Steve was my cousin, we were very close. Cant even begin to thank you enough for tireless work and dedication in finding him. I wish the ending was different but we now have answers. Cindy
My deepest condolences, sympathies and prayers for you and all of your families. I’m wondering, it was mentioned that his furbaby was also missing. Was he/she with him?
I lost my father about 20 years ago. He was working on a shrimping boat and fell off while working off the coast of Louisiana. The Coast Guard search for him but never recovered a body. His body was lost forever to the ocean. This video hits me in so many ways. Making my donation for Doug and hope he can solve more cases. God bless us all!
I’m sorry for your loss many of my former shipmates have been lost aT sea most were fortunate enough to be recovered. My heart always aches thinking about situations like yours
Every case has its own journey, but the goal is always the same: to bring answers to those who have spent years wondering and waiting. For Steve’s family, that wait is now over. In this final chapter, we take you through the emotional process of discovery, the recovery of Steve’s vehicle, and the heartfelt moments shared with his family. This isn’t just a resolution; it’s the beginning of healing for those left behind. Thank you all for your support!
I don’t see anyone talking about this, but it’s so awesome that the cops and investigative teams allowed you guys to do your work and don’t just say “oh hey you found the guy we will take over from here” instead they work with you on it and let you do the work that you started, so awesome! You guys are absolute heros and are absolutely inspiring. Thank you for taking the machinery and stuff you guys got and using it for incredible stuff like this!
its staged. Cops wouldnt let them do this. They have highly specialized highly trained highly paid people who come in and do this, who know what they are doing. There also should be a snake around the car to catch the fluids. You can see them all in the water. This is tampering with evidence if we didnt see a call to the sheriff or cops.
@@StormbringerMM many wways. medical emergency, they drove it in themselves (you know the word), failed electronics in car, distracted by something. The list goes on.
These guys are so bad ass! Helping people find their loved ones lost for years-they swoop in and take care of business no matter how long it takes! Thank you for your service guys!!
I was a producer and lead editor for 12 years and I just want to commend whoever building your episodes... they are seemly well thought out, clean audio, sharp cuts and edits, and cohesive. Well Done.
@@kinsin66ah, c’mon be nice. He was just complimenting Doug’s team about something he’s experienced in. It was a nice thing to do, your response wasn’t.
Can't give the truth because it would make the sheriffs office look bad. Gotta stroke their pride when the truth is they didn't do ANYTHING to find this man.
This is exactly what real men are mean to do. No politics, no fighting, and no fussing. Just coming together to do the hard stuff to help others. Good on you men for what you do. Keep up the good work and start strong for your community.
I love how you said that you figured pulling the remains from the vehicle would be terrible but it's actually peaceful. That's such a beautiful sentiment. ❤
My brother has been missing since 2007. Your guy's help with these cases and helping families of the missing is incredible. Thank You for all your hard work and what you do!
I've watched Doug since he first started with doing the rescues. I am so proud he has continued to help people find their loved ones. Thank you to Doug, Dave and everyone that made this recovery possible.
I think he started out as a tow operator helping another channel that does this. Then got trained to dive and went on his own when the other channel had issues.
I’m sitting here crying for a man I never met and his family. I’m giving thanks to God that He created you and this amazing recovery team. The respect you show for these families and their recovered loved one touches my heart. I can’t begin to imagine the heartbreak of losing a loved one and not knowing where they are for 20 years. Then the wave of emotion they are dealing with when they finally have answers. May God continue to Bless you all. May He bring some much needed relief and peace for Stevens’ family. RIP Steven 😢💔😔🙏
@@richpolecat6527 He’s your God too. He created you and cares about you. Steven drove that car over the edge and God brought him home. Everyone has a time to be born and a time to die. My heart hurts for people who don’t chose God over this world. I’ll be praying that your heart and eyes will be opened before your time comes. Good Bless you Richpolecat6527.
God bless all the people 🙏 who were Able to find him and bring his remains back to his family. Now the family can finally have closure. And they can now lay him to rest. 🙏🙏.
God bless you great Americans! This country has many Patriots and your crew is definitely on that list!! We are not as divided as the media wants to paint us... united we stand!!! God bless him and his family im happy they have their father/lo ed one home to them! May god keep him 🙏 ❤️
I joined a search and rescue organization and am training with my german shepherd to be a k9 team and a lot of the motivation came from watching Doug's video it inspired me to help people in the same way.
I tried once before, bought my puppy just before Covid, and all the puppy assessments we're canceled so was never able to fully certify me and the dog, but i didnt stop training him, so i got a awesome dog that all my little neices and nephews try and play hind and seek ang always loose haha
It is always good to see Dave and Doug working together. Doug, your work brings results and I hope you never give it up. People need what it is that you do. Dave, your friends know they can count on you. That is a quality too many men don't have. I admire and respect you both.
Doug and Heavy D. Thank you both for giving ANSWERS to this family. As to the police department you failed for 20 yrs. Give credit where credit is due. To Doug Bishop and Heavy D. Sparks for giving this family the ANSWERS to where their loved one was for the last 20years. Thank you! The production of all three videos, the filming,editing spot on. ❤
Thank you, Heavy D and your crew, Doug Bishop, LEO's, and DNR for helping with the recovery of Steven Anderson and his vehicle. May Steven rest in heavenly peace. 🕊🙏 My sincere condolences to Steven's family.
Finding the missing, gives some closure to the family who just desperately long for their loved ones. The hurt is actually relief and you are giving a family their loved one back, to properly mourn and bury. Thank you for all your hard work.
