Whats the point of saying this? They lost their son. Please keep that in mind before saying things that ultimately wont make a difference and will make them suffer more. This tragedy could have happened to anyone. It is an accident, and a young boy was lost.

Such a heartbreaking loss. My prayers and sympathy to the family of this child.

And a reminder to me...to speak with my kids yet again about never going for a swim in the Fox, or in local subdivision ponds, etc. I tell them every year and hope they remember the danger when they are older and maybe out with friends and mom is not there to watch them.

I originally posted "There are signs there for a reason, " swimming strictly prohibited" is there for a reason, not just for looks" and I accidentally deleted it-It is a sad story and It angers me as a mother of 3 to hear this, hence my comment that I strongly stand by. I could have been prevented.

I am so sorry for this family. It is every parents worst nitemare. I am so sorry.

Like those poor parents haven't gone over that a million times already and probably for the rest of their lives. I agree better off not reitterated here.

This is not an accident and anyone that even remotely thinks or suggests this tragedy is an accident is not the sharpest knife in the drawer. This is a perfect example of negligence on the parents/guardian/responsible adults end. This could have simply been prevented by the attending adults awareness of their surroundings. I weep for the child and their life being cut extremely short, but I am more angered by the stupidity surrounding this tragedy. I am a father of 2 soon to be the father of 3 in Oct and I am ALWAYS AWARE of my childrens wear abouts. This is not the first and unfortunately wont be the last that something like this will happen. I can only pray and hope this wakes up all people that have kids, but I have my doubts. Prove me wrong folks....WAKE UP!!!! This is no ones fault, but the adult that was responsible for this child on the date of the occurrence at the time of the occurrence of this tragedy.

This was absolutely an accident. No doubt, It was a poor decision to let the children in the water. Most of us parents have made a poor decision or 2 and fortunately most of the time those poor decisions don't result in tragedy. It was a large family gathering and lots of adults were present, but it only takes being distracted for a second for bad things to happen. I happened to be at the park that night and witnessed the frantic 911 call and the rescue efforts. If you had heard that mothers gut wrenching cry as they pulled her son from the water, perhaps you would show a little more compassion. I pray that the family can find some sort of peace as they try to move forward with their lives.

The mean comment was removed. :)

Oh, never mind. Its back. I just dont understand the point of adding salt to someones wound. It is a tragedy. The parents and family members are probably dealing with a lot worse then someone who doesnt know them and wasnt there could ever throw at them. As a parent myself, who will probably make a mistake or two, I pray this never happens to another family, and this family finds peace.

Everyone has a right to their say...sad that a child lost his life, but it was the adult's fault, that is certain - you have to watch your kids - always - stuff happens to the most diligent of parents...sad lesson - I just hope, society being what it is, that they don't sue the park district and accept the responsibility of their own negligence...everyone wants to blame the one with the deepest pockets...pay attention people - if you have small children, parks on the water aren't the place to go...nobody is wanting to rub salt on any wounds - time will tell....