Spencer Loalbo dies in fatal Texas lightning strike
Spencer Loalbo dies in fatal Texas lightning strike
Fatal Texas lightning strike death of Spencer Loalbo
Spencer Loalbo, a 41-year-old father, was struck by lightning while golfing with his father in Gunter, Texas, on June 8, authorities reported. The incident occurred several hours before storms were predicted to arrive in the area.
Police characterized the death as an “unexpected tragedy” resulting from the lightning strike. The father of three, who was playing golf with his dad, succumbed to the electrical injury shortly after being hit.
His wife, Kaylee Loalbo, expressed shock upon learning of his death. “I couldn’t breathe. I just knew,” she shared, describing the moment she received the news.
The couple met in college and had built a life together, raising three daughters. Known for his compassionate nature, Mr. Loalbo was dedicated to helping others. He frequently provided meals for the homeless, contributed to charitable causes, and offered rides to those without transportation.
“I believe this was his way of demonstrating his faith to others, and it felt incredibly natural to him,” explained Kaylee Loalbo regarding her husband’s generous actions.
Their eight-year-old daughter, Evelynn, recalled her father as a gentle man of strong convictions. They shared hobbies such as hunting, fishing, and imaginative play, often incorporating Bible stories and prayer into their time together.
“We would read a Bible story together and he would pray for me,” Evelynn remembered. “I know he is with God now and all his struggles are gone. He is truly happy, and he still holds us in his heart.”
Kaylee Loalbo hopes her husband’s legacy will motivate others to emulate his spirit of giving and faith. “I want people to feel inspired by him and perhaps be encouraged to mirror his kindness,” she expressed.
Friends and family have rallied around the Loalbo family, launching a GoFundMe campaign to support Kaylee and their three daughters during this difficult time. The fundraising page can be accessed here: [https://www.gofundme.com/f/donating-in-memory-of-spencer-loalbo].