One person disappearing without a trace is mystery enough. We have gone in wells, dug up areas, we have used ground-penetrating equipment looking for bodies, Page told The Washington Post. To name a few: robbery gone wrong; their car plunged into a body of water; drug deal gone wrong; someone killed them out of jealousy; they stumbled onto something criminal and were silenced; killed by local chop shop thugs for Foster's sporty car; one was the target, the other killed just for being present; they simply ran off together. When it was pulled from the river, human remains were found inside it and in February they were identified as Erin and Jeremy's. Try again later. Foster was seen by her brother Will the same evening. The last person to see the teenagers was Foster's brother, Will. After 21 years, 7 months and 27 days, Jeremy's remains, along with those of Erin Foster (Find A Grave memorial #234635476) were recovered from a submerged vehicle and identified on December 1, 2021. Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. Include your loved one's complete obituary on Legacy for just $10. ul.searchbrowse li a:hover {color:#676767; border-bottom: 1px dotted #676767}, Photos: 37th Tennessee Homecoming brings history to life, Photos: Hurricane Matthew evacuees find shelter in Knoxville, Photos: Church Street United Methodist celebrates bicentennial, Photos: school coupon book kick off celebration, Photos: Bristol in anticipation for Battle at Bristol, Photos: Olive Garden provides meal for West Hills Fire Station No. I am just now getting around to wishing you a happy birthday but it's not because I didn't think about you that day. Now we just have to deal with losing this glimmer of hope we had that they may have been alive somewhere, Now, were sure that theyre not, Cecil said. JEREMY BECHTEL OBITUARY Jeremy Bechtel's passing on Monday, April 3, 2000 has been publicly announced by Oak Lawn Funeral H-Cremation Cntr-Meml Cemetery in Sparta, TN. It was the last anyone ever saw either of them. Closer to home, authorities have periodically dug up wells in White County. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. For kids like that to stay gone this long and not contact any of their family or friends, that's enough to make you think something is wrong, he said. "I need that closure.". Sep 17, 2018 at 12:00 pm by Try again. Bay City, MI Jerome (Jerry) Joyce Bechtel was born in Unionville, MI on December 19, 1936 to the late Thomas J. and Elverna E. (Gall) Bechtel. "You can point to literally any scenario as to what happened that last night, and I cannot prove that any are right or wrong. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. (17 years old). This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. It just shattered my heart again. Foster's parents said they held off holding a funeral for her when she went missing in the hopes that she may have still been alive. Updated 9 times since October 12, 2004. To use this feature, use a newer browser. He has cooperated with us every time and in every way. Their bodies were found in Foster's vehicle in 2021 by Jeremy Sides, a volunteer civilian cold-case investigator and YouTuber. Middle Tennessee Mysteries is dedicated to shining a light on cold cases, unsolved murders and missing people in Tennessee. I don't believe they got out of White County that night, she said. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. It was a busy day at work and then I came home to my family. YouTuber Jeremy Beau Sides, who creates videos where he uses sonar technology and dives underwater to track down evidence in missing persons cases, shot a video on Nov. 24 showing his discovery. We have set your language to Oops, we were unable to send the email. Search above to list available cemeteries. Jeremy loved music, and he enjoyed playing sports in school. Anyone with information on the case can contact Isom at 931-836-2700; or by email at chris_isom@hotmail.com. Would you like to offer Jeremy Lee Bechtels loved ones a condolence message? Isom said a routine review of the case with the 13th District Attorney General's office is scheduled for this month, but that there are no suspects and no solution in sight. "Both of them worked, and neither picked up their last paychecks. Isom said Erin's ex-boyfriend is a person of interest in the case, but he has cooperated with investigators including passing a polygraph test. He was last seen wearing a dark T-shirt or a plaid shirt, baggy blue jeans, white Fila sneakers and a blue baseball cap or a green Army cap. ul.searchbrowse {font-family:'Myriad W01 Regular', sans-serif; color: #676767; margin:0; text-transform: capitalize;} [5][3], Jeremy Sides, from Acworth, Georgia, broadcasts his efforts to solve missing people cold cases on a YouTube channel. #searchlist h2 a {color:#222; text-decoration:none; } Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Anyone with information on the case can contact Isom at 931-836-2700; or by email at chris_isom@hotmail.com. Oops, something didn't work. "Just a few months back, we dug up another well," Isom said in 2012. He was born November 7, 1982 in Smithville, Tennessee to Ronnie Lee Bechtel and to the late Rhonda England Bechtel Ledbetter. Every lead we get, it seems like it becomes smoke that you can't hold in your hand. "How many young blond girls do you think there are in Florida?" The families were heartbroken when they received the news, and Bechtel's father, Ronnie, told the Post that it was like losing his son all over again. