An Old Fisherman Has Made His Final Cast

fishmaster176 · Post by **fishmaster176** » Thu Jan 17, 2013 3:40 pm

Last night, an old gentleman fisherman, went on to cast in the waters in Heaven. For many years, he could be seen sitting on his floating dock just above the dam in Swanton. He caught many perch, bass, bullhead, pike and eels. He didn't care as long as it bit. He never really cared much for boats, but would go with me from time to time. Always had good luck with him in the boat.
On Momday, I'll say goodbye for the last time. He was 95, raised 8 kids and was married for 70 years.
Oh yeah, the best part is that I had the honor to call him my DAD.
Well Pops, you've got the river all to yourself, now. I expect some good stories next time we meet.
Your loving Son,
Fred

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jusgrinnin · Post by **jusgrinnin** » Thu Jan 17, 2013 4:45 pm

Fred extremely sorry for your loss my he rest in peace.
BARRY

Digitroll Fishing · Post by **Digitroll Fishing** » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:21 pm

Sorry to hear of your loss Fred. Inspiring story.

Surprise · Post by **Surprise** » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:24 pm

He will keep track of you and you can talk to him anytime now.

Hope we don't loose or forget all their traditions and skills. We are the ones left to get the future generations enjoying our sport.

tench · Post by **tench** » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:30 pm

My sincere condolences. He'll still be with you in the boat for years to come.

Wellsley (Frank) · Post by **Wellsley (Frank)** » Thu Jan 17, 2013 5:58 pm

Gecha (Gerry) · Post by **Gecha (Gerry)** » Thu Jan 17, 2013 7:37 pm

Fred,
His soul will always be around you. Nice memories never go away.
Every fish you'll catch will trigger more than a fish line, it will revive those great times you spent with your Dad.

Matt · Post by **Matt** » Thu Jan 17, 2013 11:07 pm

Very sorry for your loss, it sounds like he lived a very fulfilling life and left you with many good memories.

raz · Post by **raz** » Fri Jan 18, 2013 5:34 am

May your Dad rest in peace Fred.

drachma · Post by **drachma** » Fri Jan 18, 2013 6:07 am

Fred,

It was wonderful to have had those memories and have had someone like him instill the love of the outdoors. It certainly seems as though you loved him very much. Loving memories live forever in our hearts.

Michael

TUnamas · Post by **TUnamas** » Fri Jan 18, 2013 6:40 am

Fred - To write a tribute such as you have is a testament not only to your love and admiration of him, but to the legacy through you that he has left with us. Prayers to you and your family. -Scott

Reelax · Post by **Reelax** » Fri Jan 18, 2013 7:04 am

Fred, nice tribute to your dad, sorry for your loss... Thanks for sharing with us.

Lavman · Post by **Lavman** » Fri Jan 18, 2013 7:24 am

Very nice tribute, Fred. May he rest in peace

4cs · Post by **4cs** » Fri Jan 18, 2013 8:58 am

Fred

So sorry for your loss and what a sincere and fitting tribute to your Dad, he will live on thru you and your family.

Pat

fishmaster176 · Post by **fishmaster176** » Fri Jan 18, 2013 1:24 pm

Thanks for all the kind words and support. I'll be at the workshop tonight. It'll be good to get away for a few hours and I couldn't think of a better group to spend it with.
Thanks again,
Fred

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