Amy Jordan<\/strong>, the company\u2019s owner. Jessica is the regional manager of the California branch of the pilates studio<\/p>\n\u201cWe are deeply saddened by the tragic plane accident on January 4, 2024, which took the lives of our beloved family members,\u201d the statement began. \u201cOur daughters, Madita (12), and Annik (10), along with their father Christian, were returning from a holiday in the Caribbean when the single-engine plane they were traveling in experienced engine trouble and fell into the ocean. Unfortunately, all four passengers on the small aircraft did not survive.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cMadita, a vibrant 7th-grade student at Louis Armstrong Middle School, was known for her lively spirit and excelled in academics, dance, singing, and performances,\u201d the statement continued. \u201cAnnik, a 4th-grade student at Wonderland Ave Elementary School, was recognized for her gentle yet strong demeanor. She was always the first to offer a kind word or a comforting hug. Her passions included basketball, swimming, and various forms of art.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThe deep bond, infectious laughter, and adventurous spirit shared by Madita and Annik will be profoundly missed in their communities. Their devoted mother, Jessica Klepser in LA, survives the girls. They also leave behind their grandparents, several aunts, uncles, and cousins in Germany.\u201d<\/p>\n
The post added, \u201cChristian, an actor in Europe and the US, and a real estate agent with a broad network of close friends worldwide, is survived by Jessica, his parents and sister in Germany. His loss will be deeply felt by all who knew him. Please honor the family\u2019s request for privacy at this difficult time.\u201d<\/p>\n
A GoFundMe<\/a> page has been set up for the family to help cover the \u201ccost of returning Christian and the girls home, funeral and memorial services, legal expenses, and will go a long way in support of Jessica and the extended family during this terribly difficult time.\u201d<\/p>\nOur continued thoughts are with everyone who knew and loved Christian<\/strong>, Madita<\/strong>, and Annik<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n