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Colton Krout Obituary

Colton D. Krout YORK Colton Dane Krout, 17, died on Wednesday, June 26, 2013, at his residence. Born on March 9, 1996, in York, he was the son of Douglass W. and Heidi G. (Helwig) Krout of York. Colton would have been a senior at Dover Area High School, where he was a member of the Swim Team and also ran Cross Country and Track. Colton also planned on attending York College. An avid piano player, he scored a near perfect 1700 on his SAT's. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a sister, Kiersten Krout of West York; a brother, Caden Krout of York; paternal grandparents, Lonnie and Anna Krout of Dover; maternal grandparents, Randy and Shirley Helwig of Emigsville; and his extended family. Following cremation a memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 2, 2013, at 11 a.m. at Fourth United Methodist Church, 1067 E. Market St., York. A visitation will be held on Tuesday from 9 to 11 a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation, 2951 Whiteford Road, Suite 304, York, PA 17402. Etzweiler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1111 E. Market St., York, is in charge of arrangements. www.etzweiler.com

Published by York Daily Record on Jun. 29, 2013.
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i will always miss you rip best bud you were a good friend i will never froget you love kayla

kayla cummings

Friend

November 25, 2022

Thinking of you and Doug and your family, Heidi. Love you. Kath

Kathryn Spangler

Friend

June 26, 2020

Cole ❤ June 26 will always be a sad day for me. Its been 6 years with out you. I miss you so much. People say it gets easier with time. I disagree. I miss you more everyday. You missed your brothers wedding and standing as a groomsman. It was a bitter sweet day.
I know you visit me sometimes but I just wish I could see your smile again. Hear your infectious laugh. Listen and laugh to your spot on smart comments. Most of all I miss you just being you. I love you more everyday and I will nor be happy until I am with you again my sweet boy.
I love you to the moon and back❤

Momma

Heidi Krout

Mother

June 23, 2019

It will be 2 years on June 26 2015 since you left us. My heart will never heal. I love you to the moon and back my baby boy forever.

Heidi Krout

June 24, 2015

February 24, 2014

I miss you so much. ? My heart is broken. I will see you again. I love you my beautiful son. ??

Heidi Krout

August 6, 2013

There isn't a day I don't think about Colton. I wish saying I'm sorry could be good enough but I can't believe he's gone. I know he's above us, watching and not wanting to see us in pain, but he knows we will all see him again. Colton, I miss you. the first day of 6th grade, you were the first person who said something to me at the bus stop. Living just a walking distance from you, I miss the days we would swim for hours, when we would 'tan' outside, or just talking whenever we needed a friend. Colton, I miss you buddy. Just as much as everyone else does. My prayers go out to the Krout family during their times of hardship. I thank you guys for allowing me to have these memories with him. They will never be forgotten. And neither will you. Fly High Buddy. Much Love.

Lenora Crudup

August 5, 2013

So sorry to hear of your loss and send my thoughts of love, comfort and peace.

Janna Krout Exon

July 15, 2013

There are so many thoughts going through my head about all this. I deeply will miss you colton, i never expected this to be this way.it hit me really hard to come face reality that i couldnt just call you or text you even the redic snapchats you used to send me. I will always think of you and all the time ive spent being your friend. Just wish it wasnt so soon there were so many things i wanted to tell you but i guess your going to have to wait till i tell you in person in time. For the family im deeply sorry this has happened i can not imagine how you feel but i do know this..he is still here just you cant see him only he can see you and i strongly feel he will continue to be there in your mind and hearts and so as mine. Rest in peace colton i will play that song you always wanted me to play for you<3

Daniel Dacheux

July 12, 2013

It's so hard to see your family and friends go through life like they are right now without you. I'm really going to miss you. God was ready for you and he took you to a better place. R.I.P bro.

Allen Staub

July 6, 2013

Dear Doug, Heidi, Kieri and Caden,

May the comfort of God help you through this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Terri and Ken Elliott

July 3, 2013

Heidi, Shirl, Randy and Family,
Please know that all of you have been on my mind and in my prayers since learning of Cole's passing. I am sorry I couldn't join you today for his service, but my thoughts were with you. Wish I could just give each of you a hug to try and help in just a small way. I am so, so sorry for your loss.

Tonya Heilman Frey

July 2, 2013

Heidi,
Having moved from York 20 years ago, I try to occasionally read the YDR. I don't think it was 'chance' that I saw this last week. I can tell you my heart has been heavy ever since and you are your family have been on my mind and in my prayers. When I think of you from high school, a gigantic smile and those sparking eyes comes to mind. It makes me sad to know how sad and devastated you must be right now, and I know I can't begin to imagine how you feel. I hope you take some comfort in knowing that people across the country have been praying for your family. The incredible things that people have said about your son speaks volumes for you as a mother. I will continue to keep you guys in my prayers.

Angela (Vaughn) Williamson {Central}

July 2, 2013

Going to miss you man, you left us way to early and my prayers go out to your family... Fly high bro...

