Kale Gober’s daughter, Elle Gober, reportedly died in a devastating car accident.
Elle Gober, born on November 16, 2020, in Phoenix, Arizona, was the beloved daughter of Kale and Kaitlen Gober.
Gober has avoided the media spotlight, so little about her personal life is known.
Kale Gober’s Daughter, Elle Gober, Tragically Passed Away At The Age Of 4 In A Car Accident
As per the sources, former athletic director Kale Gober and her daughter, Elle Gober, were caught in a traumatic car accident on Friday, April 25, 2025.
Kale is recovering from injuries, but unfortunately, sweet little Elle, 4, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025, at Phoenix Children’s Hospital.
The accident details have not yet been revealed, as the investigation is ongoing.
The University of Arkansas graduate Meredith Humphrey took to his official Facebook handle and sent prayers to Elle’s family. He wrote,
Absolutely heartbroken for this family. Jesus be near. Please keep them in your prayers.
Meredith Humphrey
Samantha Lange also took to her Facebook handle and mourned the loss of Elle. She wrote,
All love and prayers to the Gober family as they learn this new way of life. I have a lot of friends who have asked about supporting them so I am going to post a secure platform for donation and also meal train sign ups in the comments below. Thank you all for coming around them and showing them support during this time.
Samantha Lange
Allison Berry has organized a fundraising campaign on Mealtrain to help Elle’s family with medical bills and funeral costs.
The campaign aimed to collect around $1000, and over $12,470 has been collected.
Elle’s family has invited everyone to a celebration of life at CCV Peoria on May 2, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. Rest in Peace, Elle Gober.
Elle Gober Is Survived By Her Parents And Two Siblings
Elle’s father, Kale, took to his Facebook handle on April 29, 2025, to announce the tragic death of his daughter, Elle. He wrote,
Our precious Elle went to be with Jesus yesterday. While Kaitlen Gober , our kids and I are heartbroken, we’ve never been comforted through the body of Christ like we have over the last few days. Elle was so loved, and the 4+ years she gave this earth were a blessing to all who knew her. We will always love you baby girl.
Kale Gober
Kale pursued his bachelor’s degree from Henderson State University and got his master’s degree from the University of Central Arkansas.
He was the athletic director at Henderson State University from August 2010 to July 2013 and later served as an assistant athletic director for development at the University of Arkansas.
Kale serves as the full-time vice president for advancement at Grand Canyon University.
On the other hand, Elle’s mother, Kaitlen Gober, has avoided social media, so little is known about her personal life.
She is also mourning the tragic death of her daughter, Elle Gober.
In addition, Elle grew up with her one brother, Knox, and one sister, Vera Kate Gober.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- In 2011, Kale Gober received private funding and sponsorships for a state-of-the-art artificial playing surface at Carpenter-Haygood Stadium, spearheaded by Henderson State’s second-largest private gift.
- While at Henderson State, Kale provided leadership and strategic direction for the department’s 12 NCAA Division II men’s and women’s sports programs.
- Gober also worked with the Never Yield Campaign, an initiative focused on raising support for Razorbacks Athletics through facilities, scholarships, and endowments.
