses all understanding .

[@JellyBean-jr8xb]

Incredibly sad!

[@sandrawarner4981]

Prayers for the hurting family. Can’t imagine the pain they feel. 😢

[@VESTADESTRA-pg5rw]

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MAY GOD BE WITH THE FAMILY

[@paulaleeper3668]

❤my heart goes out to these sweet brother and sister left behind. God is good and will use this for good. He is that big!!! Our minds can’t conceive how but HIS ways and thoughts are so much higher. Praying for you!❤❤❤🕊🙏🕊

[@RosyJacobin-xt8jd]

This is heartbreaking to hear. 😢 They seem wonderful people. Gosh. Rest in peace 💐

[@sherriec5258]

That's just weird. Both of them? What the heck happened? Hope the little boy is ok. He's so cute. They were a beautiful family.

[@denisebosher1233]

Prayers for their families

[@elithasim]

That’s horrible. I couldn’t even shower alone when I was pregnant. I was terrified of falling, trying to come out of the tub. I always had my husband help keep me balanced. I can’t imagine being terrified in the ocean. I may be paranoid but I choose safety over vacations. Family over breaks. That poor boy lost his whole family

[@grandma460]

Snorkeling is usually safe, pregnant or not. Horrible things can happen to smart people😞

[@elithasim]

@@grandma460and driving is usually safe, with the exception of accidents, too. I stopped traveling far distances, doing favors for people, driving at night, or even leaving the house alone, when I began to get closer to my due date. I didn’t do ANYTHING that wasn’t necessary or a part of my daily routine until they were months old, at least. I wasn’t going to jeopardize a single thing when it came to my baby OR myself, for the sake of my kids. I have 3 kids so far. Ive never done anything out of the ordinary or to the extreme while expecting them OR when they were here. Ive also not left them for a vacation. Pregnant or not. I also didn’t even have a honeymoon, let alone a “baby moon”. I think it’s quite silly. Especially when you already have a child at home. I think pregnant women should think of their pregnancy as if they’re already holding their newborn. Would you take a newborn snorkeling? Why not? Obvious reasons. Which should have been applied to the situation, even if it’s inside her body. Maybe she wouldn’t have had such a hard time breathing or struggling to stay afloat, had she not been pregnant. Who knows? All I do know is that women should treat themselves carefully when pregnant. Not as a giant risk. Some people are preventative, some aren’t. Im not saying anything in an attempt to minimize the situation or make fun of anyone. It was just preventable. That’s all. I feel horrible for that little boy. I was 34 weeks pregnant when a friend, who was stranded on the highway at night, called me to help her. I refused. My husband was at work, I had toddlers at home and no one else to drive. I said no. I wasn’t going to put myself, my children, my unborn baby, in danger. She got home, she just didn’t want to pay for a taxi and tow. I have absolutely no regrets. My babies are safe. I lost a friend (she was selfish and arrogant, for far too many reasons unsaid), but my family is perfectly fine.

[@margaretgallegos2975]

😢 Traggic. Prayers of comfort and healing for family. ❤ Aloha! Oahu, Hawaii Sept 24 2024

[@SHANDI1967]

How heartbreaking! ❤

[@marbellad.290]

Sorry to hear. I, myself, have been to Maui and almost drowned. Deep and massive waves at times.

[@grandma460]

Scary!!!!!!! Glad you were okay

[@dapocho]

Too bad. Don’t come back

[@Want2cJesus]

But, how? How did both of them drown snorkeling? This is so sad.

[@metelskiy]

Most likely one tried to save the other

[@Want2cJesus]

@@metelskiy 😢 😭

[@bethhc]

Not sure if you’ve ever been in Hawaii, but the waves there can be pretty rough. My guess is one of them maybe panicked and the other one tried to save them. Just speculation though💔.

[@Want2cJesus]

@@bethhc Thanks! I have not been to Hawaii. The ocean terrifies me. This story is just so painful.

