Tragedy struck the skydiving community this week as 28-year-old instructor Devrey LaRiccia-Chase lost her life in a freak accident at Skydive Perris. The incident occurred when a rare “dust devil”—a sudden, swirling wind—disrupted her landing, sending her parachute into an uncontrollable spin. Despite surviving the initial fall, Devrey later died from her injuries, leaving friends, family, and students in shock.
Her husband, Freddy Chase, expressed his grief in a touching social media post, honoring her as his greatest love and inspiration. A GoFundMe organized by her family has already raised over $53,000 to cover funeral expenses and transport her body back to her home state of Maine.
Devrey’s passion for skydiving and her vibrant spirit made her a beloved figure in the sport. Her loss is felt deeply by all who knew her.
