Fishing Partner & Son

Unfortunately I have the most devastating knews any parent should never have to announce. I found my son dead on December 10th at home in his bed. He was 27 years old and had his whole life ahead of him.

We were scheduled to go to Weiss Lake in Alabama next month over the MLK holiday. We were both pumped because neither of us work on that Monday so we knew we had an extra day on the water.

At 4 years of age Hunter and I had our first argument. He hooked what I estimate to be a 5lb hybrid at Taylorsville Lake. This was on a Snoopy pole. I told him to give me the pole and he told me "It's my pole and my fish." He would not give it to me. He did manage to get the fish to the side of the boat, where she broke off before I could net it. Now that I think about it, that was probably the time my boy cussed too.

Preliminary toxicology test came back negative ruling out an overdose or suicide by overdose. A family friend/doctor is leaning towards an undiagnosed diabetic. He has lost over 120lb in around two years. We were proud but now the doctor is leaning towards diabetes helping him lose the weight along with his strict diet. We know he called in sick his last day on earth, complaining about vomiting. In the end my boy is gone so whatever caused this isn't going to bring him back.

Lisa and I will never get over this but we know the pain will dull over time. My step-son and son-in-law somehow convinced their bosses to let the off that Monday of the MLK holiday, so we still get the extra day at the lake. We will be scattering some of his ashes in the lake and I'msure there will be a lot of tears. Hunter once caught five, 2lb crappie in one day and in one bay on Weiss Lake. I've never caught two 2lbers in one day let alone five. Hunter was seven when he did it. Obviously, this lake means a lot to us and that's why I fish there so much.

I still have my family to live for and more friends than I ever knew I had. I will miss my son every day for the rest of my life, but I have too many more days to spend on the water and too many slabs to toss in the live well before I pass. We will have a lot of fishing stories to catch up on when I do pass many years from now. Until then I hope Hunter is my angel that might coach a three pounder onto my line.Attachment 414703

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So sorry for your loss. I can not begin to fathom. My sincerest condolences go out to you and your family. Praying for you


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Sorry to hear that, buddy .... my condolences to you & Lisa. R.I.P Hunter +Cross+

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sorry for your loss.

Prayers sent

So sorry for your loss, one can never imagine the feelings one has at a time like this. Prayers sent up for you and family
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So sorry for your loss. Condolences and prayers sent.

Sorry for your loss.

So sorry for your loss, I can't imagine the pain.

Very sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family +Cross+

Thoughts and prayers for your family during this holiday season.


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Sorry for your loss. Praying God will ease your pain.

Prayers for your family


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So sorry for your loss. I can’t even imagine the pain.

Prayers for you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Rest In Peace Hunter.


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Sorry to hear this....prayers lifted up for you and your family

Sorry for your loss. A loved one is never gone as long as we remember them. +Cross+

Terrible news. So sorry to hear. Stay strong. Please let us know if there is anything at all we can do for you. Prayers sent. Rest In Peace Hunter.


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Someday you will share more glorious memories with your son for sure!

So sorry and prayer sent.

So sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine what your family are going through right now. I recognize the bay in the picture and I’m sure he would enjoy part of him placed in that area. Praying for your comfort.


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Prayers and condolences to you and your family.
Thanks for sharing your memories with the rest of us.
I'm so sorry for your loss. May God bless.

Sorry for your loss ! Prayers sent your way !

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Prayers sent!

Sorry for your loss. Prayers sent


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This is my worst nightmare come true. I pray everyday that I go before my wife and children.(i know, i'm selfish) I cannot even imagine how much hurt you have. Prayers sent for you and your family.

So sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort and some understanding of Gods will!


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So, so sorry for your loss. Many prayers for you


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Prayers sent ... :pray

Rickie

So sorry for your loss and I feel your pain. I lost my son and only child in 2005 from cancer. He was 38 years old. It is tough to go thru but keep the faith and one day you will be reunited. Praying for you and the family and friends.

Praying for comfort and strength for you and your family.


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I just wanted to say Merry Christmas and thank you all for the prayers. We are hanging in there but obviously missing our son. The pain will always be with us but it has gotten easier to deal with. We know we will see him again one day. Doing a lot of praying and thinking about the positive times. Still going to Weiss Lake MLK holiday weekend where we will scatter some of his ashes after I get a limit of big crappie. Thanks again to you all.

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Prayers sent.
I’m so sorry.


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Got the report from the coroner today. Good news is that it wasn't something like drugs or suicide. He died from ketoacidosis, and was determined to have diabetes. He never knew because he was almost never sick. No primary care physician because he was in good health. Unfortunately, he wasn't well. He was sick all along. I guess the lesson hear is every adult starting at wq should get annual blood work down. Takes 10 minutes and could save a lot of people.

We do feel relieved knowing it wasn't something unnatural like suicide or drugs but stressed that it was very preventable.

Took first steps in my new endeavor to learn to fly fish. Hunter always wanted to take it up, so I am. Picked out my future rod and reel I believe and have lessons set up with a friend who was a guide out west for years. Looking forward to learning.

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Good luck with the fly fishing. It'll certainly help keep his legacy alive within you. Prayers sent for healing.

Hey Jigboy
I see your location is listed as Louisville.
I am just across the bridge from you in Clarksville.
Maybe we can meet up sometime on Taylorsville or on the river and put a face with the name.
Good luck with that fly fishing endeavor.
I fish the river when the water is right.
Chuck


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Sorry for your loss but glad you received some closure. I can’t imagine the pain of losing a child.


As for the fly fishing its not as hard as one might think to cast a basic set up. I have a fly rod combo that I bought a few years ago from Cabela’s. One of my favorite ways of fishing for blue gill on ponds. Put a popper on and watch them drill it off the surface. Bass love it too.
When I first got it I just cut the hook off a fly so I could practice on the driveway. I am not a pro and my technique could be picked to pieces by a longtime fly fisherman but I can cast enough to have fun and catch fish. Good luck and enjoy the process of learning. You may create yourself a new obsession!


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God bless you all. Praying for you and family. Hope you catch those 2 pounders. :pray+Cross+

cannot imagine your pain sir.

peace to you and yours