I'm so glad that you are continuing this work in spite of he who must not be named trying to hobble and silence your contributions. You and your fellow companions do a needed job that we can't do. Thank you.
Awesome job Doug! I'm amazed and proud of how far you've come since your tow truck days. Extremely proud to be a fellow Oregonian with all the good deeds you do. Keep searching, never give up!
This deeply heartbreaking and complex situation has finally reached some closure. I’m so proud to have been the stepfather to Axel, Emily, and Travis. I was married to their mother Cheryl. She loves her children with all her heart, and I’ve always admired what a wonderful, caring mother she is. During our marriage, Steven-such a loving father-wanted to meet with me just before the day he disappeared. That meeting never happened, and tragically, neither did his return. From that day on, the lives of his children were forever changed. His parents, with their unwavering hope, believed that maybe, just maybe, Steven needed time to step away and would return. He was a devoted father, the kind of dad who never missed a single game. Axel, a natural athlete with an arm that could throw a fastball so hard it stung, always had his dad there, supporting him with pride. Axel was a star on the baseball team, but he never let that define him-he was always about the team, a humble young man. And just like him, his siblings, Emily and Travis, are kind, strong, and resilient kids. The unknown surrounding Steven’s disappearance weighed so heavily on their hearts. The speculation, the endless wondering, made it even harder for his children. There were no answers, just the painful mystery of his vanishing. Life moved forward, and though I was no longer a part of their daily lives, I would check in from time to time. Looking back, I wish I had done more. I wish I had stayed more involved, but we can only learn from hindsight. When Steven’s story resurfaced, I held onto a strong hope that this time, there would be answers. I felt so reassured when I learned that Cold Case Expert Ben Pender from the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office was leading the investigation. Having worked with Ben for many years when he was a firefighter, police officer, city council member, and now one of the most highly regarded cold case detectives, I knew Steven would be found. Ben is not just incredibly skilled, but he also brings such compassion and dedication to his work. Then came Doug Bishop from the United Search Corps and the unwavering Sparks Group, who are relentless in their mission. These teams joined together, and I knew that with their combined strength, it was only a matter of time before they’d bring Steven home. The Sparks Group never eases up-they pursue their mission with incredible dedication. Trust me, I know from personal experience that Dave Sparks pushes the envelope! This was the perfect coming together of experts who worked with their hearts and minds fully committed to this task. Detective Pender leads by building a team of the best, and it didn’t matter where anyone was from-what mattered was what they could bring to help. For the Anderson family, you had the very best working tirelessly for you. Because of their incredible efforts, Steven was found. While this may bring some measure of closure, I know the emotional weight of this loss is so difficult to bear. My heart goes out to Axel, Emily, Travis, Cheryl, and the entire Anderson family. I send all my love and strength to you. I hope that as you move forward, the return of Steven will help you find peace, comfort, and a sense of healing.
@@richpolecat6527 If you watch the videos of the search (Part 2), they say Steve wanted to go to the cabin with his son, so it didn't look like he planned to commit suicide. But I guess we'll never know...
Credit where credit is due!! News channels need to get that right. Sheriff’s Office did not recover, this team did. It is utterly heartbreaking for this find. Drowning is a horrific way to die. I didn’t catch if the dog was found or not. My heartfelt condolences to the family. Not knowing is its own torture. I cannot even begin to imagine how it has been for you all. Glad you stuck with it Doug. Took a lot of work. Also the crew helping to make the recovery happen. It wasn’t easy. This family has him back and no longer lost. ❤
God Bless everyone that was involved in this cold case, it will give the family peace to know where their loved ones was & now Steve & his best friend (his Dog) can Rest In Peace 🙏🏻💞
Just sent Doug a few dollars via his link below. Thank you so much, all of you, for all you do for these families. It means the world. Blessings and much love to you all! Stay safe!
Thanks to Dave and the Sparks Family for helping Doug bring this man home to his family. These self-less humanity videos are the best, what keeps me watching.
The mental and physical strength it must take everyone involved. I love watching all of these episodes as you continuously strive to attain answers for those who need to know the truth. God bless you.
after Doug's experience with adventure's with purpose, it's good to see him doing what he is GOOD at. Doug seems like a genuine man who wants to help these families. please donate to Doug and also look into what Josh Cantu is going through and send him some support as well.
About 45 years ago my cousin and her friend went missing. It was the same timeline when Bundy was doing this thing. For months my Aunt and our family has no idea what happened to happened to them. The winter Holidays had come and gone. There were 2 hunters driving on a road in the mountains and saw a strange man throwing tires, trees and debris over a cliff. They approached him and realized he was trying to hide their bodies under trash. One hunter held him at gun point while the other went for help. I was very young, under 10 y/o but I still remember my cousin Mary. I was never told directly how they died but I believe the guy, their boss, shot them on a road trip the three were talking. A few years later my oldest sister was murdered. Her case was solved 30 years later. Then only unsolved case Woodscross Utah had at the time. Two sisters, my mom and Aunt both losing their daughters. There's never closure. That's just something ppl say when they don't know what to say. Im glad this family has their loved one "back" and start to heal a little...
I always shed tears when Doug's efforts pay off for families and loved ones finally are given the respectful resting place. I hope his dog stays with him. Hugs to Doug, the Sparks team and since condolences to the family.🕊️
This family’s deserves peace now after 20 years of loss and suffering and heartache! An this is the closer they need and countless others too! Those who are lost are never forgotten!
