Found out this morning that I lost my hunting pard in a motorcycle accident last night. He was 42. He left behind 5 children and a beautiful and loving wife. I'm posting this here becuase only fellow hunters understand the bond between lifelong hunting partners. I met this fine gentleman when I was 12 years old and we have tormented all living creatures (fur/fin/feather with rod/rifle/stick & string)from Hastings to Escanaba over the past 30 years. I am, quite simply, crushed.
The bond that we have with our hunting pards is based on the simplest of things, and that is why the bond is so strong. Its based on things we understand and hold most dear. All morning the memories have just been streaming...first bow kills, deer camps, trout streams, favorite dogs, favorite bows, rifles, fly rods, trucks, falling out of trucks, smashing trucks, trap lines, freezing cold, Red Man, getting stuck, favorite blinds, processing deer, meals of venison, fresh brook trout, and deer heart sandwiches.
Do yourself a favor. If you have a buddy that you haven't talked to in awhile, pick up the phone and give him/her a call, then go hunting. Every day is a gift!! No regrets.
My by-line is a quote from my hunting pard. I guess now he knows if there are whitetails and brookies in heaven. Just in case, I'm going to leave a few dry flies and some cartridges under a log where Eli Creek meets the Ford River. Because to him, that's where heaven is, and I've got a feeling he'll be needing them.
Best regards and have a safe hunting season.
very sad to hear that Scott. That's terrible
all the best to his Family and yourself
So sorry to hear about your loss. His days now are no longer in pain or despair. I will say a prayer for you and his family. May GOD ease your pain in this time of hardship.
Chad
prayers sent
im very sorry to hear that, i have not ever had to feel the pain of loosing a hunting partner but there are some whom i havnt talked to recently enough. im gonna make a phone call now. prayers to you and his family friend.
-cory
My prayers with his family and his friends.
Death can't break a bond like that. Enjoy your time with him afield. You might not be able to see him, but he will always be along for the ride as long as you carry on the tradition. Send his family our blessings and prayers.
Brent
You and his family are in my prayers.
Lost mine several years ago to Lou Gerigs. The first year it was all I could do to pick a bow and go to the woods....but he fussed at me....he'd been in the woods, anyway...would of hated to go alone, but he would've went. I still find myself making the perfect stalk, or release the perfect shaft, and turn to see if he saw. Well he still there, in spirit, and I surely miss him.
I know your loss, and my heart aches for you. Keep him in your heart, 'cause he'll be there with you.
Johnny/JAG
ALL the Best to his Family.
Now you will know, who it is; when you feel the wind talking to you.
Now, every time I watch, Escanaba in da Moonlight, I'll have the two of you in mind.
That's awfull Scott, all the best to his family...Glenn...
Scott,
Sorry for your physical loss, may he always be "with you"! I hope for the best in this trying time for you, his family and friends.
Sorry for the loss, prayers to you and his family.
Scott, sorry for your loss.
>>>>------------->
My deepest condolences to you, your family and his family. Take care.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and his family. Is there a site to send donations to his kids?
My condolences to you ....prayers sent
I am praying for your friend and his family. I'm so sorry.
Sorry Brother, Always remember those good times.
Sorry to hear that. A good hunting partner and friend is hard to find.
Scott, sorry for your loss. I have had a similar experiance many years ago. You are way ahead of me as it took me years to realize that the memories are all that we really have at the end of the road. As long as we keep those memories alive, we keep the person alive. He will be alive with you on your hunts, fishing trips and on the trapline as long as you remeber.
Scott, Sorry to hear of your loss. Please give our heartfelt condolences to his family and keep your head up. He'll always remain your partner in the wind and in your heart.
Mike,
I am not aware of a place to send donations. I will post if one is established. Thanks for asking and thanks to everyone for your support!!
You all make up an amazing brotherhood...fabulous!
Scott
I have lost 3 hunting and fishing partners over the years, I understand the emptiness you must be feeling.
Scott,so sorry to hear this. Prayers sent.
My condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to you and his family. Cherish always the memories and time together. I hunt in the morning on the property my hunting partner and I bought several years ago before cancer took him. Steve will be there with me in the morning.
My sincere condolences to you and his family some things we never understand!
Sorry for your loss. Prayers sent.
Scott,
My prayers will be with you and his family. He will always be with you on all of your future outdoor adventures.
Sorry to hear this. I lost My good friend and hunting partner 4 years ago this April to a construction accident. It takes a while to get going again.
I plan on taking a return trip to a place the first week of Nov. where Darrel and I both took deer once on a trip that I will never forget.
Remember Your friend for all the good times You shared. My thoughts and prayers are with You. bretto
My condolences, Scott.
Regards,
Dave
My Condolences,my family and I will remember you in our prayers.
Sam Koger
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your friend's family. I found your gesture of the flies and cartridges quite touching! I lost my best friend and brother the day I graduated from college and I've learned that things do get better and the memories are bittersweet but sustaining.
God bless,
Steve
Our sole belongs to God, but God gives us memories to carry in our heart forever those that go on before us.
Very sorry for your loss! Take care!
Heaven contains the best of all we love and hold dear.
Fat trout will rise to his fly, and bucks will cruise his ridges.
He will watch you and smile...while he waits.
prayers sent. may the spirit of the wolf keep him safe untill you meet up again in that happy hunting ground.HO'NEHE JEFF
Sorry for your loss. I know how you feel. A few years back I lost my hunting/fly fishing Bud to Liver Cancer. He was only 42.When he became sick alot of his Buds abandon him. I stepped in and said to myself he only has a little time left. Let me make his hunts and fishing trips as enjoyable as possible.I can remember seeing him come to my set up at 9:00 AM and asking what's the matter Dave? "Oh I'm sick Tom I don't feel good" " Ok lets get you some hot tea, no problem Bud.My best memory was on his next to last birthday when I put him in my spot and he managed to arrow a nice little 5 point. Every time I'm in my stand I say Hey Dave push something to your ole Bud! Sometimes he listens.
sorry to hear about your buddy . we take life for granted sometime and its true if you have someone you havent talked to in awhile you should call them maybe the last time you get a chance to do so we never know when its up .
Sincerely sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers... blessings to you.
Saddend by your loss. My condolences to you and his family.
Sorry for your loss, prayer up for all.
God Bless
Thank you all for your continued heartfelt support and encouragement. For those who have endured a similar event on one or more occasions, you have my condolences...and thanks for sharing those experiences. It brings me comfort to know that, over time, others have found peace.
Scott