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Victims In Early Morning Crash Identified
Two people are dead after an early morning accident at 63rd St. South and Broadway. Reporter: KAKE News Email Address: news@kake.com |
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Posted by: Jami
Location: Haysville/Wichita
on Nov 6, 2009 at 05:18 PM
To those trying to point the finger and blame whoever they think is at fault, this is not what this column is for. Families and friends will be reading this and I find it ethically and morally wrong to bad mouth either. Life is full of choices, bad and or good, it does not matter who was at fault. Do not stray away from what is right and that is to think of the families that lost these two young men, and the family of the truck driver that will also deal with this loss because of it being an accident! That is what car crashes are called... accidents. None of them woke up Thursday morning and decided they were going to break the law and put their lives at stake, however that is this thing called life. Let these families deal with this horrific pain in good manner and find peace. No need to sit here and wonder who is at fault and try to blame something or someone. I knew of Beau(the Blake boys)they were wild but they were fun and good/true people! Don't even try & take that away from them!
Posted by: Thomas Glimpse
on Nov 6, 2009 at 04:09 PM
Man i will miss colton and beau they gave me good memories RIP sad to see them go so young
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: haysville
on Nov 6, 2009 at 02:04 PM
To all the people that think this is a joke its not 2 lives were taken.. yea the truck driver was drinking but the family gets on here and reads this so it would be nice if you kept your rude comments to yourself the family is dieing from this i should know nothing can change that night... there gone and all we can do is pray so please just pray for the families... they lost alot colton was only 19 and beau was 25 they died young but i will always love them and i will always keep Big Bernie, Brandon, little Bernie, Brenda, Rick, Cory, Shawna, Courtney and the rest of the family in mind
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 6, 2009 at 01:40 PM
u all may need to get the story strange it was the car fault ,,and i do have my fact right read the paper ok
Posted by: james
on Nov 6, 2009 at 12:36 PM
So its ok to run red lights as long as nobody is there. Must have missed that day of drivers ed.
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 6, 2009 at 12:23 PM
will the kids shouldnt have be driving so fast and the truck driver shouldnt been under the wheel of the truck
Posted by: The cold truth
on Nov 6, 2009 at 12:07 PM
Bottom line that truck never should have been there, 1 beer = too many.
Posted by: d
Location: haysville
on Nov 6, 2009 at 11:58 AM
.04 I was mistaken. So two beers.
Posted by: d
Location: haysville
on Nov 6, 2009 at 11:50 AM
The truck driver was taken in on suspicion of dui. He was driving a commercial truck so by law the limit is .02. Thats about one beer for a 150 lbs man. So to say he was drunk is a bit of a stretch.
Posted by: Dezarae Ballinger
Location: Wichita
on Nov 6, 2009 at 11:21 AM
Beau was my cousin closest to me in age only a few weeks seperate our birthdays. When I heard of the accident it realy hit home. I wish the rest of my family the best. Beau was loved by all and will forever be greatly missed. May beau and Colton rest in peace untill we meet again.
Posted by: Sarah W.
Location: Haysville
on Nov 6, 2009 at 09:43 AM
My heart goes out to the Blake family! They are wonderful people and I have many many GREAT memories with Beau and Brandon! Beau was so much fun to be around and was genuinely a GOOD person and great friend! We have to remember he is in a better place, and he will be watching over us now. U WILL BE MISSED BEAU! xoxo
Posted by: momma
Location: S.Wichita,Haysville
on Nov 6, 2009 at 09:00 AM
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all involved. the boys's lives were taken to soon, they had alot ahead of them, we now have 2 more angels watching over us.
Posted by: Sarah
Location: Wichita
on Nov 6, 2009 at 08:13 AM
It seems like both of these boys had many friends and family that cared about them. So where were they to teach them the laws of driving? To teach them about life and death? If these two want to be reckless and kill themselves, then do it where other innocent people won't get hurt. I feel for that semi driver having to deal with this.
Posted by: Jennifer
Location: Wichita
on Nov 6, 2009 at 02:27 AM
My heart and prayers go out to the families of all involved. Everyone needs to remember we are all young once and do things we probably should not have, but nobody deserves to die. Dont take life for granted you never know when something bad may happen. Never bad mouth someone who has died as they may be the angel who saves your life one day! May these families be strong and remember these boys are looking over you and your loved ones and will be your angels until you meet with them again some day!