I remember when Doug was first learning to dive on vehicles. What a long way he has come in a short time. So many people recovered, so many relatives and friends now having answers. Thank you to everyone helping to find the missing.
Doug and his fellow recovery members that worked on funding Stephen are firstly AWESOME! But they are still so HUMBLE and KIND. I know it sounds cliche, but to be so persistent in their search but sensitive to those around them, those they are searching for and those who are needing the answers. Well done, good and faithful servants.. The world needs more leaders with "Servant" Leadership skills!
I began watching AWP when they were still just a diving channel pulling trash out the rivers. I remember when Doug was still a tow truck driver that took a liking to those guys and started helping them out. Over the last few years, Doug has evolved into a person that has truly found his calling in life, after a long and winding journey with a lot of twists and turns along the way. Unlike the guy he started out with, Doug is doing it for the right reasons, and I can't wait to see him get on his feet and get some momentum going. There are no limits to what he can do. Thank you for using your platform and resources to help Doug achieve everything he deserves.
This was unnecessary you can lift up Doug without mentioning other people and trying to throw shots. I prefer AWP I still believe in the mission for everyone. AWP is hashtag in this video, why?
Thank you to Doug, Heavy D and the rest of the crew. After what AWP did to all of you I am so happy that you are doing what you were destined to do. God bless you and keep you safe and healthy and strong.
I KNOW DONATING IS HARD AS WERE ALL STRUGGLING WITH COST. I am broke but gave $5 to Dougie. Please give anything you can afford so we can keep him searching and helping families ❤
Heartfelt thanks to Doug for never giving up and thanks to the Sparks team. So proud of your guys taking care of those in need in our community and allowing closure for Steven's family. Definitely contribute to Doug so he can continue his great mission of helping other families have closure.
I'm in New Zealand and even though I'm so far away and insignificant I felt emotionally invested in this case 😢 seeing Dave fighting back those tears hurt .
Rob you are not insignificant we all have purpose in this world some find what that is some don't but it is my belief that we are right were we are suppose to be at each moment of our life. "everyone brings joy in there life to some when we arrive and others when we leave" lol
Dave I could see in your eyes and hear In your voice how emotional you were yet you never even knew this guy, just shows what a lovely guy you are especially for a man not to hide that which a lot will do.....keep doing what you're doing, I for one admire you and the team ❤️
@traceyboutilier6713 I was kind of hoping that maybe he got out of a broken window but then again if he was always with Steven it's a bittersweet ending for both of them.
Thank you Doug, Heavy D & others!! Doug thank you for saying "it's never closure, but some questions can finally be answered." God bless the family & your TENACITY ✨♥️
Thank you. We lost a son . Blessed a farmer responding to our poster campaign found him after six days. Our hearts feel for this family. We understand.
You can see their pain in their eyes in the tears as they recovered a victim no longer lost. Credit to everyone who came together to search and bring them home. Great video again guys as he is now coming home. THANK YOU ALL.
It’s a shame too because I also followed that other channel from their beginning so I remember Doug’s beginning and he’s just really good at this yet he has the heart and soul for it also. I am surprised that he hasn’t blown up on his own yet but watching his journey he seems to help everyone around him, I wish him nothing but Godspeed and for him to fulfill his journey. It’s just such a shame the other channel and what he ended up being.
Was there any proof of the allegations? There's many examples of lives being ruined because people are so quick to believe the allegations without being presented with facts. Then later we come to find out that the allegations were false. But by that time the damage was done and like always social media has moved on to the next story.
There is absolutely no other country in the world that has people like Americans. We may do alot of things wrong but when we do things right man we do them right. God bless all you guys.
Honestly, you haven't seen much of the world, have you? You would be surprised. I do agree with you that you guys are doing lots of horrible things, but that's for another video. Doug is guy with a golden heart, he has my eternal respect.
I am always so proud of the tireless work and dignity and respect you give these cases! My sincere condolences to the family. Thanks to everyone that brought Steven home to his family!
Men's mental health is a REAL issue, and this just goes to show it always has been.... Love to his family and his Son, this is hard but not knowing is even harder.. May they start to find some peace and finally start to grieve. Thank you to all who didn't quit on this man and his family! His life and his story matters!
A skit. All the videos they make are skits If you think HeavyD is more qualified than a coast guard team you are making a huge mistake. Don't listen to the BOTs on top comment
The work that these people do is amazing and helps so very many people find their loved ones and give the families closure. Thanks to Doug Bishop and Chaos Divers, they located my cousin, William Weber, in the Mississippi River and he had been missing for almost two months. I can't imagine what this family went through with not knowing anything about him for 20 years.
BISHOP! WOW! It’s so awesome seeing you teamed up with the DIESEL BROS. Top Tier grouping here. Keep up the great work. You all have such unique skill sets and knowledge, and it’s amazing what you’ve done collectively to bring closure to this grieving family. GOD BLESS!
Doug hats off to you brother. Your perseverance is amazing. Also to the rest of everyone making this a reality hats off to you as well may this family have some closure.
Thank you Dave and all the members of HeavyDSparks, Doug Bishop, United Search Corps and everyone who was helping for bringing some closer for his family and friends to bring a love one home. Thank you all and a big respect for all of you.
An EXCELLENT video! Any vid with Doug Bishop in it (representing United Search Corps of course) is worth viewing. He is a hard, quiet worker for a good cause. As Dave says, even a dollar or two helps. Imagine if 50% if the viewers gave a dollar what an amazing boost it would give USC! But don't think 'everyone else' will donate. Do it. YOU do it.. please. A like on this case on Doug's channel, and even a thumbs up in his comments brings needed revenue to USC as well. Thank you to HeavyD, Doug Bishop and all their crew.
