Missing Since: 2013-02-09 Location: Okeechobee, Florida
Garlinghouse was last seen just north of Lake Worth in Okeechobee, Florida at approximately 12:00 p.m. on February 9, 2013. He and three other men went into the ocean to rescue two girls who’d been caught in a riptide. He helped save them, and the children and the three other men reached shore safely, but Garlinghouse got into trouble in the water and went under. He has never been seen again and an extensive search turned up no sign of him. He is presumed drowned. Garlinghouse left behind two children. His body has never been found. Investigating Agency Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office 800-458-8477 561-688-4158 Source Information Florida Department of Law Enforcement NamUs The Palm Beach Post WPTV Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004. Last updated September 7, 2016; distinguishing characteristics updated.