Thuy Gustin and Chase Sharkey Obituary: Tragic Loss of Two Lives in Devastating Boat Collision on Tickfaw River in Louisiana, Leaving Behind a Trail of Grief and a Community in Mourning.
Thuy Gustin, a 31-year-old resident of Springfield, and Chase Sharkey, a 36-year-old resident of Greensburg, tragically lost their lives in a devastating boat collision on the Tickfaw River in Louisiana, leaving behind a community in shock and grief.
The incident occurred early Sunday on the Tickfaw River near Kings Point in Livingston Parish, involving a 25-foot pontoon boat carrying seven people and a 25-foot Sea Fox boat with six passengers.
According to authorities, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries was alerted to the crash just after midnight, and upon arrival at the scene, agents found the pontoon boat severely damaged and the Sea Fox capsized.
Thuy Gustin, a passenger on the Sea Fox, was tragically trapped under the boat, and despite efforts to rescue her, she was pronounced dead at the hospital, leaving behind a trail of devastation and heartbreak for her loved ones.
Chase Sharkey, who was operating the pontoon boat, went missing after the collision and was later recovered deceased, sending shockwaves through the community and leaving behind a family and friends who will deeply miss him.
The official cause of death will be determined by the parish coroner’s office, and an investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing, with authorities testing Sharkey’s blood for the presence of drugs or alcohol.
It was noted that none of the individuals on either boat were wearing life jackets at the time of the collision, a devastating reminder of the importance of safety measures while on the water.
The community is coming together to support the families of Thuy Gustin and Chase Sharkey during this difficult time, and a fund has been established to assist with funeral expenses and other related costs.
As the investigation continues, the community is left to grapple with the loss of two young lives, and the importance of water safety is being emphasized to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
Thuy Gustin and Chase Sharkey may be gone, but their memories will live on through the countless lives they touched, and their legacy will serve as a reminder of the importance of safety and responsible behavior on the water.
