A restoration effort for Lotus percussionist Chuck Morris and his son Charley is presently underway in Fayatteville, Ark.
As first reported by Arkansas’s native 4029 Information, Morris — percussionist for longstanding stay digital band Lotus — and his 20-year-old son have been reported lacking final Thursday after embarking on a kayaking journey on Beaver Lake, a artifical reservoir within the Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas.
In an replace posted Tuesday (March 21), the band introduced that the seek for the pair has now shifted to a restoration effort.
“We have been all hoping for a miracle, however at this level, the seek for Chuck and Charley has moved to a restoration,” the put up states. “With assist from the K9 crew, there’s a possible location on the lake, however logistical challenges together with temperature, climate, and depth have prevented a restoration to date. It’s unknown how lengthy these efforts could take. Whereas we’re deeply grieving, we plan to rejoice Chuck and Charley’s lives, our reminiscences with them, and what they meant to so many individuals.”
After forming within the late ’90s, Lotus turned a favourite on the North American jam and digital circuits, enjoying golf equipment exhibits and festivals together with Camp Bisco, Gem & Jam and Okeechobee, together with main venues together with Colorado’s Purple Rocks Amphitheatre and Terminal 5 in New York Metropolis.
The band has already toured extensively in 2023, with further membership and competition dates on the calendar via September. It’s presently unclear whether or not Lotus will play these exhibits.
A GoFundMe set as much as profit Morris’ household has presently raised greater than $86,000.
“Please know the way grateful our household is for all of the outpouring of assist,” Morris’ spouse, Jenny Thompson, wrote in an replace posted Monday. “Chuck completely loves the Lotus household and followers and was so impressed after coming dwelling from this final tour. You make his life so significant and we’re grateful for that. Please proceed to carry my pretty husband and son in your hearts and prayers.”