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. Jeremy Lee Bechtel RESOLVED Jeremy, circa 2000 Missing Since 04/03/2000 Missing From Sparta, Tennessee Classification Endangered Missing Sex Male Race White Age 17 years old Distinguishing Characteristics Caucasian male. The Charley Project is NOT a registered non-profit organization and any donations will NOT be tax-deductible. We do run into this from time to time. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic, Oak Lawn Funeral Home-Cremation Center and Memorial Cemetery. In the same article, Isom said it's odd for missing people, especially teens, to be gone nearly 20 years with no contact with their friends and family. Jeremy Bechtel's passing on Monday, April 3, 2000 has been publicly announced by Oak Lawn Funeral H-Cremation Cntr-Meml Cemetery in Sparta, TN. ul.searchbrowse li a {color:#676767; text-decoration:none; } [4] Foster was 18 at the time of her disappearance, while Bechtel was 17. There are as many theories about their disappearance as there are people in White County. The investigator said there are other persons of interest. (But) it was right under our noses the whole time. Erin Foster, 18, and Jeremy Bechtel, 17, disappeared in April of 2000, in White County. "I don't believe they got out of White County that night," she said. Jeremy loved music, and he enjoyed playing sports in school. Disappearance of Erin Foster and Jeremy Bechtel, "Case of 2 missing White Co. teens solved after more than 20 years", "Two teens went missing 21 years ago. Erin Foster, 18, and Jeremy Bechtel, 17, disappeared in April of 2000. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Make sure that the file is a photo. Leigh Ann Foster said yes. How many young blond girls do you think there are in Florida? Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Jeremy disappeared with his childhood friend Erin Foster. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. For over 20 years, no one knew what happened to Erin Foster and Jeremy Bechtel. He reached out to Sides and asked him to work with investigators, suggesting he search Calfkiller River. We are sad to announce that on April 3, 2000, at the age of 17, Jeremy Lee Bechtel (Sparta, Tennessee), born in Smithville, Tennessee passed away. [8], Both Foster and Bechtel were buried in 2022. "Rhonda (Ledbetter) does not feel like she has received the full level of cooperation from the authorities that she should have.". After Erin Foster and Jeremy Bechtel vanished in 2000, there had been no new evidence until YouTube diver Jeremy Beau Sides discovered a car belonging to one of the teens underwater in. The police reportedly followed leads that did not have a connection to Bechtel or Foster, leading to multiple dead ends. However, of Bradley, Isom added: I would not call him a suspect. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his grandparents, Clifford and Betty Bechtel and Paul and Vera England. Bechtel's mother, Rhonda Ledbetter, did give DNA. It didn't take long for him to detect a car and make a dive to see for himself. Burial will follow in Skurlock Cemetery. Isom said there is a lot of conflicting information about several matters ? 0 cemeteries found in Quebeck, White County, Tennessee, USA. Jeremy Lee Bechtel, age 17 at the time he went missing on April 3, 2000, was found on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 in Sparta, Tennessee. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. "We've explored all the well avenues that we know of, unless some more information is developed. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. We had several people ID her photo, and one of them was a retired police officer, Isom said. [2], Foster and Bechtel attended a party that night but returned to Foster's parents' home before leaving again. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. Email us at exclusive@the-sun.com or call 212 416 4552. like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheSunUS and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunUS, Dances with Wolves actor pleads not guilty in 'sex cult' case, Star singer La Tigresa dies from a heart attack at 89 after storied career, TikTok star, 28, is charged with child abuse after 'attack on boyfriend', Rape survivor slams Gabby Petito Utah cop over handling of her case, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Jeremy Bechtel and Erin Foster may have been found after two decades, Credit: Facebook/Justice for Jeremy Bechtel and Erin Foster, Jeremy Sides discovered the teens' car with scan-sonar technology. Donations are accepted but not expected; the site remains free-access to all. In the beginning, investigators thought the pair ran away together but the years since have made this theory less likely. He. And none of their personal belongings are missing.". Try again later. And none of their personal belongings are missing, except what they had with them, Ledbetter said. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. [4] He called White County Sheriff Steve Page to report his discovery and to confirm that it was Foster's car with two human remains found inside. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Later. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. February 28th, 2019 would have been Erin's 37th birthday. By most accounts, Erin Foster, 18, and Jeremy Bechtel, 17, were childhood friends. The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. Add a photo or a video There is no photo or video of Jeremy Lee Bechtel. Add to your scrapbook. Closer to home, authorities have periodically dug up wells in White County. Mr. Bechtel, 57, said his son was a well-mannered teenager who loved rap music and "had a kind soul and a big heart." Jeremy's mother, Rhonda Ledbetter, died three years ago from cancer. Jeremy Sides is a crime-solving YouTuber from Atlanta, Georgia who specializes in solving cold cases using advanced sonar technology. Jeremy called his father, Ronnie Bechtel, to tell him he was with Erin and some other friends. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Humor, Satire, Parody and Writing from Emily Morehead, White County Sheriff's Office
