Chase Daniel Waters, 19, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2020. Chase leaves his parents, Gayla (Stone) Waters, Eric Waters, Jr., and Kathleen (Geiler) Waters, brothers Zachary and Jacob Waters, sisters Megan (Alex) Viehman and Chelsey Comia, grandparents James and Andrea Stone, and Eric Waters, Sr., his aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephew. Chase was also an “adopted” member of the Elwood family. He was preceded in death by grandparents Joan (Blankenship) and John Hummert, as well as his infant brother Samuel.
Chase was a 2019 graduate of Fox High School where he excelled at football, basketball and track. He was finishing his freshman year at Quincy University, majoring in Special Education, and was looking forward to hitting the field his sophomore year. His ultimate goal was to give back to his community as a teacher and coach. Chase’s impish grin and ability to make us laugh were matched by his non-discriminating heart and humble nature. You couldn’t help but love him and his silly sweetness. Even if he made you mad, you couldn’t stay that way for long. He loved his family, and extended family, madly, and wasn’t afraid to tell them. He never parted ways or hung up the phone without telling you that he loved you. His hugs were all-encompassing and full of the warmth from within him. He always made time to help, willingly and willfully, expecting nothing in return. Chase was genuine in his love, empathy, and concern for others. Chase gave his all in every sport he participated in; not to be the best, but to be his best. His football family meant the world to him, especially his coaches, who he looked up to. He never wanted to let anyone down and took any loss to heart. Chase brought love, joy, and light to so many lives. The size of the hole he has left in our family, our community, is immeasurable. Instead of focusing on what Chase will never get to be, let’s focus on all that he was. In such a short time.
Services: Visitation at Kutis South County Funeral Home , 5255 Lemay Ferry Road, on Monday, May 11, from 4-8 PM with private services.
I loved Chase so much. I was his junior language arts teacher. There was not a single day I didn’t see him that he didn’t have a hug and a smile for me. He was such a light. I am so sorry for your loss and I will be praying for you and your family. Love and prayers! Please let me know if you need anything❤️
Chase will be missed by many. His heart was big and smile was bigger. My thoughts and prayers to his family, friends and community.
Chase had a kind heart and he was the sweetest person I know and he always made someone smile and he was a great football player❤
My baby brother had the biggest heart and it really showed how bright his light shines I know he is shining down over so many people. He was truely 1 and a million. His smile is so infection he would of been so touched by all this he was an amazing uncle to my 3 baby’s and brother. I am going to miss everything about him. Love you baby brother chasers
Chase always had the brightest smile and the warmest soul in the room. Every where he went, he was such a light to the people around him. No matter how upset you could be, he always found a way to make you smile. He was such an amazing friend to so many people and I am beyond lucky to have known chase for as long as I have. May he rest in paradise. Sending all my love and prayers!
Chase was one of the coolest people I ever met and it breaks my heart to hear of his passing. My thoughts go out to his family and friends. Rest in Peace, Chaser.
praying for guidance and strength during this troubled time. it’s not a goodbye, it’s a see you later. ❤️ we love you chase!!
Words cannot begin to express my deepest sympathy for the pain and sorrow you are going through. My heartfelt prayer is that God will give you strength and peace to get through this most difficult time.
Chase and my son, Blake, were very good friends for the past 11 years. Chase was an awesome kid who had a heart of gold. He was a friend to any and everyone and had a smile that was so infectious and would light up a room. Of all Blake’s friends, Chase was one of the most thoughtful, caring and compassionate kids I had the pleasure to know. He would do anything for anyone and always stood by my son’s side through thick and thin.
Chase touched the lives of so many people and was an amazing young man, with his whole life ahead of him. A life taken way too soon. So many hearts have been crushed by such a great loss.
May you find comfort in knowing Chase is soaring high above us now, in God’s perfect peace. Heaven truly gained an angel. Chase will forever hold a special place in so many hearts and the cherished memories of him will live on.
I met Chase through Zakk Blumer, he played football with him, and hung out with the rest of the boys. He was so respectful, friendly, just a wonderful kid, this truly has broke my heart to hear this.. to know that this could of happened to any of the kids . He will be missed.. and I know in my heart he is with the lord Jesus.
My prayers are with the family and friends , and the whole Fox School district.. I know they all feel the lose
Chase was such an unforgettable person. He had a way of lighting up a room! He was always smiling and trying to make other laughs. He will truly be missed. Love you chase.
What a great young man Chaser! So kind and respectful, which is hard to find these days in are youths. I only new this dude a few years, but I will miss him so many more. He finally just stopped calling me Sir,now it’s Grandpa. We’ll meet again, love you 55.
What a big hearted young man Chaser. I only got to know a few short years, but will surely miss you many more. You don’t find nice respectful young ones like this dude. I can’t forget how Chase called me Sir till finally last spring it was Grandpa. My heart shares the sorrow of the family(FOX) . Till we meet again go 55!!!!
Chase will be so missed by ALL Who knew himHe was An AWESOME football Player, Track and Field Star ⭐️and Great PersonGod BlessHis Family and FriendsLove, Hugs and Prayers Ticia Owens-Skaggs AKA Miss O
I am so very sorry for your loss. I had Chase his senior year in my Art I class. He was in my first block, and every day he made me laugh…what a great start to my day! He was so kind and such a joy!! Thank you for bringing such a wonderful human being into this world. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.