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Gage Todd Obituary
Gage Wayne Todd, born July 2, 1998, heartbreakingly passed away on Saturday, July 22. Gage was a resident of Lake Mary in Seminole County until the spring of this year when he and his family moved to Tallahassee.
In 2016, Gage graduated from Lake Mary High School. He completed his freshman year at Seminole State College and was preparing to start studies at Tallahassee Community College. Upon completion of his sophomore year, he intended to transfer to Florida State University, join the ROTC, and upon graduation, enlist in the United States Air Force.
Gage will be remembered as a passionate fan of the University of Alabama Crimson Tide, for his love of baseball and the outdoors, particularly fishing and hunting. He enjoyed traveling with his family and the new experiences they shared together. Gage was a kind and caring young man, with a wonderful spirit and an amazing sense of humor, he was an absolute joy to be around. He will be missed greatly by all who knew him.
Gage is survived by his mother, Elise Eslinger and step-father Don Eslinger of Tallahassee, father, Dr. Mark Todd of Sorrento, sisters Lauren Todd of Tallahassee and Rachel Colaianni of Pensacola, brothers Don and Daniel Eslinger of Jemison, Alabama, and Ryan Colaianni of Gainesville. Grandmother, Carol Todd of Lake Mary, grandfather Bill Lockaby of St. Cloud, aunt Kathleen Lacoursiere of Longwood, uncles Richard Todd of Geneva, Glen Lockaby of Orlando, Todd Lockaby of Orlando, and cousin Hunter Todd of Tallahassee.
A service celebrating Gage's life will be held on July 31st at 11am at Northland Church in Longwood, Florida. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in honor of Gage to the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches or to Camp Boggy Creek in Lake County, FL.
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Daisy Bonilla
August 2, 2017
Elise, my sincere condolences, my heart goes out to you. May God comfort and give you strength through this difficult time.
Daisy Bonilla (Alexis's Mom)
August 1, 2017
Dear Mark, Carol and Rich. I just heard of your tragic loss. Your family has meant so much to me as neighbors back in the 70s and 80s and Dr Wayne as a mentor. My heart goes out for all of you. John G Lee DDS
Ana Davidson
August 1, 2017
I first met Gage when he was 3-years-old and he was the cutest little boy, very sweet, polite and quiet. I don't know where he got the quiet from because I'm sure it wasn't from Elise. lol. God has one more angel in heaven. RIP, Gage. I love you and will never,ever forget you!
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marilyn perry
July 31, 2017
I remember Gage he worked at chick-fil-a in Lake Mary with me. He was always so nice and friendly. He will be miss by all. My prayers and thoughts are with the family at this time.
Marilyn Perry
Mary Nan Johnson
July 31, 2017
Dear Mark, Rich, and Carol, who I knew 30 years ago on Bear Gully Lake: I am so sorry for your tragic loss! My thoughts and prayers are for you as you grieve for Gage. I was not able to make it to his Service at Northland today. My sympathy to you three and to the others in Gage's family. You are surrounded by love.
Love, Mary Nan Johnson
Gage is now with my Kevin.
Kathy Lowie
July 31, 2017
No one should ever have to suffer a loss such as this! From one grieving family to another, all of our love and prayers are for your family during this very difficult unimaginable time. From The Lowie Family. XOXOXO
Stephanie Bosch
July 31, 2017
Much love and prayers during this time
Janis Saxon (Bowden)
July 30, 2017
I am so deeply sorry for your loss my condolences extend to the Todd family and the Eslinger family I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort and keep you through these difficult days, and Gage may you rest in peace, ROLL TIDE
Janis Saxon (Bowden)
July 30, 2017
RIP Gage ! No words can express the pain when you lose a child. May God bless your family during this horrific loss
Sabrina Evans
July 30, 2017
Dear Don and Elise,
Sincere condolences and prayers! May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I am so sorry!
Love, Sabrina Evans
July 29, 2017
Mark Todd and family,
We are so sorry for this terrible tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family. No words can convey our heartfelt sadness.
Ray and Joyce Halter
July 29, 2017
Lauren, Elise and Don.
We know of no words that can take away the hurt from losing such a fine young man. Gage will always be a part of our extended and Crimson family!
Bailey, Brantley, Mary and Frank Sazera
Jones
July 29, 2017
Sending my condolences to the family. May God give you strength and peace during this difficult time. (Psalm 29:11)
Stephanie Kersten
July 29, 2017
All my love prayers and hugs sent to his family and friends. My heart breaks and I pray that somewhere we can find peace and understanding. No matter what anyone may tell you and write on this wall it may not help. But knowing others care and others love Gage makes us feel a little better. All my love.
