In a heartbreaking turn of events, what should have been a time of joy and celebration for “American Pickers” star Danielle Colby was overshadowed by a deep personal loss.
Just days after exchanging vows with longtime partner Jeremy Scheuch in a glamorous ceremony in Puerto Rico that looked straight out of a fairy tale, Danielle took to social media with heartbreaking news.
While the newlyweds should have been basking in post-wedding bliss, they instead found themselves mourning the sudden death of Jeremy’s beloved father, “Papa John,” a man who had been an irreplaceable figure in their lives.
Days after her ideal wedding to Kevin Scheuch, “American Pickers” star Danielle Colby lost a close friend or relative.
In a ceremony straight out of a fairy tale, a famous History Channel character got married in Puerto Rico this week.
Danielle, 48, broke the news of her father-in-law’s death in a heartbreaking Facebook post on Tuesday.
She sent “Papa John”, the father of her new husband Jeremy, a photo of herself.
When the photo was taken, the TV personality and her lover were sitting on the porch with their small dog in their arms.
Sitting next to them were Danielle, her husband, his mother, and his father John. They died shortly after their marriage.
“Dad John, you fought all your life and did miracles for the most vulnerable children in your community,” she said in a long letter to her father.
“When I first met you, you and your elves made the dream of a little girl with cancer come true by turning an airplane hangar into the North Pole. After talking with you, she felt satisfied, relaxed, and optimistic. Similar to the one you provided us with.”
“You were always there for me and you believed in me even when I didn’t. I believe in myself too. When others may not have seen my positive side, you did. She said, “You held me gently in your heart and let me open up to you.”
“We all know it takes me a while. Danielle replied, “You came out of nowhere to be with us and let us into your home when we needed your magic to get us through the hard times.”
“You always loved hard and cared a lot. As a child, I did not attach much importance to Christmas or other holidays. Thanks to you, I understood them more deeply. You never bought anything for yourself during this time. Instead, you offered them the opportunity to gain from your compassion, acceptance, and love.
I finally told you how I really felt after years of keeping it to myself. Spending time with you, your family and your son Jeremy is one of my favorite things. Jeremy is similar to you in many ways.
“That made me really happy. It was hard to make this wedding happen without your presence. We often cried when little things came to your mind.”
“Little magical moments that we never experienced before, but suddenly the whole week of our wedding was filled with this inexplicable magic around us and the people who came with us and the love we have for each other.”
Even when you tried to get treatment in another country, you were always by our side.
Every sunrise and sunset was there for you to see. For every celebration and hug. I feel you everywhere, even when you’re not here with me.
Everywhere. She concluded by saying, “Now rest.”
JEREMY’S WRITING
In honor of the person he lost, Danielle’s husband Bryan also posted a photo of himself as a young man.
The American Pickers star’s husband was a young boy in the vintage photo, which was taken in the front yard with a much younger father, John.
The retired artist looked like a small child in the photo. He wore a small red jacket to keep warm.
“That was my dad. Hi John Scheuchi. He died on February 19, 2024, he was born on June 28, 1953. “Dear Dad, you were the best person I could look up to.” Jeremy added: “When I’m sad I have to write,” under his photo.
He wrote: “I don’t even know what to say right now.” above this passage. Regardless, I’m thankful to have the best woman by my side.
The following is a letter Danielle wrote to her husband: “My heart aches for you and your family right now.” When people needed him most, he fulfilled their hopes.
“He taught me a lot about showing kindness and making space for others. “I feel him everywhere, but most when I’m with you.”
“Thank you for bringing Daddy John into my life and into my children’s lives,” she replied.
Over the weekend, Danielle and Jeremy got married in Puerto Rico. They were together for six years and engaged for almost four years.
In the midst of what should be a joyful season, Danielle Colby and her husband Jeremy face an unexpected wave of grief after the loss of a deeply loved family member. Papa John’s influence and warmth were clearly etched into their lives and his absence is deeply felt. As they navigated this mix of celebration and grief, the couple expressed their deep gratitude for the memories and values ​​he shared with them. His spirit remains a guiding light as Danielle and Jeremy look forward, forever changed by his legacy of kindness, generosity, and love.