Shy Moats

July 2, 2013

Our hearts are aching for your family. Please know our deepest sympathies and most heartfelt prayers are with you. May God wrap His arms around you and give you peace. Gary, Kathy, Logan, Meaghan, and Nikki Sitler

Sitler Family

July 2, 2013

I cannot get you or your family off of my mind this week, Heidi... Sounds like your son made others laugh in high school just like you and I used to laugh. My heart is sad for you... Let everyone's prayers and Cole's memories bring you comfort, friend.

Amy Uffelman

July 1, 2013

Heidi, I didn't know your son, but from all your postings on Facebook and reading what other people have written, I know you must've been a GREAT Mom. I surely can't imagine the pain of losing a child, and I'm not sure any words will console you, but I just wanted to say that I'm thinking of you and hope you can find peace. Take care of yourself.

Carissa Smith

July 1, 2013

Krout family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Colton has impacted my life in a great way. He always was there. He knew just how to make you laugh and just what to say when you were upset. I ran track with him and we always would complain how horrid the mile was and that we never felt like doing it, but after it was over it really wasn't that bad. We had the funniest conversations in school and an awesome time hanging out over the summer. He will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. My prayers go out to your family and Colton. Stay strong. Fly high Colton.

Olivia Bair

July 1, 2013

Doug, Heidi, and family: So very sorry to hear of this loss.
Nat Raney

July 1, 2013

Your family is in ours prayers daily. We grieve for you in your time of loss. Please know that we love you and are here for all of you..always.

Jennifer Whitehead

July 1, 2013

My heart goes out to the entire family. Cole, I never had the opportunity to meet you but knowing your Mom, I know you were a wonderful person and great son! RIP

Annette (Kern) Fletcher

July 1, 2013

To the Krout Family,
This has been the most difficult time in our families lives losing such a wonderful young man. Your family has been our extended family and we are at a loss without him as a daily fixture in our lives. Colton will be greatly missed. Thank you for sharing your son with me and my family for so many years. He was my other child and I loved him like my own. Colton touched so many lives and made so many happy memories with our family. From 6 Flags to movies in the living room, you brought joy and fun into our house and we will never forget you. Please watch over our family and your's during this time. Thank you for all the years that we shared, I miss you buddy and will never forget you. Thank you for taking care of Ginny during your life, for always knowing when to show up, & the right thing to say.
My thoughts and prayers to your family. Rest in peace buddy.. until we meet again.
Carrie, Kirsten, Ashley, Ginny, Coby, Madison, & unborn baby boy.

Carrie Ferrer

July 1, 2013

Thoughts and Prayers to your family

The Wisner Family

July 1, 2013

Heidi, Doug, Kieri & Caden and the entire Krout and Helwig families~ one small moment at a time, there's no other way to get through it. Love each other and have unlimited expectations of love and kindness bestowed upon you all, by everyone around you. Life is a precarious and beautiful and mysterious thing. I'll be thinking about you and hoping the beauty of Colton's life shines through the mystery and gives you solace. ~Kathryn Bailey

Kathryn Bailey

June 30, 2013

colton your gonna be missed you were a great guy you would do anything to put a smile on everyones face its not the same with you not being there having a great time with us, riding the four wheeler, just at six flags we had a great time and that will always be with us the memories love you brother rest easy to we meet again

Christopher Gift

June 30, 2013

Doug and family,
My heart breaks for you all. May God bring you peace during this hard time. Your family is in my prayers.

Dee Jarvis

June 30, 2013

Colton I can't put into words how you touched all our lives your friendship with my granddaughterVirginia .and everyone in her family she's stubborn but u made her happy I have a special place in my heart for you prayers to your family till we meet again

Colleen Cox

June 30, 2013

Adam Krebs

Adam Krebs

June 30, 2013

Rip my love!!! You will never be forgotten!!

amy kraft

June 30, 2013

We are praying for your family through this difficult time.Our daughter Angel knew Colton
since 6th grade and allthough
they didnt agrée on everything
and see eye to eye on everything she never
stop loving him as her Best Friend hé was a very nice young man and will be missed

Mr & Mrs. Lopes & Family

June 30, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Colton was taken too soon and will be missed by everyone he knew. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

Teri Dine-Edwards

June 30, 2013

barb labounty

June 30, 2013

Even though Colton and I didn't talk very much he was such a nice person. You could usually count on him to be there when you needed him to be he was a great friend. I'm sorry this has happened and sorry for the loss. Everyone keep your heads up. R.I.P Colton you'll be missed dearly.

Jessica Baughman

June 30, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers. R.I.P Colton youll be missed

Jess Baughman

June 30, 2013

RIP Colton. You will be truly missed.

Micaela Hoffman

June 30, 2013

Heidi
I never met any of your childern, but, I know Cole was a wonderful son. He will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. G-d Bless.

