Tragedy struck a newlywed couple from Ohio when Nate Kuhlman lost his life in a freak waterskiing accident while on his honeymoon in St. Lucia. Nate and Mariana Kuhlman had just exchanged vows on October 28 before embarking on their dream honeymoon. However, their happiness was cut short when Nate tragically passed away just three days later. The details of the accident have not been provided, leaving the family and friends devastated and searching for answers.

Nate's mother, Heather Kuhlman, took to social media to express her grief and share her faith. In a heartfelt post on Facebook, she wrote, "We never really know when our time will come. Nate's death took all of us by surprise and just took our breath away. By God's grace, we are OK." Heather also mentioned that she flew to St. Lucia to be with her son and prayed over his body before an autopsy was conducted. Through her pain, she found solace in her belief that Nate is now in the arms of Jesus.

Nate and Mariana, originally from Los Angeles, had both studied at the Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio before moving to Florida. They were described as a loving couple deeply rooted in their faith. A GoFundMe page titled “Nate Kuhlman” was set up to assist both families with the unexpected expenses. The page speaks highly of Nate, describing him as a wonderful husband, friend, son, and brother in Christ. It highlights his ability to connect with people and his adventurous spirit. The page goes on to express the heartbreak felt by those who knew him and requests assistance for funeral costs and travel expenses for the family.

Another GoFundMe page titled “Kuhlman Family” also sought support for the grieving family. It specified that the donations would be used to cover last-minute plane tickets to and from St. Lucia, passport issuance, transportation, accommodations, meals, funeral arrangements, and supporting Mariana during this difficult time. The page also asked for prayers for the strength of both families and for God's presence to fill their hearts.

Heather shared an update on Monday, revealing that she would be returning to the U.S. with Nate's body. She requested continued prayers during this challenging journey and promised to keep everyone informed about further arrangements so that they could pray together.

This tragic incident is a reminder that life is unpredictable and fragile. The Kuhlman family is left to mourn the loss of a beloved son and husband, while the newlywed dream of a lifetime together has been tragically cut short. As the investigation into the accident continues, friends, family, and the community rally together to provide support and comfort to the grieving families.