Terrible tradgedy for his family to endure.
I heard the calls the U.S.C.G. was putting out on VHF 16 the last couple days for two men missing (near Sitka, quite a ways from where I operate)and in the water, never realizing who it was until yesterday when Mother-in-Law called my wife, letting her know who it was and that they had recovered his body yesterday afternoon.
John had helped recover the body of his best friend and business partner a number of years ago when a boat his friend, friends father and brother were in capsized while pulling King Crab pots.
I had taken his friend out on a fishing trip also and introduced him to Alaskan fishing. (19 or 20 years ago)
John was always very safety concious.
Sorry for your family’s loss.
The sea is dangerous, even under the best of circumstances and everything is done right, it can still take your life.
Prayers up.
I am so sorry. Prayers for all the friends and loved ones left behind.
There is some deep water out there in the ocean - not to mention waves. And the water is cold. Even in summertime.
Prayers for their loved ones.
Sorry for your loss.
Monte is near by me and, being a classic small town, I am sure more than family are hurting.
I’m very sorry for your loss. Our friend loves to go to Alaska to fish, I don’t know if he goes out in boats though.
I am so sorry for your loss. PRayers UP.