Posted by: Jeremy
Location: Haysville
on Nov 6, 2009 at 12:18 AM
Hi grew up with Beau we had alot of very good times I will miss him alot but I will not ever forgrt him rest in peace love you much your buddy Jeremy
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 6, 2009 at 12:13 AM
To all the family and friends of everyone involved, Colton and Beau, and the grain truck driver and passengers - My thoughts and prayers are with you all. No one deserves things like this to happen. My God be with you all in this time of sadness and pain.
Posted by: Melissa
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 11:35 PM
I live in the community that Brandon lives in and would like express my deepest sympathies to him and his family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. My family are very sorry for your loss. I also would like to express sympathies to the Emerson family as well. The boys may be gone, but will never be forgotten by those who all knew them. This a quote that my grandma has always said to our family and I would like to say it to the families. "May you always have an angel by your side"
Posted by: joann
Location: wichita
on Nov 5, 2009 at 11:29 PM
im so sry for both family lose ,bo u make my neice very happy and i thank you for everythink u did for her and your family and im sry again about your lose
Posted by: Jennifer
Location: Haysville, KS
on Nov 5, 2009 at 11:14 PM
I wish that people could respect the fact that two young men died and leave the negativity to themselves. And to the person who said the man of the semi didnt get a DUI..watch the news. Yes he did. Although he was not to blame, he was still drunk...so therefore HE could of very well hurt someone else that night. I knew both Beau and Colton personally and they were both great guys!! So for all you "negative" talkers...have some RESPECT for them and their families during this hard time. Haysville has had to deal with much grief in the past few years. Seems like we lose atleast a few kids each year. My heart goes out to both families and I hope they are both Resting In Peace now... love you guys!!
Posted by: J
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:19 PM
I feel for the families, it is not easy losing a loved one. However we can't glorify these young men and make excuses for them by saying they were young and fearless. Yes we were all young once and yes we made stupid decisions. However when young people have an obvious diregard for others on the road, that is when we have to draw the line. These boys will be missed however we can't stand up for them and tell everyone not to slander these boys. If they would have lived these boys would probably be in jail. STOP ACTING LIKE THESE BOYS WERE INNOCENT. THEY BROKE THE LAW AND YES THEY PAID THE ULTIMATE PRICE. BUT THEY WERE IN THE WRONG. FACE THE FACTS AND LETS MOVE ON.
Posted by: kevin
Location: heaven
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:12 PM
to anonymous @ 609 god has your number
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 09:20 PM
Very sad and my heart goes out to their family and friends. As a younger person, I'm 29 now, I watched LOTS of friends die in auto accidents. Please, be careful!!!! Find another way to get your kicks! Don't speed! Regardless of their decisions to speed they did not deserve to die. This will serve as a haunting to reminder to those who knew them for years to come. Unfortunately it won't deter others from making a similar mistake.
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:58 PM
Colton and Beau.. I will alway miss you no matter what... i love you both and now that your gone i dont what to do... Little Bernie dont do anything stupid i know you love your brother and i know he would want the best for you.. Brandon, times are going to be hard but just take care of your baby and dont do anything stupid... Brenda i know colton lived with you so he was like a son so to you its like losing 2 of your babies but brandon and little bernie stills needs you so be strong..
Posted by: Amber
Location: park city
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:16 PM
why do ppl have to be so cold in this time of saddness... we was all young once we all thought nothing could touch us and its very sad these two young men lost their life my thoughts and prayers are with the all of the families who either was affected by this...
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:06 PM
My thoughts and prayers go out to all people involved.They will be dearly missed. You guys will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
Posted by: Erik & Tiff
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:03 PM
Our hearts go out to the Blake's and the Emersons'. -RIP-
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:09 PM
OK people..there are some lessons to be learned from this. There are rules - follow them. There are traffic signs - obey them. And to the rest - learn to spell.
Posted by: Angi
Location: 63rd & S. Broadway
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:05 PM
To the river of the Semi, Our Prayers are with you also. God Bless You.