❤ Absolutely amazing. Doug you are a true warrior. You set your heart, mind to find these missing people, they will never be forgotten. It's amazing when people come together to make these things happen. To help the families find closure in finding their missing loved one. I'd like to thank Heady D and his crew of many, and the authorities working with Doug in order to bring Steve home to his family after 20 years.
Wow this is one of those when it grabs you and pulls you in because you are right there in the moment with all the emotions alongside those involved. Glad Doug was able to bring him home with the help of everyone.
Like you HeavyDSparks............I'm at a loss for words. Thank you and DougBishop for doing what you do and bringing closure to the family. It was a very heartfelt moment when hearing you had found his vehicle and then watching this video was just amazing. My heart goes out to you all and to the family.
Steve was my cousin, we were very close. Cant even begin to thank you enough for tireless work and dedication in finding him. I wish the ending was different but we now have answers.
Cindy
Heartfelt condolences to you and your family❤
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My deepest condolences, sympathies and prayers for you and all of your families. I’m wondering, it was mentioned that his furbaby was also missing. Was he/she with him?
My deepest condolences to you, Cindy, I pray this offers you some form of peace ❤
So sorry for your loss
I lost my father about 20 years ago. He was working on a shrimping boat and fell off while working off the coast of Louisiana. The Coast Guard search for him but never recovered a body. His body was lost forever to the ocean. This video hits me in so many ways. Making my donation for Doug and hope he can solve more cases. God bless us all!
I'm so sorry, no one should need to deal with such heavy pain
Sorry man😢
I’m sorry for your loss many of my former shipmates have been lost aT sea most were fortunate enough to be recovered. My heart always aches thinking about situations like yours
Sorry about your loss. I’m surprised Katrina didn’t wash his body up. I live on the coast. Where did he go missing? Near Chandelier Island?
So sorry for your loss. Losing your dad is the worst thing ever.
Every case has its own journey, but the goal is always the same: to bring answers to those who have spent years wondering and waiting. For Steve’s family, that wait is now over. In this final chapter, we take you through the emotional process of discovery, the recovery of Steve’s vehicle, and the heartfelt moments shared with his family. This isn’t just a resolution; it’s the beginning of healing for those left behind.
Thank you all for your support!
You are truly a Wonderful Man!
Thanks Doug Bishop 🇺🇸🙏
Thankfully there are still good people on this earth that do things like this.
Cheers Doug, from Australia 🍻🇦🇺
Mr. Bishop - you are absolutely wonderful in the work you do. I am now a Doug Bishop and United Search Corp fan. Well done, Sir.
Good job Doug!! It's Dave Mack.
Doug its great that you have someone like Dave to partner with you all make a great team
I don’t see anyone talking about this, but it’s so awesome that the cops and investigative teams allowed you guys to do your work and don’t just say “oh hey you found the guy we will take over from here” instead they work with you on it and let you do the work that you started, so awesome! You guys are absolute heros and are absolutely inspiring. Thank you for taking the machinery and stuff you guys got and using it for incredible stuff like this!
its staged. Cops wouldnt let them do this. They have highly specialized highly trained highly paid people who come in and do this, who know what they are doing. There also should be a snake around the car to catch the fluids. You can see them all in the water. This is tampering with evidence if we didnt see a call to the sheriff or cops.
Yeah like how does that happen seriously asking
@@StormbringerMM many wways. medical emergency, they drove it in themselves (you know the word), failed electronics in car, distracted by something. The list goes on.
@@StormbringerMMdrunk driving is the biggest
@@Keith_Mikell no no, I meant the authorities hand off / use of these services
These guys are so bad ass! Helping people find their loved ones lost for years-they swoop in and take care of business no matter how long it takes! Thank you for your service guys!!
I was a producer and lead editor for 12 years and I just want to commend whoever building your episodes... they are seemly well thought out, clean audio, sharp cuts and edits, and cohesive.
Well Done.
@@kinsin66ah, c’mon be nice. He was just complimenting Doug’s team about something he’s experienced in. It was a nice thing to do, your response wasn’t.
@@kinsin66Really unnecessary comment. Very negative. 👎
I agree
Very professional
Screw that local news channel giving cred to the sheriffs office rather than the youtube heros that are finding these missing people.
Mass media is the enemy of the people. It’s a tool of the state now.
I'm from here and watched the entire newscast and they did mention these guys and show footage.
I second this.
Also, 99% of the credit was knowing where to dive.
Can't give the truth because it would make the sheriffs office look bad. Gotta stroke their pride when the truth is they didn't do ANYTHING to find this man.
This is exactly what real men are mean to do. No politics, no fighting, and no fussing. Just coming together to do the hard stuff to help others. Good on you men for what you do. Keep up the good work and start strong for your community.
I love how you said that you figured pulling the remains from the vehicle would be terrible but it's actually peaceful. That's such a beautiful sentiment. ❤
SO GLAD TO SEE DOUG DOING THIS WORK STILL!!! Been wondering what happened to him!!!
My brother has been missing since 2007. Your guy's help with these cases and helping families of the missing is incredible. Thank You for all your hard work and what you do!
Good luck to finding your brother. Everyone deserves to be brought home. 🙏 ❤
I am sending you prayers. I hope you get answers about your brother ❤
Hope you find him ❤
I've watched Doug since he first started with doing the rescues. I am so proud he has continued to help people find their loved ones. Thank you to Doug, Dave and everyone that made this recovery possible.