Kellie Coley & Tommy Rutherford
July 28, 2017
We didn't know Gage but we grew with Todd Lockaby and family is family! So sorry for your loss in our thoughts and prayers!
Marcy, Jim, James and Jared Weed
July 28, 2017
May the LORD wrap his loving arms around your family to help comfort you during this very difficult time. And we pray that somehow you can find some solace knowing How much Gage was loved by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Bill Winters
July 28, 2017
We are saddened to hear of your family's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Central Floridians are morning your loss and pray your family will find comfort knowing we share your pain. God Bless your family.
Sandy Koffinas
July 28, 2017
There are no words to speak at the loss of a beautiful child but know we love you guys and will be praying for your comfort at a time like this
Marcella and Max Campbell
July 28, 2017
We got to know Gage through our Granddaughter, Brigitte. We loved having him in our home. He was always a gentleman. The interaction He had with younger kids was amazing. He seemed to consider what they had to say as important as others much older.
He will be missed.
July 28, 2017
We didn't know Gage personally, but we know and have a great deal of admiration and respect for Sheriff Eslinger. It is such a devastating loss to outlive your children. We send love and prayers to you, Elise, and your entire family. Wouldn't begin to say we know how you feel, but we can say we know that it's hard. Find a way to always bring up and remember the good times.
Sincerely,
Bill, Mary Lou, & Sean Jones
Healdsburg, CA
July 28, 2017
Elise and family,
There is nothing I can say to take away your pain. Just know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chuck Mendenhall
Elizabeth Torres
July 28, 2017
I had the privilege to be his nanny for some time he was the most beautiful a good Baby I thanks God for let me be in is life love you forever RIP sweet Angel . Elizabeth (nanny)
Olive Bryanton
July 28, 2017
My sincere condolences to Elise, Don and family. Such a loss to the world may his new journey be fulfilling for him. Bless you all Love and Hugs Olive
Roger Griswold
July 28, 2017
Don and Elise, you all remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Roger and Gina Kaye
Karen & Bob Smith
July 28, 2017
Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you Don, Elise and family.
July 28, 2017
Our love and prayers for the loss of your beloved son and brother.
Your in our hearts of prayers.
The Ottis
Ken
Kim
Kelsey
Lynn Fleming-Ivanek
July 28, 2017
My heart goes out to you. Praying for Gods love to comfort you, and give you strength and peace that passes understanding.
Nancy Lindsay
July 28, 2017
Out-living one's children is the most difficult event in the world. So sorry for your loss. It sounds like he was a wonderful young man and that the world will miss him. Sorry for your loss.
July 28, 2017
Jason Lingle, Debra, Kyle & Lauren Kelly. Sanford, Fl
Barry and Kerri Smith
July 27, 2017
With much love, thoughts, and prayers
Tom and Cindy Long
July 27, 2017
A life taken too soon
for which we can never understand.
Missing his laughter, his smile,
being able to grab and hold his hand.
Gage left an impression
on everyone he met.
From the good times
and the bad times,
he was heaven sent.
With a broken heart in pieces
You may never feel it will be whole
We pray your fond and joyous memories of Gage will heal your heart and soul.
May you Rest In Peace Gage.
Delton Chambers
July 27, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sandy Koffinas
July 26, 2017
I just am so very sorry for your family. No words can even be said right now but I hope God will comfort you and your family.
Susan Stacy
July 25, 2017
You and your family are in our daily thoughts and prayers.
sharen Crosby
July 25, 2017
external candle of LOVE....Forever
Scott and Patty Milliron
July 25, 2017
Words can't express how sorry we are for your loss. Sending love and keeping you in our prayers.
Julia, Daniel, and Billy Lockaby
July 25, 2017
We are so very sorry for your loss. Your whole family is in our thoughts and prayers!
sharen crosby
July 24, 2017
Elise, I am so so so sorry for your loss, my prays, love and Heart will always be with you and your family, LOVE YOU FOREVER
Lynn Meek
July 24, 2017
Elise and family, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son Gage! My prayers are with you and I know that he will forever be in your hearts! May you have the strength to get through the days ahead.
ann gitzke
July 24, 2017
I am so sorry that you lost Gagey at such a young age but I can assure you that you both gave him the best most special life a kid could have and you have all those memories and lots of pics...keep them close. I love you all so much and my heart aches...Gagey will never be forgotten, his charm, humor and just Gageyness will always remain....Gage was one special angel here on earth and now in heaven with his heavenly father and is watching over you. We will miss him and all the wonderful stories....I love you all. Annie G
Stacy Alligood-Palmer
July 24, 2017
Elise,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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