Karl W. Schmidt at Lake Michigan

Karl W. Schmidt was 60 years old when he was drowned in Lake Michigan. He was enjoying himself with family over the holiday weekend when the tragedy happens. His 9-year-old grandson was struck into the water. Schmidt was able to pull the child to the shore, but in that effort, he lost his energy and went inside the water. Bystanders began frantic research and found his body about 200 yards away from the shore. His all family members were watching desperately as bystanders performed CPR until the first respondent arrive. He was later pronounced dead.

Link to his story: https://www.ishn.com/articles/94438-water-safety-public-education-is-needed