I think he started out as a tow operator helping another channel that does this. Then got trained to dive and went on his own when the other channel had issues.
@@baddriversoflittlerock8359 he did, just didn't want to mention it
@tiffymcconkey still AWP gave him his start. that's why he is able to do what he is doing.
@patriciaperez1184 I understand that. It also means I don't have to like the owner where he started
I served 33 years of my life a first responder doing this exact task….
God bless you, brothers!
It never gets easy either
Thank you HeavyDSparks, Doug, Local Law Enforcement and others who helped bring Steve home
I’m sitting here crying for a man I never met and his family. I’m giving thanks to God that He created you and this amazing recovery team. The respect you show for these families and their recovered loved one touches my heart. I can’t begin to imagine the heartbreak of losing a loved one and not knowing where they are for 20 years. Then the wave of emotion they are dealing with when they finally have answers.
May God continue to Bless you all. May He bring some much needed relief and peace for Stevens’ family.
RIP Steven 😢💔😔🙏
Your god pushed that man over the cliff and killed him.
@@richpolecat6527 No, not true.
But he gave him a after life and he is now with god and relaxing in a world where there is no hate and harm
Me too, absolutely choked at this poignant heartfelt moment.
@@richpolecat6527 He’s your God too. He created you and cares about you. Steven drove that car over the edge and God brought him home. Everyone has a time to be born and a time to die. My heart hurts for people who don’t chose God over this world. I’ll be praying that your heart and eyes will be opened before your time comes. Good Bless you Richpolecat6527.
God bless all the people 🙏 who were
Able to find him and bring his remains back to his family. Now the family can finally have closure. And they can now lay him to rest. 🙏🙏.
God bless you great Americans! This country has many Patriots and your crew is definitely on that list!! We are not as divided as the media wants to paint us... united we stand!!! God bless him and his family im happy they have their father/lo ed one home to them! May god keep him 🙏 ❤️
You people are greatest. May God Bless you and keep. You safe.
Thank you Doug and all involved. Find the human and the dog is so wonderful. Praise God, thank you Jesus
I’m so sorry for the family who lost a Dad,Brother,and a uncle to this family who lost one to their
I joined a search and rescue organization and am training with my german shepherd to be a k9 team and a lot of the motivation came from watching Doug's video it inspired me to help people in the same way.
I tried once before, bought my puppy just before Covid, and all the puppy assessments we're canceled so was never able to fully certify me and the dog, but i didnt stop training him, so i got a awesome dog that all my little neices and nephews try and play hind and seek ang always loose haha
After 20 years Rest in Peace Steven.
It is always good to see Dave and Doug working together. Doug, your work brings results and I hope you never give it up. People need what it is that you do. Dave, your friends know they can count on you. That is a quality too many men don't have. I admire and respect you both.
This was so respectful. To bring closure to the family is a blessing. I hope both Steve and his beloved dog are laid to rest together. Hugs
Doug and Heavy D. Thank you both for giving ANSWERS to this family. As to the police department you failed for 20 yrs. Give credit where credit is due. To Doug Bishop and Heavy D. Sparks for giving this family the ANSWERS to where their loved one was for the last 20years. Thank you! The production of all three videos, the filming,editing spot on. ❤
God bless you boys 🙏
Doug, heavy d, and everyone else that helped are true saints. I’m glad this family finally got to have some closure. Thank you Doug and heavy d again.
Thank you, Heavy D and your crew, Doug Bishop, LEO's, and DNR for helping with the recovery of Steven Anderson and his vehicle. May Steven rest in heavenly peace. 🕊🙏 My sincere condolences to Steven's family.
Came here from Courtney Cahoon’s tiktok video. This was her dad. Thank you for all you do 💜
Finding the missing, gives some closure to the family who just desperately long for their loved ones. The hurt is actually relief and you are giving a family their loved one back, to properly mourn and bury. Thank you for all your hard work.
I'm so glad that you are continuing this work in spite of he who must not be named trying to hobble and silence your contributions. You and your fellow companions do a needed job that we can't do. Thank you.
Well done to all involved for helping bring some sort of closure to a long-term grieving family. So honourable.
I’ve watched Doug from his beginning. I’m so proud of what he has done for others. His heart is bigger than Texas! Greetings from Texas USA 🇺🇸
Awesome job Doug! I'm amazed and proud of how far you've come since your tow truck days. Extremely proud to be a fellow Oregonian with all the good deeds you do. Keep searching, never give up!
This deeply heartbreaking and complex situation has finally reached some closure. I’m so proud to have been the stepfather to Axel, Emily, and Travis. I was married to their mother Cheryl. She loves her children with all her heart, and I’ve always admired what a wonderful, caring mother she is.
During our marriage, Steven-such a loving father-wanted to meet with me just before the day he disappeared. That meeting never happened, and tragically, neither did his return. From that day on, the lives of his children were forever changed. His parents, with their unwavering hope, believed that maybe, just maybe, Steven needed time to step away and would return. He was a devoted father, the kind of dad who never missed a single game. Axel, a natural athlete with an arm that could throw a fastball so hard it stung, always had his dad there, supporting him with pride. Axel was a star on the baseball team, but he never let that define him-he was always about the team, a humble young man. And just like him, his siblings, Emily and Travis, are kind, strong, and resilient kids.