[@bethhc]

@@Want2cJesus it really is, God bless their souls. They always say never turn your back on the ocean. I did it once in Hawaii, and a huge wave hit me in the back and rolled me like a ball all the way to the shore. It was terrifying, but I’ll never forget the lesson it taught me.🤣

[@Matae2k]

This is sad….. I’m sorry to the family. Lord be with them and comfort them 😢❤

[@littlemommacormier415]

How horrible

[@beckyg8028]

My friend drowned there many years ago on her honeymoon!!😢

[@grandma460]

Horrible

[@liliapahidean8655]

Sincerely Condolences 🙏

[@AnitaScott-q6n]

Where on Maui and how did they become in trouble? I’ve snorkeled there a lot. Praying for their family.

[@anw7147]

This is terribly sad! I’ve heard a lot from Hawaiian locals who swear that full face snorkel masks are dangerous for many reasons and they all know not to use them.

[@courtneyr1291]

Rest in peace.

[@MNP208]

Several years ago we walked into a Kanapali (Maui) resort and saw EMS doing chest compressions on the beach. It was a 12 year old girl who had been snorkeling. IDK if she was revived.

[@velia52]

How did they both drown snorkeling? This story has more to it.

[@VilmaBelenpettorino]

Rest in peace dear couple. It’s so sad to see good people like them to pass away. They are with the Lord.

[@TinyMamaTracy]

Good job Miss Helen so glad you called the doctor. Proud of you

[@kittysysagal1209]

Omg it's heartbreaking 💔 So sad. 😢😢😢

[@davidbrown4271]

So sad 😞 prayers sent

[@solonglaurence]

Very very sad and tragic to hear story like this

[@bevlovecchio1452]

So very sorry for the husband and wife’s untimely death! Praying for all and most of all for their 18 month old son. 🙏🏻✝️

[@raymondlai4173]

This is so sad. I hope they rest in peace.

[@BadPenny911]

Please people do not panic float on your back and just rest. It is the panicking that kills you. Feel your lungs full of air to expand your chest relax yourself and lay on your back just relax every muscle in your body and lay on your back and breathe until help can get there. This is what infants do naturally and that is why most infants are found in boating accidents floating on their backs alive.

[@DavidWolfeSanDiego]

To The FOX 13 Seattle News Director - this story as sad as it is - needs some context. What went wrong? What is the message to others to prevent another tragedy? As other viewers have indicated - the story is presented as a eulogy but falls short on helping others prevent the same outcome. A local dive shop owner could have offered that input

[@dejavu9605]

This is such tragic news. The loss of young parents and an unborn baby girl. RIP.

[@kateh2354]

Why is everyone here forgetting the baby girl?!? It was more than "a couple" that drowned! It was a sweet innocent baby girl that also perished.

[@AlexT-o6r]

“Love Jesus and be ready to go” 🥺

[@terencem8795]

Oh, trust me, I am. Take me now Lord!

[@sarita5572]

And repent often...we never know when our last day in the flesh will be.

[@melstarr1864]

How did this happen?

[@yolandatubin8126]

Very very sad…May the R.I.P

[@timw4369]

Thats tragic. Terrible lets hope their family can be comforted. Nobody deserves to go like that. Terrible

[@drkashmedicalandlife]

😢may the Lord be with you all who are grieving…

[@marydumois4242]

Snorkeling while pregnant? Why?

[@MariaRodriguez-np3xs]

Oh dear Lord 😢Very sad .😥

[@postscript5549]

How very sad. Except it seems they experienced love. How/why did they both drown?

[@AlohaYeshua]

I’m so sorry for loss of your beautiful ohana

[@elsiereyes3340]

So sad. Condolence to their families n friends. Poor boy lost everything!

[@TWHISPERER]

The brother is a good man, he is comforting his wife, although between the two, he is the one that lost blood, and no one is comforting him.