Sometimes, life really sucks!

[Jace]

Hey dick Check out my 125g build kind of explains why i havent really been on much.. Also Todays the day that i am filling it up

[Amphibious]

Hello All,

Saturday morning, my brother Bill passed away.

I flew to Madison, WI that evening and will return to FL on Thursday. I have my lap top but won't be around too often. It's old and really slow compared to my MAC.

Thank all of you that held Bill in your thoughts and prayers. I really appreciate you guys and girls.

Later,

Dick

[Iron E]

Dick, I do not know you personally but i can see that you are an individual with strong feelings and beliefs. In times like these things can seem puzzling and even cruel. I would encourage you to find the miracle within, but I bet you've already done that. I would venture to say that you're presence lends strength and stability with those around you. Don't forget to share a little with one who deserves it as much as anyone, yourself.

Peace,Tom

[Missy]

Dick, I am so sorry for your loss.

[saltaddict]

As you know my dear friend, you are forever in my thoughts and prayers.

Peace be with you Dick.

[Skurvey Dog]

I am sorry for your loss and will keep you and your family in my prayers. Poor timing this morning, but as you know, it's always good to chat with a friend in good times and bad. I'm glad you have peace and wish for your safe return later this week. You know I you!!!!!!!!!!!

[CarmieJo]

Dick I am so sorry for your loss. You are and all of Bill's family in my thoughts and prayers. May you have the peace that passes understanding in this time of sorrow.

[stefalopod]

Dick, I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. Hugs and affection from California...

[rayme07]

Dick,
I am sorry to hear about your brother. Your family and your brothers family is in my prayers and I hope you have a safe trip to and from where you are going. God Bless

[Amphibious]

Iron E, Missy, saltaddict, Skurvey Dog, CarmieJo, stefalopod, rayme07,

Thank you guys and girls sooo much!!! You are so wonderful in my eyes! I love all of you!!!

I know you didn't know Bill but here is a video of Bill doing what he did best... Musky fishing.

Bill Hilgers (deceased 5/9/09) with Big Musky.

The catch of a lifetime!



The release!

ALL Muskies should be released back to the water to fight another day. They grow so slowly. That one was most likely 20+ years old.

I will dearly miss Bill's wit, charm, charisma and love!!! He was special!!!

Thanks again all!!!

Dick

[sweetpea]

I was almost in tears, it is so nice to have a group of people to share your thoughts with even if it is not about or reefs. Best wishes and prayers. Stay strong.

[CarmieJo]

Dick, that was a great video! I'm glad you shared it with us. I even know what a muskie is. They have more teeth than a northern pike!

PS, I'll have to show it to the fishermen in my house.

[sweetpea]

Sorry to hear the news, my condolences.

[rayme07]

What an awesome muskie. He sure looked like he had fun showing it off. Thanks for sharing that great moment of his life.

[saltaddict]

Thanks Dick. I have to say before I read the post I thought it was YOU standing there in the pic.

Hang on to your memories - Love you!

[CarmieJo]

Rick & Dominic both said "Boy, that's a big muskie!"

[Amphibious]

That is a big Musky. Bill was noted for finding, catching and releasing big Musky. He had a second sense for it.

[PhotoJohn]

I am sorry to hear of your loss.

Your brother and yourself must have shared an affinity for life, letting a trophy like that go shows real class

I wish I could have heard some of his fish stories