The unknown surrounding Steven’s disappearance weighed so heavily on their hearts. The speculation, the endless wondering, made it even harder for his children. There were no answers, just the painful mystery of his vanishing. Life moved forward, and though I was no longer a part of their daily lives, I would check in from time to time. Looking back, I wish I had done more. I wish I had stayed more involved, but we can only learn from hindsight.
When Steven’s story resurfaced, I held onto a strong hope that this time, there would be answers. I felt so reassured when I learned that Cold Case Expert Ben Pender from the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office was leading the investigation. Having worked with Ben for many years when he was a firefighter, police officer, city council member, and now one of the most highly regarded cold case detectives, I knew Steven would be found. Ben is not just incredibly skilled, but he also brings such compassion and dedication to his work.
Then came Doug Bishop from the United Search Corps and the unwavering Sparks Group, who are relentless in their mission. These teams joined together, and I knew that with their combined strength, it was only a matter of time before they’d bring Steven home. The Sparks Group never eases up-they pursue their mission with incredible dedication. Trust me, I know from personal experience that Dave Sparks pushes the envelope! This was the perfect coming together of experts who worked with their hearts and minds fully committed to this task. Detective Pender leads by building a team of the best, and it didn’t matter where anyone was from-what mattered was what they could bring to help.
For the Anderson family, you had the very best working tirelessly for you. Because of their incredible efforts, Steven was found. While this may bring some measure of closure, I know the emotional weight of this loss is so difficult to bear. My heart goes out to Axel, Emily, Travis, Cheryl, and the entire Anderson family. I send all my love and strength to you. I hope that as you move forward, the return of Steven will help you find peace, comfort, and a sense of healing.
I can only guess it was suicide, after learning that another man was the head of his once family.
God bless your family! My heart is with you in my prayers.
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@@richpolecat6527 If you watch the videos of the search (Part 2), they say Steve wanted to go to the cabin with his son, so it didn't look like he planned to commit suicide. But I guess we'll never know...
Your very kind thoughtful words are very touching.
Very proud of Doug. The guy would have never been found if it wasn't for Doug not giving up
Credit where credit is due!! News channels need to get that right. Sheriff’s Office did not recover, this team did. It is utterly heartbreaking for this find. Drowning is a horrific way to die. I didn’t catch if the dog was found or not. My heartfelt condolences to the family. Not knowing is its own torture. I cannot even begin to imagine how it has been for you all. Glad you stuck with it Doug. Took a lot of work. Also the crew helping to make the recovery happen. It wasn’t easy. This family has him back and no longer lost. ❤
Yes, so glad they found him.
Came to see if the dog was in the vehicle too. No mention of it.
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It always bugs me when they say LE discovered.. so dismissive of all the hard work that went into it. So glad you could bring answers
Can someone please answer if the dog was found as well?
I really think Doug and Dave should team up. They would be the best doing this.
Absolutely 100
They just fit together like brothers...or Twinkies ❣️💯👍🏻
Bless you all out there for the recovery of this man and bringing him home for the family ❤
God Bless everyone that was involved in this cold case, it will give the family peace to know where their loved ones was & now Steve & his best friend (his Dog) can Rest In Peace 🙏🏻💞
Just sent Doug a few dollars via his link below. Thank you so much, all of you, for all you do for these families. It means the world. Blessings and much love to you all! Stay safe!
Congrats to Doug on solving the case and to Dave Sparks crew for making the recovery happen! Rest in peace, Steven Anderson.
Thanks to Dave and the Sparks Family for helping Doug bring this man home to his family. These self-less humanity videos are the best, what keeps me watching.
Doug is amazing. I will share his channel with friends and family.
The mental and physical strength it must take everyone involved. I love watching all of these episodes as you continuously strive to attain answers for those who need to know the truth. God bless you.
after Doug's experience with adventure's with purpose, it's good to see him doing what he is GOOD at. Doug seems like a genuine man who wants to help these families. please donate to Doug and also look into what Josh Cantu is going through and send him some support as well.
It's heartbreaking to see what Josh is dealing with. What started out as something wonderful, turned into a nightmare for the him.
Amen!!! JL is trying to destroy him!! Makes me want to vomit.
I am 100% onboard with Josh. I only watched a few of the Adventures with a purpose a few times and realized that something was fishy.
I want to know why AWP is hashtagged in this video 🤔
@@jrose3394 My assumption is that the hash tag has a lot of traction already, so they hitch their video to that search in order to get more views.
About 45 years ago my cousin and her friend went missing. It was the same timeline when Bundy was doing this thing. For months my Aunt and our family has no idea what happened to happened to them. The winter Holidays had come and gone. There were 2 hunters driving on a road in the mountains and saw a strange man throwing tires, trees and debris over a cliff. They approached him and realized he was trying to hide their bodies under trash. One hunter held him at gun point while the other went for help. I was very young, under 10 y/o but I still remember my cousin Mary. I was never told directly how they died but I believe the guy, their boss, shot them on a road trip the three were talking. A few years later my oldest sister was murdered. Her case was solved 30 years later. Then only unsolved case Woodscross Utah had at the time. Two sisters, my mom and Aunt both losing their daughters. There's never closure. That's just something ppl say when they don't know what to say. Im glad this family has their loved one "back" and start to heal a little...
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I always shed tears when Doug's efforts pay off for families and loved ones finally are given the respectful resting place.
I hope his dog stays with him.
Hugs to Doug, the Sparks team and since condolences to the family.🕊️
Doug (& Josh) .. doing the right thing, for the right reasons. Thank you.
Can we all appreciate this is a UA-cam video but the editing is like cinema. Crazily well edited.
I totally agree!