Judy & Don Klovensky

June 30, 2013

Dear Doug & Heidi,
We are so sorry for the loss of your son. May God comfort your family through this time.
Fred & Beth Baker and Family

Fred & Beth Baker

June 30, 2013

You will be missed dearly. Wish you hadn't gone so soon! Fly high.

Roberta V

June 30, 2013

I didn't know Colton but he did attend school with my sons and I am very sorry to hear of his passing. I cannot imagine losing a child, my heart hurts for you and your family.

Bobbie Beamer

June 30, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.love you.

Mary Swords

June 30, 2013

May you find Eternal Peace.

June 30, 2013

In our prayers and hearts forever..

Sherry & family

June 30, 2013

Doug,Heidi,Kieri,Kaden
Greg and I are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. I cannot imagine what you are going through just know that you have such a great family to help you through this.

Greg and Lori Whitecomb

June 30, 2013

Caden and family, we are so sorry for your lose. Our thoughts are with you in this difficult time. Cory Geiselman, Brad Geiselman

June 30, 2013

Heidi and your entire family; Peter and I are sending our love and support to you from San Diego, CA! My mom, Jane also sends her condolences and know that Jane is in York and is there for all of you. Heidi know that I think of you daily and now your entire family is deeply engraved due to this loss. Cole was a bright person and although I only got to know him virtually, he was a great kid! We love you!!

Erich & Peter Henry-Keefer

June 30, 2013

<3

June 30, 2013

Thoughts an prayers to you an all your family, Crystal an Mark Jesmer

Mark Jesmer

June 30, 2013

Heidi, Doug, Kieri, Caden - we are thinking of you and holding you close during this difficult time. Love ya, Karen & Walt Pinca

June 29, 2013

You always knew how to light up a room! I will miss your smile and laugh the most. Life will never be the same without you Cole. My thoughts and prayers are with my second family. I love you guys, always.

Jess Kreiger

June 29, 2013

Heidi, Doug and family~

I am so sorry for your loss. Please enjoy every memory and all the love you shared. Thinking of you!! Xoxo

Donna Burns

June 29, 2013

To the family of Colton,

Colton and my son Quaadir were very good friends since 3rd grade spending the night at each others home. Although they grew apart in high school hanging with different groups they remained friends and this hurt my son badly. When I think of Colton I don't see the 17yr old, I see the cute 3rd grader with the round chubby face and I can't hold back the tears. Your family is in my prayers. Remember weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. God Bless.

Ania Otto

June 29, 2013

Doug and Anna and family
My heart goes out to you. I know there are no words that can ease your pain. May God help you through this extremely painfull time. If you need to talk you can call me anytime day or night no matter how late. My number is 764-4052. God be with you all, my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Margie Lomenzo

June 29, 2013

Heidi, Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Bobbie Sawyer

June 29, 2013

As his teacher I will miss his intelligence and humor, as a mother, I grieve and pray for your family.

Melody Reed

June 29, 2013

To the Krout family....we were so sad to hear about Colt. Know that we hold all of you in our thoughts and prayers. He will be missed by everyone. Todd and karen Hoover.

June 29, 2013

There are no words... So sorry... Prayers for your family

Jenn Heikes

June 29, 2013

Heidi I'm so very sorry to hear about your son. Thinking of you.

Tracie Newnam

June 29, 2013

My beautiful baby boy. My angel. I love you to the moon and back forever.

Mommy Krout

June 29, 2013

Doug,Heidi,and family,

I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Crystal Pearson Smith

June 29, 2013

So very sorry for your loss,I just don't have the words for you.

michael ness

June 29, 2013

Colton was such a genuinely kind kid, and he will be greatly missed by everyone who had the honor of knowing him. Our prayers are with you.

Jamie Brandstadter

June 29, 2013

Doug and Family:
Our sincere sympathies on the loss of your son, Colton. God is with him now and for always. Our sympathies also to your mom and dad, Anna and Lonnie.
Maryann and Ben Segerberg
Jacksboro, TN (formerly Dover)

June 29, 2013

too young

June 29, 2013

Prayers for the Krout family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss Doug.

Pattie Crider

June 29, 2013

Heidi and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carla Why

June 29, 2013

Doug, Heidi, Caden, and Kieri please know that Colton knew how much he was loved. He will be missed. I will remember him as a quiet,kind young man. He seemed to always enjoy being around and family. Thoughts and Prayers to you and your family.

Sharon Hess

June 29, 2013

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Leslie Forbes

June 29, 2013

Doug, Heidi, Kieri, Caden, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We're so sorry to hear about Cole. We love you all so much & are here for anything you need. RIP Cole <3 Sending all our love <3

Kyle, Sam & Jayden Hess

June 29, 2013

Heidi & Family-
Hoping that the love of family and friends surrounds all of you and helps you through such a difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Karen Comery

June 29, 2013

Anna.my heart goes out to you and your family. God bless all of you. I will be praying for you.

treva burdge

June 29, 2013

Prayers for the Krout family! No words could begin to relieve your pain, just know God is with you in this trying time!

Lynda Biden

June 29, 2013

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