Posted by: NIKKI AND AARON
Location: MISSIOURI
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:56 PM
TO ALL OF THE FAMILIES WE ARE SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS BEAU WORKED PLAYED AND ALWAYS WAS GREAT TO BE AROUND EVEN THOUGH WE HAVEN'T SEEN EACH OTHER FOR AWHILE HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS AS FAMILY! WE LOVE YOU GUYS!!!!!
Posted by: sunflower
Location: wichita
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:56 PM
Be very careful in your reporting. The driver of the semi was not DUI as your latest report indicates. He went home to his family and is terribly upset about the entire ordeal. Do not slander him.
Posted by: Angi
Location: 63rd & S. Broadway
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:49 PM
I LIVE on that corner. Terrible Accidents happen all the time. May God Bless the Families of both gentlemen you are all in our Thoughts and Prayers.
Posted by: Jennifer
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:41 PM
May the both rest in Piece I have known the blakes for year i am there neighbor and I use to work with Bo.. I am sorry for your loss Brenda, Bernie, Little Bernie, and Brandon you all are great people and you know i will always be there for you...Keep your head up Brandon please....
Posted by: Kimberly
Location: South Wichita/Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:12 PM
It is a tragic loss for the families of these boys. My sons went to school with Beau. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the families and people involved, even the not seriously injured. "To Annonymous-Everyone needs to remember that they made the decision to run the red light. They took their lives into their own hands with their disregard for laws. They did not care about anyone else that might be out." I don't think it really matters, it was an accident that happend and can't be taken back. You can't place judgement either since you were not in the vechile when they made that mistake. Everyone involved will have a memory of this happening. Lets not make things worse by placing judgement. It is sad and a lesson to be learned.
Posted by: jennifer
Location: haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 03:08 PM
RIP GUYS YOU WILL BE MISS WE ALL LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Wichita
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:55 PM
There always has to be one negative person in the group of posters........no matter what the issue. First, let me just say they were young and we all know young people are fearless and believe themselves to be invincible. Second, someone died! Someone lost their life and no matter what the circumstances were, these two will never be here again. What's sad is kids don't understand the consequences of their actions. If anything good comes of this I hope the friends they left behind learn a lesson before it's too late for another family. Finally, be careful what you judge and critisize since one day it could happen to you. RIP Colton and Bo and prayers to the families of all involved.
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:16 PM
Everyone needs to remember that they made the decision to run the red light. They took their lives into their own hands with their disregard for laws. They did not care about anyone else that might be out. While I pray for their families, they are the real victims here. You cannot forget that an innocent man was hurt. What if it was someone in your family that was hit. Would it be all love and kisses?
Posted by: Paige
Location: Wichita
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:15 PM
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family and friends that were deeply affected by this. Curt and I love you guys and will miss you so much. Beau and Colton rest in peace.
Posted by: jeff h
Location: tulsa
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:12 PM
my heart and prayers go out to the families of both the men
Posted by: Curtis and Kellie
Location: Wichita
on Nov 5, 2009 at 02:10 PM
Beau and Colton you will be deeply missed. We will never forget you. We love you guys and may you rest in peace now. Curtis and Kellie L.
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 01:31 PM
Ours hearts are breaking and our prayers are with the families. RIP
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 01:13 PM
This is truly a sad day for Haysville, for all who knew them and especially their families. I pray that God will ease your pain over time and that they will always be remembered.
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 12:34 PM
I see people all the time turn on 63rd even though there are signs and road blocks present. I guess a lot of people think that the signs don't pertain to them and go that way any how. I feel for the famalies of these two individuals. Let this be a lesson to all the people who are in such a hurry or think they are and disregard traffic signs no matter where the signs might be (and we all know that they are all over the place). It is not worth the loss of a life to disobey any traffic signal or signs. PLEASE BE CAREFUL!!!!!
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 12:23 PM
Let this be a lesson to all of just how short life really is. Cherish every moment. Colton and Beau I know you guys did. RIP fellas.
Posted by: Heather
Location: S. Wichita
on Nov 5, 2009 at 12:15 PM
I went to school with Bo and this is truly heart wrenching and very sorry it had to end this way! My thouhts are with the family and you will truly be missed!
