JCPD: Body of Mark Nichols found in Boone Lake

[@josephf4611]

R.I.P. Hobo Shoestring. Mark was just great to watch. He embodied the meaning of freedom in America. Hope you're riding the golden rails wherever you are. Godspeed.

[@blusnuby2]

High `n dry, south-bound & down, in a 'double-barreled grainer,' for shor.....

[@MISCIFMAKER]

He touched many lives , LEGEND HOBO SHOESTRING R.I.P. MARK NICOLS 🎉

[@drowe2]

It’s now considered rude to call people homeless or hobo and the new term is now unhoused. Ty for your understanding

[@DaRealPhillyJawn]

He was called HOBO you don't get to dictate his nickname ​@drowe2

[@diecastcupseries7317]

@@drowe2 Everyone's saying Hobo Shoestring because that was the name of his KZbin Channel. That's what he also called himself when he was making videos because he was a train enthusiast.

[@MISCIFMAKER]

Fuck your pro nouns

[@crazypeoplearoundtheworld304]

​@@drowe2stifle your nonsense! Hobos are bums and you can't just change their name, canine.

[@williamdejeffrio9701]

In my experience, no one matched Mark in his presentation of the hobo lifestyle. His broad knowledge of trains, travel, locations, geography, nature, camping, etc, all presented in the candid, funny, informative, disarming manner that typified his work kept me spellbound. For all us that fantasized about the potential freedom and adventure of this lifestyle, Mark provided something that we could share vicariously. Mark's passing has affected me with a a strong sense of loss and sadness. RIP Mark and I'd like to express my sincere condolences to his family, friends and fellow fans.

[@TheEarnit3]

Rest in peace Shoestring 🚂🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃

[@paxbillton1042]

A true loss in every sense. Shoestring was loved by many around the world for his kind heart, fearless attitude, and goofy sense of humor. He had a way about him to bring a spark of life and adventure to any situation.

[@JOSEPHMATTHEWHOLLAND]

Hobo Shoestring was a treasure God Bless Guy from Western Kentucky ❤🙏🇺🇲

[@crazypeoplearoundtheworld304]

No he wasn't. He was a smelly bum who wore boots worth more than her was ever worth..

[@BarronVonSchneider]

I enjoyed his videos. He was extremely knowledgeable about all things rail and where trains went. He was a kind soul too.

[@johnnybegood9285]

I enjoyed his video's as well. Not only was he knowledgeable about "all things rail", but he was also knowledgeable about plants, nature, weather and even the human body. I learned a great deal from him. I know this may not be of much help but I guess one way to look at this is his body was found and now we all know where he is rather than his body being out in the woods somewhere for years and possibly never knowing.

[@guyfawkes6657]

truth! very knowledgeable!

[@brian954]

Rest in peace, Uncle Mark. You were a legend. We love you.

[@lorettashepherd.]

@brian954 I'm so sorry for your loss. Your Uncle Mark and I were good friends. He will be sorely missed. Condolences to you and your family

[@diecastcupseries7317]

@brian954 My condolences go to you, your family, and Shoestrings friends. As a fellow train enthusiast and railfanner myself I feel bad if you and your family saw negative comments by other users, some people just don't think before they say anything. Your uncle had a very great personality and I enjoyed hearing all of his stories he told me and his other viewers about the railroads watching his videos. May his channel last for years to come for anyone new to the railroad hobby learn about the railroads by watching his videos.

[@LoneWulff829]

Rest in peace and thank you for the memories, Shoestring. Your ride is over, but your legend rolls on.

[@ritaledford8714]

RIP Mark you will be missed

[@ScuzCuz]

This is a big bummer to find out my pal ended up this way. My my my, we need to keep a better eye on our friends yall. If they suffer from issues related to psyche, please stay in close contact with them. I know we are all adults here, but sometimes we need some bigger eyes every now and again. Going to miss my good pal, and those rails are going to be quite a lonely ride without Ol'Shoe

[@trulyamazing2972]

I agree with you

[@jeneen591]

Such a tragedy R.I.P. Shoestring , forever loved and never forgotten!!! Fly High Mark ❤ xoxo ❤

[@terrybane6206]

Riding trains brought Mark peace on earth. He had almost 35 years of doing exactly what he loved doing. Shoestring did it his way until the very end. Respect Sir. Rest In Peace.

