Charles "Chase" Gage, IV
April 19 2024 - May 14 2015
Visitation :
Grace Hall of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
Sunday May 17th 2015 Immediately following the service
2001 Northwest Boulevard
Upper Arlington OH 43212
Services:
Celebration of Life
Sunday May 17th 2015 at 2:00 pm
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church
2001 N.W. Boulevard
Columbus
, Ohio 43212
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Obituary
Charles Quincey "Chase" Gage IV, age 19, died May 14, 2015, from complications incurred in an automobile accident in Springfield. Ohio. Chase completed his sophomore year at Wittenberg University where he ran cross country and was a member of Phi Gamma Delta "Fiji” fraternity. He was also a member of the Alumni Board. He was the recipient of the Troy Frank Stallard Scholarship and the Presidential Scholarship. Chase was a 2013 graduate of Grandview Heights High School. He was an honor student, band member and runner on the cross country and track teams. He was in French club and traveled to France with the student group. He was an Eagle Scout whose project was to place markers on each corner in Grandview to identify drains systems to make them a “green" safe environment. He participated in People to People Ambassador Program and visited Australia when he was only 10 years old. He was well known in Grandview Heights for his landscaping company. In the spring he left school on weekends to service his customers. He attended Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. To understand his colorful (and unorthodox mix) of shoes and shirts, infectious smile, quiet leadership, meaningful outreach to friends, and the impact Chase had on his community, please see the comments on his Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/chase.gage.1?fref=ts. Chase is survived by his parents, Quint and Laura Gage of Grandview Heights, Ohio; his sister, Selby; his maternal grandparents, Thomas and Martha Lentz of St. Petersburg, Fla.; paternal grandmother, Karen Gage Woody of Charleston, W. Va.; paternal grandfather, the late Charles Q. Gage; step-grandfather, Charles L. Woody of Charleston, W.Va.; aunts and uncles, T.J. and Renee Lentz of Cincinnati; Katie and Mark Crites of Atlanta, Ga.; Geoffrey and Hope Gage of Morgantown, W.Va.; step uncle and aunt, C. Ruffner and April Woody of Charleston, W.Va.; great aunts and uncles; and numerous cousins. A celebration of his life will be held on Sunday, May 17, 2015 at 2:00 p.m., at the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 2001 Northwest Boulevard (Upper Arlington), where his family will greet friends immediately following the service in Grace Hall. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Chase Gage Scholarship/Memorial Fund at P. O. Box 12609, Grandview Heights, Ohio 43212. Chase's house at Wittenberg will be the first gift to the scholarship fund. Arrangements entrusted with JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 West Fifth Avenue, Columbus. Condolences may be sent via www.johnquint.com.
Contributions
Contributions may be directed to any of the followingCondolences for Charles "Chase" Gage, IV
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To :
Date: May 14th 2015
Although I only knew Chase for a brief month or so, it was a month full of life. He was the brightest, most outgoing, happiest person. He always saw the bright side of life and helped people get through their rough times. Chase will throughly be missed by many. It is sad to see suck a bright person full of life have such a short time. Its been a long day without you my friend. And ill tell you all about it when i see you again. Rest easy Chase. Love you.
From : Wade Schnegg
To : Whom it may concern
Date: May 15th 2015
Chase Gage was a man of unbelievable spirit, youth and happiness. He introduced me to so many people, welcomed me into his home before knowing me and showed me the way Wittenberg University operates from the first day I met him. I created a friendship, a brotherhood with him that is unbreakable by any means. We shared so many beautiful and enriching moments together. Chase is one of my best friends and there is a pit in my heart that could never and will never be filled. I know as selfish as it may be of me to want him back, God had a bigger plan for his beautiful soul and I know he is smiling down on me. I cannot wait for the day when I get to see my brother again. I send my deepest and absolute most sincere condolences and prayers to, you, Chase and your family as everyone tries to get through this time. You will forever be missed, forever be remembered and forever my brother. I love you Chase. Rest in paradise my brother.
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Date: May 15th 2015
From : Jennie Reed
To : Laura, Quint, Selby Gage
Date: May 15th 2015
Our family is deeply saddened by the news of Chase's death. He was a dear, sweet boy. I remember how excited I was to have him in my Kindergarten class after having Selby just the year before. Your family is very special and I know you are extremely close. I can't begin to imagine your feeling of loss and sadness. We are thinking and praying for you all.
Much love,
Jennie, Mark, Eli, Olivia, and Noah Reed
From : Coach Penney. across Country Team
To : The Family
Date: May 15th 2015
It is much sadness with the loss of Chase. A young man full of energy and spirit. He will be missed by many and the loss with be long felt.
My prayers with the family
Coach Craig Penney
From : Lisa (Zuppardo) Morris
To : Laura
Date: May 15th 2015
Laura, I am so sorry for your loss! My mom called me as soon as she found out about the accident. I read his obituary and he sounded like a great son, nothing I didn't expect from a Lentz. My prayers are with you and all your family in you time of sorrow. Please also let your parents and TJ and Renne that I am sorry for their loss as well. May God be with you all right now!!
From : Sarah Imes
To : Quint and the Gage Family
Date: May 15th 2015
I wanted to extend my sincerest and deepest sympathies for the loss of your son. I am thinking of you and your family during this most difficult time.