Posted by: Heather
Location: Wichita
on Nov 5, 2009 at 12:14 PM
I was very close to Beau and was friends with Colton and I still can't believe that this has happened my boyfriend grew up with Beau they have been friends since they were 5 and this is a horrible tragedy. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family and friends that were deeply affected by this. May Beau and Colton rest in peace!! I love you guys!!!!!
Posted by: Kelly
Location: Valley Center
on Nov 5, 2009 at 11:35 AM
Beau was my boyfriend all through middle school. Although it has been almost 10 years since I have seen or spoken to him it sure doesnt feel like it. To his family: you are in my heart and prayers.
Posted by: Sydney
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 11:30 AM
R.I.P Colt and bo.. you guys will be greatly missed and never forgotten
Posted by: Christina
on Nov 5, 2009 at 11:25 AM
OMG Rip my boys..you will be luved forever....
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 11:09 AM
My family and I would like to send our deepest sympathy and prayers to both families. God Bless.
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:52 AM
RIP.
Posted by: Editor
Location: KAKE
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:34 AM
please don't post the men's last names until we're certain family has been notified.
Posted by: anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:28 AM
What was Colton and Bo's last names? I am a graduate from Haysville, class of 2002
Posted by: Shanni
on Nov 5, 2009 at 10:05 AM
I saw it when I drove past 2 do 2 dillons I live on 63rd and broadway. I didnt know it was the 2 of them my heart is breaking
Posted by: Ashley
Location: Wichita, KS
on Nov 5, 2009 at 09:41 AM
My Love & Prayers are with the Blake family. Will definatly always have funny memories of Bo. He was as one of the silliest boys I knew. The Blakes loved fast cars and racing. Keep your head up Brandon.
Posted by: CURTIS AND KELLIE LANE
on Nov 5, 2009 at 09:25 AM
BEAU BLAKE AND COLTON YOU WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED. REST IN PEACE.
Posted by: John
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 09:18 AM
The other was Bo
Posted by: Anonymous
on Nov 5, 2009 at 09:17 AM
R.I.P Beau Blake & Colton....you will be missed! Both your families are in my prayers. I am very sorry for the loss of such young men taken way too soon :(
Posted by: Angel
Location: dub k
on Nov 5, 2009 at 09:11 AM
Who were the guys that didnt make it? Im sorry for their loss my thoughts and prayers are with the family!
Posted by: Courtney
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:48 AM
I see the name of one has not been released. Although I know who it is I will not say. No one deserves or asks for this kind of pain and no one is invincible. I sincerely hope that young people can see this and learn from it. My prayers are going out to the families of both individuals as well as the man taken to the hospital from the grain truck.
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:47 AM
RIP Colton I miss you bro
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Haysvill
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:29 AM
Does anyone know yet who both of them are? I know they haven't released names, BUT someone has to have SOME idea. Please let me know! Thanks!!
Posted by: Jennifer
Location: wichita
on Nov 5, 2009 at 08:15 AM
RIP Colton and Bo...my heart goes out to your families!! You guys will be missed dearly!!
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:51 AM
who was the other man???- I know Colton was the other
Posted by: Jennifer
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:23 AM
Everyone here at Landscapes Inc. has Coltons family in our prayers...May God be with you in your tremendous loss.
Posted by: Anon
Location: Wichita, ks
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:07 AM
David, If the title says "Two Haysville Men Die In Early Morning Crash" then I'm guessing its South. Unless there is another Haysville that we dont know about
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:06 AM
63rd south
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:05 AM
Colton your going to be missed, never forgotten, and always loved.!!
Posted by: Danielle
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 07:02 AM
Your Both going to be Missed!! R.I.P guys!!
Posted by: Ember
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 06:23 AM
Colton you will be missed. I never told you how much I care about you and now its too late. Your family is in my prayers and I swear I will be there for your sister and your family during this time. I'll miss you bro.
Posted by: Anonymous
Location: wichita
on Nov 5, 2009 at 05:12 AM
RIP Colton, love you, gonna miss you : (
Posted by: David
Location: Haysville
on Nov 5, 2009 at 04:19 AM
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Thank you Sarah. I like the way you provided a clear and honest explanation. I also like your closing comment, but I disagree with what you said, re: "We are only given a certain number of days." Actually we have more or less, depending on how we live and what risks we take.