[@Olizimm]

I only just found out about Hobostringshoes' death...I'm devastated with sorrow...he had become my first KZbin buddy. I loved all his videos, his adventures full of life, curiosity and great love for trains and freedom. I can't say anything else because my eyes are full of tears...God have you in Glory Mark...a big hug from Milan, Italy!!

[@sandrahunter5749]

I'm praying for Mark Hobo Shoestring's family 😥🙏✝️❤️

[@NickP16]

Rip Hobo Shoestring

[@stephenbate933]

I watched his KZbin channel for least 2 years!! RIP Shoestring!!

[@bonniesdad5199]

That crazy stalker needs investigating, RIP Shoestring.

[@backachershomestead]

RIP,Hobo Shoestring!

[@SherryinAB]

Rip shoestring!

[@jamesszabo3358]

A very knowledgeable man, who will be missed by his family and those who followed his travels across America. A Us Army Veteran whose travels by train touched many of us. I for one will miss his stories and antics while watching his uploaded videos. Rest in peace Hobo Shoestring and ride that Heavenly train. 😢

[@pegbars]

I am so sad. Godspeed, Shoestring. You are loved the world over.

[@shakascloset1700]

RIP Stobe & Hobo Shoestring 😢

[@dolphinbear661]

Hobo Shoestring, King of the Rails, Godspeed,

[@blusnuby2]

👍

[@dancer20617]

Very sad news. Thanks for sharing your incredible journey with us Mark. RIP Shoestring Hobo. Prayers and strength to Mark's family. Love from Australia ❤

[@jimknapp4606]

Rip Hobo

[@BigDsRc517]

R.I.P SHOESTRING

[@jamesnichols2188]

God bless rest easy my deepest condolences to you family

[@ocsrc]

Mark had to leave the hospital because he had no health insurance. We have 8 trillion dollars a year for wars no Americans want We need to spend the money for Medicare for All If we had that Mark would have been able to stay in the hospital and he would still be alive RIP Mark

[@parteibonza]

yes it makes me angry because illegals get free medical insurance

[@truckerguy28]

They cannot refuse treatment in a er. Insurance or not. He might of found out about a terminal disease and not willing to face it with no insurance and suffer.

[@badbishop1049]

​@@truckerguy28True. However once your vitals are considered "stable" they can legally kick you out before you completely recover from your condition.

[@trulyamazing2972]

This is so sad vets should be taking care of and Americans unbelievable

[@joey8567]

When my brother said screw it, had V.A. and some other insurance, it's a matter of wanting to go for any treatment.

[@Tanner6-tp8nx]

My Condolences to family, friends and The youtube community fans and fellow providers.

[@inannashu689]

RIP Mark.

[@cher3256]

Not sure why they didn't check the lake in the beginning its a terrIble shame. RIPShoestring💔

[@jamie.777]

They probably did, it was too late

[@salty6pence672]

Rip Hobo you were Loved

[@tedbryer2512]

RIP mark Nichols - shoestring. From all your friends from Canada! We will miss you!

[@JoeL-zb1yd]

Mark, I miss you. RIP.

[@Autumn-lj3zd]

Rest peacefully dear one. My heartfelt sympathies & prayers to his family & all who loved Shoestring.

[@philfrizzell4571]

Hes now in.hobo heaven

[@rickprobst7555]

omfg Rest In Peace and fly high Hobo Shoestring

[@user-tb2jy9lu3d]

Does anyone know if his raft was found on Boone Lake? I find it hard to believe that he was out 'swimming' in his condition and with missing fingers. I don't even know if he could swim. We know that he had a raft. If he 'fell in' accidentally...the raft should still be somewhere around there to confirm that. They seem to be avoiding talking about it in the media and among the JCPD. Even police seemed to be trying to take credit for the find when it was fishermen that found Shoestring's body.

[@Elrond_Hubbard1]

That Jayonna Scurry lady was the best candidate for that job?

[@marksommers6764]

Many will miss him ! Rest in peace .

