CHINA, Maine — Authorities recovered the body of a local man Tuesday after he was reported missing Monday.
The Maine Warden Service recovered the body of Tye Feihel, 43, from 27 feet of water in China Lake at noon Tuesday, Cpl.John MacDonald said in a released statement. The man was reported missing Monday after going for a swim at 3 p.m., the corporal said.
MacDonald said that while Feihel was performing a familiar swim, this was his first outing of the year.
Feihel typically began his swim at his residence on Lakeview Drive and followed the shoreline to the landing at Lakeside Country Store in town, where his mother would pick him up, according to MacDonald.
Feihel had autism and schizophrenia but was not on medication, the corporal said.
Game wardens, the Maine Warden Service Dive Team, Warden Service aircrafts and watercrafts, along with China Fire and Rescue and the China Police Department teamed up for the search, MacDonald said.
The case remains under investigation.
Very sad outcome, RIP
Prayers for his loved ones. A tragic story for sure. :(
Love, hugs and prayers going out to the family and friends. I’m so sorry for your loss.
What a hard life he’s lived, I hope he rests in peace.
My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
Condolences to the family and friends of Tye….
My condolences to this family.
How sad. My sympathies to his friends and family
Very sad indeed.
I grew up playing with Tye in the summers, as my grandparents lived in the house next door. I have such fond memories of racing off the dock with him – he never got tired out and was always faster. In later years I remember how well he cared for the properties along the water front near his home – you couldn’t have asked – nor paid – for a more dedicated caretaker.
I was absolutely shocked to hear this tragic news and still can hardly believe it. He was such a kind and spirited person, and a real attribute to the community. My condolences go out to his family. He will be deeply and sorely missed.