My sincere thoughts and prayers go out to the families involved. Also, I say a prayer for the people who feel it's necessary to post negative comments for the family to read during this difficult time. May God give you some discretion.
Pretty sure Colton could have been revived if the officer who witnessed this accident occur would have given CPR. According to the autospy there were no broken bones, ect- so why wasn't help given when it was needed? As for Beau- You will be greatly missed- I only met you once at Browns Tire when Colton worked with you- but you were very nice and even had a sense of humor.
Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love never ends. -- Corinthians 13:7-8 Colton Lloyd Emerson my love I have for you will never end- as nor shall yours upon your friends and family. Rest in Peace.
The family and friends of everyone involved are in my thoughts. People should not post their opinions if they are rude.
matthew 5:4 Blessed are those that mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Who was in the wrong? Two young men were in the wrong for driving at a high rate of speed down a closed road whether it was 1 am or 1 pm and failed to stop at a red light. The truck driver was in the wrong for consuming any alcohol whether he was going to be driving the truck or not. The point here is that God puts each of us where we belong everyday. Think about 911. Some of those people were late to work for some mysterious reason some of them weren't. Apparently the same has happened here, it was beyond anyones control. Hopefully MANY people will learn from this valuable lesson. Those who think speed and living on the edge is the way to go you might think again. Those of you who drive semis you might think again as well. We are only given a certain number of days and we will never know when they are up. God Bless all the families and friends involved and may you find peace soon.
It makes me sick to see some of the negative comments about these young men and who is to blame, remember people WE ARE ALL HUMAN AND NO ONE IS PERFECT!!! The next time you or a loved one makes a mistake would you want it to cost a life?? Think about that before you post ignorant comments, no matter the situation, these young men died too soon, and for you all to make comments like you are so special, God forbid someone dies that is close to you and you have to read heartless comments as you mourn your loss, Show some respect!! You all should be ashamed of yourselves!! God Bless
Do tell, who were the passengers of the semi?
Linda I am so sorry for the loss of your son...We use to work together at Hawker Beechcraft. Words can't describe what that might be like. I will be praying for you and your family
It has been a few years since I have seen the Blake family . My daughter went out with Beau many years ago and we both are so sorry for the loss. Our prayers will be with you all.
There are some really rude people posting here! There was a tragic accident where people lost their lives and there are many postings that are just placing blame when NO ONE here was at the scene to witness the actual accident! The boys lost their lives and instead of posting nice things for their friends and family to read, people are being so cold and insensitive. Come on guys, is this what you want people to talk about when you die?!? Honesty-RESPECT THE PEOPLE WHO LOST THEIR LIVES AND THEIR FAMILY!
Things happen for a reason, weather we understand it or not. Thoughts and prayers are with both families. May God have a hedge of protection around you all. Time does heal things. God bless.
Colton Emerson, i know him. I used to play soccer with him in Peach Capital Soccer Club back when I was a child. It isn't that he nor the other people involved in this accident were bad people, it's just that they made a few bad choices and in doing so, they payed the consequences. We must all look upon this and not judge one because of what they did, but upon what lead up to what they did and how it happened. Colton, you will be deeply missed and live in infamy in our memories, hearts, and souls and I for one will miss the good old times we used to have playing soccer together. In heaven, i hope you will be waiting with that soccer ball and net for our next 1v1 game together. Take care old friend. AIRBORNE ALL THE WAY - Your Local Cavalry Scout at Bragg
To see all of the negative and hurtful comments from people on here is quite discouraging when there is more to this story than which has been published. The driver of that semi is a very Christian man, a very intelligent man, and just because he was booked in to the jail under suspicion of a DUI does not mean that he was formally charged with one...so for anyone to slander anyone in this whole ordeal is completely wrong. The news broadcast clearly stated that the booking was not related to the accident or lead to him to be at fault in any way. He and his family are suffering tremendously at the loss of the young men's lives. My heart, thoughts and prayers are with all of the family and friends involved in this horrific accident, and maybe that's where every one else's focus should lie as well. We should mourn the loss of the two young men and empathize with the driver and his passengers and all of the families which have experienced a deep loss in this incident.