The social media and travel community are rallying around Disney influencer and travel agent Keeley Whitcomb after she shared the devastating news that her two children were killed in a tragic car accident on September 15, 2025, near Hastings, Nebraska. Keeley’s husband, Blake Whitcomb, remains in intensive care as the family faces an unimaginable loss.
Keeley, who built a devoted following through her cheerful Disney travel content with Dreams Travel Consulting, turned to TikTok to break the heartbreaking news. Over a photo of herself, she wrote:
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“To my friends who follow me: yesterday was the worst day of my life. An accident has taken my two children from me, and put my husband in the intensive care unit. Consider me out of the Disney office.”
According to reports from NTV News and KLKN-TV, the crash occurred at an uncontrolled rural intersection in Adams County. A pickup truck driven by Blake collided with a farm silage truck operated by 66-year-old Dale Feik. Both men were transported to Mary Lanning Memorial Hospital, where Blake was admitted to intensive care.
Tragically, the couple’s two young passengers — Laynee Rae, 10, and Ryder, 7 — were pronounced dead at the scene.
In the days following the accident, Keeley posted moving tributes online. For Laynee Rae, she shared a photo series with the words: “10 years was not long enough for me. Forever on my mind, my Laynee Rae. 9/15/2025.”
For Ryder, her stepson, she reflected on the bond they shared: “Once upon a time, I met a boy. I fell in love with him the moment I met him… Being a step-parent is a whole different kind of love. 9/15/2025.”
Keeley’s openness about her grief struck a chord with thousands of followers, who offered condolences, prayers, and heartfelt messages.
Family members have also spoken out. Ryder’s grandmother, Cheryl Gardner, posted photos of her grandson, writing: “Yesterday, Heaven got a new angel. Fly high Ryder and thank you for blessing me, if only for a short time. God has bigger plans for you, my little buddy.”
The tragedy has rippled through both the Nebraska community and Keeley’s online audience. Known for her warmth, creativity, and love of Disney, Keeley has inspired many — and now those same people are sending comfort and strength in her darkest moment.
As investigators continue to review the accident, friends, relatives, and supporters are standing with Keeley and Blake. Plans for memorial services have yet to be announced, but tributes to Laynee Rae and Ryder continue to pour in, honoring two bright young lives gone far too soon.
For now, Keeley’s focus is on remembering her children and supporting her husband as he recovers, holding tight to the love and memories that will endure forever.