It BacheloretteIs it important to remember contestant Erich SchwerThe late father of’s. Allan Robert Schwer.

The Bachelorette episode was aired. Gabby Windey met Erich’s dad on hometown dates, the show included an in memoriam tribute to Allan, who passed away after filming.

On the day of the Aug. 22 episode, Erich also honored his father by posting a few pictures of Allan and a heart emoji to Instagram. One photo featured a memory card that said “in loving memories of Allan R. Schwer”, and listed the date of Allan’s death as July 6, 2022. It was taken five days earlier. Bachelorette season 19 premiere. He was 65.  

Erich posted a message to Instagram on July 9, in which he mourned his father’s death. The contestant said, “Thankful to everything you’ve done” Big AL, we will be missing you. I love you so much dad.”