my dad

[Bernadette]

dad died Sunday afternoon.

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he lived a remarkable life.
his boatbuilding career was outstanding.
he was prolific and the level of craftsmanship was exceptional.
just two examples:

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The 106' "Whitsunday Wanderer."

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7' Oughtred "Dominica" my tender to Decatur. This boat saved my life once. I still have her.

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a frontline soldier in the Korean War (white shirt, green tie).

[Bernadette]

Re: my dad

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we shared a very close bond.

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I stayed with dad till the very end. he died several hours after this photo was taken.

I loved him deeply.

[wizbang 13]

Re: my dad

Bern ,
He was obviously a great inspiration to you.
ya know what ? He was for us as well.
Take Care of yourself.
Bruce

[gypsie]

Re: my dad

So sad to hear Bernadette, very sad news.
What a legacy, what a life - it was worth living.
My thoughts are with you and yours.

[Lugs]

Re: my dad

Take care Bernadette. Condolences to you and those who remain. It was my pleasure to sail with Keith (and you) and he certainly lived a full and honorable life.

[Paul Pless]

Re: my dad

my heart goes out to you bernadette

[Peerie Maa]

Re: my dad

Sad news.
Please accept my deepest sympathies.

[skuthorp]

Re: my dad

Oh Bernie, such sad news. But a life well lived. I know how much you loved him.
My elder half brother is a Korean veteran

[Breakaway]

Re: my dad

Take care of yourself, Bernadette.
My condolences. He appears to have been a man I would have enjoyed knowing.

Kevin

[bluedog225]

Re: my dad

So sorry. Take care of yourself.

[CWSmith]

Re: my dad

I am deeply sorry for your loss. He seems like a man who lived life to the fullest.

[Gordon Bartlett]

Re: my dad

Sorry to hear this.
It sounds like he lived quite a life.
Please accept my condolences.

[dutchpp]

Re: my dad

I'm sorry to hear this Bernadette, but his live seems to be well lived, my sincere condolences.
I certainly admire his boatbuilding skills.
Zorg goed voor jezelf !( take care of yourself).

[lupussonic]

Re: my dad

I'm sorry man.

[JayInOz]

Re: my dad

My sincere condolences Bernadette. I'd give you a hug if I could. You loved each other and made each other proud- it's as much as we can hope for. Jay.