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tragedy2 years ago

Tragic Discovery: Bodies of Lotus Drummer Chuck Morris and Son Found After Going Missing.

The bodies of Chuck Morris, percussionist for the band Lotus, and his son Charley were found 24 days after they went missing while kayaking in Arkansas. The cause of Charley's death was drowning, and the search for Chuck ended with his body being recovered. Lotus announced benefit concerts to pay tribute to the father and son, with 100% of the net proceeds going to the Morris family. The band also postponed their April West Coast Tour and is working on rescheduling.

tragedy2 years ago

Lotus Band Member and Son Found Dead in Arkansas Lake After Kayaking Disappearance

Chuck Morris, percussionist for the band Lotus, and his son Charley were found dead 24 days after they went missing during a kayaking trip in Arkansas. The bodies were recovered thanks to technology and efforts from rescue teams who used remote-operated underwater vehicles in a "challenging environment" that passed depths of 180 feet. The search operation included dive crews, boats, dogs, and more from several agencies. The water temperatures in the lake had dropped to the 30s and 40s in the days following the kayakers' disappearance.

tragedy2 years ago

Tragic Discovery: Bodies of Musicians and Sons Found in Arkansas Lake

The bodies of Chuck Morris, a percussionist for the band Lotus, and his son Charley have been found in Beaver Lake, Arkansas, after a month-long search. The father and son went kayaking in March and did not return. Searchers found two kayaks and a coat on the lake, and a storm with winds at speeds of 40 miles per hour was approaching. Morris played the drums for Lotus, which opened Colorado's Red Rocks concert season in 2021. The bodies were recovered using an underwater drone vehicle.

us2 years ago

Father and son kayakers found dead after 24 days in Arkansas lake

The bodies of Chuck Morris, the percussionist for the band Lotus, and his son were recovered 24 days after they went missing during a kayaking trip in Arkansas. The recovery effort included dive crews, boats, dogs, and more from several agencies. The bodies were recovered thanks to technology and efforts from Carroll County Mennonite Disaster Service and Christian Aid Ministries Search and Rescue Team out of Tennessee, who used remote-operated underwater vehicles in a "challenging environment" that passed depths of 180 feet.

tragedy2 years ago

Tragic Kayaking Trip Claims Lives of Father and Son.

The wife of Lotus drummer Chuck Morris says her husband and son likely drowned after the pair disappeared while kayaking on a lake in Arkansas last week. Officials believe one of the men fell into the water and began struggling under his wet clothing, which prompted the other man to jump in to help. The band announced Tuesday on Twitter that the search for Morris and his son has moved to a recovery.

music2 years ago

Lotus drummer and son presumed dead after kayaking trip in Arkansas.

Chuck Morris, percussionist of the band Lotus, and his son Charley have been missing since March 16 after a kayaking trip in Arkansas. The search and rescue effort has now turned into a recovery mission, with a probable location on the lake identified. Morris' wife has urged fans to donate to support the family. Morris is described as a "loving father and partner" and Charley a "great friend who believes in doing what’s right, even if it doesn’t come with a reward."

tragedy2 years ago

Kansas City father and son presumed dead after kayaking trip in Arkansas.

Chuck Morris, a percussionist of the instrumental band Lotus, and his son Charley, both from Kansas City, are presumed dead after going missing on March 16 while kayaking at Beaver Lake near Fayetteville, Arkansas. Despite an exhaustive search, the family and search and recovery commanders have agreed on the fate and probable location of Chuck and Charley. A GoFundMe page has been set up to help with expenses, including funeral costs and therapy.

missing-persons2 years ago

Tragic Kayaking Accident Claims Lives of Father and Son in Arkansas

Chuck Morris, the percussionist for the band Lotus, and his son Charley have been missing for nearly a week after disappearing during a kayaking trip in Arkansas. The search and rescue effort has now shifted to a recovery mission, with a probable location on the lake identified. Logistical challenges, including temperature, weather, and depth, have prevented a recovery so far. The band has expressed deep grief and plans to celebrate Chuck and Charley's lives.

tragedy2 years ago

Lotus drummer and son missing after kayaking trip in Arkansas lake

Chuck Morris, a percussionist for the band Lotus, and his son Charley are feared dead after going kayaking on Beaver Lake in Arkansas and not returning. Search and rescue teams have been searching for them since Thursday, but have only found two kayaks and a coat on the lake. The band Lotus tweeted that the search has now moved to a recovery operation. Morris played the drums for Lotus, which began in 1999 and opened Colorado's Red Rocks concert season in 2021.

tragedy2 years ago

Kansas City father and son missing on kayaking trip in Arkansas, search intensifies.

Chuck Morris, a percussionist for the band Lotus, and his son Charley are feared dead after going kayaking on Beaver Lake in Arkansas and not returning. Search and rescue teams have been using divers, dogs, and sonar to search the lake, but have faced logistical challenges due to the depth and weather conditions. The band Lotus tweeted that the search has moved to a recovery mission. Morris played the drums for Lotus and opened Colorado's Red Rocks concert season in 2021.