White County teenagers Erin Foster and Jeremy Bechtel should have come home the night of April 3, 2000, but they disappeared, along with Erin's prized two-door 1998 Pontiac Grand Am. Since Erin and Jeremy disappeared, White County Sheriff's investigators have run down leads across the Southeast and dug up wells across the county, according to WSMV. White County Sheriff Steve Page said he saw the video and realized that Sides was using a scan-sonar technology their department didn't have access to. They went missing on April 3, 2000 in Sparta, Tennessee, and were last seen in Foster's 1998 Pontiac Grand Am.. A system error has occurred. Verify and try again. #searchbrowse-left {width:45%; float:left; margin: 0 2%; background: transparent;} Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Oak Lawn Funeral Home with Dwight Fuqua officiating. Editor's note: This story, pulled from our archives, was originally published onJan 15, 2012. Jeremy Lee Bechtel, age 17 at the time he went missing on April 3, 2000, was found on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 in Sparta, Tennessee. JERRY BECHTEL OBITUARY Bechtel, Jerry J. Legacy.com reports daily on death announcements in local communities nationwide. Jeremy Bechtel, 17, and Erin Foster, 18, disappeared without a trace on April 3, 2000, in White County, Tennessee. The jealousy theory hangs on the culpability of Erin's ex-boyfriend. [4] The license plate was confirmed to be that of Foster's Grand Am. "We had several people ID her photo, and one of them was a retired police officer," Isom said. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Last updated February 15, 2022; case resolved. The theories were finally silenced earlier this month when Jeremy Sides, a scuba-diving YouTuber who solves cold cases, called White County Sheriff Steve Page to report that, after diving in a. based on information from your browser. Resend Activation Email. #searchlist h2 {font-family:'Myriad W01 SmBd', sans-serif; color: #616161; font-size: 0.81255em; /* 13/16 */ line-height: 1.1em; text-transform: uppercase;} When two vanish together, the case can be more than twice as difficult. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. "I need that closure.". You can always change this later in your Account settings. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. #searchlist {width:100%; border-bottom: 2px #e5e5e5 solid; margin: 3% 0 5% 0;} Over the years there were many rumors and false leads about the two. There was an error deleting this problem. Isom said there is a lot of conflicting information about several matters including whether Bechtel and Foster were a romantic couple, casually dating, or just close friends as they had been for several years. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Missing from Sparta, Tn since 4/3/2000 Erin Foster & Jeremy Bechtel. No specific tip has led to them, but investigators followed a reported sighting of Erin in 2005 and 2006 in Pensacola, Florida. Janet Barsch (Bechtel) nee SidoffJanet A. Barsch (Bechtel) nee Sidoff, age 85, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 5, 2021, in Waukesha, WI. You have funeral questions, we have answers. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Learn more about managing a memorial . The White County Sheriff's Office continues to do periodic reviews of the case. This browser does not support getting your location. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. On April 3, 2000, Jeremy Bechtel, 17, and Erin Foster, 18, both of Sparta, attended a party. GREAT NEWS! Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Oak Lawn Funeral Home with Dwight Fuqua officiating. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/235383836/jeremy-lee-bechtel. April 3, 2000 Weve updated the security on the site. "This is a case with two victims and many possibilities, but no crime scene and no forensic evidence," White County Sheriff's Office Detective Chris Isom said in an interview with the Knox News-Sentinel. And he said he is inclined to believe the sighting of Foster in Florida was accurate. The investigator said there are other persons of interest. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Isom said there is one witness who said she is certain she saw Foster without Bechtel late on the night they disappeared. Jeremy was also very well-liked. Oak Lawn Funeral H-Cremation Cntr-Meml Cemetery. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Jeremy Lee Bechtel I found on Findagrave.com. Stephen D. Bechtel Jr., who took over his family's global engineering and construction company, elevating its already formidable reputation and transforming what had been a . Please try again later. Erin went to a party at a friend's house where she saw Jeremy. She was last seen wearing long pants, sandals and three sets of earrings. Later that night, around 10 p.m., they were seen together in her car, a sporty black Pontiac Grand Am. If anybody knows anything at all, please, please call, said Leigh Ann Foster said in a 2002 interview with SpartaLive.com. The friends were last seen in Foster's car at about 10pm on April 3, 2000, but investigators were never able to crack the case. Neither families have heard from them, there has been no activity on either of their Social Security numbers, and Erin's driver's license has never been renewed. Investigators believe they accidentally drove off the road into the river. 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