Family, friends step up with support after tragic drowning

Mahogany residents came together to honor the memory of two men who tragically drowned in the lake on Wednesday. The community placed flowers near the lake as a tribute to the lives lost.

One of the men, Caelan Escalante, was identified as one of the victims. Family and friends have rallied around his loved ones, raising over $26,000 in a GoFundMe fundraiser to support them during this difficult time. Escalante, only 20 years old, was described as a true leader who touched the lives of everyone he knew.

The second man, a member of the Calgary First Assembly Church alongside Escalante, has not been publicly identified. Both men were well-loved members of their church community, with Escalante being involved in various activities and ministries.

Videos shared on social media show Escalante as a talented musician, often singing with joy and passion. His friends and family remember him as a fun and creative individual who deeply cared about investing in the next generation.

Plans are being made for a memorial service at McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes to celebrate Escalante’s life and legacy. The loss of these two young men has deeply impacted the Mahogany community, leaving a void that can never be filled.

As the community mourns the loss of these two individuals, they come together to support one another and remember the impact that Escalante and his companion had on those around them. The flowers placed near the lake serve as a poignant reminder of the lives lost, but also as a symbol of unity and strength in the face of tragedy.