Absolutely!!!!!!!! 🎃❤️👍🙋🏻♀️
Cringe lol you gotta be a bot
Can we all stop glazing channels with overused comments?
God bless this man’s family. May they know the world supports them and our hero’s in the water search and recovery of missing loved ones ❤🙏🙏
This family’s deserves peace now after 20 years of loss and suffering and heartache! An this is the closer they need and countless others too! Those who are lost are never forgotten!
I can't imagine how they feel! God bless the Anderson family and the crew who worked so tirelessly to find him!
Hero’s don’t always wear capes, sometimes they have great beards and heavy machinery 🦾😎🦾
So, so true!!
I remember when Doug was first learning to dive on vehicles. What a long way he has come in a short time. So many people recovered, so many relatives and friends now having answers. Thank you to everyone helping to find the missing.
Doug and his fellow recovery members that worked on funding Stephen are firstly AWESOME! But they are still so HUMBLE and KIND. I know it sounds cliche, but to be so persistent in their search but sensitive to those around them, those they are searching for and those who are needing the answers. Well done, good and faithful servants.. The world needs more leaders with "Servant" Leadership skills!
I began watching AWP when they were still just a diving channel pulling trash out the rivers. I remember when Doug was still a tow truck driver that took a liking to those guys and started helping them out. Over the last few years, Doug has evolved into a person that has truly found his calling in life, after a long and winding journey with a lot of twists and turns along the way. Unlike the guy he started out with, Doug is doing it for the right reasons, and I can't wait to see him get on his feet and get some momentum going. There are no limits to what he can do. Thank you for using your platform and resources to help Doug achieve everything he deserves.
I prefer AWP
Awp is obviously the OG. UA-camrs will copy anybody for their 5 minutes of fame @@MeredithBell-v3f
This was unnecessary you can lift up Doug without mentioning other people and trying to throw shots. I prefer AWP I still believe in the mission for everyone. AWP is hashtag in this video, why?
@@Theresa.J_216 ...do you know about the allegations?
@@MeredithBell-v3f Do you know what the main AwP guy did? Doug left like any decent person would.
Thank you to Doug, Heavy D and the rest of the crew. After what AWP did to all of you I am so happy that you are doing what you were destined to do. God bless you and keep you safe and healthy and strong.
What did awp do?
I KNOW DONATING IS HARD AS WERE ALL STRUGGLING WITH COST. I am broke but gave $5 to Dougie. Please give anything you can afford so we can keep him searching and helping families ❤
Dougie is a Millionaire
Heartfelt thanks to Doug for never giving up and thanks to the Sparks team. So proud of your guys taking care of those in need in our community and allowing closure for Steven's family. Definitely contribute to Doug so he can continue his great mission of helping other families have closure.
You all are diving Angels! The closure and peace you brought to this family is so Important. Blessing to you and yours. ❤
Doug continues to show such professionalism always so caring giving each missing person such dignity ❤ & exactly that peaceful
I'm in New Zealand and even though I'm so far away and insignificant I felt emotionally invested in this case 😢 seeing Dave fighting back those tears hurt .
I'm in Berlin and felt the same...
Rob you are not insignificant we all have purpose in this world some find what that is some don't but it is my belief that we are right were we are suppose to be at each moment of our life. "everyone brings joy in there life to some when we arrive and others when we leave" lol
Dave I could see in your eyes and hear In your voice how emotional you were yet you never even knew this guy, just shows what a lovely guy you are especially for a man not to hide that which a lot will do.....keep doing what you're doing, I for one admire you and the team ❤️
Doug, HeavyD, and the others who were involved, you are ALL HERO’S!!!! Was the dog with him?? My condolences to Steven’s family.
Most likely.
Pretty sure he committed suicide and took the dog out with him! Somethings are better off staying unknown and I think this was one of them
@traceyboutilier6713 I was kind of hoping that maybe he got out of a broken window but then again if he was always with Steven it's a bittersweet ending for both of them.
Thank you Doug, Heavy D & others!!
Doug thank you for saying "it's never closure, but some questions can finally be answered." God bless the family & your TENACITY ✨♥️
Doug...proud of you. Proud of all the others that helped because they believe in you! Great leadership!
Remember, everyone deployed. God bless you all. Rest in peace.
My deepest condolences to Stephen’s family and friends. Thank you to everyone who helped to find this gentleman and giving his family closure.
Thank you. We lost a son . Blessed a farmer responding to our poster campaign found him after six days. Our hearts feel for this family. We understand.
Thank You for not giving up on founding him. I know this is hard on the family but at least they have him back instead of still worry about him.
I watched HeavyDSparks back when they went up to plow out people stuck in the San Berdnardino mountains. i was so impressed. Now still impressed.
You can see their pain in their eyes in the tears as they recovered a victim no longer lost. Credit to everyone who came together to search and bring them home.
Great video again guys as he is now coming home. THANK YOU ALL.
Great job guys im proud if you all! Thank you for helping Doug and the family. RIP Steven Anderson.
Wow. This is big. Kudos on being able to help find closure for his family. After 20 years, being able to let that pressure go…. Just amazing.
Good job guys as a first responder and ex-Law Enforcement no one would have been able to do all of this without your help!
YOU GUYS ARE INCREDIBLE…RISKING YOUR LIVES TO HELP EASE FAMILYS PAIN FROM MISSING LOVED ONES…GOD BLESS YOU GUYS 🙏❤️🫡
Have been following Doug since his time on another channel I no longer mention. Doug is a class act ... well done men.
I no longer follow that channel as well.
