Thank you Kamala for sharing a little of Roy with us. My heart breaks for you and his family, and my thoughts are with all of you.
An extremely sad day and heartbreaking loss...
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WreckWench
, Aug 13 2006 06:43 PM
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Posted 13 August 2006 - 11:00 PM
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Posted 13 August 2006 - 11:55 PM
Kamala, to tell you that I am sorry and saddened to hear about this would be the understatement of the year. 
Having gotten to know you a little, I know that it does take quite a bit for someone to become special to you but once that happens, they are very special to you. This guy was and I can only imagine what you must be feeling right now.
I wish I knew what I can say to you right now but since I don't, I hope this will do ...
I only speak for myself but I am here if you need me. I am sure I am not the only one.
Having gotten to know you a little, I know that it does take quite a bit for someone to become special to you but once that happens, they are very special to you. This guy was and I can only imagine what you must be feeling right now.I wish I knew what I can say to you right now but since I don't, I hope this will do ...
I only speak for myself but I am here if you need me. I am sure I am not the only one.
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Posted 14 August 2006 - 05:53 AM
Kamala, please give my condolences to Roy’s family.
When I think about Roy, I will remember his big smile.
When I think about Roy, I will remember his big smile.
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Posted 14 August 2006 - 06:32 AM
My thoughts are with you Kamala and Roy's family.
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Posted 14 August 2006 - 06:36 AM
My sympathy to you after the loss of your dear friend...he sounds like a great guy.
Back after a long absence - whew, too busy at work!
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Posted 14 August 2006 - 06:36 AM
My prayers and thoughts go out to his family and friends. I am disappointed that I will not get to meet him in this life.
DSSW,
Dennis
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Posted 14 August 2006 - 10:52 AM
I am so sorry to hear this news. I remember him from my SD trip last year and he was fantastic. My condolences to his family and friends.
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Posted 14 August 2006 - 10:54 AM
A noble way to end a life. A hero.
"The most important thing is not to stop questioning." Albert Einstein
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Posted 14 August 2006 - 11:24 AM
The news of this has been sinking in since yesterday. I had the pleasure of meeting and spending some time with Roy this past trip to NC.
There are no right words. I am keeping his family in my thoughts
There are no right words. I am keeping his family in my thoughts
It's Winter time - you know you're a diver when you're scraping ice off your windshield INSIDE your vehicle...!
Once in a while, it is good to step back, take a breath, and remember to be humble. You'll never know it all - ScubaDadMiami. If you aren't afraid of dying, there is nothing you can't achieve - Lao-tzu. One dog barks at something, the rest bark at him - Chinese Proverb.
Once in a while, it is good to step back, take a breath, and remember to be humble. You'll never know it all - ScubaDadMiami. If you aren't afraid of dying, there is nothing you can't achieve - Lao-tzu. One dog barks at something, the rest bark at him - Chinese Proverb.
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Posted 14 August 2006 - 08:26 PM
i have always enjoyed diving with Roy and spending time with him and the other crew members of the Diver Down.
he will be missed greatly.
a man can show no greater love than to give his life for another.
he will be missed greatly.
a man can show no greater love than to give his life for another.
OK, lets make a deal. If you stop telling me how to dive, I'll stop going down to the bus station at 2am to slap d***s out of your mouth.
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Posted 14 August 2006 - 08:29 PM
Sounds like a great man. I'm sorry that I will never get a chance to meet him or dive with him. Words cannot express my heartfelt sorrow for you, Kamala, his friends, and his family. May your pain be short lasting and your memories eternal.
OH WHATEVER!!
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Posted 14 August 2006 - 09:22 PM
My dive group is here in Atlantic Beach for a week of diving on the Atlantis IV.
When the Capt. informed us of Roys passing and what had happened.
There was a shroud that came upon us all.
This ocean that we enjoy became a more dangerous place for there was now one less brave person to come to ones aid.
Tonight the best we could do was we raised our glasses and toasted Capt. Roy.
We then enjoyed short stories and long laughs of the great times we had divng with him.
I'm not too good at dealing with loss right now.
I just hope my Darlene was there to help him cross over.
I guess it is good to have friends on the other side to show you around.
To Roy, Calm Seas, Good Viz, and Safe Passage.
norm
When the Capt. informed us of Roys passing and what had happened.
There was a shroud that came upon us all.
This ocean that we enjoy became a more dangerous place for there was now one less brave person to come to ones aid.
Tonight the best we could do was we raised our glasses and toasted Capt. Roy.
We then enjoyed short stories and long laughs of the great times we had divng with him.
I'm not too good at dealing with loss right now.
I just hope my Darlene was there to help him cross over.
I guess it is good to have friends on the other side to show you around.
To Roy, Calm Seas, Good Viz, and Safe Passage.
norm
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Posted 14 August 2006 - 09:33 PM
Kamala, I am truly sorry to hear this devastating news. You and Roy's family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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Posted 14 August 2006 - 10:02 PM
Hey Kamala,
I want to say... with the tears in my eyes..... I had the best birthdays trips with you guys and ROY!!!!!( three birthdays in a row!)
I met the some really great people through those trips. I was one of Roy Little Mermaids (Smile). I worked side by side with him for a couple of years now on crew in VA. I learned so much from him. Had the best times.
Best Dive........ I remember on on of your trips. I was on a mission to get a tile off of the wreck shurz.....(Our Fav!) He kept on telling where to find one... well after I came Back up after the first dive and said.. " Roy I still cant find the Gun... he said follow the gun to the wall....where is the gun?" Roy looked at me..." I tied the hook to the gun... for you malena...follow the line right down and there is the wall of tiles....I was so BLIND well I got my TIle after that 2nd dive..
One of many good times with him.
Hey, His Eyes will ALWAYS be on us when we are on the OCEAN.
My Love and Thanks to a GREAT MAN....Roy
a good friend to him,
Malena SHarkey
( & BOB)
I want to say... with the tears in my eyes..... I had the best birthdays trips with you guys and ROY!!!!!( three birthdays in a row!)
I met the some really great people through those trips. I was one of Roy Little Mermaids (Smile). I worked side by side with him for a couple of years now on crew in VA. I learned so much from him. Had the best times.
Best Dive........ I remember on on of your trips. I was on a mission to get a tile off of the wreck shurz.....(Our Fav!) He kept on telling where to find one... well after I came Back up after the first dive and said.. " Roy I still cant find the Gun... he said follow the gun to the wall....where is the gun?" Roy looked at me..." I tied the hook to the gun... for you malena...follow the line right down and there is the wall of tiles....I was so BLIND well I got my TIle after that 2nd dive..
One of many good times with him.
Hey, His Eyes will ALWAYS be on us when we are on the OCEAN.
My Love and Thanks to a GREAT MAN....Roy
a good friend to him,
Malena SHarkey
( & BOB)
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Posted 15 August 2006 - 06:47 AM
Kamala,
I am sorry to hear of this. It is always so hard to lose someone that was a part of your life. Cherish your memories of Roy. My condolences go out to you, all his friends and his family.
Keith
I am sorry to hear of this. It is always so hard to lose someone that was a part of your life. Cherish your memories of Roy. My condolences go out to you, all his friends and his family.
Keith
"just your average Joe from Minnesota, also known as Keith"
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