Lost my best fishing Partner

[mbac31]

This summer has not been to bad for fishing. I have been fishing Clubbies and trying to Quailfy for the Top Bass series classic which we did. We have had a tough go of it for sure with only a best of 11th place to show for our efforts. Thats not bad to some but if you know how the Tournament drive is in your blood you understand, its an addiction. Lord knows we have tried our best. Seems every day of blast off my boat decides it doesnt like me anymore. Well we made number 32 for our Classic this past weekend on Rice lake. We were stoked.

 

Finally we get to redeem ourselves. Well we pre fished our hearts out and had a good game plan that we figured would put us into the winner circle, and on Wednesday evening I get the call that my best friend and Life teacher aside from my dad had just passed. I had just gone down to see my Pop 2 weeks prior for him to meet my Daughter for the first time. I'm so glad he did get to meet her because its the last time she will see him. He was the one who took me fishing all the time, camping just me and him and everything outdoors. Taught me the ins and outs when my Dad could'nt due to work. We would spend hours doing so and he is the reason for my passion now. He was strong as a bull moose as I would say!

 

Words dont really describe how one feels when somone passes. I went to fish my classic with a board member here since we qualified and did my best. My brain just wasnt into it at all like it should of been. Boat broke down both days and we still didnt give up. Its tough to find a partner like mine also. Much like a marriage, we fish together like clockwork. I did fish it because I'm sure if I did not my Grandfather would have been upset for all my efforts not to fish. He would have made me. We never won it and had a horrible weekend but we still laughed at the whole scenario as our first year being a test season and we still came out # 33 I beleive which is still good. Leaving Rice lake for the long drive home. I started to merge on the 401 yesterday evening at #28 in Port Hope, What do I see. a double Rainbow side by side. It somehow made everything much better and I smiled all the way home to my Little Daughter who wanted to sit in Daddys boat and poke at everything that she could. I only hope I can teach her the way my Pop did for me.

 

You will be missed. Here is his pic just one month ago for his birthday. 90 years old. Save a seat for me Pop next to that pond for its not goodbye but till we fish again.

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[Fisherman]

He sure has a catching smile there, sorry for your loss, may the fond memories carry you in the future.

[tb4me]

So sorry for your loss. I still remember when I lost my grandfather. Sad day indeed.

[Bly]

So sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Cherise the memories and those around you everyday.

[spincast]

My condolences. Sounds like you guys had great times together.

[solopaddler]

Condolences Marvin.

Glad to hear he had a chance to meet your little girl.

It's your job now to make sure she learns all about her great grand dad.

[mercman]

wow....i am actually sitting here tears welling in my eyes. i feel for you buddy. i know EXACTLY how you feel. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. I bet the rainbows were 1 big and brite and 1 smaller and less bright. That was a sign

[Jewelbee]

Sorry to hear this sad news. He looks like he was a sweet man! Cherish the good memories.

[Pigeontroller]

Condolences...You were lucky to have him around so long...

[Sinker]

Sincerest condolences Marvin and family. He sure looks a tough ole boy.

 

S.

[msp]

Sorry to hear the bad news. Hopefully you will live a long and happy life like he did. My condolences Marv.

[EC1]

Sorry to hear Marvin. For sure he's there looking out for you though.

Edited September 14, 2010 by EC1

[Gregoire]

What a nice tribute. My only memories of my grandfather on my moms side are of him taking me fishing. He passed when I was very young.

[splashhopper]

Smalliefisher: i feel your loss brother.

 

I just lost my closest friend and life mentor two weeks ago myself.

 

This board has been very gracious during this period for me and I trust it will be for you as well.

 

I lost the desire to fish for a couple of weeks and am not sure it is really back yet. (even though I had fun fishing this past weekend)

 

This board provided some much needed relief and adventures during the past two weeks for me.

 

Prayers from London to you and your family.

[spinnerbaitking]

Sorry for your loss, he would've been happy to see your little one, enjoy passing on what he taught you, it will bring back fond memories

Richard

[fishinguypat]

My Condolences...

[Tarzan's Jane]

90 years young! You will certainly be feeling lonely and lonesome for him. You know he misses you too and will be waiting to show you the best spots on that glorious other side.

My thoughts are with you as I do know that we never stop missing those that have gone on ahead of us.

And because of my own experience with losing one so young - you bet that rainbow was from him to you.

[lew]

Grandfathers are special people.

 

Condolances to you & yours Marvin.

[bassman87]

hes in a better place. nonstop bass action from what i heard

[corvette1]

sorry for your loss

[Harrison]

Sorry to hear about your Grandpa. Good for you still giving the Classic a go.

[Governator]

Very sorry for your loss, thoughts are with you & your family. He sure has a nice "grandpa" smile to him.

Edited September 14, 2010 by Governator

[Smarty Pantz]

Very sorry to hear about your loss! My thoughts & condolenses are with you & your family!

[bigbuck]

My condolences to you and your family. Grandfather's are real special people. I lost one 19 years ago and miss him dearly and my other grandfather is hanging in there at 98y.o.

[asdve23rveavwa]

My condolences, sounds like you two had a special relationship.