It’s a shame too because I also followed that other channel from their beginning so I remember Doug’s beginning and he’s just really good at this yet he has the heart and soul for it also. I am surprised that he hasn’t blown up on his own yet but watching his journey he seems to help everyone around him, I wish him nothing but Godspeed and for him to fulfill his journey. It’s just such a shame the other channel and what he ended up being.
Was there any proof of the allegations? There's many examples of lives being ruined because people are so quick to believe the allegations without being presented with facts. Then later we come to find out that the allegations were false. But by that time the damage was done and like always social media has moved on to the next story.
@@jvega4252 What were that allegations? I was wondering if was with the other channel and wondering what happened?
Same.. He is just amazing ❤
There is absolutely no other country in the world that has people like Americans. We may do alot of things wrong but when we do things right man we do them right. God bless all you guys.
Well said. 👍🏼
Heather🇨🇦
Love love this comment!!!
Honestly, you haven't seen much of the world, have you? You would be surprised. I do agree with you that you guys are doing lots of horrible things, but that's for another video. Doug is guy with a golden heart, he has my eternal respect.
Amen!!
There's a lot of countries out there with great Folks like these felaz here my friend. I wouldn't make it a country thing but a humanity!
The Diesel Brothers are doing amazing work. Doug is an amazing person himself. Mad props to you guys.
I am always so proud of the tireless work and dignity and respect you give these cases! My sincere condolences to the family. Thanks to everyone that brought Steven home to his family!
Awesome job Doug Bishop with great help from Dave Sparks .. you brought him home after 20 long years ♥
Big machines, Bigger hearts. I love that your company keeps giving back to its neighbors.
Thank you *HeavyDSparks* for bringing peace and closure to the family.
Doug deserves a medal of honor for all his work.
Yes Doug does deserve a medal. If I knew where and how . I would get his viewers and families of recovery to commission one. 👍♥️💔❤️🩹
This is what real hero’s look like God Bless you all
God bless you for bringing him home ❤
Men's mental health is a REAL issue, and this just goes to show it always has been.... Love to his family and his Son, this is hard but not knowing is even harder..
May they start to find some peace and finally start to grieve.
Thank you to all who didn't quit on this man and his family!
His life and his story matters!
Was this a suicide?
@@jacktheeurocarguyseems likely
@@jacktheeurocarguydoubt it will ever be confirmed one way or the other
A skit. All the videos they make are skits
If you think HeavyD is more qualified than a coast guard team you are making a huge mistake.
Don't listen to the BOTs on top comment
@@llamacebu216sooo, why you here then?
Thank you all for bringing him home. Prayers for his family. I shed tears every time you find someone’s loved one.
It’s good to see you still trying find closure to family’s . Thank you for all you do to help family’s. And I’m glad his finally found. ❤
The work that these people do is amazing and helps so very many people find their loved ones and give the families closure. Thanks to Doug Bishop and Chaos Divers, they located my cousin, William Weber, in the Mississippi River and he had been missing for almost two months. I can't imagine what this family went through with not knowing anything about him for 20 years.
The donation better not have anything to do with AWP ?
@@marywinter809 no it definitely was not for AWP!
BISHOP! WOW! It’s so awesome seeing you teamed up with the DIESEL BROS. Top Tier grouping here. Keep up the great work. You all have such unique skill sets and knowledge, and it’s amazing what you’ve done collectively to bring closure to this grieving family. GOD BLESS!
Doug hats off to you brother. Your perseverance is amazing. Also to the rest of everyone making this a reality hats off to you as well may this family have some closure.
You guys are freaking awesome thank you for doing these things for people who have missing loved ones❤❤❤❤❤
So sad condolences to the family, what a wonderful thing you do well-done! 😢❤
Doing this kind of work and finding the missing person and giving answers to the family is incredible.
Thank you Dave and all the members of HeavyDSparks, Doug Bishop, United Search Corps and everyone who was helping for bringing some closer for his family and friends to bring a love one home. Thank you all and a big respect for all of you.
Only one thing to say: RESPECT!
An EXCELLENT video! Any vid with Doug Bishop in it (representing United Search Corps of course) is worth viewing. He is a hard, quiet worker for a good cause.
As Dave says, even a dollar or two helps. Imagine if 50% if the viewers gave a dollar what an amazing boost it would give USC! But don't think 'everyone else' will donate. Do it. YOU do it.. please.
A like on this case on Doug's channel, and even a thumbs up in his comments brings needed revenue to USC as well.
Thank you to HeavyD, Doug Bishop and all their crew.
I wouldn't give Doug Bishop the time of day. I know where he came from.
@feliciascott6874 well then I hope you never need his help
❤ Absolutely amazing. Doug you are a true warrior. You set your heart, mind to find these missing people, they will never be forgotten. It's amazing when people come together to make these things happen. To help the families find closure in finding their missing loved one. I'd like to thank Heady D and his crew of many, and the authorities working with Doug in order to bring Steve home to his family after 20 years.
Doug, what you do for those families is absolutely amazing. You’re made to do this. Hopefully someday I’ll get to shake your hand. It’ll be an honor.
Wow this is one of those when it grabs you and pulls you in because you are right there in the moment with all the emotions alongside those involved. Glad Doug was able to bring him home with the help of everyone.
Like you HeavyDSparks............I'm at a loss for words. Thank you and DougBishop for doing what you do and bringing closure to the family. It was a very heartfelt moment when hearing you had found his vehicle and then watching this video was just amazing. My heart goes out to you all and to the family.