Sarah Imes
Barrington Elementary
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Date: May 15th 2015
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To : Quint, Laura, and Selby
Date: May 16th 2015
Today, I choose to let Chase's life inspire me to live each day to it's fullest, as if it were my last. To be brave and take chances, to be a better friend, to reach out, venture out, smile, live fearlessly, live fully, embrace each moment!
From : Marvin & Peg Swonguer
To : Quint, Laura, & Selby Gage
Date: May 16th 2015
We can't begin to understand the depth of your pain, but please know that we are thinking of you. You are in our hearts and prayers. Even though we only chatted with Chase a few times we felt that we knew him through Grandpa & Bubba Lentz. Such a fine respectful motivated young man! If only there were more men like him in this world.
From : The TRAPP family
To : The Gage Family
Date: May 16th 2015
Words cannot express our feelings for the loss of Chase. He was en exceptional young man with an unquenchable spirit of joy of life. We feel so blessed to have lived with his light. Our condolences and prayers to all of you.
From : NORM & CONNIE KAUNE-PARENTS 0F CHRIS KAUNE
To : THE FAMILY
Date: May 16th 2015
WE HAVE WALKED IN YOUR SHOES--YOUR FAMILY IS IN OUR PRAYERS, AND OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY
From : Vic Campbell and Steven Anderson
To : Quint, Laura, and Selby
Date: May 16th 2015
Dearest Quint, Laura, and Selby,
We grieve with you as you experience this unbelievable loss of your delightful son and brother. He touched so many lives in so many ways, and we feel blessed to know him--and each of you. In our hearts we know that heaven will shine ever so brighter with the dazzling light of it's newest star.
Love,
Vic and Steven
From : Joe and Teresa Patton
To : Laura, Quint and Selby
Date: May 16th 2015
We are so very sorry for your loss. We can't even begin to imagine the grief you must feel at this most difficult time. Just know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers and we send our deepest sympathies and condolences.
From : The Tittels
To : The Gage Family
Date: May 17th 2015
Although my husband and I didn't know Chase well, we of course knew who he was because of his many accomplishments at Grandview Heights High School and as a member of our community. He was a friend of our son, Nick and his passing is very hard to accept. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. May he rest in peace until you are reunited again.
Our deepest sympathies,
Julie and Bob Tittel
From : The Trout Luckenbach family
To : The Gage family
Date: May 17th 2015
Our family's hearts and hugs to you and your family during a most difficult time. Chase has a legacy, he touched many in life and will touch many spiritually and symbolically in his future life. God Bless all of you. Peace,faith, strength!
From : Casey Warner & Family
To : Dr.Gage & Family
Date: May 17th 2015
Dr.Gage & Family
We express our deepest condolences to you all, during this time of great sorrow. Words are hard to find during such loss. Our prayer for you all is for peace in the days that lie ahead. May you all find comfort from one another, and draw strength from those unseen as well. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.
With Love,
The Warner Family
From : Sherie Robson
To : Gage Family
Date: May 17th 2015
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. My daughter Chelsea Dittmar knew Chase from school at Grandview. Sorry for your loss, he was a beautiful young man.
From : Richard &Barbara
To : Quint, Laura, and Selby
Date: May 17th 2015
Words cannot express our sorrow for you lost. Our prayers and love are with you and family.
From : Thomas and Monica Davis
To : Laura, Quint and Selby
Date: May 17th 2015
Our hearts go out to you and praying for your healing at this difficult time. No words can be said to make it sting any less. The love your family and friends possess for one another will help comfort. It's all about love. I never had the opportunity to meet Chase, but if he's anything like you two, Quint and Laura, I'm sure he was a welcoming and rad guy. Selby, my deepest condolences. Losing a sibling is unthinkable, and I know so surreal. To all of you, while the pain may always be there, it is the great memories of him that will keep you laughing. Take care.
From : Amy Onifer
To : Laura, Quint, Selby
Date: May 17th 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I am saddened for your loss and know what an important role Chase played in your family. You are one of the closest families and I know you will find support and love within to live life to the fullest as Chase would wish. Chase was so ambitious, determined, kind, talented, athletic and smart. He touched the lives of so many and I know his legacy will live on. God bless you all during this difficult time.
From : Cheryl Chabali
To : The Gage Family
Date: May 18th 2015
I didn't know Chase, but my daughter, Maria, met him through his friends, Luke and Brad, at Ohio State. She described him as friendly and outgoing and just a great young man. As a mother, I grieve for your family. I'm so sorry for your loss! May the good Lord comfort you and may Chase delight in his heavenly reward.
From : J.R. Pine
To : The Gage Family
Date: May 18th 2015
Dear Quint and Family, It is with the most sincerest regrets that I reach out to you today regarding the passing of your son and brother and a fellow Fiji. While I never had the pleasure of knowing Chase, I am certain that the character instilled by his parents founded the welcoming ways in which he positively influenced students, friends and community, thus creating the legacy of this young man. "Having light we pass it on", a motto he embraced. Perge' - "press on"; the way forward that he showed to many.
From : Mr S
To : The Gage family
Date: May 19th 2015
I am very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and strength from God. We long for the fulfillment of Acts 24:15 in the future.