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Water Bill
Joined: 31 Mar 2007 Posts: 129 City/Region: Lake Keowee, SC
State or Province: SC
C-Dory Year: 2018
Vessel Name: Mystery Girl (Ranger Tug R-23)
Photos: Mystery Girl and C-Swell
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Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 2:10 pm Post subject: Lake Powell Memories |
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Just want to pass on some sad news to all of you C-Brats Sue and I have met and become friends with over the years at the many Lake Powell gatherings we were able to attend.
Sue passed away May the 2nd from long term complications from living with diabetes all her life. Sue was the one, as you may remember, who never seemed to leave the boat. With her mobility disabilities it was hard to get off and even harder to get back on. I am sure El and Bill may remember the time at Oak Canyon one evening, in the dark, they struggled with me to get Sue back on board C-Swell.
I stopped working 2 years ago and was fortunate enough to spend all of my retirement time with Sue. We were married for over 35 years. We made four different week long trips to Lake Powell last year and spent 31 days on board C-Swell at Bridge Bay Marina on Yellowstone Lake, another spectacular place last July. We met several old and new C-Brats while we were there. In September we took an eleven day Alaskan cruise out of Seattle with my brother Tom, another C-Brat, something she had always wanted to do.
Sue and I both thought Lake Powell was a very special place and I will always remember the cruises I took with her on Powell. Sue was a very special companion and crew mate. I know Sue would want me to continue boating for as long as I am able, so I am sure I will continue to see a lot of old faces and meet some new ones at Powell and other places in the future.
Thanks for keeping Sue and myself in your thoughts and prayers.
Bill Roche |
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thataway
Joined: 02 Nov 2003 Posts: 20778 City/Region: Pensacola
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: thataway
Photos: Thataway
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Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 3:22 pm Post subject: |
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Bill,
Marie and I send our condolences,and sympathy. Sue lived a very good life full of joy with you. It is so wonderful to have those memories to live on with you.
We agree that Powell is a very special place, and the C Brats are very special people. You are in our prayers. _________________ Bob Austin
Thataway
Thataway (Ex Seaweed) 2007 25 C Dory May 2018 to Oct. 2021
Thisaway 2006 22' CDory November 2011 to May 2018
Caracal 18 140 Suzuki 2007 to present
Thataway TomCat 255 150 Suzukis June 2006 thru August 2011
C Pelican; 1992, 22 Cruiser, 2002 thru 2006
Frequent Sea; 2003 C D 25, 2007 thru 2009
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Home port: Pensacola FL |
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jkidd
Joined: 23 Oct 2006 Posts: 1609 City/Region: Northern, Utah
State or Province: UT
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Voyager
Photos: Voyager (JK)
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Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 5:29 pm Post subject: |
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Bill so sorry to hear this I wish you the best for the coming days. _________________ Jody Kidd
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Northern, Utah
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Sunbeam
Joined: 23 Feb 2012 Posts: 3990 City/Region: Out 'n' About
State or Province: Other
C-Dory Year: 2002
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Photos: Sunbeam
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Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 5:41 pm Post subject: |
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It sounds like you had a wonderful 35 years together. I think it's great that you continued to boat together, despite some limitations. When I think of you two and C-Swell, I picture you puttering along checking out all the beauty right by the shoreline. Always gave me the feeling you were enjoying the river to the fullest. |
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potter water
Joined: 12 Apr 2011 Posts: 1076 City/Region: Logan
State or Province: UT
C-Dory Year: 1997
C-Dory Model: R-21 Tug
Vessel Name: Poopsy
Photos: Still C-razy
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Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 6:24 pm Post subject: |
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I remember her having a hard time at the 2014 gathering and I felt very bad, but you've described her patience and strength of character working through a very difficult number of years. And, as they say in Australia, "good on ya mate" for being a loving care giver. _________________ You can tell a man his wife is ugly, but never ever criticize his dog, his gun, his truck or his boat.
