Kanaha Mourns
Local Kanaha sailors today mourn the loss of a great windsurfing soul. Bob Peck, a 77 year-old inspiration to us all sadly passed away today while sailing at Kanaha. The details aren't certain, his rig and gear were found in the water, then he was found unconcious. There was a fantastic effort from local sailors who tried to revive Bob in the water while others raced in to get the lifeguards. By all accounts, local sailors and lifeguards performed heroically in getting Bob back to the beach, but sadly it was too late. The theory from a visiting ER doc is that Bob suffered a heart attack. No external injuries were apparent.
So, despite a very nice day of 5.0 sailing, we feel a sobering loss of a man that inspired us with his energy and friendliness. Bob was an active windsurfer, surfer, paddle boarder and swimmer. I'm sure we all hope to be as athletic and active as Bob. We console ourselves in the thought that he passed on doing what he truly loved - living life fully, and extend our condolences to friends and family. His presence at the beach at Kanaha will be sorely missed. Happy sailing and good winds be with you Bob.
So, despite a very nice day of 5.0 sailing, we feel a sobering loss of a man that inspired us with his energy and friendliness. Bob was an active windsurfer, surfer, paddle boarder and swimmer. I'm sure we all hope to be as athletic and active as Bob. We console ourselves in the thought that he passed on doing what he truly loved - living life fully, and extend our condolences to friends and family. His presence at the beach at Kanaha will be sorely missed. Happy sailing and good winds be with you Bob.
posted by Jeff at
7:15 PM
2 Comments:
The passing of Bob saddens us all. I had known him for years, since I always parked near him. He was kind, friendly, funny, and had a passion for the water. Even at his age he would paddle from Hookipa to Kanaha on a regular basis. He was an inspiration to all of us to see his energy and skill at his age. I was so shocked to hear the news when I arrived at the beach, late yesterday, after work. I still sailed, knowing that's what he would want. At that hour uppers was empty; just me, my memories of Bob, and his spirit out there. I too am consoled that he died doing what he loved, but wish he could have done it for even longer.
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Anonymous, at 9:18 AM
Hannah Peck. Very sorry, Hannah. Jerry Saubers
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