[@Betsy.Ross76]

💔 aww Mark😢 Dammit. Thank you for sharing your life with us. Rest easy and may God comfort your family. 🙏 A wonderful legacy you've left behind.

[@koko2bware]

RIP Shoestring!! God bless you.

[@HydeSkull]

Aww man bummer RIP HOBO SHOESTRING

[@2011Maynard]

He lived his life like he wanted to live it. Traveled and saw a lot of places and made a lot of fans and friends. I call that a damn good run. Rest In Peace Shoestring - Thoughts and Prayers to the Family.

[@TheTraveler33]

Well, as channels like adventures with purpose illustrate, anytime someone disappears in an area with lakes and rivers nearby, if you do not find them quickly on land, go looking in the water. They should have been trying that days ago. They say this was within a couple of hundred yards of where he was staying. They should have been doing sonar on that area in the first 3 days of his disappearance.

[@gregktm]

Sadly, it wouldn't have changed the outcome.

[@TheTraveler33]

@@gregktm No, but it would bring much faster answers and would save a lot of people a lot of time. Plus if it is a murder, it preserves evidence better the faster the body is recovered.

[@wiseguy9202]

@@TheTraveler33 Have they released their findings yet? 4 months later....

[@TheTraveler33]

@@wiseguy9202 I haven't been keeping track. The news cycle is moving far too fast for me to keep up with a story this old.

[@rckc.1719]

RIP SHOESTRING😪😪

[@Chris-Ould]

RIP Shoestring, You will be missed .. Windsor, Ont.

[@DrJonez]

RIP Shoestring

[@hopper345]

Mark you will be missed prayers for the family and friends 😢

[@Curioushiker]

Jesus....What a loss. This guy was a wealth of railroad knowledge. He will be missed. So sorry to his family. My sympathy to all who knew him. R.I.P. HOBO SHOESTRING! 😢 From Alberta,Canada.

[@bobrob3841]

No need to trash our Lord's name.

[@sp00nfed]

He caught the westbound.

[@1linkbelt]

He caught the Northbound!

[@trippawhat81]

​@@1linkbeltwas coming to say this

[@shakascloset1700]

Rip brother 🙏

[@4570govt8]

Thank yall for reporting on this. 😢 He will be missed by many.

[@RobRoss34]

RIP Shoestring. You will be missed by many people. Praying for his family.

[@sandraparfait]

RIP Mark Hobo Shoestring 😢, thoughts and prayers for his family and friends 🙏 condolences from Australia 🇦🇺

[@ComputerChickProductions]

Rip hobo

[@jamesclark9347]

Damn it shoestring! May God have mercy on your soul.

[@telescott1]

Rip

[@1stcontact590]

Man Shoestring, Im going to miss those summer train videos. Ride them rails man.

[@JonnyHolms]

RIP 🙏 SHOESTRING..

[@RA109E]

Rest in peace shoestring. You provided joy to so many people in this world. You even helped me through one of the darkest times in my life. I pray that your videos continue to inspire, educate and motivate people. I pray that one day I can see you in the afterlife. Godspeed shoestring.

[@IsaacLopez-yv5cj]

Damn 💔😔

[@donhopf]

Shoestring, followed you for a long time now. RIP, you were one of a kind!

[@dianegray6545]

RIP shoestring.

[@philfrizzell4571]

They should close that lake til investigation is over

[@chrislangston2673]

RIP Shoestring… loved and enjoyed your videos and knowledge you brought. Loved to hear your stories especially the Hobo King video… Godspeed sir… We all will meet one final day😢❤️

[@Foxtrot1967]

Why so sad? The bum didn't exactly set the world on fire giving to others, helping the needy or doing good in a career, People need to stop putting these types of people on a pedestal.

[@Helloo1267]

he was a kind soul, he brought life to many, yes he didnt change the world, but he changed a lot of people through the greatness of his heart. Regardless of his “career” and what not, he was an amazing man, a teacher to many

[@sharondavidson7412]

Apparently, you never watched his videos. He was more than you seem to think he was.

[@_MadMax.]