Never let ignorance interfere with an opportunity to state a knowledgeable opinion
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2006 C-Dory 22 Cruiser 2008-2014
1997 Ranger Tug 21 Classic 2016
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El and Bill
Joined: 08 Nov 2003 Posts: 3200 City/Region: Lakewood, CO
State or Province: CO
C-Dory Year: 2000
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Halcyon
Photos: Halcyon
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Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 6:47 pm Post subject: |
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A fine lady with strong character. You have had the good fortune of many shared years. Our thoughts go out to you, such a caring and loving person. Keep up the boating experiences and times on Lake Powell - she will be with you in spirit. Our condolences and best wishes to you -- El and Bill _________________ El and Bill (former live-aboards)
Halcyon 2000 CD 22 Bought 2000 Sold 2012
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Larry Patrick
Joined: 03 Dec 2011 Posts: 605 City/Region: Dallas
State or Province: PA
C-Dory Year: 2008
C-Dory Model: 23 Venture
Vessel Name: Sea -Jo
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Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 7:00 pm Post subject: |
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Sorry for your loss,will keep you both in our prayers. |
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BrentB
Joined: 15 Jul 2006 Posts: 4419 City/Region: Greenwood
State or Province: IN
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Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 7:31 pm Post subject: |
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sorry, sending condolences, and prayers
Tough road ahead _________________ Brent Barrett |
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JamesTXSD
Joined: 01 Mar 2005 Posts: 7444 City/Region: from island boy to desert dweller
State or Province: AZ
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: "Wild Blue" (sold 9/14)
Photos: Wild Blue
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Posted: Sat May 07, 2016 8:12 pm Post subject: |
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Sincere condolences, Bill. Our thoughts are with you. |
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Two Bears
Joined: 07 Nov 2009 Posts: 296 City/Region: Orofino
State or Province: ID
C-Dory Year: 2006
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Two Bears
Photos: Two Bears
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Posted: Sun May 08, 2016 1:19 am Post subject: |
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Bill,
Our first Lake Powell gathering was 2010 and we were late and ended up in the bushes next to you. I remember Sue could not get off the boat and both Penny and I wandered over and visited. At that time she had two broken ankles and I remember thinking about the strong will and fortitude needed to come on the trip when you can't get out of the boat. She was a strong person.
Hang in there and we hope to see you on the water this summer. _________________ Chuck & Penny Raddon
Orofino, Idaho |
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Discovery
Joined: 08 Dec 2003 Posts: 1239 City/Region: LOA, UTAH
State or Province: UT
C-Dory Year: 2006
C-Dory Model: 255 Tomcat
Vessel Name: Discovery
Photos: Discovery
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Posted: Sun May 08, 2016 10:23 am Post subject: |
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Bill, Our sincere condolences, we will look for you at future Lake Powell gatherings. _________________
Brent and Dixie,
1984 22' Classic sold 2003
2003 24' TomCat sold 2005
2006 TC255 Discovery Sold 2020
2006 CD 22' Angler Sold 2014
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hardee
Joined: 30 Oct 2006 Posts: 12632 City/Region: Sequim
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2005
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Sleepy-C
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Posted: Sun May 08, 2016 1:34 pm Post subject: |
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Bill,
Thanks for sharing and I know that is hard to look at going back to all those places and doing all those alone, but doing it can also bring back those good memories of good times.
My thoughts and prayers, and condolences to you in your loss. May you have peace and comfort going forward. Your C-Brat family is here and can be a huge support so take advantage of us. WE are here for you.
Harvey
SleepyC
_________________ Though in our sleep we are not conscious of our activity or surroundings, we should not, in our wakefulness, be unconscious of our sleep. |
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sportner
Joined: 08 Mar 2006 Posts: 386 City/Region: Buckeye
State or Province: AZ
C-Dory Model: 26 Osprey
Vessel Name: Glory Days
Photos: Traveler
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Posted: Sun May 08, 2016 11:39 pm Post subject: |
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So sorry for your loss. _________________ RUSS & TONI |
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Barry Rietz
Joined: 21 Jun 2006 Posts: 409 City/Region: Sierra Vista
State or Province: AZ
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Posted: Mon May 09, 2016 12:03 am Post subject: Sad Loss |
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Very sad to hear of your recent loss Bill. It was fortunate you left work and had two years of full time togetherness. And don't forget that Sue wants you to continue using your C-Dory. Will be watching for you in the future. _________________ Barry Rietz
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Water Bill
Joined: 31 Mar 2007 Posts: 129 City/Region: Lake Keowee, SC
State or Province: SC
C-Dory Year: 2018
Vessel Name: Mystery Girl (Ranger Tug R-23)
Photos: Mystery Girl and C-Swell
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Posted: Fri May 27, 2016 10:06 pm Post subject: |
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I want to thank everyone for your thoughts, prayers and especially your kind words. They meant a lot to me and have been very comforting during these first couple of weeks with out Sue. Sue was my constant companion and I will miss her.
I am hoping to get to Powell around mid June for a week and again in September and October, for sure during the fall Powell gathering, once the dates are set. I am also watching to see if any of you are going to try and make it up at Yellowstone Lake later this summer. I would like to make another trip back up there and would like to time it with when some of you are going to be there. Last year I just missed the mini gathering by a few days.
Once again thank you all for thinking of me and Sue, I really appreciate it. See you on the water.
Bill Roche |
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