Luverne is grieving the loss of Colton Arends, a 29-year-old father whose life ended far too soon. Colton died by suicide on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at his home. The news has settled heavily over this small community, where he was known not for noise or flash, but for warmth, kindness, and a steady love for his family.
To those closest to him, Colton was first and always a dad. Friends say his children were the center of his world. He showed up. He cared deeply. He carried himself with a quiet sense of responsibility that made people trust him and feel safe around him.
Family members describe him as loving and thoughtful, someone who gave more than he asked for. Neighbors remember his easy smile and the way he made time for people, even on hard days. In Luverne, those small gestures mattered. They still do.
While funeral arrangements have not yet been announced, the family plans to share a tribute slideshow and a life history in the coming days. It will be a space for stories, photos, and moments that capture who Colton was beyond this tragic ending. Friends and relatives are expected to gather there to honor a life that meant so much to so many.
In an obituary shared by his family, the depth of their loss is clear. They wrote that although Colton has left this world, his legacy of love remains. They described that love as a light that will continue to shine for family and friends, even in the darkest moments, held forever in memory.
Support for the family has already begun to pour in. A Meal Train organized for Anna, Knox, and their loved ones speaks to the pain they are carrying. Colton was not only a son, a brother, and a friend. He was a father, and that absence is being felt every hour. The effort is meant to ease daily burdens and remind the family they are not alone.
Community members are also being encouraged to leave messages of sympathy on Colton’s memorial page. Many have shared stories of his generosity, his patience, and the quiet way he showed love. Each message adds another thread to the picture of a man who mattered deeply.
Colton Arends’ death is a heartbreaking loss for Luverne. His memory now lives in his children, in his family, and in a community that will carry him forward with care and respect. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, help is available at any time. In the U.S., the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline can be reached by calling or texting 988.