Mark was a kind and gentle soul as well as a very interesting character; however, if this turns out he took his own life I will feel just a little less respect for the man. That's not something you do to thousands of admirers of whom enjoy your videos and look up to you. It's cowardly and sets a bad example. I hope that's not what happened. It's my understanding he had just returned from an emergency room hospital visit right before he disappeared. Some say he didn't have medical insurance and may have been why he left the hospital so soon after receiving bad news. Even without insurance they will still provide medical care to someone in need. No reason to be without insurance as he had a steady good income from his videos and low income folks can always get state assisted insurance which is very reasonable. Also let's not forget train hopping is illegal.

[@taz1976]

R.I.P. SHOESTRING U WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN.REST EASY OLD BIRD.. SO SAD THIS HAPPENED.TRULY HURTS MY HEART

[@nicke1903]

RIP O'l Shoestring, enjoyed your videos and stories greatly, ride in style bud.

[@kjscoop7025]

I had a bad feeling about the lake. I will miss you Mark you helped me more than you will know. You are on God's freight train now my friend.

[@michaelhewitt258]

My condolences to the family

[@cg9952]

Well damn

[@WootTootZoot]

Rest in peace Shoestring, you touched a lot of people, and you will be missed. My sincere condolences to his friends and family.

[@mikedaniels9823]

True American and a legend in life and beyond. He will be missed. RIP Mr. Nichols.

[@monaholt4066]

😢 Prayers out to the family and friends So very sorry for your loss 💔 🙏

[@alanmeyers3957]

I still want to know (how) he died.

[@glen8449]

R.I.P. Shoestring.

[@wolfandhoundh.a.e]

Rest easy on the mountain Brothers shoestring. Thank you for taking us on your adventures. You are and you will be deeply missed...

[@DJItaloxalnatural]

RIP shoestring, I learned a lot of train stuff because of him.

[@TheE251]

Is this a real news station? It feels like a parody.

[@DevilTravels]

The on scene reporter seemed to understand the tragedy, more than the studio host.

[@ashahelfaubert3754]

How in the heli he end up in the lake?

[@DannyB-cs9vx]

I hope his family gets control of his channel content, and not a thief that posts his videos as a "tribute" to him

[@fr3dr02]

You're fight is over brother.. RIP brother 😢

[@brandonhamilton833]

He was such a positive man. He lived his life to the fullest.

[@feralshe-male6858]

RIP Hobo. but, how can anyone listen to that news anchor!

[@PC-bd3uh]

heaven gained a real one - very sad, i'll greatly miss his regular videos and the endless train knowledge and stories he had to share, such a cool and unique guy, not enough genuine people like him in the world - sending my love and condolences to all his family and friends

[@wiseguy9202]

Why does Anslee talk like that? And have they released the info on how Mark passed? I can't seem to find any info on it.

[@leewebb7]

Is she doing a fake news voice???

[@petejohnston5375]

This is so sad to hear

[@mikemission9230]

Thank you Hobo Shoestring for allowing us to go along with you on your trips and thank you for your military service to our country. Mark Nichols AKA Hobo Shoestring you were an amazing man and you will be sadly missed..R.I.P

[@truecrimefan837]

R.I.P Mark. You will be missed. Thank you for sharing your life with us.

[@greatwhitehunter420]

R.I.P.Shoestring you will be missed by many...

[@edtrout]

Rest in peace Mark. God bless your soul. Thank you for taking us down that never ending railroad line, destination unknown. Shoestring was wild and free. He was a Veteran. He was a rambling beautiful soul. Prayers to Mark and his family 🙏

[@Stan-at-KangarooIslandTV]

Sad. Rest in peace Shoestring.

[@dianefalbe2188]

Rip. Shoestring. We'll miss your videos.

[@ULTRAMAGADEPLORABLEcultmember]

That long black train has departed. RIP Shoestring, you brought comfort to millions of people. Love to you and your family.💔🙏🏼

[@Howrider65]

He had a habit of taking baths in lakes there is one video he did when he was making a video where he jumped into the water off a pier and the lake had lots of mud and he got out and said I almost drowned that the mud was up to his upper body. To me he was not the smartest guy in the world. That's why places have showers and bathtubs. Look up his video titled Nearly Drowned.

[@jimsbasslist]

Rip legend. Prayers to the family

[@joetalk2982]

thanks for the great stories shoestring, rest in peace, you will be missed joe in California